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1799 Bar Happy Hour
1799 Bar 130 2nd Ave. N., Franklin, TN, United StatesJoin us for the best Happy Hour in Franklin! Served every Sunday-Thursday from 3pm-5pm. DRAFT BEER|6 WINE BY THE GLASS|9 […]
Williamson County Performing Arts Center: Auditions for “One Hit Wonderful!”
WILLIAMSON COUNTY PERFORMING ARTS CENTER AT ACADEMY PARK 112 EVERBRIGHT AVENUE, Franklin, TN, United StatesThe Williamson County Performing Arts Center, in downtown Franklin, is casting for an original musical revue featuring one-hit wonders of […]
Oddity Improv
The Franklin Theatre 419 Main Street, Franklin, United StatesIf you love Whose Line Is It Anyway?, you’ll love the fast-paced, interactive energy of Oddity Improv at The Franklin […]
Trivia Night at McCreary’s Franklin!
McCreary’s Irish Pub and Eatery 414 Main Street, Franklin, TN, United StatesTrivia Night at McCreary's in downtown Franklin, on Main Street every Tuesday from 7 PM to 8 PM. McCreary's Gift […]
Whiskey Wednesdays at 1799 Kitchen & Bar Room
1799 Kitchen & Bar Room 130 2nd Ave N, Franklin, TN, United StatesJoin us every Wednesday from 6pm to close for a celebration of all things whiskey. Featuring live music (6-9pm) and […]
Gary Burr’s Laurel Canyon Band
The Franklin Theatre 419 Main Street, Franklin, United StatesLaurel Canyon is an acoustic trio of celebrated singers, songwriters and producers who expertly perform the definitive tribute to the […]
Songs for the Spectrum
The Franklin Theatre 419 Main Street, Franklin, United StatesA songwriters night benefitting Autism Career Training! What is ACT? Autism Career Training prepares young adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder […]
Irish Songs and Stories at Leiper’s Fork House of Spirits
Leiper’s Fork House of Spirits 334 Main Street #104, Franklin, TN, United StatesOne of London's most celebrated bartenders is jetting across the pond for a one-month residency at the Leiper's Fork House […]
15-Year Anniversary Celebration at Twine Graphics
Twine Graphics - Retail Store 304 Public Square, Franklin, TN, United StatesJoin Twine Graphics as we celebrate 15 years of printing, creativity, and community in downtown Franklin. May 15 | 2-6pm […]
No Sitter Necessary: The Family Dance Party – K Pop & More
Sick of missing Sunday Funday because you have kids? Miss dancing, sweating, and screaming your favorite songs in a packed […]
Hands on History Cellar Tour at Lotz House
Lotz House 1111 Columbia Avenue, Franklin, TN, United StatesLotz House | Hands on History Cellar Tour The Hands on History Cellar Tour takes place on Saturdays in May, […]
Gold Dust Woman Tribute – Ciera MacKenzie
The Franklin Theatre 419 Main Street, Franklin, United StatesGold Dust Woman Tribute - Ciera MacKenzie | The Franklin Theatre Share in an intimate storytelling experience featuring the music […]
Lotz House Ghost Tours
Lotz House 1111 Columbia Avenue, Franklin, TN, United States90-minute tour and exploration of unexplained phenomenon at the Lotz House in historic downtown Franklin, which is at ground zero […]
Sunday Jazz at The Harpeth Featuring Chris Mondak Band
The Harpeth Hotel, Franklin Downtown 130 2nd Ave N., Franklin, TN, United StatesEach Sunday beginning March 29 from 10 a.m. - 1 p.m., the Chris Mondak Band fills The Harpeth Hotel's lobby […]
Brunch at Grays on Main
Gray's on Main 332 Main St., Franklin, TN, United StatesBrunch is BACK at Gray's on Main in downtown Franklin! Starting Sunday, March 8th, join us every Sunday from 11 […]
1799 Bar Happy Hour
1799 Bar 130 2nd Ave. N., Franklin, TN, United StatesJoin us for the best Happy Hour in Franklin! Served every Sunday-Thursday from 3pm-5pm. DRAFT BEER|6 WINE BY THE GLASS|9 […]
Napa Valley Wine Dinner at The Harpeth
The Harpeth Hotel, Franklin Downtown 130 2nd Ave N., Franklin, TN, United StatesWine enthusiasts won’t want to miss this intimate Napa Valley wine dinner in downtown Franklin at The Harpeth, featuring expertly […]
Kelly Kautzman’s Women’s History Tours at Lotz House
Lotz House 1111 Columbia Avenue, Franklin, TN, United StatesLotz House staff member Kelly Kautzman will guide the one-hour tour which will explore what civilian life was like for […]
How to Build a Cocktail, An Evening with Thom Smyth at Leiper’s Fork House of Spirits
Leiper’s Fork House of Spirits 334 Main Street #104, Franklin, TN, United StatesMay 21 | How to Build a Cocktail, An Evening with Thom Smyth | Leiper's Fork House of Spirits, Downtown […]
Traditional Irish Music Session at Leiper’s Fork House of Spirits
Leiper’s Fork House of Spirits 334 Main Street #104, Franklin, TN, United StatesTraditional Irish Music Session, downstairs on May 21, 2026, from 7-9 p.m., at Leiper's Fork House of Spirits in downtown […]
The Franklin Theatre Songwriters Series: Rafe Van Hoy, Kent Blazy, and Victoria Shaw
The Franklin Theatre 419 Main Street, Franklin, United StatesThree Nashville songwriting legends take The Franklin Theatre stage for one intimate night. Rafe Van Hoy, Kent Blazy, and Victoria […]
Jon Walmsley (from ‘The Waltons’) in Concert
The Franklin Theatre 419 Main Street, Franklin, United StatesJon Walmsley (from 'The Waltons') in Concert | The Franklin Theatre He played Jason on The Waltons. He debuted at […]
1799 Bar Happy Hour
1799 Bar 130 2nd Ave. N., Franklin, TN, United StatesJoin us for the best Happy Hour in Franklin! Served every Sunday-Thursday from 3pm-5pm. DRAFT BEER|6 WINE BY THE GLASS|9 […]
An Evening with Marc Kudisch (Thoroughly Modern Millie, 9 to 5, Chitty Chitty Bang Bang)
The Franklin Theatre 419 Main Street, Franklin, United StatesExperience a world-class evening with three-time Tony nominee Marc Kudisch, a powerhouse of the American stage and screen. From his iconic […]
1799 Bar Happy Hour
1799 Bar 130 2nd Ave. N., Franklin, TN, United StatesJoin us for the best Happy Hour in Franklin! Served every Sunday-Thursday from 3pm-5pm. DRAFT BEER|6 WINE BY THE GLASS|9 […]
Kelly Kautzman’s Women’s History Tours At Lotz House
Lotz House 1111 Columbia Avenue, Franklin, TN, United StatesLotz House staff member Kelly Kautzman will guide the one-hour tour which will explore what civilian life was like for […]
Pink Houses: A John Mellencamp Tribute at The Franklin Theatre
The Franklin Theatre 419 Main Street, Franklin, United StatesExperience a heartfelt homage to Rock and Roll Hall of Famer John Mellencamp with Pink Houses. Led by producer and vocalist […]
Downtown Franklin Art Crawl
HISTORIC DOWNTOWN FRANKLIN Main Street, Franklin, TN, United StatesHistoric Downtown Franklin Art Crawl Features Local Artists, Live Music, Guided Art Tours, Complimentary Refreshments and More! The first Friday […]
Once Upon a Mattress
Pull-Tight Players Theatre 112 2nd Avenue South, Franklin, TN, United StatesThe musical that made Carol Burnett a household name! This retelling of The Princess and the Pea is filled with […]
1799 Bar Happy Hour
1799 Bar 130 2nd Ave. N., Franklin, TN, United StatesJoin us for the best Happy Hour in Franklin! Served every Sunday-Thursday from 3pm-5pm. DRAFT BEER|6 WINE BY THE GLASS|9 […]
Oddity Improv
The Franklin Theatre 419 Main Street, Franklin, United StatesIf you love Whose Line Is It Anyway?, you’ll love the fast-paced, interactive energy of Oddity Improv at The Franklin […]
Once Upon a Mattress
Pull-Tight Players Theatre 112 2nd Avenue South, Franklin, TN, United StatesThe musical that made Carol Burnett a household name! This retelling of The Princess and the Pea is filled with […]
John Berry
The Franklin Theatre 419 Main Street, Franklin, United StatesExperience an intimate evening with Grammy and Emmy Award-winner John Berry, a true legend of country music with a career spanning […]
1799 Bar Happy Hour
1799 Bar 130 2nd Ave. N., Franklin, TN, United StatesJoin us for the best Happy Hour in Franklin! Served every Sunday-Thursday from 3pm-5pm. DRAFT BEER|6 WINE BY THE GLASS|9 […]
Vincen García
The Franklin Theatre 419 Main Street, Franklin, United StatesExperience the electrifying energy of world-renowned bassist Vincen García as he brings his global tour to our historic stage. Fresh off […]
Once Upon a Mattress
Pull-Tight Players Theatre 112 2nd Avenue South, Franklin, TN, United StatesThe musical that made Carol Burnett a household name! This retelling of The Princess and the Pea is filled with […]
The Franklin Theatre Songwriters Series: Featuring: The Good Ole Gals: Mae Estes, Autumn Mc Entire, SJ Mc Donald, and Marti Dodson
The Franklin Theatre 419 Main Street, Franklin, United StatesThe songs behind some of country music's biggest names were written by women like these. The Franklin Theatre's Songwriter Series […]
1799 Bar Happy Hour
1799 Bar 130 2nd Ave. N., Franklin, TN, United StatesJoin us for the best Happy Hour in Franklin! Served every Sunday-Thursday from 3pm-5pm. DRAFT BEER|6 WINE BY THE GLASS|9 […]
1799 Bar Happy Hour
1799 Bar 130 2nd Ave. N., Franklin, TN, United StatesJoin us for the best Happy Hour in Franklin! Served every Sunday-Thursday from 3pm-5pm. DRAFT BEER|6 WINE BY THE GLASS|9 […]
Franklin on the Fourth 2026
HISTORIC DOWNTOWN FRANKLIN Main Street, Franklin, TN, United StatesFranklin on the Fourth 2026, 4th of July Celebration offers family fun, great music, free games, pet resting area, quality […]
1799 Bar Happy Hour
1799 Bar 130 2nd Ave. N., Franklin, TN, United StatesJoin us for the best Happy Hour in Franklin! Served every Sunday-Thursday from 3pm-5pm. DRAFT BEER|6 WINE BY THE GLASS|9 […]
James Hunter Six
The Franklin Theatre 419 Main Street, Franklin, United StatesExperience an evening of timeless rhythm and soul as The James Hunter Six brings their gritty, world-class sound to our intimate […]
1799 Bar Happy Hour
1799 Bar 130 2nd Ave. N., Franklin, TN, United StatesJoin us for the best Happy Hour in Franklin! Served every Sunday-Thursday from 3pm-5pm. DRAFT BEER|6 WINE BY THE GLASS|9 […]
Deborah Allen & Friends | Sunday Gospel Matinee Series
The Franklin Theatre 419 Main Street, Franklin, United StatesDeborah Allen & Friends | Sunday Gospel Matinee Series May 24 | June 21 | July 19 Experience the uplifting […]
Bluegrass Along the Harpeth 2026
HISTORIC DOWNTOWN FRANKLIN Main Street, Franklin, TN, United StatesAlways held the 4th weekend in July, Bluegrass Along the Harpeth was started in 1991 and has had several homes in […]
Forever Abbey Road
The Franklin Theatre 419 Main Street, Franklin, United StatesExperience the most unique and energetic Beatles experience around as Forever Abbey Road brings their modern rock energy back to […]
BoDeans 40 Years of Love & Hope & Sex & Dreams…and Good Things
The Franklin Theatre 419 Main Street, Franklin, United StatesCelebrate four decades of rock history as BoDeans bring their 40th Anniversary Tour to The Franklin Theatre for an expansive two-and-a-half-hour musical journey. […]
PumpkinFest 2026
41st Annual PumpkinFest 2026 | Middle Tennessee’s Largest Fall Festival in Downtown Franklin is Now 2 Days! The Heritage Foundation […]
Wine Down Main Street 2026
HISTORIC DOWNTOWN FRANKLIN Main Street, Franklin, TN, United StatesMark your calendars, call your friends and book the babysitter, the 25th Annual Wine Down Main Street in downtown Franklin […]
Christmas Tree Lighting on the Square 2026
Downtown Franklin Public Square Downtown Franklin Public Square, Franklin, TN, United StatesCity of Franklin 2026 Christmas Tree Lighting on the Square On Friday, December 4th, 2026, the City of Franklin will […]