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Pardoning of the Turkey - Franklin Farmers Market
2019-11-23 09:00 - 12:00 (America/Chicago) | TN
Pardoning of the Turkey Sponsored by Herban Market

Our Pardoning of the Turkey event promises to be another family favorite event in Franklin, TN! Returning to the market will be the friendliest pet turkey from Earth Advocates Research Farm. Plans are in the works for a very special guest who will preside over the pardoning of Danny the Turkey. We will invite all children to write a letter to the market requesting the pardoning of Danny the Turkey this fall. Come enjoy the day!

The Franklin Farmers Market
2019-11-23 09:00 - 12:00, 2019-11-16 09:00 - 12:00, 2019-11-09 09:00 - 12:00, 2019-11-02 09:00 - 12:00 | TN
The Franklin Farmers Market is a true Tennessee farmers market!
From produce, fruit and dairy to baked goods and meats, you’ll find delicious fresh food at the Franklin Farmers Market. And because it’s all from local farms, the variety of goods increases and changes each week through the seasons. You can taste the difference, because it all comes straight from the farm to the market, ripe and ready to enjoy. It’s Tennessee farm fresh food from real farmers, every Saturday morning at the Franklin Farmers Market. Plus, there are a select number of local crafts persons at the market too, with unique and beautiful goods for you to enjoy.
Market Hours: All Year Long, Every Saturday
Spring/Summer Market: April thru Oct, 8am – 1pm
Fall/Winter Market: Nov thru March, 9am – 12pm

Franktown Festival of Lights
2019-11-22 18:00 - 2019-12-28 22:00 | TN
A drive-through Christmas and Holiday Lights Spectacular in Franklin, TN!
NEW Displays, Over 1 mile of lights, Santa’s Village, Rides for the kids, and more.
Franktown Festival of Lights is Williamson County’s only drive-thru light spectacular. Presented by Franklin Synergy Bank, attendees can relax in the comfort of their own car and wind their way through more than 200 light displays, spanning a little over one mile, while listening to Christmas classics on the radio.
New to this year’s route is Lee Company’s Santa’s Village where families can get their photo with Santa, enjoy hot drinks and cookies, camel rides for the kids, holiday activities, Ferris wheel, carousel and a petting zoo.
Fri, Nov 22, 2019, 6:00 PM – through Sat, Dec 28, 2019, 10:00 PM CST

FAQs
Do I have to bring my printed ticket to the event?
A: You must present a QR code at the gate to be admitted. Your receipt will have a QR code for our ticket scanners to scan. You can either print this ticket and present it at the gate or have the QR code pulled up on an electronic device when you pull up to the gate for our ticket takers to scan.
When can I go to the Festival of Lights?
A: Your ticket is valid for one carload admission to the Festival of Lights anytime during operational hours.
When is the Festival of Lights Open?
A: The Festival of Lights is open 7 days a week from November 22 – December 29th from 6 – 10PM.
What is Franktown Open Hearts?
A: Franktown Open Hearts is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization with a mission “To inspire, empower, and equip at-risk youth in Franklin, TN.” For more information, please visit http://www.franktownopenhearts.com/
Is this event rain or shine?
A. Yes, the event will still be open if it is raining.

MADE SOUTH 2019 Holiday Market
2019-11-15 17:00 - 2019-11-16 17:00 | TN
CELEBRATE THE BEST MAKERS, FOOD, DRINK, MUSIC, AND ART IN THE SOUTH
Do all of your holiday shopping with 100 different makers & artisans while enjoying chef tastings, cocktails, live music and more! VIP PARTY – Friday, November 15 5:00pm – 9:00pm. HOLIDAY MARKET – Saturday, November 16 9:00am – 5:00pm

MISTLETOE MARKET
2019-11-09 10:00 - 16:00 | TN
FHS MISTLETOE MARKET AND GIFT SHOW SET FOR NOVEMBER 9

FRANKLIN, Tenn. — Mistletoe Market is Franklin High School’s Christmas seasonal warm-up event, featuring crafts, gifts, decor and treats. Admission is free, open to the public and located in the FHS Commons at Franklin High School, 810 Hillsboro Road, Franklin, TN. Doors are open from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Over 140 vendors will be on hand showcasing one of a kind merchandise and services. Enjoy shopping for exceptional and unique gifts including apparel, home decor, jewelry, accessories, gourmet foods and sweets. Great gifts for shoppers in the market for holidays, graduation, gifts, birthdays and more!
A list of vendors, merchandise and general information can be found on our Facebook event page @franklinhighmarket. FHS Mistletoe Market is hosted by the Franklin High School Class of 2020.
Mistletoe Market benefits Franklin High School Class of 2020 Project Graduation.
You don’t want to miss the shopping event of the season!

Vulcan Quarry Crusher Run
2019-11-09 08:00 | TN
VULCAN MATERIALS COMPANY TO HOST QUARRY CRUSHER RUN IN FRANKLIN, TN
Race proceeds benefit BrightStone, providing adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities with year-round vocational training and programs

3.6 mile (or 7.2 mile Double Crusher) run & walk
Challenging limestone surface course
Course features inclines/declines of up to 11%
Participants will descend nearly 400 feet
Proceeds benefit BrightStone

Franklin, TN 2019 – Vulcan Materials Quarry Crusher Run is set to put Nashville-area runners and walkers to the ultimate test on Saturday, November 9 at Franklin Quarry on Downs Blvd. Runners, from recreational to elite, competing in one of two race options: the 3.6 mile Quarry Crusher Run or the 7.2 mile Double Crusher. November 9, 2019; Single and Double Crusher start at 8:00a.m.; Registration opens at 6:30a.m.; first racers projected to cross finish line at 8:20a.m.

Vulcan Materials Franklin Quarry, 1001 Downs Blvd., Franklin, TN. Additional details at www.quarrycrusherrun.com. Media can be guided in a golf cart for footage. Please contact us for more details.
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The Vulcan Quarry Crusher Run Series originated in 2012 in Columbia, S.C. as a 3.7 mile race taking runners on a steep course to the granite quarry’s floor and back up to the finish line. In 2016, the Quarry Crusher Run expanded to Vulcan quarries in other cities. Vulcan Materials Company now hosts nine events in eight states, each race benefiting a local community partner.

Blue & Gray Days
2019-11-07 09:00 - 2019-11-09 17:00 | TN
Blue & Gray Days draws hundreds of school children and adult spectators every year. Hosted by Carter House and Carnton, guests will meet Civil War re-enactors and get hands-on experience with clothes, trades, and weapons of the past. This living history experience is the perfect field trip and great for families. For additional details or to make field trip reservations, please contact Sarah Falck at 615-905-0692 or sarah@boft.org.

Nov. 7-9, 2019. See website for times.

WINE DOWN MAIN STREET
2019-11-02 19:00 - 22:00 | TN
A unique wine-tasting event in historic downtown Franklin that benefits the Boys & Girls Club of Franklin/Williamson County
Taste food from 30+ regional restaurants – Enjoy live music on the square – Enjoy more than 170 wines provided by Lipman.
Mix and mingle with interesting people. Past attendees have been from 35 Tennessee cities, 26 states, Australia, England, France, Japan and Hong Kong. Enjoy one of the area’s best events; Wine Down Main Street was voted best fundraising event in Williamson County ten consecutive years. Feel confident that all proceeds will benefit over 4,000 Middle Tennessee youth served locally at nine Boys & Girls Clubs in Davidson and Williamson Counties. For further information, email Denise Carothers or call 615-628-8188.
For more than 115 years, Boys & Girls Clubs of Middle Tennessee has enabled all young people, especially those who need us most, to reach their full potential as productive, caring, responsible citizens. Annually, more than 4,000 youth walk through the doors of the nine Middle Tennessee Boys & Girls Clubs. Clubs are located in Davidson & Williamson counties. Clubs provide a safe place, professional caring staff, fun and friendship, and high-impact youth development programs on a daily basis during critical non-school hours. Priority programs emphasize academic success, good character and citizenship, and healthy lifestyles. Learn more at bgcmt.org or follow them on facebook or twitter

Family Day
2019-11-02 10:00 - 14:00 | TN
Join the City of Franklin Parks for a day of free fun on the farm!

Franklin Art Scene - Downtown Franklin, TN
2019-11-01 18:00 - 21:00 | TN
A free, monthly art crawl that takes participants through downtown Franklin’s historic buildings, and celebrates Williamson County’s unique artistic talent!
The first Friday of each month, the Downtown Franklin Association presents the Franklin Art Scene, which includes dozens of sites dispersed through an area thriving with spots listed on the National Register of Historic Places in downtown Franklin. The free event celebrates Williamson County’s local craftsmanship, and provides both the novice and the art connoisseur an opportunity to see a sweeping variety of magnificent work–from blown glass to turned wood to mixed media and more.
Many of the galleries and working studios serve complimentary refreshments during the evening, and some offer live music.
Art crawl guests may begin at any participating location on the map: Free trolley rides, provided by Williamson Source, circulate among all the stops, and patrons can jump on and off at will from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Come be seen at the Scene!
For more information please visit Franklin Art Scene

Seussical Jr.
2019-11-01 05:00 - 2019-11-02 18:00 | TN
Grace Christian Academy unlocks your imagination with Seussical Jr.

“After all those years being stuck on a page, did you ever imagine you’d see me onstage?”

Franklin, Tenn. (October 24, 2019) — Grace Christian Academy Fine Arts presents Seussical Jr., running November 1-2, 2019 at the GCA Gymnasium (Entrance 3) in Leiper’s Fork.
From the Jungle of Nool to Kalamazoo, Horton the Elephant, the Cat in the Hat, and all of your most memorable Dr. Seuss characters spring to life on stage in Seussical Jr. with three public performances: Friday, November 1 at 5:00PM and Saturday, November 2 at 2:00PM and 6:00PM. Tickets are on sale now for $7 at gcalions.com/ticketsales/, and advanced reservations are recommended.
This fantastical, magical extravaganza combines a musical conglomeration of styles ranging from Latin to pop, swing to gospel, and R&B to funk, as colorful as the classic books! Let your fingers snap and your toes tap as you are transported to a world of cheerful chaos and nostalgia.
A tale of friendship, loyalty, family, and community, this cherished musical performance for all ages boasts a multi-talented and active cast of 45 students on stage with 25 students on crew. With choreography by Ashley Henderson and music direction by Daniel Houston, almost every scene is a song and dance. The cast and crew are led by a team of theater professionals including Director, Carrie Estes, Stage Manager, Katie Del Rocco, and Production Designer, Madison Paulette.
In celebration of this Middle School production, GCA is hosting an Arts and Athletics family night on Friday, November 1. The evening begins with the opening of Seussical Jr. at 5:00PM in the gym. After the show, the Fine Arts Department will host a Chili Supper for only $4 per bowl at the GCA concession stands before the Lions High School Football Senior Night kicks off at 7:00PM. Tickets to the football game are $7. The entire community is invited to this event, including the show, the supper, and the game.
Grace Christian Academy is located at Grace Chapel, 3279 Southall Road, Franklin, TN 37064. For more information, please call GCA at 615-591-3017 or visit gcalions.com.
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HALLO-WEEK EVENTS – KINGS FRANKLIN
2019-10-30 19:00 | TN
Kings Dining & Entertainment is hosting some exciting events in Cool Springs for Halloweek! Check out the events below and make your reservations today!
Saturday, 10/26
Monster Mash Themed Halloween Party
7 PM All Ages Halloween Costume Party
8 PM Scary-oke in The Whiskey Room Live
Ghoulish Food & Drink Specials; Gaming & Entertainment
Sunday, 10/27
2 PM Zombie Pin Painting on the Patio
Monday, 10/28
8 PM – 12 AM Service Industry Night Halloween Party
Food & Drink Specials
Free Bowling & Gaming for guests that RSVP and have proof of service industry
Scary-oke in The Whiskey Room Live
RSVP for Industry Night at: https://www.kings-de.com/coolsprings-franklin/promotions/halloween-industry-party
Wednesday, 10/30
7 PM Halloween Scary Movie Trivia in The Draft Room
Friday, 11/01
8 PM Scary-oke in The Whiskey Room Live

Yappy Hour at Scouts
2019-10-29 15:00 | TN
Join Scout’s for a monthly Yappy Hour! Bring your four-legged friends to enjoy a special extended happy hour from 3 p.m. to close. Happy hour deals include 2-for-1 select spirits and drafts, 9 oz. pour of wine for 6 oz. price, $2 off starters, and $10 pizzas. They’ll have a puppy kissing booth with adoptable pets, benefiting the Williamson County Animal Center.
Dog-friendly goodies from local vendors will be available for purchase too! You won’t want to miss the perfect “Dog Days of Summer” event on Scout’s Patio!

HALLO-WEEK EVENTS, Service Industry Night Halloween Party - Kings Franklin
2019-10-28 20:00 | TN
HALLO-WEEK EVENTS – KINGS FRANKLIN
Kings Dining & Entertainment is hosting some exciting events in Cool Springs for Halloweek! Check out the events below and make your reservations today!
Saturday, 10/26
Monster Mash Themed Halloween Party
7 PM All Ages Halloween Costume Party
8 PM Scary-oke in The Whiskey Room Live
Ghoulish Food & Drink Specials; Gaming & Entertainment
Sunday, 10/27
2 PM Zombie Pin Painting on the Patio
Monday, 10/28
8 PM – 12 AM Service Industry Night Halloween Party
Food & Drink Specials
Free Bowling & Gaming for guests that RSVP and have proof of service industry
Scary-oke in The Whiskey Room Live
RSVP for Industry Night at: https://www.kings-de.com/coolsprings-franklin/promotions/halloween-industry-party
Wednesday, 10/30
7 PM Halloween Scary Movie Trivia in The Draft Room
Friday, 11/01
8PM Scary-oke in The Whiskey Room Live

HALLO-WEEK EVENTS - KINGS FRANKLIN
2019-10-27 14:00 | TN
Kings Dining & Entertainment is hosting some exciting events in Cool Springs for Halloweek! Check out the events below and make your reservations today!
Saturday, 10/26
Monster Mash Themed Halloween Party
7PM All Ages Halloween Costume Party
8PM Scary-oke in The Whiskey Room Live
Ghoulish Food & Drink Specials; Gaming & Entertainment
Sunday, 10/27
2PM Zombie Pin Painting on the Patio
Monday, 10/28
8AM – 12AM Service Industry Night Halloween Party
Food & Drink Specials
Free Bowling & Gaming for guests that RSVP and have proof of service industry
Scary-oke in The Whiskey Room Live
RSVP for Industry Night at: https://www.kings-de.com/coolsprings-franklin/promotions/halloween-industry-party
Wednesday, 10/30
7PM Halloween Scary Movie Trivia in The Draft Room
Friday, 11/01
8PM Scary-oke in The Whiskey Room Live

Sirens & Sweets
2019-10-26 18:00 - 20:00 | TN
“SIRENS AND SWEETS” IN FAIRVIEW THIS SATURDAY- A FREE COMMUNITY HALLOWEEN EVENT
Williamson County Parks and Recreation (WCPR) will host “Sirens and Sweets” at the Fairview Recreation Complex, 2714 Fairview Blvd. on Saturday, October 26 from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Wear your Halloween costume and Trick or Treat with local EMS vehicles. Bring the family to meet first responders and see ambulances, fire trucks and other emergency vehicles up-close.
The event will also feature music, a bounce house, games and lots of fun! Food trucks will be on site offering concessions for purchase. For more information, visit www.wcparksandrec.com or contact Andrew.Hawken@williamsoncounty-tn.gov or (615) 478-0533.

36th Annual Pumpkinfest - Cancelled
2019-10-26 10:00 - 18:00 | Historic Downtown Franklin, Main Street, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Due to ongoing concerns and continued unknowns created by the COVID-19 global pandemic, the Heritage Foundation has made the difficult decision to cancel or postpone public events in 2020. For more information, please visit HERITAGE FOUNDATION COVID-19 UPDATES.
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36th Annual Pumpkinfest Presented by Jackson
The Heritage Foundation’s 36th Annual Pumpkinfest is Middle Tennessee’s largest family fall festival returning this year on October 26, 2019! With over 65,000 people in attendance, the festival stretches along Main Street and its side avenues in downtown Franklin and offers tons of festive fun for people of all ages!

The Franklin Farmers Market
2019-10-26 08:00 - 13:00, 2019-10-19 08:00 - 13:00, 2019-10-12 08:00 - 13:00 | TN
The Franklin Farmers Market is a true Tennessee farmers market!
From produce, fruit and dairy to baked goods and meats, you’ll find delicious fresh food at the Franklin Farmers Market. And because it’s all from local farms, the variety of goods increases and changes each week through the seasons. You can taste the difference, because it all comes straight from the farm to the market, ripe and ready to enjoy. It’s Tennessee farm fresh food from real farmers, every Saturday morning at the Franklin Farmers Market. Plus, there are a select number of local crafts persons at the market too, with unique and beautiful goods for you to enjoy.
Market Hours: All Year Long, Every Saturday!
Spring/Summer Market: April thru Oct, 8am – 1pm
Fall/Winter Market: Nov thru March, 9am – 12pm

CARTER HOUSE VISITOR CENTER STATUE UNVELING
2019-10-24 18:00 | TN
CARTER HOUSE VISITOR CENTER STATUE UNVELING
Animalia Health & Wellness and The Battle of Franklin Trust welcome Harvey, the beloved mascot of the 104th Ohio Volunteer Infantry to the Carter House. Through the generosity of Animalia, a bronze sculpture of Harvey is the first tangible component completed for the new Carter House museum and will be unveiled on Thursday, Oct. 24.
The unveiling will take place at 6 p.m. at the Carter House Visitor Center, 1140 Columbia Ave. This event is free and open to the public. Light refreshments will be provided by Menu Maker Catering and Triple Crown Bakery. For more information, please contact hannah@boft.org

Leiper's Fork Farmers Market
2019-10-24 15:30 - 18:30 | TN
Visit the Leiper’s Fork Farmers Market, celebrating the land and its blessings, every 4th Thursday of the month from 3:30 to 6:30 PM. The market runs May~Oct and will feature local food, music and The Land Trust for Tennessee.

Berry Farms Farmers Market
2019-10-22 16:00 - 19:00, 2019-10-15 16:00 - 19:00 | TN
The Farmers Market at Berry Farms is a Summer market that operates every Tuesday from May 1st through October 23rd. Market hours are 4:00-7:00 pm and is located in the Berry Farms Town Center at the intersection of Lewisburg Pike and Goose Creek Bypass.
You’ll find a wide variety of fresh and local produce, meat, dairy, baked goods and more at the Berry Farms Farmer’s Market. The market is a producer-only market, so everything you see is homegrown or handmade. Wondering what’s in season this week? Check out this seasonality chart from Pick TN Products.
Special Events @ BFFM

May 15 – Strawberry Festival
June 19 – Blood Drive
July 17 – Tomato Festival
October 2 – Blood Drive

About Boyle
Berry Farms reflects the Boyle philosophy of great, sustainable communities that are economically sound, environmentally friendly and enhance quality of life. For Boyle, this means taking the long-term view of even the smallest details, such as the curve of a sidewalk, the right street lamps and the types of trees that are planted. Berry Farms has strong architectural controls in place to maintain quality and to ensure the design will stand the test of time.
Boyle Investment Company has built a reputation as a leader in the design and development of some of the Mid-South’s preeminent retail properties, office developments, residential neighborhoods and mixed-use communities. Founded in Memphis in 1933, Boyle is recognized as one of the premier real estate development and management firms in the area. Other notable mixed-use projects in Middle Tennessee include Meridian Cool Springs in Franklin, CityPark in Brentwood, and Capitol View in Nashville.

Tennessee Beer and Wine Festival
2019-10-19 12:00 - 17:00 | TN
The 10th annual Tennessee Beer and Wine Festival will take place on Saturday, Oct. 19 from noon to 5 p.m. on the grounds of the historic Two Rivers Mansion. All proceeds benefit Donelson and Hermitage non-profit charities. Additional information and tickets are available online at http://tnbeerfestival.com/. Ticket are available at the gate for $45. There is also a $15 ticket available for designated drivers (non-drinking admission). Tickets include access to the event, samples of beer and wine, a commemorative tasting glass, entry to education sessions on foodpairings and home brewing and an invitation to the event’s official after-party at Scoreboard Sports Bar and Grill.

The Hermitage Gala
2019-10-18 18:30 - 22:00 | TN
The Hermitage Gala, hosted by the Andrew Jackson Foundation, will take place on Friday, October 18 at the Omni Nashville Hotel. Acclaimed journalist and historian Rick Atkinson will deliver this year’s keynote address. In addition to Atkinson’s keynote address, the presentation of two awards will take place during the course of the evening. The Lewis R. Donelson Award, named after the great-grandson of Andrew Jackson Donelson and longtime supporter of The Hermitage, is awarded to a leader who has supported The Hermitage and its preservation efforts or has brought honor and recognition to President Jackson’s legacy. The Jackson Award is presented to someone whose leadership and courageous convictions enhanced the lives of Tennesseans and brought benefit and honor to the body politic. Tickets start at $350 for an individual guest and are now available online at thehermitage.com/gala. For more information, visit www.thehermitage.com.

One Night Only 2019
2019-10-18 18:30 - 21:30 | TN
STUDIO TENN’S ANNUAL FUNDRAISING GALA – Liberty Hall in the Factory at Franklin
Studio Tenn’s annual One Night Only returns to Liberty Hall in the Factory at Franklin October 18 with an all-new twist! This year’s event will be an “Evening with Friends,” featuring One Night Only’s signature all-star entertainment including crowd favorites William Hall, Jamiee Paul, Laura Matula and more! Join us for an evening of pitch-perfect music in the round, top-tier food, specialty cocktails that celebrate legendary artists and an unparalleled live auction to support the 10th season of Middle Tennessee’s own world-class professional theatre company!
