Annual Events

Free April celebration at Harvey Park where families plant a take-home plant and enjoy time outdoors.

A spring celebration of young artists at Bicentennial Park, with performances, a juried student art exhibit, and hands-on activities.

Stunt kite demonstrations, giant kites and a family flying zone at the Franklin Recreation Complex each March.

Santa's special mailbox arrives at the Spring Hill Public Library each December for children's letters.

Kids decorate treat bags then hunt candy canes by flashlight in the barn at Harlinsdale Farm. Registration required.

Historic downtown Franklin becomes a Victorian village of costumed characters, carolers and an artisan marketplace.

Free early-December celebration with Santa storytime, a tree lighting, choir performances and the holiday parade.

Floats, marching bands and Santa make their way down Main Street in a downtown tradition more than 30 years old.

Choirs, Santa visits and a community countdown on the Public Square as Franklin lights its Christmas tree.

A mile-and-a-half drive-through route of synchronized Christmas lights at the Ag EXPO Park, with s'mores and food trucks.