Downtown Franklin

City Farmhouse Holiday Pop-up Fair
2015-11-14 08:00 - 18:00, 2015-11-15 11:00 - 16:00 UTC | TN
**A holiday antiques + shopping show at the Factory at Franklin**
The #CityFarmhousePopup has been named as one of the top five events to attend in October by Southern Living magazine, and the #1 Flea Market & Antique Show to attend by Romantic Country magazine.
This Winter 2015, we’ll host celebrity talent plus three days of holiday shopping, nonstop entertainment, food trucks, and more.
Will you be one of the thousands of shoppers from around the globe who flock to Williamson County each year to attend the Fair? See you soon!

Dickens of a Christmas 2015
2015-12-12 10:00 - 2015-12-13 17:00
Each year, Main Street recalls the spirit of Christmases past when the Heritage Foundation throws its annual Dickens of a Christmas celebration! This year the event marks its 31st anniversary, and will feature both time-honored activities that have become perennial favorites, as well as a few new traditions in the making.
Franklin’s Main Street–and its beautiful Victorian architecture–will be decked out for the holiday season. Some 200 characters, dancers and entertainers in the street, including several from Charles Dickens’s stories interacting with the public. Expect to see the nefarious Fagin from Oliver Twist; Jacob Marley, Ebenezer Scrooge and Tiny Tim Cratchit with his parents from A Christmas Carol; and of course, a Victorian Father and Mother Christmas with treats for children.

13th Annual Main Street Brewfest
2016-05-07 14:00 - 18:00
Tap into History at the 13th Annual Main Street Brewfest presented by Lipman Brothers!
Held in Historic Downtown Franklin, the event boasts over 80 beers from 35 locations on America’s Favorite Main Street. For beer lovers of all ages (21 and over), Main Street Brewfest offers craft brews from established and new breweries, both local and abroad. Enjoy a vast selection of local food trucks, entertainment and shopping, all guaranteed to pair well with the brews!
This year, we are excited to offer a VIP experience, which will include early entry and access to tastings, speciality beer selection for VIP ticket holders only, a VIP lounge at JJ’s Wine Bar, and much more!
Those looking for a non-alcoholic option while accompanying the beer lover(s) in their life will have the option to visit our Bean Garden, where we will be featuring a variety of local coffee brewed fresh for the festival.
This event is a fundraiser for the Downtown Franklin Association and will be held rain or shine. Refunds are not available. To purchase tickets, go HERE.

Franklin Rodeo
2016-05-14 07:55 - 2016-05-21 19:55
A Fun Week of Action Packed Events!
Founded in 1949, the Franklin Rodeo brings over 18,000 screaming fans year after year. It is one of the longest running family event in Middle Tennessee and one of the largest rodeos east of the Mississippi.

City Farmhouse Pop-up Fair
2016-06-17 16:00 - 2016-06-18 18:00
**An antiques + shopping show**
Located at the Factory at Franklin, the City Farmhouse Pop-up Fair hosts more than 70 vendors from dozens of states, who travel exclusively to exhibit at this event.
The #CityFarmhousePopup has been named as one of the top five events to attend by Southern Living magazine, and the #1 Flea Market & Antique Show to attend by Romantic Country magazine.
This Summer 2016, we’ll feature Grammy-winning artist, Sheryl Crow’s Repurposed Quilt for Charity Project, plus two days of nonstop entertainment, food trucks, and more.
Will you be one of the thousands of shoppers from around the globe who flock to Williamson County each year to attend the Fair? See you soon!

Swanky Plank Vintage Marketplace at Rippavilla
2016-07-07 16:00 - 2016-07-09 18:00
Shop the region’s best antique and vintage dealers while enjoying the majestic grounds. Shoppers will find antiques, vintage, repurposed, handmade and custom treasures.
Sneak Peek Passes allows first pickin’s admission on Thursday (4-8p) plus admission on Friday and Saturday (9a-6p), tour of the mansion and complimentary wine on Thursday evening while you shop. Sneak Peek Passes are $25. Single day shopping on Friday or Saturday is $7. Parking is free.
Spend the day, have lunch and enjoy the live music!
For more information our FB Page is https://m.facebook.com/SwankyPlank/ and our website is http://www.rippavilla.org/swankyplank.asp.

Williamson County Fair presents "Barnyard Mardi Gras"
2016-08-05 - 2016-08-13
The Williamson County Fair returns for its 12th anniversary run August 5-13 with “Barnyard Mardi Gras!”

The summertime tradition welcomes more than 200,000 attendees to the Williamson County AgEXPO Park each year to celebrate local agriculture through a number of educational exhibits, agricultural competitions and events, state of the art midway attractions, games, live entertainment, traditional fare and more.

The Pilgrimage Music & Cultural Festival
2016-09-24 - 2016-09-25
Pilgrimage is a multi-genre music festival featuring some of today’s hottest local and national touring artists, many performing acoustically, in the rustic setting of Harlinsdale Farm in Franklin, TN. The region’s best food and drink will be on display as well as numerous local artists and artisans creating an all-encompassing festival experience.

Thompson's Station Dog & Pony Show 5K
2016-09-24 08:00 - 10:00
The Dog & Pony Show 5K kicks off Thompson’s Station’s premier annual event, “The Dog & Pony Show”. Hosted by Nashville Running Company, this trail race spans the entire beautiful Alexander Trail. After the 5K race, stick around for the free, all-day family festival which includes live music, a kids zone of activities and games, dog arena, equine attractions, artisan and food vendors and more. Proceeds from the race and festival benefit the city of Thompson’s Station.

Sister Cities Celebration of Nations
2016-10-08 10:00 - 19:00
The mission of the Celebration of Nations is to create global and cultural passion, beginning with a personal knowledge and understanding of the interconnectedness of people universally. They believe one way to accomplish this goal is through genuine artistic and sensory representations of various nations. This unique affair will consist of booths featuring different products and techniques used around the world. Booths will be displaying representation of one or more cultures. Food and beverages from a variety of nations will also be available.

City Farmhouse Fall Pop-up Fair
2016-10-14 08:00 - 2016-10-15 15:00
Located at: The Factory at Franklin, 230 Franklin Rd. Inside Jamison Hall, the Courtyard and the Extended Couryard Group Tent
60 + vendors from across the
U.S. 98% antique and vintage.
Live Music & Food Trucks!
Go to: www.cityfarmhousefranklin.com

Soul At The Factory With Jason Eskridge
2016-10-29 19:00 - 21:00, 2016-11-26 19:00 - 21:00
Soul at The Factory celebrates the best local, national and international R&B, Soul, Funk, Jazz, Blues and Gospel music. Hear Jason Eskridge and Friends with Nashville’s finest top flight live music at the state of the art Little Brick Theater at The Factory. Doors open at 6pm. General Admission and VIP tickets available and Concessions. Presented by DrAlvin.com and LifeStyle Publications.
The audio and video promotional recording is courtesy of ICU Security to air on Cromwell Radio 102.1 The Light Nashville and featured on www.DrAlvin.com.
From more information call 615-716-2139, email alvin@dralvin.com and visit www.DrAlvin.Com.

Wine Down Main Street 16
2016-11-05 19:00 - 22:00
On November 5th, Boys & Girls Clubs of Middle Tennessee is hosting Wine Down Main Street 16. Voted #1 charity event 9 consecutive years in a row, this unique wine tasting event takes place along historic Main Street in Franklin, Tennessee. Just 20 miles south of Nashville, more than 30 shops will play host to wines from around the world. Participants taste wines, shop, sample food from area restaurants all while listening to great live music! Proceeds from sponsorships and ticket sales for this event will benefit Boys & Girls Clubs of Middle Tennessee Franklin and Fairview Clubs.
