Downtown Franklin

Thompson's Station Dog & Pony Show 5K
2016-09-24 08:00 - 10:00 UTC | T
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.

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.

Jamey Johnson, Bobby Bare, & Tony Joe White Benefit Concert "Whiskey Bread Pudding"
2016-09-21 19:30 - 22:00
Jamey Johnson, Bobby Bare, and Tony Joe White are coming together to perform in the round for a night of music, song and stories benefitting the Nikki Mitchell Foundation’s fight against pancreatic cancer.
Nikki Mitchell was Waylon Jenning’s business manager for 22 years and battled cancer while running a cafe in Normandy, TN and making her famous whiskey bread pudding. The Foundation places emphasis on prevention, detection and curing pancreatic cancer as well as patient services.
$95 General / $115 First 3 rows / $250 VIP Cabaret tables
VIP ticket holders receive a cabaret table at the front of the theatre, a meet and greet with the artists and wine and hors d’oeuvres.

The 2016 Heritage Ball
2016-09-17 18:00 - 22:00
For over four decades, the Heritage Ball has helped support the revitalization and historic preservation of Downtown Franklin and Williamson County. The longest running black tie affair in Williamson County has become a tradition within families, friends and businesses who appreciate the work of the Foundation and a lovely evening under the stars.

MoonPie Open House at Handy Hardware
2016-09-16 16:00 - 18:00
Handy Hardware, Williamson County’s oldest continuously operating hardware store, will host a MoonPie® open house, Friday, Sept. 16,4-6 p.m. and 45-year anniversary celebration at their 731 Columbia Avenue location.
The store is home to the first MoonPie store-within-a-store in anticipation of Chattanooga Bakery Company’s 100th anniversary of making MoonPies next year. Handy Hardware is test marketing the concept for MoonPie Direct – the sales arm of the bakery.
On September 16 guests will be treated to a multitude of flavors of the tasty treats, including the stand-by chocolate, vanilla, banana, strawberry and the newest flavor salted caramel. Check out the vintage style candy and toy merchandise and browse the MoonPie wares that include logo T-shirts, mugs, travel cups, lapel pins and bottle openers to name a few.
Handy Hardware will also have a cold RC Cola, Sun Drop or Coca-Cola if you prefer to accompany your MoonPie.
The old-time hardware store also boasts and general store feel with a comprehensive selection of Lodge cast iron cookware and Claey’s candy, including Horehound, Lemon Drop, Sassafras and other flavors. And there’s a selection of hardware too!
Established in 1971 by local businessmen including Dr. Joseph Willoughby, Calvin LeHew, Ronald Ligon and others, the store remains under management by Andy and Donna Willoughby.

Launch of Robert Hicks's book "The Orphan Mother"
2016-09-15 18:30 - 20:30
The launch of Robert Hick’s The Orphan Mother, a benefit for student scholarships at New Hope Academy. Franklin Theater Sept 15th at 6:30…tickets are $130 and include a signed, First edition of the book. Tickets can be purchased at the Franklin theater starting August 20th.

Party at the Pointe at Morning Pointe of Franklin
2016-09-15 16:00 - 18:00
Every 3rd Thursday of the month come for a free evening out! Enjoy a wonderful dinner and awesome entertainment! September will be extra special with the talented Ken Oma & The Little Big Band! Dinner is from 4-5pm and entertainment is from 5-6pm. Come alone or bring all of your friends!

Creative Nation Presents Benefit Show for Preston Taylor Ministries
2016-09-14 19:00 - 23:00
Creative Nation will host their 5th annual songwriter’s show to benefit local non-profit, Preston Taylor Ministries, on Wednesday, September 14th at The Franklin Theatre. This year’s bill will include Luke Laird, Barry Dean, Natalie Hemby, Lori McKenna, Steve Moakler, Maggie Chapman, and Kassi Ashton. Preston Taylor Ministries is a non-profit organization that empowers kids and young adults to confront problems like drug use, gang involvement, teenage pregnancy, poor school performance, and crime. All proceeds will go to benefit the work that PTM is doing in Nashville!

G Burns Jug Band at Kimbro's Pickin Parlor
2016-09-14 19:00
The G Burns Jug Band of San Diego, California is coming to Kimbro’s. Founded in 2012 by native Kentuckian Clinton Davis, the G Burns Jug Band has been building an enthusiastic following for down home roots music on the west coast. They received a San Diego music award in 2015 for their second album, “The Southern Pacific & The Santa Fe”. Local press has described them as one of the city’s best party bands, and sounding “like a freight train hauling ass down the track with some fiddlers and banjo pickers on board”. Renowned national roots publication No Depression calls them “a joyous and soulful restoration of American musical tradition”. Come see what all the fuss is about as they make their way up to Louisville, Kentucky for the National Jug Band Jubilee!

Livability in Williamson County: How Housing Affects Traffic
2016-09-13 17:30 - 19:00
Community Forum brings together expert panel during Mobility Week
FRANKLIN – Community members are invited to a public event on Tuesday, September 13th at the Historic Franklin Presbyterian Church to discuss the state of affordable and workforce housing in Williamson County. The timing of this event is important, as it falls during Williamson Inc’s Mobility Week. The lack of affordable and workforce housing in our community can be directly linked to our growing traffic problems.
Join this panel of experts for an evening of learning with plenty of time for questions and answers. We welcome your input and look forward to this important conversation.
Tuesday, September 13th 5:307:00 Historic Franklin Presbyterian Church 435 Main Street, Franklin, TN
Panelists: Marti Veto, Williamson County Association of Realtors (moderator)
Brant Bousquet, Hard Bargain
Alma McLemore, Franklin Housing Commission
Susan Minor, Franklin Housing Authority
Stephen Murray, Community Housing Partnership of Williamson County

New Hope Academy family picnic and 20th anniversary celebration
2016-09-10 16:00 - 20:00
Picnic at New Hope Academy on Sept 10th from 4-8. Everyone is welcome! Food trucks, bouncy houses and 3 bands! come help us celebrate 20 years!

Aubree P. Boutique Grand Opening Event
2016-09-10 10:00 - 18:00
Celebrate the Aubree P. Boutique Grand Opening debuting at The Shop Around The Corner! Enjoy sips, snacks, styling & giveaways all day! Champagne & Treats served 11am – 2pm.

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Bittersweet Primitives Fall Open House
2016-09-10 10:00 - 17:00
Join us for our Fall Open House! We will have refreshments, door prizes and giveaways!

Vintage Base Ball Tournament at Carnton
2016-09-10 - 2016-09-11
September 10-11, 2016
The field adjacent to Carnton Plantation is the home field of the Franklin Farriers, our local vintage base ball team. Bring out your lawn chairs or blankets and take in a base ball game played by 1860s rules. Read more about vintage base ball http://tennesseevintagebaseball.com/. Times TBA.

Movie Nights at Carnton - Sahara
2016-09-09 19:00 - 21:30
September 9, 2016 – Sahara
Watch a movie under the stars on the lawn at Carnton Plantation. Gates open at 6:00 and the movie starts at 7:00 (sunset). The cost is $5 for ages 5 and up.
