September Events Supporting Great Causes in Middle Tennessee
September in Middle Tennessee is full of fun events and important philanthropic opportunities. There are a wide variety of charitable occasions, so keep reading to find out more about how you can get involved in supporting local nonprofit organizations and fundraising events this September in the Williamson County and Nashville area!
The following events are in chronological order.
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Little Sprouts Consignment Sale
The Little Sprouts Consignment Sale will take place from Aug. 30- Sept. 2 at Liberty Hall in The Factory at Franklin. This semi-annual specialty event offers brand-name kids’ apparel, toys, and more! Stop by to shop at affordable prices in support of local families and charities.
Franklin Classic
Mercy Community Healthcare’s Franklin Classic event will take place on downtown Franklin’s public square on September 4th from 7-11am. This event features a 5k, 10k, 15k, and a 1k kids run in support of their mission to provide affordable healthcare with an emphasis on the underserved.
Chip in for Lung Cancer
The Huff Project’s 4th Annual Chip in for Lung Cancer Golf Tournament will take place on September 8th at Franklin Bridge Golf Club with tee times at 8am and 1pm. The Huff Project is a local non-profit that aims to fund lung cancer research and spread awareness.
FrankTown Fundraising Dinner
FrankTown Open Hearts’ Annual Fundraising Dinner will be held at the Franklin Marriott Cool Springs on September 8th at 5:30pm. This event raises funds for FrankTown Open Hearts’ mission of supporting Franklin’s at-risk youth and includes dinner, an auction, live music by Rubiks Groove, and dancing.
Bark n’ Splash Bash
Williamson County Parks & Recreation is partnering with the Williamson County Animal Center for their 5th Annual Bark n’ Splash Bash at the Longview Recreation Center on September 9th from 9-11:30am. This event raises money for the Williamson County Animal Center and features a day of paddling and playing with dogs.
Chukkers for Charity
The 27th Annual Chukkers for Charity will take place in Franklin at Riverview Farm on September 9th. This charity polo match organized by dedicated volunteers benefits Rochelle Center and Saddle Up!’s missions of supporting those with disabilities.
Music in the Meadow
Owl’s Hill Nature Sanctuary’s Music in the Meadow takes place on September 9th from 5:30-8:30 pm. This evening of music in Brentwood will feature local singer/songwriter Bill Lloyd and other musical guests! You are invited to bring your own food and supplies for a picnic under the stars in support of Owl’s Hill’s mission to provide a safe space for over 2,000 local species.
American Heroes Concert 80’s Night
The American Heroes Concert 80’s Night will be held in The Factory at Franklin’s Liberty Hall on September 9th at 6pm. Benefiting We Are Building Lives and their mission to support Nashville veterans in need, this event includes dinner, drinks, auctions, an 80’s dance party, a costume contest, arcade games, and more!
Southeast Financial Golf Classic
The 21st Annual Southeast Financial Golf Classic will take place at Franklin Bridge Golf Course on September 11th at 11am. This event features golf matches, prizes, catered food, auctions, and more in support of Hope Clinic and UPC Middle TN.
Cycle for Life
The Tennessee Chapter of The Cystic Fibrosis Foundation will be hosting their annual Cycle for Life on September 16th at 7am. This cycling event will take participants through the beautiful terrain of Maury and Williamson County, with in-person and virtual options. Cycle for Life supports The Cystic Fibrosis Foundation and their mission of raising the funds and awareness necessary to fight Cystic Fibrosis and help those affected by it.
Fork & Vine Benefit Dinner
The Fork & Vine Benefit Dinner will be held at GratiDude Ranch in Franklin on September 16th at 5:30pm. This annual event features a 10-course dinner tasting with curated wines, live entertainment, an auction, a surprise celebrity guest appearance, and more in support of S.A.F.E.’s mission to serve foster youth and families.
Harpeth River Swing
The 20th Annual Harpeth River Swing will take place at River Circle Farm on September 16th at 6pm. This event has raised over $2,000,000 in funds throughout the years to protect local rivers and includes live music, dancing, and more.
Hog Ball
The 2nd Annual Hog Ball will be held at Eastern Flank Battlefield Park on September 16th from 6:30-10:30pm. This event organized by Franklin locals features dinner and drinks in support of Friends of Franklin Parks’ Ellie G’s Dreamworld campaign to create a new, inclusive playground.
Simmons Bank Open
The Simmons Bank Open in support of the Snedeker Foundation will be held from September 11-17th at The Grove in College Grove. Hosted by the Tennessee Golf Foundation, this event features four days of competition among the Korn Ferry Tour’s top 144 players.
A Night of Stories & Songs
A Night of Stories and Songs will take place in downtown Franklin at The Factory at Franklin’s Liberty Hall on September 19th from 6-10pm. This is an evening of music and stories in support of OneGenAway and their mission of fighting hunger in America.
Pooch Pool Party
Nashville Shores is partnering with New Leash on Life for their 6th Annual Pooch Pool Party on September 23rd from 11am-4pm. Benefiting New Leash on Life’s mission of improving the welfare of pets, this dog-friendly event invites guests to bring their dogs for a dog-only swim day.
Red Door Bash
The 25th Anniversary Red Door Bash will be held in Nashville at Music City Center on September 23rd at 6pm. This event benefits Gilda’s Club Middle Tennessee and celebrates 25 years of their free cancer support in the local community with a reception, a three-course dinner, live entertainment, a silent auction, and more.
The Pilgrimage Music & Cultural Festival
The Pilgrimage Music & Cultural Festival will take place in Franklin on September 23-24 at The Park at Harlinsdale Farm, featuring dozens of musical acts and activities! The Pilgrimage Foundation is this music festival’s non-profit entity that aims to raise funds through donors and ticket sales for local parks, education, musicians, artists, The Park at Harlinsdale Farm, and more in order to give back to the community. Their non-profit partners include Brightstone, Dark Horse Institute, Friends of Franklin Parks, GraceWorks, Heritage Foundation of Williamson County, High Hopes Development Center, I Am Second, J.W. Couch Foundation, Mercy Community Healthcare, and Recording Academy Musicares.
Beyond Bourbon
Beyond Bourbon will be held at OZ Arts Nashville on September 27th at 7pm. This event raises money for OZ Arts’ mission to create artistic opportunities for those in Middle Tennessee and features food, drinks, auctions, and more.
HBA Celebration Dinner
The 18th Annual Hard Bargain Association Celebration Dinner will be held at the Williamson County Ag Center on September 28th from 6-9pm. This event raises funds for Hard Bargain Association’s mission of local home ownership and the enhancement of Franklin’s historic community. Featuring dinner, drinks, a cigar lounge, a silent auction, live music, and more, this is HBA’s largest fundraiser of the year!
BBB’s Songwriter’s Night
BBB’s 5th Annual Songwriter’s Night will take place in The Factory at Franklin on September 29th. This event showcases some of Nashville’s talented songwriters and their award-winning songs in support of BBB’s Integrity Foundation and the Small Business Grants that benefit local businesses.
OctoBRAfest
The 3rd Annual OctoBRAfest will be held on September 30th from 6-8pm. This event features food, craft beer, a silent auction, and more in support of BRA (Breast cancer Recovery in Action) and their mission to support breast cancer survivors.
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