Downtown Franklin

Dawn Barton | Author Meet & Greet
2023-05-11 18:00 - 20:00 UTC | Landmark Booksellers, 114 E. Main Street, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
A meet & greet with author Dawn Barton. Come and meet the author of Midlife Battle Cry: Redefining the Mighty Second Half. She will be signing her books, giving a brief talk, reading from her book, and answering your questions.

Patti Callahan Henry | Author Meet & Greet
2023-05-17 13:00 - 15:00 | Landmark Booksellers, 114 E. Main Street, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Come meet author Patti Callahan Henry, author of the upcoming book The Secret Book of Flora Lea at Landmark Booksellers on Wednesday, May 17 at 1pm. Patti Callahan Henry is a New York Times and USA Today best-selling author of sixteen novels, including the beloved Becoming Mrs. Lewis. She will be signing her new book. Pre-order it today from Landmark Booksellers.

Studio Tenn Presents "Here You Come Again"
2023-05-17 19:00 - 2023-05-28 14:00 | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
The music of Tennessee icon Dolly Parton will fill The Franklin Theatre as Studio Tenn’s production of “Here You Come Again” hits the stage May 17-28, 2023.

“Here You Come Again” is a rollicking and touching new musical that tells the story of Kevin – a struggling comedian and diehard Parton fan – who is forced to move in with his parents after a breakup during the pandemic. Parton appears to Kevin and uses her trademark charm to guide him as he rediscovers hope in a trying time.

“Here You Come Again” features beloved songs written or performed by Parton, including “Jolene,” “9 to 5,” and “Islands in the Stream.” It’s a can’t-miss for Dolly fans and theatergoers alike!
Tickets are on sale now and start as low as $55. Visit studiotenn.org or call (615) 541-8200 for more details.

Dorena Williamson | Author Meet & Greet
2023-05-20 11:00 - 13:00 | Landmark Booksellers, 114 E. Main Street, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Come meet Dorena Williamson and listen as she is interviewed about her new book “I Know Who I Am.” She’ll be signing her book, reading from it, and answering questions. This is one you will not want to miss!

Summer Reading Kick Off Event - Franklin Library
2023-06-03 10:00 - 13:30 | Williams County Library Franklin, 1314 Columbia Avenue, Franklin, 37064, United States
Williamson County Library System is excited to announce its summer reading program and events, with the theme “All Together Now.” This program is perfect for all ages and encourages the community to come together to celebrate reading and learning. The Country Music Hall of Fame will be presenting an “Instrument Petting Zoo”, games, crafts food trucks and more.

Downtown Franklin "First Friday" ART CRAWL
2023-07-07 18:00 - 21:00 | Downtown Franklin, TN
Join us on Main Street and beyond every month for the Downtown Franklin “First Friday” ART CRAWL! Always FREE, Always FUN! www.artscouncilwc

Live In Concert - The Jolly String Quartet
2023-07-23 18:00 - 19:30 | Puckett’s Restaurant, 120 4th Ave. South, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Enjoy fantastic food and live music at Puckett’s Gro. & Restaurant in Historic Downtown Franklin, TN, on Sunday, July 23rd! Up-and-coming local artists, The Jolly String Quartet, will be playing originals as well as unique covers ranging from Vivaldi to Frank Sinatra to Johnny Cash and everything in between!
Seating is limited so make your free reservations now to skip the wait!
https://www.opentable.com/pucketts-historic-downtown-franklin

Downtown Franklin "First Friday" ART CRAWL
2023-08-04 18:00 - 21:00 | Franklin Main Street, 106 3rd Ave N, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Join Main Street merchants and the Arts Council every First Friday of the month, 6-9 pm for the Downtown Franklin ART CRAWL! Dozens of artists and venues participate in this celebration of the Arts in our community. Always FREE, Always FUN! www.artscouncilwc.org

A Night of Stories and Song for OneGenAway
2023-08-23 19:30 - 21:30 | The Factory at Franklin, 230 Franklin Road, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Come join us for an intimate evening of storytelling and music as we bring awareness of the work of OneGenAway, a local 501c3 nonprofit dedicated to fighting hunger in our community.
We’ll be treated to performances from some of the best musicians in the area. You’ll leave feeling inspired and uplifted, knowing that you’ve contributed to a great cause.
Don’t miss out on this incredible event! Be sure to arrive early to grab a good seat. We can’t wait to see you there!
Event is OPEN SEATING.
VIP Experience: $100 – Doors open at 6:00p for VIP ticket holders. Artist meet-and-greet at 6:30p.
General Admission: $50 – Doors open at 7:00p for GA ticket holders.
Shows Starts at 7:30p

Brenda Harrington | Book Signing & Art Display
2023-09-07 18:00 - 20:00 | Landmark Booksellers, 114 E. Main Street, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Book Signing with Brenda Harrington
Join us for a special evening with Brenda Harrington, author of the book The Art of the Spirit. Brenda will be signing copies of her book and discussing her work, which explores the intersection of art and spirituality. She will also be showing her art at the event.
The event will take place on September 7, 2023 from 6-8pm at Landmark Booksellers. There is no cost to attend, but RSVPs are appreciated.
About Brenda Harrington
Brenda Harrington is a painter and author. Her work explores the intersection of art and spirituality. She is the author of the book The Art of the Spirit, which was released in 2022.
About The Art of the Spirit
The Art of the Spirit is a book about using art as a way to connect with your own spiritual path. Brenda Harrington shares her own experiences with art and spirituality, and she offers practical exercises to help you get started on your own journey. The book is full of beautiful illustrations, and it is a inspiring guide for anyone who wants to use art to connect with their inner spirit.
We hope to see you at the event!

Barbara Jenkins | Book Signing for So Long As It's Wild
2023-09-09 16:00 - 18:00 | Landmark Booksellers, 114 E. Main Street, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Join us on Saturday, September 9th from 4pm to 6pm for a special event with author Brenda Jenkins. Brenda will discuss her new book, “So Long as It’s Wild: Standing Strong After My Famous Walk Across America.”
From the New York Times bestselling co-author of The Walk West comes Barbara Jenkins’ untold and long-awaited story, revealing how she experienced the famous walk across America, a journey that captured the national media spotlight. From her impoverished Ozarks hillbilly upbringing to her high adventures followed by the crushing aftermath of the walk and her struggle toward newfound courage and strength, So Long As It’s Wild is her story.
As a child growing up in the wild beauty of the Ozarks, Barbara often spent her days exploring outside and daydreaming of faraway places in order to escape a life of poverty. She longed to trade her homemade clothes and outdoor toilet for spectacular adventures around the world. That chance came in the form of a wild-eyed, long-haired “viking” young man named Peter.
After an exciting courtship and a wedding on a dime, the young couple departed on foot from New Orleans on July 5, 1976, heading toward the Pacific Coast. News of the couple’s expedition spread like wildfire, landing them on the cover of National Geographic Magazine and in countless other publications. Soon after beginning their nearly three-year journey, Barbara realized the funny, adventure-seeking, charismatic man she married was not the loving partner she thought, but she was well down the rocky path to the Oregon coast by his side. Whether facing aggressive renegades, a life-threatening fall from Engineer Pass, or a devastating heartbreak that caused her to feel lost and alone, she did it all with grit and determination.
Despite the newfound fame and the bestsellers she coauthored, The Walk West and The Road Unseen, Barbara’s side of the story of that infamous walk was left in the shadows. In her own words, she said of that time, “We appeared on magazine covers, were guests on radio and television programs and appeared in newspapers everywhere. International fame and good fortune followed until it evaporated into a trail of heartbreak, a thousand deaths, and my disappearance.” Now Jenkins is telling the rest of the story, sharing her perspective on what took place from the bayous of Louisiana to the Pacific Ocean, and beyond.
With lyrical, transportive prose, So Long as It’s Wild: Standing Strong After My Famous Walk Across America is one woman’s tale, stepping out from the mountain of the man she had followed, to find her voice and claim her story.

Steve McClain Book Signing | The Music of My Life
2023-09-16 18:00 - 20:00 | Landmark Booksellers, 114 E. Main Street, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Come meet Steve McClain for a special book signing event at Landmark Booksellers. Steve will be signing his new book The Music of My Life.
The Music of My Life: Finding My Way After My Mother’s MS Diagnosis follows the life of Steve McClain after his mother is diag- nosed with multiple sclerosis early in his childhood. He recounts the story of his mother’s life growing up in Northeast Ohio and her struggles with single parenthood and a devastating, chronic ill- ness, at a time when there was very little to no treatment. This work began as a way to tell the story of Steve’s mother, but it is as much her story as it is his own journey as caregiver, son, musician, and MS patient.

19 Miles to Music Row with Scot Sax
2023-10-03 18:30 - 20:30 | Franklin First UMC Main Campus, 120 ALDERSGATE WAY, FRANKLIN, TN, 37069-1430, United States
Get ready to be blown away by the soulful melodies and lyrics of the talented Scot Sax at our October 3rd 19 Miles! Join us for an unforgettable night filled with music, good vibes, and great company.
Don’t forget the incredible singers in our Writers Round at 6:30 p.m. See you there!
Follow us on Facebook or Instagram for all the latest updates! @19milestomusicrow
Live from the stage at Franklin First UMC at 120 Aldersgate Way in Franklin, Tennessee
Free Community-Wide Events. Open Seating & Free Parking

Art Crawl - First Friday
2023-10-06 18:00 - 21:00, 2023-11-03 18:00 - 21:00, 2023-12-01 18:00 - 21:00 | Downtown Franklin, TN

Jessica Hooten Wilson | Book Signing & Author Event
2023-10-07 12:00 - 14:00 | Landmark Booksellers, 114 E. Main Street, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Join us on Saturday, October 7th from 12pm to 2pm for a special event with author Jessica Hooten Wilson. Jessica will sign and talk about her book, “Reading for the Love of God: How to Read as a Spiritual Practice.”
In “Reading for the Love of God,” award-winning author Jessica Hooten Wilson does just that—and then shows readers how to reap the spiritual benefits of reading. She argues that the simple act of reading can help us learn to pray well, love our neighbor, be contemplative, practice humility, and disentangle ourselves from contemporary idols.
Come and hear this gifted writer and thinker. Don’t miss it!

Friends of the Library in Franklin Boo Books
2023-10-28 13:00 - 16:00 | Williams County Library Franklin, 1314 Columbia Avenue, Franklin, 37064, United States
Families are invited to attend in costume to receive a free book and treat. While attending they can vote on our Pumpkin contest and Halloween Door contest.

Williamson County Public Library celebrates Diwali
2023-11-04 14:00 - 16:00 | Main Library, 1314 Columbia Ave, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Williamson County Public Library System, the Main Library in Franklin will celebrate Diwali, the festival of lights. This all-ages event will include crafts, music, henna art, and performances. Seating is limited and to register, visit wcpltn.org

National Pickle-back Shot Day
2023-11-08 12:00 - 22:00 | The Skylight Bar, 230 Franklin Road, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Celebrate National Pickle-back Day with us at The Skylight Bar! Discounted pickle-back shots available all day long.

Tiki Night Happy Hour
2023-11-08 12:00 - 22:00, 2023-11-29 12:00 - 22:00 | The Skylight Bar, 230 Franklin Road, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Wear a Hawaiian shirt and enjoy happy hour pricing every Wednesday at The Skylight Bar!

Down A Country Road V Art Show
2023-11-11 10:00 - 2023-12-10 17:00 | Theta General Store, 2278 Les Robinson Rd, Columbia, TN, 38401, United States
Open weekends 10 AM to 500 PM.
FEATURING: BUDDY JACKSON, JOHN MCEUEN, VAL ADAMS, KISA KAVASS, KAREN BROOKS, STACY ALGER, KIMIKO, JOHN FISHER, NATHAN COLLIE, ANNE GOETZE AND JOHN PARTIPILO
MUSICIANS EVENTS
Book signing storytelling Nov. 11th with John McEuen from 10 AM on.
Sunday, Nov. 19th – Pat Alger & Suzi Ragsdale at 200pm
Sunday Nov. 26th Karen Brooks, Bill Schleicher and Jamie Kindleyside at 200 pm.
Sunday Dec. 10th-Ricky Ray & Karen Brooks at 2.00 pm.
THETA GENERAL STORE
2278 Les Robinson Rd. Columbia, TN 38401

Nashville Singles Night at The Skylight Bar
2023-11-11 17:00 - 22:00 | The Skylight Bar, 230 Franklin Road, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Mix and mingle with other singles from around Nashville and Franklin at The Skylight Bar!

Trivia Tuesday at The Skylight Bar
2023-11-14 19:00 - 22:00, 2023-11-21 19:00 - 22:00, 2023-11-28 19:00 - 22:00 | The Skylight Bar, 230 Franklin Road, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Join us every Tuesday for trivia at The Skylight Bar hosted by Nerdy Talk Trivia.

Titans vs. Jaguars Viewing Party
2023-11-19 11:00 - 22:00 | The Skylight Bar, 230 Franklin Road, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Watch the Tennessee Titans beat the Jacksonville Jaguars at The Skylight Bar.

Santa at the Library
2023-12-16 14:00 - 16:30 | Main Library, 1314 Columbia Ave, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Join us for a family visit with Santa! Space is limited in each session time slot and registration is required. After visiting with Santa, stay for special Christmas-themed crafts!

19 Miles to Music Row
2024-01-02 18:30 - 21:00 | Franklin First UMC Main Campus, 120 ALDERSGATE WAY, FRANKLIN, TN, 37069-1430, United States
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.
