Philanthropic BOGO Art Reception
2015-12-04 18:00 - 21:00 UTC | T
Giving Art a Home’s philanthropic mission provides original art to deserving households.
Five proud families from Hard Bargain Association will have already chosen a piece of art for their homes. Now you will have the opportunity to pass it forward!
We will celebrate the launch of our mission. Your purchase of art at our Buy One Give One event will fund art for future recipients we honor in Hard Bargain and beyond.

2015 Franklin Jingle Bell Run/Walk
2015-12-05 07:00 - 10:30
The Jingle Bell Run/Walk is the Arthritis Foundation’s nationwide holiday event that raises critical funds for research, programs, and services to prevent, control, and cure arthritis, while also raising awareness for the #1 cause of disability in the U.S. This is a fun, festive 5k run 1/k walk for the whole family and your dog(s)! Put on your reindeer antlers and running shoes and come join us for some holiday cheer! We anticipate 1,200 race participants, plus spectators at this event.

PROGRAM AGENDA:

7:00 AM – Registration, Fun Activities, Photos with Santa
8:00 AM – Santa Chase for Children
8:30 AM – 5K Race Begins
8:45 AM – 1K Walk Begins
9:30 AM – Awards Ceremony

RACE FEES:

Santa Chase (8 and under): $10.00
A short run for little ones to chase down Jolly Old St Nick

Youth Untimed: 5k $25.00
12 and under no timing chip

Youth Chip Timed $25.00
12 and under

Non-timed and Chip Timed Standard 5k – 1m: $35 ($40 day of race)
12 and older

Jingle in Your Jammies: $40.00
Can’t make the race? Jingle in your jammies and we’ll mail the shirt!

Franklin Antique Mall -- Christmas Open House
2015-12-05 10:00 - 17:00

Holiday Story Time with Santa
2015-12-05 11:45 - 12:45
Come to the Williamson County Visitor Center and listen to Santa Claus read “Twas the Night Before Christmas” followed by a special meet n greet. Attendance is limited so get there early to secure your spot!

Puckett's Live Music!
2015-12-09 19:00 - 20:30
Artist: Liz Moriondo

Shannon Eye Care Holiday Party & Trunk Show
2015-12-10 14:00 - 19:00
Please help us toast the season & join us for spirits, merriment, and holiday cheer + our Anne et Valentin trunk show including special day-of savings!

Puckett's Live Music!
2015-12-10 19:00 - 20:30
Artist: Bill Griese

Puckett's Live Music!
2015-12-11 20:30 - 22:00
Artist: Wade Hanes & Brian White

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.

Holiday Story Time with the Sugar Plum Fairy
2015-12-12 11:00 - 12:00
Bring the whole family to the Williamson County Visitor Center and enjoy the Sugar Plum Fairy reading “The Nutcracker” followed by a special meet & greet. This event is free and attendance is limited so get there early to secure your spot!

Holiday Story Time with Elsa and Olaf
2015-12-12 13:00 - 14:00
Bring the whole family to the Williamson County Visitor Center and enjoy Elsa and her friend Olaf reading a classic Christmas story followed by a special meet n greet. Attendance is limited so get there early to secure your spot!

First Tennessee Presents: Homes for the Holidays
2015-12-12 17:00 - 2015-12-13 20:30
Homes for the Holidays Candlelight Tour benefiting Bridges Domestic Violence Center and historic preservation will let visitors get an inside look into several Franklin homes and churches and enjoy the various styles of holiday decorations that exhibit the balance between historic charm and modern allure. The tour falls on the same weekend as the Heritage Foundation’s Dickens of a Christmas event, and guests are encouraged to come for the celebration and stay for the home tours.

Puckett's Live Music!
2015-12-12 20:30 - 22:00
Singer Songwriters: Byron Hill, John Ford Coley, and Roxie Dean

NPT's Downton Abbey Season 6 Preview Screening and Soiree
2015-12-13 19:00
Nashville Public Television is once again proud to host an advance screening of Downton Abbey on MASTERPIECE at the Franklin Theatre. Downton Abbey enthusiasts will get to see the first episode of Downton Abbey Season 6 on MASTERPIECE before it airs on NPT on January 3, 2016. Prior to the screening, guests will attend a Soirée benefiting NPT. The Soirée will include period themed hors d’oeuvres from B&C Catering, drinks, live music and fun photo opportunities. Guests are encouraged to come dressed in festive attire or as their favorite Downton Abbey character.

YOUR Williamson Holiday Party hosted by Landmark Community Bank
2015-12-15 17:00 - 19:00
Please join Robertson Media Group & Landmark Community Bank as we celebrate the holiday’s and cheers to a wonderful 2015!
