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Arthur Christmas
2021-12-04 10:00 (America/Chicago) | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
Arthur Christmas (PG) – The Franklin Theatre

Santa’s clumsy son Arthur sets out on a mission with Grandsanta to give out a present they misplaced to a young girl in less than two hours.

Genre: Comedy, Holiday, Family
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Saint Stephen Holiday Market
2021-12-04 12:00 - 15:00 | Saint Stephen Restaurant, 1300 3rd Ave N., Nashville, TN, 37208, United States
Shop local this holiday season at Saint Stephen during a festive pop-up market featuring some of Nashville’s favorite vendors
Saint Stephen invites all to shop local for the upcoming holiday season! The restaurant will turn into a festive market and will feature local vendors such as Bindigo Jewlery, Bits N’ Pieces, Christopher Hartley Candles, Chuck + Sophia, Flowerz, Happenstance Whiskey, Nashville Soap Company, Shop Junk Gold, Switters, and more.
Alongside holiday shopping, patrons can dine the Saint Stephen Lunch Pop-Up. Chef R.J. Cooper will be serving up his famous StS cheeseburger, chicken schnitzel, Corey’s onion rings, hand cut fries and a must-eat “Kit Kat Bar” dessert.
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36th Annual Christmas Parade
2021-12-04 14:00 - 15:00 | TN
The 36th Annual Donelson-Hermitage Christmas Parade
The parade’s Grand Marsal will be WWE Superstar, Sheamus, a Donelson resident. The parade will also include civic groups, a marching band, beauty queens, local officials, antique and classic vehicles, various floats, and Santa.
The parade route begins at the corner of Donelson Pike and Elm Hill Pike. It will move northward along Donelson Pike, ending at the Fifty Forward Station. Following the parade, plans for the new Donelson Library Branch will be revealed, and the official Donelson Tree Lighting Ceremony will take place at 4 pm in Donelson Plaza. Guests are encouraged to bring a new toy donation for Metro Police Christmas charities to this ceremony to receive a free bacon popcorn at Homegrown Taproom and Kitchen. Hermitage will host its first-ever Tree Lighting at the Hermitage Library at 6 pm.

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Franklin Christmas Parade
2021-12-04 14:00 - 15:30 | Historic Downtown Franklin, Main Street, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
The Franklin Christmas Parade sponsored by Kiwanis Club
December 4, 2021
The Franklin Kiwanis Christmas Parade is held annually the first Saturday in December. Winding through the streets of Historic Downtown Franklin, the parade is a community celebration of the traditions of the Christmas season.
Please check website to confirm times.
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Family Movie Fun
2021-12-04 15:00 - 17:00 | The John P. Holt Brentwood Library, 8109 Concord Road, Brentwood, TN, 37027, United States
Family Movie Fun in Brentwood at The John P. Holt Brentwood Library
Families are invited to join us in the Storytime Room for a showing of The Search For Santa Paws, which is rated G.
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‘Tis The Season for Kith & Kin
2021-12-04 17:00 - 21:00 | Leiper’s Creek Gallery, 4144 Old Hillsboro Rd, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
You are invited to come and celebrate the season with the Leiper’s Creek Gallery family! They will be celebrating their 20 year anniversary with live music, food and libations in Franklin, Tennessee! Their artists will be there to celebrate with new works. It will be a fun evening to mingle with the artists and shop for the holidays!
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St. Paul's Alternative Gift Fair
2021-12-05 08:30 - 18:00 | Otey Parish Hall – St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, Corner of 6th Avenue & Fair Street, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
On Sunday, December 5, St. Paul’s will be hosting a wonderful alternative to holiday gift giving. Representatives from local charitable organizations will be in Otey Parish Hall from 8:30 am-1:00 pm and 4:00-6:00 pm. These mission-driven groups will welcome donations to help them continue their important work, while in return you get the opportunity to honor a family member or friend with a unique gift. You will leave with a pretty personalized gift card for giving that reflects the donation.
Representatives will be present from a variety of nonprofits, including: Begin Anew, Episcopal Relief & Development (ERD), Gigi’s Playhouse, My Friend’s House, Needs of our Kids (NOOK) and Healing Housing. All are right here in Franklin except ERD, which provides international relief and support.
The Fair will be held in Otey Hall at the corner of 6th Avenue and Fair Street.
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Santa Brunch
2021-12-05 10:30 - 14:00, 2021-12-12 10:30 - 14:00 | 1799 Kitchen & Cocktails, 130 2nd Ave N, Harpeth Hotel, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Enjoy an exclusive North Pole inspired brunch menu while the kids get to spend some time with Santa.
Feeling naughty? The elves at 1799 have crafted some spirited drinks for those who didn’t make the list.
Don’t forget your camera to capture the moment!
Sundays in December 5th, 12th & 19th, 2021
Hours: 10:30AM-2:00PM
Santa: 11:00AM-2:00PM

THE HARPETH HOTEL & 1799 KITCHEN AND COCKTAILS
130 2nd Avenue N.
Franklin, TN 37064

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Gather at the Good Tree - Candle Pouring Workshop
2021-12-05 12:30 - 18:30 | The Good Tree, 2176 Hillsboro Road, Suite 126, Franklin, TN, 37209, United States
Candle Pouring Workshop in Franklin
This Gather at the Good Tree workshop will be led by EKKO Candle Co. You will learn about their candle-making process, properties of their essential oils and fragrances, and the benefits of natural paraffin-free wax, all while creating your very own candles and tea lights.

Participants will receive 2 vessels (one black and one white) and 6 tea light candles. The lids for the candles can be personalized with an initial or name of your choice for an additional fee*.Workshop 1 – Sunday, December 5th – 12:30pm – 3pm
Workshop 2 – Sunday, December 5th – 4pm – 6:30pm$85.00 per person*Workshop will be held at The Good Tree – 2176 Hillsboro Road, Suite 126, Franklin TN 37209.
If you have question please contact us at 615-866-5737 or thegoodtreetn@gmail.com
You will select scents and pour your candles first, while they are setting up (1.5 hrs from pour time), you can shop at The Good Tree and receive a special discount. So don’t forget your Christmas shopping list!
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FT Live: Jim Brickman: The Gift of Christmas
2021-12-05 14:00 - 21:00 | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
December 5th – 2 PM, 4 PM, 7 PM and 9 PM
Music lovers will experience the sounds of award-winning hit-maker, pianist and recording artist Jim Brickman as he brings one of the most entertaining and romantic concert events of the year with Jim Brickman Pure Piano The Greatest Hits.
Jim Brickman, the multiple Grammy nominated songwriter and piano sensation is back this festive season with his annual holiday tour “The Gift of Christmas,” a magical evening celebrating music, love and family. Brickman will warm the of all as sounds of faith and love make spirits bright, bringing family and friends together for anything but a silent night. Join Brickman for this LIVE and joyous concert experience that blends yuletide memories and holiday favorites with his own hit songs such as, “The Gift,” “Sending You A Little Christmas,” “Angel Eyes,” and “If You Believe”.
Jim Brickman: The Gift of Christmas celebrates the gift of family, the gift of friends, the gift of peace, and the gift of love, wrapped up in sweet sounds of the season only he and his piano can provide.
Sponsored by Jackson National Life
Presented by Franklin Theatre Live
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CHRISTMAS IN BRENTWOOD
2021-12-05 16:00 - 19:00 | Brentwood Academy, 219 Granny White Pike, Brentwood, TN, 37027, United States
CHRISTMAS IN BRENTWOOD, A FREE COMMUNITY-WIDE EVENT
Brentwood Academy is pleased to announce Christmas in Brentwood, Sunday, December 5, from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM. This community-wide celebration featuring Christian recording artist Point of Grace will be a fun and festive way to ring in the Advent season, celebrating the birth of Jesus! This free event, organized and hosted by Brentwood Academy, will feature family-friendly Christmas activities, culminating with the lighting of the Great Brentwood Academy Christmas Tree.
Festivities include:

Santa and Elves
The lighting of the Great Tree
Live Music featuring Point of Grace
Nativity with Live Animals
Trackless Train
Bounce Houses
Christmas Arts and Crafts
Food Trucks and Coffee Bar

“We are beyond excited to host this event for our community,” says Jason Mathews, Dean of Admission and Community Engagement. “We look forward to the opportunity to celebrate the birth of Jesus during this special event for the community to gather, celebrate, and give to those in need.”
Brentwood Academy is excited to partner with the Nashville Rescue Mission as well as K-LOVE/AIR-1 Radio. Attendees are encouraged to bring new undergarments such as large t-shirts, underwear, and socks to donate to the Nashville Rescue Mission, click the link below for their Christmas Wish List. This is a wonderful opportunity to give to those less fortunate.
Christmas Wish List
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Brighten Brentwood - A Holiday Celebration
2021-12-06 17:00 - 18:30 | The John P. Holt Brentwood Library, 8109 Concord Road, Brentwood, TN, 37027, United States
The Brentwood Library’s Annual Tree Lighting will be at 5:30pm.
At 5pm and 6pm, there will be readings of The Polar Express in the Periodical Room. Everyone attending The Polar Express reading must have a ticket. The event is free, and tickets will be available ahead of time. For more information about the Tree Lighting, please contact Sara Schultz at 615-371-0090 ext. 8510.
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Franklin Theatre Live: Christmas with Patrick Thomas
2021-12-06 19:00 | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
Live Performance:
Music

A multi-instrumentalist, songwriter, and powerful vocalist, Patrick Thomas has spent 20 years crafting a sound that can only be described as uniquely his own. From a musical family, Patrick grew up wowing audiences with his ability to instantly play a song on the piano after just one listen.
While attending Vanderbilt University in Nashville, Thomas was selected to perform on the inaugural season of NBC’s The Voice. Making it all the way to the live semi-finals, his Nashville career began to take off. He quickly signed a publishing and artist development deal with Grammy Award-winning songwriter, Brett James, penning over 200 songs in his first year. Exploring a variety of styles from musical theatre, (he composed a musical entitled The Battle of Franklin that would break box office records for the premiering theatre), to pop, R&B, and country, he eventually began work on a debut album with another Grammy Award winner, producer Mark Bright. In 2017 his self-titled debut EP was released. Meanwhile, Thomas was busy touring the country with Broadway vocalist Rachel Potter, co-starring in Country Legends, a concert-style musical revue of country music through the ages designed specifically for symphony orchestras. The show toured for over five years, appearing with orchestras from Alaska to Hawaii and everywhere in between.
Thomas, often recognized for his ability to adapt and improvise regardless of genre, returned to the national spotlight when Nashville hosted the 2019 NFL Draft. As each player was selected, he wrote and performed thirty-second “jingles”, live for CBS, each tailored to the specific athlete and team.
He is currently working on a new ‘Sinatra meets Singer/Songwriter’ project scheduled for release within the next year. He is also preparing to perform as Paul Simon in the US/Canada tour of “The Simon and Garfunkel Story.” For booking information and links to music and social media please visit www.PatrickThomasMusic.com

Christmas in Connecticut (1945)
2021-12-07 14:30 - 19:00 | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
Christmas in Connecticut (1945) – The Franklin Theatre
A food writer who has lied about being the perfect housewife must try to cover her deception when her boss and a returning war hero invite themselves to her home for a traditional family Christmas.

Genre: Family, Holiday, Classic
December 7th – 2:30 PM and 7:00 PM
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A Christmas Story
2021-12-08 19:30 - 2021-12-12 14:00 | Tennessee Performing Arts Center – TPAC, 505 Deaderick Street, Nashville, TN, 37203, United States
Light your leg lamps and grab your pink bunny pajamas because A Christmas Story makes its triumphant return to the Rep stage December 2 – December 19. The time: 1940. The place: Hohman, Indiana. A bespectacled boy named Ralphie has an active imagination and one wish for Christmas–a Red Ryder BB Gun. Constant reprimands of “You’ll shoot your eye out,” a grouchy department store Santa, and a triple-dog-dare to lick a freezing flagpole are just a few of the obstacles that stand between Ralphie and his Christmas dream. Named “Best Family Holiday Tradition” by the Nashville Scene, A Christmas Story excites the holiday spirit with sparkling wit, a heart of gold and some much-needed nostalgia.

December 2, 2021 7:30PM
December 3, 2021 7:30PM
December 4, 2021 2:00PM
December 4, 2021 7:30PM
December 5, 2021 2:00PM
December 8, 2021 7:30PM
December 9, 2021 7:30PM
December 10, 2021 7:30PM
December 11, 2021 2:00PM
December 11, 2021 7:30PM
December 12, 2021 2:00PM
December 15, 2021 7:30PM
December 16, 2021 7:30PM
December 17, 2021 7:30PM
December 18, 2021 2:00PM
December 18, 2021 7:30PM
December 19, 2021 2:00PM

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Toast and Jam
2021-12-09 19:00 - 23:00 | The Mockingbird Theater at The Factory at Franklin, 230 Franklin Road, Bldg 6, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Toast and Jam – Mockingbird Theater at The Factory at Franklin
Toast and Jam is a “rootsy” Bend, OR based band featuring Ben Delery and Jeff Miller belting out dynamic vocal harmonies. Don’t be surprised if you also catch us with a piano, harmonica, ukulele, djembe, a banjo, or a full band.While we would characterize our style as acoustic folk rock, our extensive set list ranges anywhere from our own original music as well as the classics from the likes of The Eagles, Steve Miller Band to The Dave Matthews Band, James Taylor to Stevie Wonder, Jason Mraz and even some Chris Stapleton.

About the Mockingbird Theater
Over the years, Building 6 at the Factory has been home to the Boiler Room Theater and, more recently, The Little Brick Theater. Now, the Mockingbird Theater is a state-of-the-art music venue managed by Will Jordan, owner of The Legendary Kimbro’s.
Kimbro’s opened in 2005 as a pickin’ parlor by songwriter Ron Kimbro. In 2007, Will Jordan became a partner and changed it to a music venue. Jordan, a veteran photographer and writer, also owns neighboring Carpe Diem, Franklin’s first record shop.
In 2014 Kimbro retired, handing over the reins to Jordan. Kimbro’s won second place behind The Ryman Auditorium for “Best Live Music Venue” in one of The Tennessean‘s reader’s polls and second place behind The Bluebird for “Best Open Mic” in The Nashville Scene‘s reader’s poll.
The Mockingbird Theater offers a full bar — serving beer, wine, spirits, and food — as well as special events and productions, with an emphasis on live music. The space hosts bands of all genres on a regular basis.
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It's a Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play
2021-12-09 19:00 - 2021-12-12 14:00 | Jamison Theatre – The Factory at Franklin, 230 Franklin Road, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
This beloved American holiday classic comes to captivating life before your eyes as a live 1940s radio broadcast at WAKM in Franklin TN. With the help of an ensemble of 5 actors that bring a few dozen characters to the stage, the story of idealistic George Bailey unfolds as he considers ending his life one fateful Christmas Eve. Theatre goers have never seen this story told quite this way.
12/9: 7pm
12/10: 7pm
12/11: 2pm
12/11: 7pm
12/12: 2pm
12/16:7pm
12/17: 7pm
12/18: 2pm
12/18: 7pm
12/19: 2pm
12/21: 7pm
12/22: 7pm
12/23: 2pm
12/23: 7pm
12/24: 2pm
Holiday drama 75 – 90 minutes
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Franklin Theatre Live: David Nail
2021-12-09 20:00 | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
Live Performance: Music
This show has been rescheduled to December 9, 2021 at 8:00 PM. All previously purchased tickets will be honored.
Hailing from Kennett, Missouri, David Nail is well-respected up and down Music Row. Some might even call him a “tour de force” as his songs pull no punches in evoking the demons with which he has wrestled through much of his life. His early releases, I’m About To Come Alive, The Sound Of A Million Dreams, I’m A Fire and Fighter, ignited his reputation as an innovator and creative risk-taker yet left Nail feeling restless. This led to the departure of the the only record company home he’d ever known, MCA Nashville, where he’d formed friendships that endure even now. Through dealing with his own bout of mental illness and the feeling of needing to “rebel against what people expect you to be,” Nail began making his most “organic” work to date, David Nail & The Well Ravens, with Jason Hall and Andrew Petroff. That project liberated Nail and propelled him into his next adventure. Writing solo for the next few months led to his current EP Oh, Mother, a reflective piece of work. Of the title track, Rolling Stone noted that “the song creeps in like a sunrise — quiet, restrained cello and keys are the only underpinning for Nail’s powerful vocals at first. But then it slowly builds to something more massive and majestic.” In Nail’s own words, “My philosophy has always been, I just hope to have a good enough year that I can have a next year while staying as true to myself as I possibly can.” Find more at www.davidnail.com.
Opening Act: Karissa Ella

FLASHLIGHT CANDY CANE HUNT
2021-12-10 17:00 | Eastern Flank Battlefield Park, 1368 Eastern Flank Cir, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
The grounds of Eastern Flank Battlefield Park in Franklin are sprinkled with candy canes ready to be eaten…grab your flashlight and help us hunt for the holiday treats! Kids will decorate treat bags for their candy canes before the hunt. Hot chocolate and cookies will be served. Participants must bring a flashlight, and all other supplies will be provided. Feel free to dawn a festive outfit for the event! This event is limited to 100 participants and PRE-REGISTRATION & ENTRY FEE WILL BE REQUIRED. The event fee is $5 per person (including adults). Registration begins November 8, 2021.

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Drive Thru Nativity
2021-12-10 18:00 - 2021-12-11 20:00 | Drive-thru Nativity, 1646 Sunset Rd, Brentwood, TN, 37027, United States
Free drive-thru nativity in Brentwood with live animals and Christmas lights!

Two nights only! Hop in the car with your family and enjoy a live nativity scene complete with real animals and thousands of Christmas lights. When you drive-in, make sure you tune into our radio station to hear the nativity story from the comfort of your warm vehicle. Radio station info will be available at the event.
Drive Thru Nativity by Nashville Latter-day Saints.
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FT Live: Emily West & The Whiskey Wolves: Holiday Show
2021-12-10 20:00 | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
Emily West brings her lovingly-curated, one of a kind Christmas Magic, filled with her own seasonal compositions, songs from her new record Dear Diary, and all the classics sung only the way Miss West can to the Franklin Theatre on Friday Dec. 10th.

For the uninitiated, Emily West is the high priestess of musical magic in Nashville’s never ending rainbow of talent. Millions know her from duets with Keith Urban, Cyndi Lauper and heart stopping performances on America’s Got Talent, but locally she is the songwriter’s favorite singer, the singer’s favorite writer, and everyone’s favorite friend. While she has sung on most stages and tv’s in the world, she hasn’t made a record in the last 5 years and never one this personal. She opened up her journals to Leroy Powell & Tim Jones (collectively known as Whiskey Wolves of the West), and constructed mini-broadway musicals. The first single from her new record, Dear Diary, is coming soon. Stay tuned to @emilywestofficial

https://www.emilywestofficial.com/

36TH ANNUAL DICKENS OF A CHRISTMAS
2021-12-11 12:00 - 2021-12-12 18:00 | TN
Middle Tennessee’s Largest Outdoor Christmas Festival
The Heritage Foundation of Williamson County’s Dickens of a Christmas holiday tradition will be held in the historic downtown of Franklin, Tennessee December 11-12, 2021. The festival recreates the time of Charles Dickens using historic downtown Franklin’s charming architecture as the backdrop. A variety of musicians, dancers and Dickens characters will fill the streets. Expect to see and interact with the nefarious Fagin from Oliver Twist; Jacob Marley, Ebenezer Scrooge, Tiny Tim and the rest of the Cratchit family from A Christmas Carol; and of course, a Victorian Father and Mother Christmas with treats for children.
Enjoy Victorian Village with two blocks of holiday dancers, characters and entertainers, arts & crafts, food & beverage, Main Stage and Acoustic Stage entertainment, Holiday Window Display Contest, KidZone presented by Grace Chapel, Beer Garden presented by Bavarian Bierhaus and Whiskey Lounge presented by Leiper’s Fork Distillery.
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Charles Dickens' A Christmas Carol
2021-12-11 14:00 - 19:00 | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
Studio Tenn Presents: Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol

On December 18, 1943, one of history’s most beloved writers introduced the world to, perhaps, its most popular ghost story. And Christmas would never be the same. You may think you know Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol by heart, but you’ve never seen anything quite like actor-writer-director Mark Cabus’ acclaimed solo performance of the beloved holiday classic. In this ingenious adaptation, Cabus takes on more than 18 characters — from Scrooge to Marley’s Ghost, Mr. Fezziwig, Bob Cratchit and even Tiny Tim — engaging audiences with his quick wit and sharp skills, capturing the haunting tale of an angry, old man bound to save his shrunken heart. The Tennessean declared, “This Christmas Carol is one of the smallest yet most sensational shows of the year. Don’t miss it.”

Two shows one day only (2:00 PM and 7:00 PM), December 11th at The Franklin Theatre in Downtown Franklin.
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ELF the Musical
2021-12-11 14:00 - 2021-12-12 18:30 | Father Ryan High School, 700 Norwood Drive, Nashville, TN, 37204, United States
ELF the Musical – Celebrate the season with everyone’s favorite elf!
Based on the beloved holiday film, this hilarious musical comedy follows Buddy the Elf (starring local teen Bryant Swords) in his quest to find his true identity!
Buddy, a young orphan mistakenly crawls into Santa’s bag of gifts and is transported to the North Pole. The would-be elf is raised unaware that he is actually a human, until his enormous size and poor toy-making abilities cause him to face the truth. With Santa’s permission, Buddy embarks on a journey to New York City to find his birth father and discover his true identity. Once he travels through the seven levels of the Candy Cane Forest, the Sea of Swirly Twirly Gumdrops and the Lincoln Tunnel, Buddy is faced with harsh realities…his father is on the naughty list and his younger half brother doesn’t even believe in Santa Claus!

Believing the best way to spread Christmas Cheer is singing loud for all to hear, Buddy the Elf is sure to win over his new family, save the Christmas Spirit, and make everything “sparklejollytwinklejingly” in midtown Manhattan!
Four Performances at Father Ryan Theater, 700 Norwood Drive (off Franklin Road.)
Saturday, December 11th @ 2pm and 6:30pm
Sunday, December 12th @ 1pm and 5pm.
Running time approximately 90 minutes with one intermission.
Based on the 2003 New Line Cinema hit, Elf the Musical features songs by Tony Award nominees Matthew Sklar (The Wedding Singer) and Chad Beguelin (Disney’s Aladdin on Broadway), with a book by Tony Award winners, Thomas Meehan (Annie, The Producers, Hairspray) and Bob Martin (The Drowsy Chaperone).
Bravo Creative Arts Center
Bravo Creative Arts, founded in Williamson County in 2006, is a non-profit 501c3 organization providing year round performing arts training for youth ages 7 – 18. Bravo’s award winning children’s theatre program serves hundreds of community youth each year and stages four to six full scale / high quality productions for the greater Nashville area.
Bravo also costumes thousands of students and professional performers across the mid state area each year with its 30,000+ theatrical and historical costume collection.
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Leiper’s Fork Christmas Parade
2021-12-12 14:00 - 16:00 | Leiper’s Fork Country, 4151 Old Hillsboro Road, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
The Leiper’s Fork Christmas Parade is a parade like no other!
The Leiper’s Fork Christmas Parade has been rescheduled to Sunday, December 12th, due to the possibility of storms on Saturday.

The annual Christmas Parade held in Leiper’s Fork takes place on the the second Saturday of December at 2:00 PM. Country artist Chris Janson is this year’s Grand Marshall.
The Leiper’s Fork Christmas Parade is a parade like no other, but more so, because we are a Parade with a purpose! We ask our spectators and participants to donate to the Williamson County Animal Center. There will be dogs walking in our parade available for adoption. Dogs that need a new fur-ever home, like Penny shown below! Come out and support them on Parade day! See y’all there!
See the Leiper’s Fork Christmas Parade route here.

Inclement Weather date will be the third Saturday of December.

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Jars of Clay Family Christmas Show
2021-12-12 14:00 - 19:00 | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
Jars of Clay Family Christmas Show – Livestream and In-Person Tickets
Jars of Clay Family Christmas LIVESTREAM 2021 ticket tiers.

A Generous Portion of ALL LIVESTREAM ticket tiers will benefit Blood Water Mission so have some Christmas Spirit and be generous with your purchase!

Pay what you WANT! As little as $5 gets you in the virtual door for the jolliest kickoff to the Christmas Holiday around!
Every Hard or LIVESTREAM ticket of $25 or more purchased before NOV 13, 2021 will receive a complimentary download code for the

Holiday Cheer Jars of Clay Music Sampler

Featuring previously unreleased Christmas songs recorded during the the 2020 Family Christmas show, and mixed by Grammy Award Winning Engineer Vance Powell.

Every Livestream ticket purchase over $50 will receive

Holiday Cheer Jars of Clay Music Sampler

Featuring previously unreleased Christmas songs recorded during the the 2020 Family Christmas show, and mixed by Grammy Award Winning Engineer Vance Powell.

A Free Blood Water Mission T-Shirt shipped directly to you or the recipient of your choosing.

Every LIVESTREAM ticket purchase of $100 or more will receive

Holiday Cheer Jars of Clay Music Sampler

Featuring previously unreleased Christmas songs recorded during the the 2020 Family Christmas show, and mixed by Grammy Award Winning Engineer Vance Powell.

A Free Blood Water Mission T-Shirt* shipped directly to you or the recipient of your choosing. (Only 50 available)
AND a personalized Holiday Video Greeting from Jars of Clay to the recipient of your choice.

Every Livestream ticket purchase over $1000 will receive Holiday Cheer Jars of Clay Music Sampler

Featuring previously unreleased Christmas songs recorded during the the 2020 Family Christmas show, and mixed by Grammy Award Winning Engineer Vance Powell.

A Free Blood Water Mission T-Shirt* shipped directly to you or the recipient of your choosing. (Only 50 available)
And a personalized Holiday Video Greeting from Jars of Clay to the recipient of your choice.
AND one private virtual concert*** where Jars of Clay will play favorites from their extensive catalog and select special requests. (Only 5 available)

*t-shirts will only be shipped to the first 50 qualifying purchases, not All T-Shirt sizes are guaranteed available, shipping is limited to continental US only.
***Virtual concerts will only be awarded to the first 5 qualifying purchases.

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Jim Curry's A Rocky Mountain Christmas
2021-12-12 14:30 - 16:00 | Williamson County Performing Arts Center at Academy Park, 112 Everbright Ave, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Join acclaimed performer Jim Curry for his tribute to the music of one of the most beloved singer/songwriters ever to grace the stage. Jim will be performing at the Williamson County Performing Arts Center with a special holiday show! Jim’s uncanny ability to mirror John’s voice and clean-cut look takes you back to the time when “Rocky Mountain High” “Sunshine” “Calypso” and “Annie’s Song” topped the charts, and his popular music had the heartfelt message of caring for the earth and each other. We hope you will join us for this magical holiday treat!

About the Williamson County Performing Arts Center at Academy Park
Williamson County Performing Arts Center at Academy Park is located at 112 Everbright Avenue, nestled in the heart of Franklin, Tennessee. Academy Park is located on the old Battle Ground Academy (BGA) campus, a Franklin landmark institution founded in 1889. This landmark site is now a thriving campus consisting of Williamson County Public Library, Academy Park Gymnasium, Renaissance High School, Enrichment Center and Performing Arts Center. The old Coverdale Hall building, constructed in 1905, has now been renovated into the Performing Arts Center, a 265-seat state-of-the-art performance space for live theater productions, musical performances, speaking engagements, community events, camps and workshops. Commemorative bricks from the old Fleming Hall building have been installed as internal focal points, to honor the history of the site while embracing the future community space the Center will provide for years to come. Local citizens and their families can participate in the history of the Academy Park Campus with their purchase of a personalized, commemorative brick.
The theater is managed by the Williamson County Parks and Recreation Department and facility rentals are available to the public.
General Admission: $25 | Seniors (55+) $22.50
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Christmas with the King: A Holiday Tribute to Elvis
2021-12-13 19:00 | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
CHRISTMAS WITH THE KING: A HOLIDAY TRIBUTE TO ELVIS is a special 2-hour show starring world champion Elvis tribute artist COTE DEONATH (https://www.coteaselvis.com/) with the David Fontana Band (David is the son of Elvis’ drummer DJ Fontana!). The 3rd annual show features costume changes, a visit by Santa Claus and 25 of the King’s biggest hits plus Christmas classics synonymous with Elvis including “Here Comes Santa Claus,” “Winter Wonderland,” “I’ll Be Home for Christmas,” “Blue Christmas,” “Merry Christmas Baby” and so many more. CHRISTMAS WITH THE KING is a holiday concert event for the whole family.

FT Live: Feels Like Christmas Time with Steve Wariner
2021-12-14 19:00 | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
Steve Wariner has achieved 14 No. 1 songs and more than 30 Top Ten hits, including such classics as “Holes in the Floor of Heaven,” “Life’s Highway,” “The Weekend,” “I’m Already Taken,” “I Got Dreams,” “Small Town Girl,” “Two Teardrops,” “Some Fools Never Learn,” “Lynda,” and more.

“Guitar virtuoso Steve Wariner has established himself as one of the most lyrical and expressive storytellers to have ever picked up a six-string.” – Joe Bosso, Music Radar
Singer/songwriter/storyteller and multi-instrumentalist, Steve Wariner, is a troubadour in the music industry and continues to inspire artists today. More than 20 albums and five decades into his career, Wariner has become a modern-day multi-genre icon, earning 14 No. 1 hits, over 30 Top 10 singles, three RIAA-certified Gold albums, the Minnie Pearl Humanitarian Award, four GRAMMY Awards, four CMA Awards, three ACM Awards, two TNN/Music City News Awards, a Christian Country Music Association Award, a CMA Triple Play Award, 15 BMI Million-Air Awards, and most recently, Country Radio Broadcasters bestowed Wariner as the recipient of the 2018 CRB Artist Career Achievement Award. In October 2019, he’ll be inducted into the prestigious Musicians Hall of Fame, and throughout his illustrious career, has been inducted into the Kentucky Music Hall of Fame, the National Thumbpickers Hall of Fame, the Music City Walk of Fame, and is one of only five guitar players in the world to be given the “Certified Guitar Player” (CGP) award by Chet Atkins.
As an award-winning songwriter, he has composed songs for Clint Black (“Nothin’ But the Taillights”), Bryan White (“One Small Miracle”), Keith Urban (“Where the Blacktop Ends”), as well as the three week No. 1 smash, “Longneck Bottle,” by Country Music Hall of Fame member Garth Brooks. Wariner has also penned songs for Country Music Hall of Fame members Alabama, Kenny Rogers, The Statler Brothers, Conway Twitty, Bill Anderson and Don Williams; pop music icon Peter Tork (of The Monkees); R&B singer Ruben Studdard; Bluegrass music’s Del McCoury Band and Doyle Lawson & Quicksilver; Rockabilly/Country hitmaker Bob Luman and many more.
Today, he continues to captivate audiences with his sensational voice and guitar prowess and is recognized through his portfolio of work spanning Country, Bluegrass, Rock, Jazz and Pop.
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