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Annual Spring Market
2020-03-28 10:00 - 16:00 (America/Chicago) | Franklin High School, 810 Hillsboro Road, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Franklin High School Annual Spring Market Set for Saturday, March 28 in Franklin, TN
Franklin, TN – Franklin High School Annual Spring Market is scheduled for Saturday, March 28, 2020 from 10:00am to 4:00pm. The event is free and open to the public.
Hosted by the Franklin High School class of 2021, the money raised through the Spring Market will help to fund the event Project Graduation, a drug- and alcohol-free party hosted by the parents on the evening following graduation ceremonies.
More than 75 vendors will be selling boutique clothing, home décor, jewelry and gourmet treats. Some of the vendors include Fork of the South, Plunder Jewelry, Norwex, Color Street, Scentsy, Stella and Dot, Pampered Chef, Nothing Bundt Cakes, LoveK Beauty, My Massage Pillow, Juice Plus and Thirty-One.
Visit the FHS Spring Market on Instagram and Facebook @FHSSpringMarket to see regular updates of products and vendors at this year’s Spring Market.
For more information or to apply to be a vendor, contact Kristen at kmelichar246@gmail.com.
Franklin High School is located at 810 Hillsboro Road, Franklin, TN.

The Aretha Legacy
2020-03-28 14:00 - 19:00, 2020-03-29 14:00 - 19:00 | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
The seventh installment of the Studio Tenn Legacy Series is ready to hit the stage at the Franklin Theater! With hit after hit from an immense repertoire of music, The Studio Tenn Legacy Series brings you an eclectic variety of best-selling music and medleys from the industry’s most beloved artists! We are extremely excited to celebrate the Queen of Soul, Aretha Franklin, with this year’s Legacy.
SHOW DATES/TIMES:
Thursday, March 26 at 7 p.m.
Friday, March 27 at 7 p.m.
Saturday, March 28 at 2 p.m.
Saturday, March 28 at 7 p.m.
Sunday, March 29 at 2 p.m.
Sunday, March 29 at 7 p.m.
About Studio Tenn
Studio Tenn is a professional regional theatre company and a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization based in Franklin, Tennessee. Its programming centers around innovative, custom-designed presentations of classic plays and musicals as well as an original “Legacy” series of theatrical concerts celebrating the work of time-honored musicians.

PAWSOME GALA
2020-03-28 18:00 - 21:00 | Liberty Hall in The Factory at Franklin, 230 Franklin Rd., Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Friends of Williamson County Animal Center (Friends of WCAC) announces the second annual Pawsome Gala, Saturday, March 28, 2020 in Liberty Hall at The Factory at Franklin, 230 Franklin Rd., Franklin, TN. The evening will benefit the Williamson County Animal Center in Franklin. Mars Petcare US will be the presenting sponsor for the 2020 gala where guests will enjoy a delicious buffet dinner, live and silent auction and live entertainment. Individual tickets ($100) or tables of ten ($1500) are on sale at www.friendsofwcac.org.
Ann Logan, chairperson of the Friends of WCAC board, said, “We are honored to host the second annual ‘Pawsome Gala’. Excitement is building for a Spring groundbreaking on a new shelter, and part of the funds raised at the event will be earmarked for use in the new facility.” She added that partygoers will be able to view detailed design plans for the new shelter at the gala.
Shelter director Ondrea Johnson, who shares Logan’s excitement, said, “The new shelter will have modern, state-of-the-art features for the animals in our care and will allow us to expand existing public programs like low-cost spay-neuter clinics.” She added, “The support of Friends of WCAC is vital to the success of our shelter-they put the immediate needs of our animals first, and we are grateful for their vision and support as we enter this period of growth.”
In addition to Mars Petcare, other sponsors include: Tito’s Vodka; F&M Bank; Oversite; 906 Studios; and Battleground Animal Hospital. “A variety of sponsor packages are still available,” Johnson reported, adding “and we are looking for auction items as well.” If your business is interested in participating, contact Ondrea Johnson at 615-790-5590 or Lacie Simonton at LSimonton@parkescompanies.com.
For more information about the 2020 ‘Pawsome Gala’, go to www.friendsofwcac.org, or follow their Facebook page.
Photo: Sammy (far right) can’t wait to get his paws on the plans for the new Williamson County Animal Center. He is joined by intake coordinator Christina Obriant (l) , shelter director Ondrea Johnson (c), and adoption/foster coordinator Brooke Robbins as they review the architectural plans that will be presented at the Pawsome Gala benefiting the shelter on March 28, 2020.

Paint Nite: Ocean Love
2020-04-01 19:00 - 21:00 | KINGS DINING & ENTERTAINMENT – FRANKLIN, 1910 Galleria Blvd, Franklin, TN, 37067, United States
Yaymaker, the original Paint Nite is proud to be back in the Whiskey Room Live at Kings Franklin. Join us for an evening of friends, food, cocktails and creative fun. SAVE the DATE 4.1.20 @ 7 PM. A Fabulous Painting, Another Great Nite. We will enjoy a private room with its own bar and the best sound/stage venue in Franklin. Our canvas are PRE-SKETCHED……so truly, no artistic ability is required. Come out to celebrate the best partnership in Middle Tennessee.
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Paint Nite is our flagship experience and the original paint and sip party! It’s a place for you to unleash your inner artist and create your own painting, while also enjoying food, drink and excellent company.
Most of our paintings are on traditional canvas, but sometimes we like to mix it up. You might find events where we paint on ceramics, wine glasses, bags…The opportunities are endless!
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Shine Your Light Youth Vocal Competition
2020-04-04 18:00 - 20:00 | Williamson County Performing Arts Center at Academy Park, 112 Everbright Avenue, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Shine Your Light Youth Vocal Competition is presented by Dreams Do Come True Princess Parties honoring Raymond Cruz. A portion of proceeds will be donated to the Social Workers at Vanderbilt Children’s Hospital.
At 16 years old Raymond Cruz valiantly fought a battle with Stage 4 Ewing-like Sarcoma from 2017-2019. Throughout his battle, he was given the opportunity to share his message of hope with people through his music, from the hallways of Vanderbilt Children’s Hospital to the stage of the Ryman. Ray was a son and a brother. He was a talented singer-songwriter. He was a man of God who used his time on earth to spread love, positivity and indenting generosity.
Ray and his mother, Blandina, started the Shine Your Light Youth Vocal Competition in 2019 to raise funds for the Families at Vanderbilt Children’s Hospital where Ray received his treatments.
Ray’s family and friends will continue the competition in Ray’s name and with his spirit guiding them.

Songwriters Night
2020-04-16 18:30 - 20:30 | The Barn, 4480 South Carothers Road, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Songwriters Night Benefiting Gilda’s Club Middle Tennessee to Feature Dennis Matkosky and Greg Barnhill
Songwriters Night fundraiser, benefiting Gilda’s Club Middle Tennessee’s cancer support program and featuring:

Grammy Award-winning songwriter Dennis Matkosky – known for chart-topping hits “You’ll Think of Me” (Keith Urban), “I Need You” (Le Ann Rimes), “You’re Gonna Be” (Reba McEntire) and “Break Away” (Rascal Flatts).
Singer, songwriter and composer Greg Barnhill, who has written for artists ranging from Etta James, Martina McBride and Jessica Simpson to Chicago, Lee Ann Womack and Leona Lewis. Among his best-known hits are “Walkaway Joe” (Trisha Yearwood / Don Henley), “House of Love” (Amy Grant / Vince Gill) and “You Don’t Love Me Anymore” (Tim McGraw).

Why: To help fund Gilda’s Club Middle Tennessee’s free cancer support program, which serves anyone impacted by cancer, including those diagnosed and their family and friends. Gilda’s Club’s evidence-based programming includes support groups, counseling, healthy lifestyle workshops, mind-body classes, social activities, educational lectures and community resource information – offered from locations in Nashville and Franklin, Tennessee. With approximately 70 professionally-led support and networking groups, and more than 80 educational workshops and lectures each month, Gilda’s Club Middle Tennessee is able to make a tangible difference in the lives of those impacted by cancer. We build community, so no one has to face cancer alone.
Tickets are $150 and include wine and beer, heavy appetizers, and valet parking. Tickets available at www.gildasclubmiddletn.org/event-tickets/ or via check mailed to: Gilda’s Club Middle Tennessee, 1707 Division Street, Nashville, TN, 37203. Please note “songwriter night” in the memo line. Attire is business casual or casual with a touch of red.

SUPERHERO SATURDAY
2020-04-25 13:00 - 16:00 | TN
Please contact Michelle Tripp for more information – 615-472-4730 X13895 or michellet@wcs.edu

The Franklin Farmers Market
2020-05-02 08:00 - 12:00 | Franklin Farmers Market, 230 Franklin Rd., Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
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 in downtown Franklin, TN. 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.
The non-profit FFM believes that local family farms can remain successful with support from the market to stay productive. Productive family farms are important to both the economic and environmental structures of Middle Tennessee communities and the Franklin Farmers Market is working to ensure the future of farming in Tennessee.
Market Hours: All Year Long, Every Saturday

The Franklin Farmers Market is a year-round market. The summer season of the market is May through October every Saturday 8am – 12noon. The winter season of the market is November through April with hours of 9am – 12noon.

HONOR THE FALLEN 5K & MEMORIAL MILE
2020-05-09 09:00 - 13:00 | The Grove, 6200 Wildings Blvd., College Grove, TN, 37046, United States
5th Annual Honor the Fallen 5K & Memorial Mile Honoring TN & Ft Campbell Fallen Military Heroes – Presented by The Grove & benefiting Memories of Honor.
COME FOR THE 5K & MEMORIAL MILE AND STAY FOR THE AFTER PARTY INCLUDING FREE MUSIC AND FOOD.
Both the 5K and Memorial Mile takes you through the majestic landscape of The Grove. Located minutes from historic Franklin, Tennessee, The Grove is a 1,100-acre, private, gated community offering a distinctive club lifestyle, complete with Williamson County’s only Greg Norman Signature Golf Course.
The Memorial Mile – an emotional, mile-long walk commemorating Tennessee’s fallen service members. Each of the fallen Service Members being honored has a sign along the course. The Memorial Mile is a FREE event, but registration is required.
5K Walk/Run Includes:
Event t-shirt*
Unique Finisher Award
Memorial bib containing the name of a fallen service member.
Entry into the Memorial Mile
Anyone registered for the 5K is HIGHLY encouraged to stay the ceremony and walk the Memorial Mile
About Memories of Honor
Memories of Honor is a Franklin-based, national military nonprofit. We honor our fallen military and the families they leave behind through sports, entertainment, and special events. Through these events and our programs, we help heal the invisible wounds of war for both surviving family members and veterans. Memories of Honor acts as a living breathing memorial so that no loss of life during service to our country is forgotten

Thales Academy Franklin K-3 Prospective Parent Meeting
2020-05-12 18:30 - 19:30 | Thales Academy Franklin K-3 (former site of The Gate Church), 3835 Carothers Pkwy, Franklin, 37067, United States
Thales Academy is excited to open our second out-of-state campus in Franklin, TN! We are a network of independent Pre-K-12 schools based in Raleigh, NC. We currently operate 8 campuses in Raleigh and Charlotte, instructing over 3,000 students.
Our Franklin campus is opening this July and will offer K-3 initially, with more grades to come in future years.
Attend our parent interest meeting on May 12th at 6:30pm at Thales Academy Franklin (3835 Carothers Parkway, Franklin, TN 37067) to learn more. Our founder and two campus administrators will present about Thales Academy and will be available to answer your questions. Social distancing protocols will be followed, the space will be sanitized in advance, hand sanitizer will be available, and there is plenty of space to spread out. Children are welcome to attend. The meeting will be held at the former Gate Church, in the sanctuary. (Note: Thales Academy is a secular school and is not associated with The Gate Church). Snacks from Ellie’s Old Fashioned Doughnuts will be available as well! Our hallmarks: -Rigorous, college prep academics – we teach to mastery -Character formation -Real world skills development -Personalized attention -Affordable tuition, with no extra fees or fundraising Learn more about Thales Academy and apply for admission online at www.thalesacademy.org.
Inquire today about our free K-5 online learning available now for all interested families. No commitment for enrollment required!
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Thales Academy is a Pre-K-12 college preparatory network of schools based in Raleigh, North Carolina that assists parents in cultivating virtuous, critical thinking, compassionate individuals. Thales fosters high standards of accountability, academic achievement, and civic responsibility through the use of a rigorous curriculum, character development, and technical and non-cognitive skills development. Thales Academy seeks to deliver the highest quality education at the lowest cost to parents and the community. Students are well-prepared for success in college and beyond, consistently outranking nationwide peers on objective, standardized tests and mastering skills that last a lifetime.

31st Annual Steak & Burger Dinner
2020-05-14 17:30 - 21:00 | Liberty Hall in The Factory at Franklin, 230 Franklin Rd., Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
The Steak & Burger Dinner is Boys & Girls Clubs of Middle Tennessee’s oldest and most time honored tradition. The dinner is designed to honor Club members and engage supporters of our organization with the young people who benefit from their generosity. At the Steak & Burger Dinner the adults are served a delicious burger while the kids get to feast on a steak dinner. Each table will consist of six (6) adults and two (2) kids so that event attendees learn about the kids in a unique setting. The event begins at 5:30 PM and will include a silent auction, entertainment by Boys & Girls Club members and a special guest. The Steak & Burger Dinner will be held on Thursday, May 14, 2020 at Liberty Hall in the Factory at Franklin.
Boys & Girls Clubs of Middle Tennessee (BGCMT) is a youth development organization that is dedicated to making a difference in the lives of the youth in our community. Our Clubs provide a safe place to learn and grow; ongoing relationships with caring, adult professionals; life-enhancing programs and character development experiences; and hope and opportunity. Our mission is to enable all young people, especially those who need us most, to reach their full potential as productive, caring, and responsible citizens.
The Clubs provide age appropriate programs for youth with the focus being Academic Success, Good Character and Citizenship and Healthy Lifestyles. In the area of Academic Success, the Club supports members’ school success through such efforts as homework help and school readiness, engages members in fun, hands-on activities to practice and learn reading, writing, speaking, math and scientific inquiry and provides extra help for members who have difficulty mastering academic content and skills. Let’s Go Learn technology is used to provide automated, individualized diagnostic testing, data, reporting, and instruction to boost an individual Club member’s performance.

Franklin Touch-a-Truck
2020-05-15 17:00 | Jim Warren Park, 705 Boyd Mill Avenue, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Public Works vehicles and many other awesome trucks to climb on and try out.
May 15, 2020 (Third Friday in May)
Trucks, equipment, and vehicles of all shapes and sizes will gather at Jim Warren Park where children of all ages, with parent supervision, will be welcome to touch, climb-on, and explore these amazing pieces of equipment. Music, inflatables and fun will also be available at this free family event. Food will also be available for purchase.
Fire trucks, police cars, tractors, back hoes, tow trucks, and more! Don’t miss out of this great event.
More information here!

Brentwood Summer Concert Series - The Bicho Brothers Postponed
2020-05-31 18:00 | Eddy Arnold Amphitheater in Crockett Park, 1500 Volunteer Pkwy, Brentwood, TN, 37027, United States
2020 Brentwood Summer Concert Series Lineup
The city of Brentwood has postponed two of the five Summer Concert Series dates amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
The May 31 and June 7 concerts dates featuring the Bicho Brothers and the Nashville Symphony respectfully have been canceled and no reschedule dates have been announced, although according to a city Facebook post, they do hope to reschedule the events later in the summer if public health allows.
Click here for more information.

New Start Time: All concerts start at 6 p.m. unless otherwise noted
Concerts are held in Crockett Park at the Eddy Arnold Amphitheater
Various food trucks are at all concert events, so feel free to come early to get some dinner or a snack for before and/or during the show
The Fourth of July concert is always held on the 4th of July, no matter what day of the week it falls on

Summer Concert Series

May 31- The Bicho Brothers (classic rock with a flavor of Latin percussion) CANCELLED
June 7- Nashville Symphony CANCELLED
June 21- Six Wire (Country Rock)
July 4- Red, White and Boom in Brentwood 7-10 pm- Tim Akers and the Smoking Section (“Playing with care and reverence, the songs of Earth, Wind, & Fire; Tower of Power; Rufus & Chaka Khan; Al Jarreau; and all the great funky masters.”)
July 25- Summer Festival 5-9 pm- Dueling Pianos & Rubiks Grove (80’s 90’s Tribute band)

Brentwood Summer Concert Series - Nashville Symphony Postponed
2020-06-07 18:00 | Eddy Arnold Amphitheater in Crockett Park, 1500 Volunteer Pkwy, Brentwood, TN, 37027, United States
2020 Brentwood Summer Concert Series Lineup
The city of Brentwood has postponed two of the five Summer Concert Series dates amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
The May 31 and June 7 concerts dates featuring the Bicho Brothers and the Nashville Symphony respectfully have been canceled and no reschedule dates have been announced, although according to a city Facebook post, they do hope to reschedule the events later in the summer if public health allows.
Click here for more information.

New Start Time: All concerts start at 6 p.m. unless otherwise noted
Concerts are held in Crockett Park at the Eddy Arnold Amphitheater
Various food trucks are at all concert events, so feel free to come early to get some dinner or a snack for before and/or during the show
The Fourth of July concert is always held on the 4th of July, no matter what day of the week it falls on

Summer Concert Series

May 31- The Bicho Brothers (classic rock with a flavor of Latin percussion)
June 7- Nashville Symphony
June 21- Six Wire (Country Rock)
July 4- Red, White and Boom in Brentwood 7-10 pm- Tim Akers and the Smoking Section (“Playing with care and reverence, the songs of Earth, Wind, & Fire; Tower of Power; Rufus & Chaka Khan; Al Jarreau; and all the great funky masters.”)
July 25- Summer Festival 5-9 pm- Dueling Pianos & Rubiks Grove (80’s 90’s Tribute band)

Thales Academy Franklin K-3 Prospective Parent Meeting
2020-06-09 18:30 - 19:30 | Thales Academy Franklin K-3, 3835 Carothers Pkwy, Franklin, TN, 37067, United States
Thales Academy is excited to open our second out-of-state campus in Franklin, TN! We are a network of independent Pre-K-12 schools based in Raleigh, NC. We currently operate 8 campuses in Raleigh and Charlotte, instructing over 3,000 students.
Our Franklin campus is opening this July and will offer K-3 initially, with more grades to come in future years.
Attend our parent interest meeting on June 9th at 6:30pm at Thales Academy Franklin (3835 Carothers Parkway, Franklin, TN 37067) to learn more. Our founder and two campus administrators will present about Thales Academy and will be available to answer your questions. Social distancing protocols will be followed, the space will be sanitized in advance, hand sanitizer will be available, and there is plenty of space to spread out. Children are welcome to attend.
Our hallmarks:
-Rigorous, college prep academics – we teach to mastery
-Character formation
-Real world skills development
-Personalized attention
-Affordable tuition, with no extra fees or fundraising
Learn more about Thales Academy and apply for admission online at www.thalesacademy.org.
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Thales Academy is a Pre-K-12 college preparatory network of schools based in Raleigh, North Carolina that assists parents in cultivating virtuous, critical thinking, compassionate individuals. Thales fosters high standards of accountability, academic achievement, and civic responsibility through the use of a rigorous curriculum, character development, and technical and non-cognitive skills development. Thales Academy seeks to deliver the highest quality education at the lowest cost to parents and the community. Students are well-prepared for success in college and beyond, consistently outranking nationwide peers on objective, standardized tests and mastering skills that last a lifetime.

Free Flower Design Class with T. Villager Designs LIVESTREAM
2020-06-15 17:00 - 18:00 | T. Villager Instagram, 1029 Falls Ave, Madison, TN, 37115, United States
Let’s face it, Mondays can be tough. But what if you had something fun and relaxing to look forward to at the end of your day? T. Villager Designs is hosting a LIVE floral design class on Monday, June 15, and you’re invited to tune in at 5 p.m. on Instagram (@t.villagerdesigns) to join Owner + Designer Troy Villager as he walks us through the process of creating a beautiful bouquet, at-home. Don’t have florals at your fingertips? No worries! Troy’s step-by-step class will incorporate flowers you can pick up at Trader Joe’s, Whole Foods, or your nearest convenience store. Tell your friends, grab a beverage, and let’s create a fresh, seasonal arrangement together!

Brentwood Summer Concert Series - Six Wire (Country Rock) - Cancelled
2020-06-21 18:00 | Eddy Arnold Amphitheater in Crockett Park, 1500 Volunteer Pkwy, Brentwood, TN, 37027, United States
The 2020 Summer Concert Series below has been canceled due to the current COVID-19 environment and social distancing requirements.
To learn more click here.
2020 Brentwood Summer Concert Series Lineup
The city of Brentwood postponed May 31 and June 7 Summer Concert Series dates amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
Click here for more information.

New Start Time: All concerts start at 6 p.m. unless otherwise noted
Concerts are held in Crockett Park at the Eddy Arnold Amphitheater
Various food trucks are at all concert events, so feel free to come early to get some dinner or a snack for before and/or during the show
The Fourth of July concert is always held on the 4th of July, no matter what day of the week it falls on

Brentwood Summer Concert Series

May 31- The Bicho Brothers (classic rock with a flavor of Latin percussion)
June 7- Nashville Symphony
June 21- Six Wire (Country Rock)
July 4- Red, White and Boom in Brentwood 7-10 pm- Tim Akers and the Smoking Section (“Playing with care and reverence, the songs of Earth, Wind, & Fire; Tower of Power; Rufus & Chaka Khan; Al Jarreau; and all the great funky masters.”)
July 25- Summer Festival 5-9 pm- Dueling Pianos & Rubiks Grove (80’s 90’s Tribute band)

79th Iroquois Steeplechase
2020-06-27 08:00 - 17:30 | TN
2020 Iroquois Steeplechase Canceled – Citywide Safer-at-Home Celebration Planned

NASHVILLE, Tenn. –The Iroquois Steeplechase, benefiting The Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt, has been cancelled for 2020. Event organizers for the 79th annual event sponsored by Bank of America are planning a citywide safer-at-home celebration to honor Nashville’s grand tradition in place of the race meet that was to take place on June 27.

Click here for more information.
ABOUT IROQUOIS STEEPLECHASE
The Iroquois Steeplechase is an iconic sporting event that has been Nashville’s rite of spring since 1941. Held the second Saturday of each May at Percy Warner Park, the annual event attracts more than 25,000 spectators and is Music City’s celebration of time-honored traditions, Tennessee hospitality and southern fashions. The event also supports several philanthropic causes and has donated more than $10 million to the Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt since 1981. To learn more about Steeplechase, visit www.iroquoissteeplechase.org.
ABOUT MONROE CARELL JR. CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL AT VANDERBILT
The Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt is one of the nation’s leading children’s hospitals, treating and helping to prevent a full range of pediatric health issues from colds and broken bones to complex heart diseases and cancer. The Department of Pediatrics within the Vanderbilt University School of Medicine is currently ranked fourth in the nation in the total receipt of research funding from the National Institutes of Health. Children’s Hospital’s physicians are nationally recognized innovators in their fields who are discovering new ways to cure and prevent a host of childhood diseases. Their work is preventing and finding new treatments for diseases such as premature birth, cancer, heart disease, spina bifida, trauma and many other conditions, and is an investment in the future. Achieving 10 out of 10 nationally ranked pediatric specialties in 2018, Children’s Hospital was again named among the nation’s “Best Children’s Hospitals” for the 12th consecutive year by U.S. News & World Report. The Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt, a nonprofit organization, opened in 2004, expanded its physical space in 2012, and is currently adding four new floors and 160,000 total sq. ft. The new expansion will help advance the size and scope of the hospital’s mission. To learn more, visit https://www.childrenshospitalvanderbilt.org.

Franklin on the Fourth
2020-07-04 10:00 | HISTORIC DOWNTOWN FRANKLIN, Main Street, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
DUE TO THE COVID – 19 VIRUS, THIS YEAR’S FRANKLIN ON THE FOURTH HAS BEEN CANCELLED.
Please see website for more information.
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Franklin on the Fourth in Downtown Franklin – July 4, 2020
Patriotic Festival in Downtown Franklin, Tennessee, sponsored by the Franklin Lions Club, with arts, crafts, food, and entertainment. The event concludes with an incredible fireworks display at the Park at Harlinsdale Farm.

Brentwood Summer Concert Series - July 4th, 2020
2020-07-04 19:00 - 22:00 | Eddy Arnold Amphitheater in Crockett Park, 1500 Volunteer Pkwy, Brentwood, TN, 37027, United States
The 2020 Summer Concert Series, Including the July 4th Concert and Fireworks have been Canceled due to the current COVID-19 environment and social distancing requirements.
To learn more click here.
2020 Brentwood Summer Concert Series Lineup

New Start Time: All concerts start at 6 p.m. unless otherwise noted
Concerts are held in Crockett Park at the Eddy Arnold Amphitheater
Various food trucks are at all concert events, so feel free to come early to get some dinner or a snack for before and/or during the show
The Fourth of July concert is always held on the 4th of July, no matter what day of the week it falls on

Brentwood Summer Concert Series

May 31- The Bicho Brothers (classic rock with a flavor of Latin percussion)
June 7- Nashville Symphony

The city of Brentwood postponed May 31 and June 7 Summer Concert Series dates amid the COVID-19 pandemic. Click here for more information.

June 21- Six Wire (Country Rock) – CANCELLED
July 4- Red, White and Boom in Brentwood 7-10 pm- Tim Akers and the Smoking Section (“Playing with care and reverence, the songs of Earth, Wind, & Fire; Tower of Power; Rufus & Chaka Khan; Al Jarreau; and all the great funky masters.”) CANCELLED
July 25- Summer Festival 5-9 pm- Dueling Pianos & Rubiks Grove (80’s 90’s Tribute band) CANCELLED

Franklin Tomato Festival
2020-07-18 08:00 - 13:00 | Franklin Farmers Market, 230 Franklin Rd., Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Downtown Franklin, Tennessee Tomato Festival
It’s heaven for tomato lovers – celebrate summer’s favorite veggie with heirloom tomato tastings, plus lots of fun games for the kids at The Franklin Farmers Market in downtown Franklin, Tennessee!

37TH ANNUAL MAIN STREET FESTIVAL - Cancelled for 2020
2020-07-18 10:00 - 2020-07-19 18:00 | Franklin’s Main Street, 106 3rd Ave N., Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
This Event Has Been Cancelled
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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The Heritage Foundation of Williamson County’s 37th Annual Main Street Festival, Presented by First Tennessee Bank will take place Saturday, July 18, 2020 – Sunday, July 19, 2020. One of the of the largest events in the Southeast, the festival is expected to draw a crowd of about 100,000 for a fun-filled weekend of music, arts and crafts, food and children’s activities. The vendor application deadline has been extended through May 31.
About the Heritage Foundation
Since 1967, the 501(c)3 non-profit Heritage Foundation has been producing iconic street festivals in downtown Franklin, TN, initially as a means of economic vitality for the developing community and now as a way to preserve and share our local cultural heritage. The Heritage Foundation is dedicated to protecting and preserving Williamson County’s historic, architectural and geographic resources; in short, saving the places that matter. Learn more about our mission: https://williamsonheritage.org/aboutus

LITTLE MISS & JR. LITTLE MISS MAIN STREET PAGEANT
2020-07-18 10:30 - 11:30 | Main Street Festival Main Stage, Main St., Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Do you have a little girl who is destined to be a princess? Then you should enter her in the Heritage Foundation of Williamson County’s 2nd Annual Jr. Little Miss or Little Miss Main Street pageant.
All you have to do is fill out the form and submit the $50 entry fee.
Pageant winners will receive a trophy, crown, sash and gift cards. First and second-runners-up will receive a trophy and gift card.

Barre3 in the Park
2020-07-22 18:30 | One Franklin Park, 6100 Tower Circle, Franklin, TN, 37067, United States
Outdoor Fitness Classes in Franklin
If you’re looking to feel connected to community and soak up some summer sun Barre3 Brentwood is taking their signature 45-minute class outdoors every Wednesday in July at One Franklin Park. All classes are FREE and the only props needed are a mat, towel and water. Social distancing guidelines will be followed and enforced to ensure a safe and healthy experience for all guests. All participants will be socially distanced by 10 feet within the designated outdoor class location and will be asked to stay on their mat for the duration of the workout. Hand sanitizer and disinfectant wipes will be available onsite. Please plan to arrive 15 minutes early to allow time to check-in and get set up on your mat. One Franklin Park is located at 6100 Tower Circle in Franklin, Tennessee and free parking is available to all guests. If you have questions or need additional information, email brentwood@barre3.com.

2020 Bluegrass Along the Harpeth - Cancelled
2020-07-24 19:00 - 2020-07-25 22:00 | HISTORIC DOWNTOWN FRANKLIN, Main Street, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
COVID19 Update – 2020 Bluegrass Along the Harpeth Cancelled

After working extensively with Franklin City and Williamson County officials, Bluegrass Along the Harpeth has come to the difficult decision to cancel this year’s event.

Please view website for more information.

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Musical festival featuring Bluegrass music, fiddling, buck dancing, crafts, food and more in Downtown Franklin
Always held the 4th weekend in July, Bluegrass Along the Harpeth was started in 1991 and has had several homes in Franklin, Tennessee over the years. Most recently it has made it’s home on the town square. The historic backdrop is the perfect place for our weekend of music in honor of Franklin’s own Grand Ole Opry stars Sam and Kirk McGee. This festival is put on and operated by old time musicians and dancers. It’s their love for the music and its preservation that make this festival special and a not-to-be-missed event every year.
Friday night we have some of the best bluegrass bands around for a relaxing evening and end to the work week. On Saturday, you will find some of the best musicians anywhere competing in our individual instruments and band contests. In addition to all of the music, we have food and craft vendors that are sure to have something to satisfy a sweet tooth or be that one of a kind gift you have been wanting.
So what are you waiting for?! Start planning your trip to Franklin this July. We are getting ready for you!
July 24-25, 2020 – (Fourth weekend in July)

Brentwood Summer Concert Series - Summer Festival - Cancelled
2020-07-25 17:00 - 21:00 | Eddy Arnold Amphitheater in Crockett Park, 1500 Volunteer Pkwy, Brentwood, TN, 37027, United States
The 2020 Summer Concert Series below has been canceled due to the current COVID-19 environment and social distancing requirements.
To learn more click here.
2020 Brentwood Summer Concert Series Lineup

New Start Time: All concerts start at 6 p.m. unless otherwise noted
Concerts are held in Crockett Park at the Eddy Arnold Amphitheater
Various food trucks are at all concert events, so feel free to come early to get some dinner or a snack for before and/or during the show
The Fourth of July concert is always held on the 4th of July, no matter what day of the week it falls on

Brentwood Summer Concert Series

May 31- The Bicho Brothers (classic rock with a flavor of Latin percussion)
June 7- Nashville Symphony

The city of Brentwood postponed May 31 and June 7 Summer Concert Series dates amid the COVID-19 pandemic. Click here for more information.

June 21- Six Wire (Country Rock) CANCELLED
July 4- Red, White and Boom in Brentwood 7-10 pm- Tim Akers and the Smoking Section (“Playing with care and reverence, the songs of Earth, Wind, & Fire; Tower of Power; Rufus & Chaka Khan; Al Jarreau; and all the great funky masters.”) CANCELLED
July 25- Summer Festival 5-9 pm- Dueling Pianos & Rubiks Grove (80’s 90’s Tribute band) CANCELLED

Free Barre3 Summer Park Series
2020-07-29 18:30 - 19:15, 2020-08-05 18:30 - 19:15 | One Franklin Park, 6100 Tower Circle, Franklin, TN, 37067, United States
If you’re looking to feel connected to community and soak up some summer sun Barre3 Brentwood is taking their signature 45-minute class outdoors every Wednesday in July + August at One Franklin Park. All classes are FREE and the only props needed are a mat, towel and water. Social distancing guidelines will be followed and enforced to ensure a safe and healthy experience for all guests. All participants will be socially distanced by 10 feet within the designated outdoor class location and will be asked to stay on their mat for the duration of the workout. Hand sanitizer and disinfectant wipes will be available onsite. Please plan to arrive 15 minutes early to allow time to check-in and get set up on your mat. One Franklin Park is located at 6100 Tower Circle in Franklin, Tennessee and free parking is available to all guests. If you have questions or need additional information, email brentwood@barre3.com.

2020 Williamson County Virtual Fair
2020-08-07 08:00 - 2020-08-15 17:00 | TN
Williamson County Fair Offers 9 Days of Virtual Fair Fun
Visit the Williamson County Fair website daily to enjoy “nine days of virtual fun” Friday, August 7 – Saturday, August 15, 2020! The virtual fair will include educational videos, family-friendly activities available for download, daily contests, and a look back at past years’ entertainment and performances! Visit website for exact event times.
