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One Night Only 2025
Turner Theater 230 Franklin Road - Inside The Factory at Franklin, Franklin, TN, United StatesStudio Tenn's Annual Fundraising Gala - One Night Only Step into an evening of prestige, glamour, and show-stopping entertainment exclusively […]
Live Music at Stable Reserve – Taylor Davis
Stable Reserve 412 Main Street, Suite 100, Franklin, United StatesTaylor Davis is performing live at Stable Reserve! Enjoy an evening filled with live music, signature cocktails and lite bites in […]
New York’s Finest: A Tribute to the Music of Sting and The Police
The Franklin Theatre 419 Main Street, Franklin, United StatesNew York’s Finest Tribute to STING & The Police” is a live musical tribute to the hit songs of the […]
The Fabulous Thunderbirds
The Franklin Theatre 419 Main Street, Franklin, United StatesThe Fabulous Thunderbirds | The Franklin Theatre For over 30 years, The Fabulous Thunderbirds have been the quintessential American band. The group’s […]
Silent Sky
Pull-Tight Players Theatre 112 2nd Avenue South, Franklin, TN, United StatesSilent Sky – Pull-Tight Players Theatre Henrietta Leavitt works at the Harvard Observatory in the early 1900s, where she isn’t […]
The Hits of The Hollies Starring Terry Sylvester
The Franklin Theatre 419 Main Street, Franklin, United StatesHear the hits of 60's British rock band The Hollies, led by original member, Terry Sylvester at The Franklin Theatre!
Introduction to Ayurveda and the Prana Vayus
Ground Floor Yoga and Wellbeing 230 Franklin, Rd., Bldg 8, Franklin, United StatesNo experience needed! In Ayurveda there is a sheath or layer known as Pranamaya Kosha which is an energetic layer […]
Nashville Predators Watch Party
The Franklin Theatre 419 Main Street, Franklin, United StatesWatch the game on the big screen! Party with Wayne D, DJ Battle, Gnash, and Energy Team as the Preds […]
The Fixx
The Franklin Theatre 419 Main Street, Franklin, United StatesThe Fixx | The Franklin Theatre The Fixx has been often heralded as one of the most innovative bands to […]
Oddity Improv
The Franklin Theatre 419 Main Street, Franklin, United StatesIf you love Whose Line Is It Anyway?, you won’t want to miss Oddity Improv! The Franklin-based non-profit comedy troupe […]
Easter Dinner Wines Class at Saint Goose!
Saint Goose Wine and Spirits Shop 134 2nd Avenue North, Franklin, TN, United StatesCome and sip delicious wines Saint Goose has selected for Easter Dinner! Join us for a fun and educational evening […]
The Franklin Theatre Songwriters Series Presents: Lucas Hoge, Craig Cambell, Anthony Smith and Rebecca Lynn Howard
The Franklin Theatre 419 Main Street, Franklin, United StatesThe Franklin Theatre Songwriters Series returns on April 17, 2025, with Craig Campbell, Rebecca Lynn Howard, Lucas Hoge, and Anthony […]
Moody Molavi at The Mockingbird Theater
The Mockingbird Theater at The Factory at Franklin 230 Franklin Road, Bldg 6, Franklin, TN, United StatesAward winning comedian Moody Molavi is a tsunami on stage! His high-energy and animated story-telling mannerisms are unforgettable as he […]
The Harpeth – Easter Brunch
The Harpeth Hotel, Franklin Downtown 130 2nd Ave N., Franklin, TN, United StatesJoin us for Easter Brunch Sunday April 20th at either 9:30am or 12:30pm in the Riverside Ballroom. Reservations are required […]
etch Franklin Easter Brunch & Dinner
etch Franklin 230 Franklin Rd., Suite 1300, Franklin, TN, United StatesEnjoy Easter meals from 11 a.m. -8 p.m. at etch Franklin. The restaurant will feature one all-day menu along with several […]
Franklin’s Historic Masonic Hall: 200 Years of Legacy and Light
Historic Franklin Masonic Hall 115 2nd Ave. S, Franklin, TN, United StatesCelebrate 200 years of Franklin’s Historic Masonic Hall with engaging talks, guided tours, and exhibits. RSVP now—seating is limited! Experience […]
Franklin Funnies
The Mockingbird Theater at The Factory at Franklin 230 Franklin Road, Bldg 6, Franklin, TN, United StatesFranklin Funnies At The Mockingbird Theater, Franklin Franklin Funnies is a recurring comedy showcase featuring top stand-up comedians delivering sharp, […]
The Songs of ’74
The Franklin Theatre 419 Main Street, Franklin, United StatesBack by popular demand, "The Songs of '74" returns to the historic Franklin Theatre on April 25. This unforgettable show […]
41st Annual Main Street Festival 2025
HISTORIC DOWNTOWN FRANKLIN Main Street, Franklin, TN, United StatesThe Heritage Foundation of Williamson County presents the 41st Annual Main Street Festival, held in Historic Downtown Franklin, Tennessee on […]
Oddity Improv
The Franklin Theatre 419 Main Street, Franklin, United StatesIf you love Whose Line Is It Anyway?, you won’t want to miss Oddity Improv! The Franklin-based non-profit comedy troupe […]
Studio Tenn Presents: Jersey Boys
Turner Theater 230 Franklin Road - Inside The Factory at Franklin, Franklin, TN, United StatesStudio Tenn Presents: Jersey Boys - Turner Theater - May 1–18, 2025 Studio Tenn's 15th Season closes with Jersey Boys, […]
In Conversation with Chris Buck: Director of ‘Frozen’ and ‘Wish’
The Franklin Theatre 419 Main Street, Franklin, United StatesChris Buck is a legendary animation director and animator whose work has shaped the landscape of modern animation. With a […]
Ceviche & Margarita Making Class
1799 Kitchen & Bar Room 130 2nd Ave N, Franklin, TN, United StatesChef Led Hand- On Ceviche & Guacamole Making Experience + Hands on Margarita Demonstration with 1799 Mixologist + Tequila Tasting […]
Studio Tenn: Jersey Boys May Workshop
Battle Ground Academy Center for Arts and Entrepreneurship 336 Ernest Rice Lane, Franklin, TN, United StatesLearn to Dance Like a Jersey Boy! Join Studio Tenn for a fun, beginner-friendly dance workshop inspired by the hit […]
Studio Tenn Presents: Jersey Boys
Turner Theater 230 Franklin Road - Inside The Factory at Franklin, Franklin, TN, United StatesStudio Tenn Presents: Jersey Boys – Turner Theater – May 1–18, 2025 Studio Tenn’s 15th Season closes with Jersey Boys, […]
National Travel and Tourism Week Community Block Party
Franklin Visitor Center 400 Main Street, Suite 130, Franklin, TN, United StatesYou’re Invited to the Block Party of the Year! Join us as we kick off National Travel & Tourism Week […]
Bob Ravener Book Signing
Landmark Booksellers 114 E Main, Franklin, TN, United StatesJoin us at Landmark Booksellers in downtown Franklin, TN, on May 8, 2025, at 6 PM for an inspiring evening […]
Timeless Tales: Alexander and the Terrible, No Good, Very Bad Day
The Moore-Morris History & Culture Center of Williamson County, TN 108 Bridge St., Franklin, TN, United States“Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day” humorously follows a young boy’s series of misfortunes, reminding readers […]
M.C. Terriche Book Signing
Landmark Booksellers 114 E Main, Franklin, TN, United StatesJoin us at Landmark Booksellers in Franklin on Friday, May 9th at 6 pm for a delightful evening with author […]
2025 Hammers & High Heels
THE FACTORY AT FRANKLIN 230 Franklin Road, Franklin, TN, United StatesHabitat for Humanity Williamson-Maury's annual fundraising celebration, Hammers & High Heels, will return to The Factory at Franklin for an […]
Franklin Rodeo Parade 2025
HISTORIC DOWNTOWN FRANKLIN Main Street, Franklin, TN, United StatesFranklin Rodeo Parade in Downtown Franklin! Get ready for the Franklin Rodeo and Rodeo Parade, proudly presented by The Franklin […]
Book signing with author Leslie Liautaud
Landmark Booksellers 114 E Main, Franklin, TN, United StatesJoin us at Landmark Booksellers on Saturday, May 10th from 6-8 pm for an unforgettable evening with author Leslie Liautaud […]
Studio Tenn Presents: Jersey Boys
Turner Theater 230 Franklin Road - Inside The Factory at Franklin, Franklin, TN, United StatesStudio Tenn Presents: Jersey Boys – Turner Theater – May 1–18, 2025 Studio Tenn’s 15th Season closes with Jersey Boys, […]
Forever Abbey Road
The Franklin Theatre 419 Main Street, Franklin, United StatesForever Abbey Road is a collective of successful Nashville musicians who work hard at creating a unique show that demonstrates what […]
John C. Reilly is Mister Romantic
The Franklin Theatre 419 Main Street, Franklin, United StatesJohn C. Reilly’s most personal and highly anticipated project in 2025 will be Mister Romantic, a one-man vaudeville show that has […]
In Conversation with Screenwriter Randall Wallace for 30th Anniversary of Braveheart
The Franklin Theatre 419 Main Street, Franklin, United StatesRandall Wallace is the Oscar®-nominated creative force behind the epic storytelling of some of the greatest movies of all time […]
Trail Of Vengeance Movie Premiere
The Franklin Theatre 419 Main Street, Franklin, United StatesSet in 1875, a widow's life is upended by her husband's murder, orchestrated by a nefarious colonel. She unexpectedly crosses […]
The Movie Gang Presents: Indiana Jones And The Temple Of Doom! “Gross Out Adventure”
The Franklin Theatre 419 Main Street, Franklin, United StatesThe Movie Gang Presents: Indiana Jones And The Temple Of Doom! "Gross Out Adventure" | The Franklin Theatre The Movie […]
Family Movie Premiere -“The Wildman of Shaggy Creek”
The Franklin Theatre 419 Main Street, Franklin, United StatesJoin us in celebrating the Red Carpet Premiere of The Wildman of Shaggy Creek! This award-winning family film was shot […]
Clean Comedy Night with Marcus Saputo and Friends
The Franklin Theatre 419 Main Street, Franklin, United StatesMarcus Saputo born in Wyoming, raised on laughter and lasagna. This Italian stand up comedian shares his personal life experiences […]
The John Prine Band with special guest Steve Poltz
The Franklin Theatre 419 Main Street, Franklin, United StatesThe John Prine Band with special guest Steve Poltz | The Franklin Theatre A big old goofy evening with John […]
Michael Martin Murphey
The Franklin Theatre 419 Main Street, Franklin, United StatesJoin us for an unforgettable evening with legendary singer-songwriter Michael Martin Murphey, as we celebrate the rich legacy of one of […]
Jeannie Kestner Book Signing
Landmark Booksellers 114 E Main, Franklin, TN, United StatesJeannie Kestner Book Signing at Landmark Booksellers Join Landmark Booksellers in Franklin, TN on Thursday, June 5, 2025, at 6pm […]
Josh Radnor
The Franklin Theatre 419 Main Street, Franklin, United StatesWriter, director, songwriter, and actor, Josh Radnor (How I Met Your Mother), brings The Eulogy II Tour to The Franklin […]
The Spitfire Grill
Pull-Tight Players Theatre 112 2nd Avenue South, Franklin, TN, United StatesThe Spitfire Grill - Pull-Tight Players Theatre A troubled young parolee yearning for a fresh start follows her dreams to […]
Keith Anderson’s 20th Anniversary: Stories Behind the Songs
The Franklin Theatre 419 Main Street, Franklin, United StatesBefore signing a record deal, Keith Anderson co-wrote Grammy-nominated "Beer Run (B Double E Double R-U-N)" for Garth Brooks and […]
World Peace Music & Arts Festival 2025
The Mockingbird Theater at The Factory at Franklin 230 Franklin Road, Bldg 6, Franklin, TN, United StatesA full day of Music, Art, Food and Culture await you in Franklin! Outdoor Performances: Dj, Solo Artists, Poet, Drums […]
Charles Esten
The Franklin Theatre 419 Main Street, Franklin, United StatesCharles Esten (Nashville, Outer Banks) returns to The Franklin Theatre on June 7, 2025, performing songs from his most recent […]
Songwriter’s Series at Stable Reserve
Stable Reserve 412 Main Street, Suite 100, Franklin, United StatesHosted by singer/songwriter Bridgette Tatum, this series is the premier intimate hit writer round on Franklin, TN’s historic Main Street. […]
The Spitfire Grill
Pull-Tight Players Theatre 112 2nd Avenue South, Franklin, TN, United StatesThe Spitfire Grill – Pull-Tight Players Theatre A troubled young parolee yearning for a fresh start follows her dreams to […]