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A Movie Gang Christmas Party! The Nightmare Before Christmas
2023-12-21 17:30 - 20:30 (America/Chicago) | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
The Movie Gang Presents: The Nightmare Before Christmas
Thursday, December 21st, 2023, at 5:30 pm and 8:30 pm.
What’s this, what’s this?
I can’t believe my eyes, I must be dreaming! Wake up, Jack, this isn’t fair! The Movie Gang is throwing their biggest party of the year! For this year’s Christmas party, we are showing “The Nightmare Before Christmas”!
We are so happy to be back at our Franklin Theatre home and thankful to all of you loyal followers who come out and make these nights so fun!
For The Nightmare Before Christmas, we are going all out! Come see the most movie decorations we’ve ever had! We are giving out free candy canes, free stickers for you super movie fans, plus we are having live Christmas caroling on stage before the film!
And you never know what surprises might happen after the movie starts!
We encourage you to quote it loud and sing all the songs! More surprises to come!! Making Christmas! Making Christmas! La la la! It’s ours this time!
Make sure you arrive at doors to experience all the fun! Doors always open an hour before the movie starts!

Studio Tenn's 'It's A Wonderful Life', A Live Radio Play
2023-12-21 19:00 - 2023-12-24 19:00 | Turner Theater, 230 Franklin Road - Inside The Factory at Franklin, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Middle Tennessee’s newest holiday tradition is back – Studio Tenn’s ‘It’s A Wonderful Life’, A Live Radio Play
It’s A Wonderful Life, A Live Radio Play is set on a snowy Christmas Eve inside a local radio station which features a multi-talented ensemble of five actors who bring to life every heartwarming character, the iconic town of Bedford Falls, and the story of an idealistic George Bailey as he considers the course his life has taken up to this one fateful night. A Heaven-sent gift for the entire family.
Dec. 7-24
Thurs – Sun at 7:00 p.m.
Sat – Sun matinees at 2:00 p.m.

The Santa Clause
2023-12-22 13:30 | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
The Santa Clause – The Franklin Theatre
When a man inadvertently makes Santa fall off his roof on Christmas Eve, he finds himself magically recruited to take his place.

Christmas Ball at Liberty Hall
2023-12-22 19:00 - 22:00 | Liberty Hall in The Factory at Franklin, 230 Franklin Rd., Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
You’re in for a magical evening to commemorate the holiday season at the Christmas Ball! Get ready for a festive night to celebrate in style and come together to eat, drink, and be merry! This unforgettable night comes but once a year ahead of Santa’s sleigh – usher in the magic of Christmas with your friends and family in the true Williamson County way at The Factory in Franklin, located on Franklin Road in beautiful downtown Franklin, Tennessee, USA.
For merriment and a truly joy-filled celebration – Apex Creative will be offering open seating, tables, and VIP tables for all to join in a night with a bar, an array of Christmas delights to enjoy, Live Music, Dancing, and More!
Attire:
Formal – and in Holiday Fashion!
Tickets:
Our VIP tables & sponsors will see the one and only Santa – to pop Champagne with and get a fast pass to the Nice List.
Entertainment:
Enjoy a Big Band performance by some of the top Nashville studio musicians – including 2 trumpets, 2 saxophones, 2 trombones, piano, upright bass, electric guitar, drums, and leading Female and Male vocalists!
There will also be photo opportunities, and a silent donation hour benefiting Angel Heart Farms to help children facing life-threatening and chronic illnesses.
So, whether you’ve been naughty or nice this year you’ve made the Apex wish list and we hope to see you there!

The Gatlins: Country and Christmas
2023-12-22 20:00 - 2023-12-23 20:00 | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
The Gatlins: Country and Christmas – The Franklin Theatre
Larry, Steve & Rudy, the Gatlin Brothers are Grammy award-winners who have dazzled audiences for more than sixty-seven years. They have accrued a lifetime of noteworthy achievements in their storybook career, including a Grammy for Best Country Song (“Broken Lady”), three ACM awards for Single of the Year (“All The Gold In California”), Album of the Year (Straight Ahead) and Male Vocalist of the Year, along with five nominations for CMA Vocal Group of the Year, Single, Album. The Brothers have accumulated 7 # 1 Singles, 32 Top 40 Records, 24 Studio Albums and 5 BMI “Million-Air” Awards. As a solo writer, Larry ranks 4th on Billboards top 40 self-penned hits. His impressive song catalog has been recorded by the “Who’s Who” of entertainers, including Elvis Presley, Barbra Streisand, Johnny Cash, Roy Orbison, Glen Campbell, Kris Kristofferson, Sir Tom Jones, Dottie West, Charlie Rich, Johnny Mathis, and many others, securing his legacy as one of BMI’s top solo songwriters. He was also most recently inducted to the Nashville Songwriter Hall of Fame.
December 22 – 8 PM
December 23 – 8 PM

The Franklin Farmers Market
2023-12-23 09:00 - 12:00, 2023-12-30 09:00 - 12:00, 2024-01-06 09:00 - 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.
Artisans
While the Franklin Farmers Market is the home of real farmers, it is also the place for eclectic offerings from local artists and craftsmen. Come out to the market and meet Middle Tennessee’s best artisans who specialize in such crafts as original photography and paintings, hand turned woodwork, one of a kind pottery and handcrafted jewelry. It’s a diverse mix of local artisans, making the Franklin Farmers Market the spot for unique artworks, crafts and gifts.
Events and Festivals
The Franklin Farmers Market holds many events and festivals throughout the year, too! Their Pardoning of the Turkey event is a family favorite event! Another family favorite event is when Santa visits the market each December! The Franklin Strawberry Festival offers a lot of strawberries, of course! You will also find fun activities and games for kids and the best homemade strawberry shortcakes you’ll ever eat! The festival is great fun for all ages! The Tomato Festival celebrates summer’s favorite veggie with heirloom tomato tastings, plus a lot of fun games for the kids! The Franklin Watermelon Festival is a fun day for the whole family, too! Enjoy games for kids and adults, including the popular watermelon seed-spitting contest and the popular fastest watermelon eating contest. There will also be wild watermelon carvings and slices of ice cold watermelon to enjoy!

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 – 1pm. The winter season of the market is November through April with hours of 9am – 12noon.

Nolensville Winter Farmers Market
2023-12-23 10:00 - 13:00, 2023-12-30 10:00 - 13:00 | Mill Creek Church of Christ at Nolensville, 7260 Nolensville Rd., Nolensville, TN, 37135, United States
The Nolensville Winter Farmers Market features local produce, meat, eggs, baked goods, hot food, crafts and more!

The Nolensville Winter Farmer’s Market is open on Saturdays, December through April from 10 AM to 1 PM at Mill Creek Church of Christ, 7260 Nolensville Rd. The Nolensville Farmers Market Board takes pride in bringing fresh, local food to Nolensville while supporting local farmers and artisans. You will find all kinds of organic or naturally grown produce, several varieties of meat, baked goods, farm fresh eggs, crafts and more! The Nolensville Farmer’s Market is a great place to stop and pick up your groceries, grab a bite to eat and meet your neighbors. You’re sure to see a friendly face or two.

Santa Brunch
2023-12-23 10:30 - 14:00, 2023-12-24 10:30 - 14:00 | 1799 Kitchen & Cocktails, 130 2nd Ave N, Harpeth Hotel, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Santa Brunch in Downtown Franklin at 1799 Kitchen & Cocktails
Enjoy an exclusive North Pole inspired brunch menu while Santa makes his way around the restaurant and making sure he has all of the last-minute requests for those on the nice list.
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!
Brunch opens at 10:30 a.m., and Santa arrives at 11:00 a.m.

Jingle All the Way
2023-12-23 13:30 | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
Jingle All the Way – The Franklin Theatre
A father vows to get his son a Turbo Man action figure for Christmas. However, every store is sold out, and he must travel all over town and compete with everybody else in order to find one.

It's a Wonderful Life
2023-12-24 17:00 - 20:30 | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
It’s a Wonderful Life – The Franklin Theatre
An angel is sent from Heaven to help a desperately frustrated businessman by showing him what life would have been like if he had never existed.
December 24th at 5 PM and 8:30 PM.

Trivia Tuesday at The Skylight Bar
2023-12-26 19:00 - 22:00 | The Skylight Bar, 230 Franklin Rd., Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Join us every Tuesday for trivia at The Skylight Bar hosted by Nerdy Talk Trivia! Located inside The Factory at Franklin in historic downtown Franklin, grab a delicious drink or two while playing trivia with your friends or family!
About The Factory at Franklin
The Factory at Franklin is a unique, historic retail and entertainment complex that houses a variety of restaurants, storefronts, and event spaces.

Marshmallow Hikes
2023-12-27 09:30 - 2023-12-30 13:00, 2024-01-06 09:30 - 13:00 | Owl’s Hill Nature Sanctuary, 545 Beech Creek Rd S, Brentwood, TN, 37027, United States
Join us for a Marshmallow Hike this winter! November 25, December 21, 22, 23 and 27, 28, 29, 30 and January 6, 13 & 20. Hikes begin PROMPTLY at 9:30 am, 11 am & 1 pm. Please arrive at least 10 minutes prior to your departure time. Cost: $11/person Ages 2 and under FREE Are you looking for something to do with the family during the holidays or an excuse to get out of the house by yourself? How does a nice hike in the winter woods followed by hot chocolate and roasted marshmallows sound? Come by Owl’s Hill for our annual Marshmallow and Hot Chocolate Hikes. Hikes last approximately 30-60 minutes, with two difficulty levels to choose from.

Tiki Night Happy Hour
2023-12-27 12:00 - 22:00 | The Skylight Bar, 230 Franklin Rd., Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Tiki Night Happy Hour at The Skylight Bar (weekly on Wednesdays)
Wear a Hawaiian shirt and enjoy happy hour pricing every Wednesday at The Skylight Bar, located in downtown Franklin, inside The Factory at Franklin!

Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams Factory at Franklin Grand Opening Party
2023-12-28 18:00 - 22:00 | Jeni’s Splendid Ice Creams – Factory at Franklin, 230 Franklin Rd., Suite 11-L, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
THE WAIT IS OVER! We’re swinging open the doors to our scoop shop in the Factory at Franklin (230 Franklin Rd.)—and we’re throwing a grand opening party to celebrate!
Join us on December 28 from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. for free scoops for all and swag bags for the first 50 people in line.
Extra sweet incentive! We’re giving away free ice cream for a year to the first five folks in line*. These lucky few will get 52 free scoop cards so your weekly Jeni’s visit will be on us.

Preds Watch Party at The Franklin Theatre!
2023-12-29 17:30 | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
Join us on December 29 at 5:30 p.m. at The Franklin Theatre as the Preds take on the Detroit Red Wings! Host Wayne D will be there with Preds Prize Packs, and autographed items to give away, so be sure to stop by!
No need to RSVP – seating is first come, first served.

New Year's Eve 2024 - Studio 24 at Kings
2023-12-31 11:00 | KINGS DINING & ENTERTAINMENT – FRANKLIN, 1910 Galleria Blvd, Franklin, TN, 37067, United States
RING IN 2024 AT KINGS FRANKLIN
With the calendar spinning to ’24, we’re inspired to party like it’s the 70’s with a disco-themed NYE bash! Kings “Studio 24” is a nod to the legendary nightclub with retro music and new and existing cocktails made with a disco flair. Families with kids are welcome for bowling and a kid’s “ball drop” between 11-6. After 6 PM it’s 21+ with a DJ from 9 pm to close. So prepare to shake shake shake your booty and get ready for some timeless fun!

New Year's Eve Bollywood Party 2024
2023-12-31 20:00 - 2024-01-01 01:00 | Champion Ballroom Center, 206 B Coolsprings Blvd., Franklin, TN, 37067, United States
New Year’s Eve Party 2024 (The Best Party in Town)

THE Most entertaining Bollywood New Year Party organized by Shuddh Desi Radio!
-Non stop DJ Music
-Midnight Champagne toast
-Cash Bar
-Hookah Bar
-Free giveaways
-Photo Booth
-Mouthwatering food (Available to purchase)
-Free ample parking
FAMILY/Kid Friendly Party (You can bring your kids)
Venue (Note change in Location):- Champion Ballroom Center, 206 B Cool Springs Blvd, Franklin, TN 37067
Time:- Dec 31, 2023, 8:00 PM CST to Jan 01, 2024, 1:30 AM CST
BUY your Tickets early .Click this link to buy your tickets-
https://www.shuddhdesiradio.com/event-details/new-year-party-2024
. Only Limited Tickets available. And the ticket price is very affordable, it’s only $30 for a limited time. Entry ticket price at the door, could be revised upwards.
See you and your friends at the Best NYE Party!

Bollywood New Year's Eve Gala 2024
2023-12-31 20:00 - 2024-01-01 01:00 | Liberty Hall in The Factory at Franklin, 230 Franklin Rd., Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Urban Sadhoos Bollywood New Year’s Eve Gala 2024, Liberty Hall, Factory at Franklin
Get Ready for a monumental celebration this New Year’s Eve at Bollywood NYE Gala 2024. Ring in the New Year in Desi Style with a good cheer, a great toast, rhythmic music, delicious buffet and lots of fun with your friends and family! Live music, DJ, Indian buffet, drinks, and free parking!

Tony's New Year's Eve 2024
2023-12-31 20:00 - 2024-01-01 02:00 | Tony’s Eat & Drink, 1000 Meridian Blvd, Suite 100, Franklin, TN, 37067, United States
Tony’s Eat & Drink presents the very best NYE party in Franklin, Tennessee! Beat the line and get your tickets for Tony’s NYE 2024 Party! We will have Sounds by DJ Foxxy Fox and a Champagne Toast at midnight. Beat the line and get your tickets today! Guaranteed entry before 10 pm. Doors open at 8 PM. 21+ event. Dress to impress!

Live in The Lounge feat. Issac Ferguson Dillard
2023-12-31 21:30 - 2024-01-01 00:30 | 1799 Kitchen & Cocktail Lounge, 130 2nd Ave N., Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Live Music in 1799 Lounge in downtown Franklin, featuring Issac Ferguson Dillard- Piano & Vocals on December 31 at 9:30 pm to January 1, 2024 at 12:30 am.

New Year’s Eve with Puckett’s Franklin
2023-12-31 22:00 | Puckett’s Restaurant Franklin, 120 4th Ave. S., Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Kicking off at 10pm, Brother Maven will take the Puckett’s stage to perform some of their favorite hits to ring in the New Year! A $30 cover charge will be charged at time of booking. Cover charge includes live music, champagne toast, and NYE party favors! The full Puckett’s food and bar menu will be available for purchase.

19 Miles to Music Row
2024-01-02 18:30 | 19 Miles Stage at Franklin First UMC, 120 ALDERSGATE WAY, Franklin, TN, 37069, United States
It’s the first 19 Miles of 2024!
Join us as we round the corner into a new year with Franklin native The Castle Family.
The Franklin native Castle family helps bring in the new year with music and songs that feature a unique touch of sibling harmony. Join award-winning musician Zac Castle, Angel Saint Queen frontwoman Becca Castle, former Vinyl Relay frontman and award-winning songwriter Josh Castle for a special night not to be missed.
Don’t Miss 19 Miles to Music Row on January 2 right here at the corner of Franklin Road and Mack Hatcher.

Trivia Tuesday at The Skylight Bar
2024-01-02 19:00 | The Skylight Bar, 230 Franklin Rd., Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Join us every Tuesday for trivia at The Skylight Bar hosted by Nerdy Talk Trivia! Located inside The Factory at Franklin in historic downtown Franklin, grab a delicious drink or two while playing trivia with your friends or family!
About The Skylight Bar
The Skylight Bar, an innovative bar and event space, located in the Grand Hall of The Factory at Franklin. Conveniently situated at 230 Franklin Road in the heart of downtown Franklin, Tennessee, The Skylight Bar continues to be the perfect locale for creating lasting memories with the community, hosting events and more.

Downtown Franklin Art Crawl
2024-01-05 18:00 - 21:00 | HISTORIC DOWNTOWN FRANKLIN, Main Street, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Historic Downtown Franklin Art Crawl Features Local Artists, Live Music, Guided Art Tours, Complimentary Refreshments and More!
The first Friday of each month, the Franklin Art Crawl includes dozens of sites dispersed through an area thriving with spots listed on the National Register of Historic Places in downtown Franklin, Tennessee, and at The Factory at Franklin!
The free monthly event celebrates Williamson County, Tennessee’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 and mixed media to turned wood, paintings, and more!
Many of the galleries, working studios and stores serve complimentary refreshments during the evening, and some offer live music.
Hop aboard the complimentary trolley for a seamless journey to all the featured artists on the Franklin Art Crawl route. All art featured is available for purchase!
Visit Franklin Art Scene Facebook page and Instagram to learn more about the artists that will be featured at each participating site!
By scanning the QR code on the event sign, visitors can easily navigate the Art Crawl area and find the businesses hosting artists each month. Art crawl guests may begin at any participating location on the map!
For more information, please visit Arts Council of Williamson County TN.
More event details are below!

Beginning Watercolor
2024-01-06 10:00 - 11:30 | Longview Recreation Center at Spring Hill, 2909 Commonwealth Drive, Spring HIll, TN, 37174, United States
Beginning Watercolor – WCPR Longview Recreation Center, Spring Hill
Join us for an introductory watercolor class! In this class, students will start by learning basic watercolor techniques that they will then apply to a nature themed painting that changes each month. At the end of class, students will go home with their painting and an additional watercolor challenge.
Beginning Watercolor is offered once a month. Take just one or take them all! Registration is required for each class you plan to attend.
