2:49 pm | Monday, Aug 22nd
The parking lot at the Longview Recreation Center in Spring Hill will become a drive-in movie on Saturday, August 27 for the first annual Family Food & Film Nite. Enjoy a night of free fun watching “Inside Out” while you feast on awesome eats from food trucks including Padrino’s Pops, Et Voila Bistro & Bakery and D’s Kettle Corn (cost incurred for all concessions). Watch the movie from your vehicle (limited) or on the lawn (bring your own chairs or blankets).
Family Food & Film Nite will be from 7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m., with the movie starting at dusk. The Longview Recreation Center at Spring Hill is located at 2909 Commonwealth Dr.
No reservations are needed for this community event. For more information, call (615) 302-0971, ext. 2214.
Williamson County Parks and Recreation is a public organization, here to benefit the community. Anyone may register for and participate in the department’s programs, teams, classes and events. For program registration, pass purchasing or additional information, visit www.wcparksandrec.com. You may also receive department information by “liking” Williamson County Parks and Recreation on Facebook; following us on Twitter at @wc_parksandrec or Instagram at @willcoparksandrec or on Pinterest or YouTube.
12:00 pm | Sunday, Aug 21st
Carnton Plantation – Vintage Base Ball – August 21, 2016 – 12 pm
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.
5:30 pm | Saturday, Jul 30th
Owl’s Hill – Music in the Meadow – Brentwood, TN Event
All Ages
Cost: $20/person
$75/car (6 people maximum/car)
$250/Car for four part series
We have some great performances lined up this summer so pack a picnic, gather friends and family, and head on over to Owl’s Hill for an evening of fun, friends and music. Arrive early to stake out the perfect picnic spot, meet Owl’s Hill’s non-releasable live owls and go for a hike! Gates open at 5:30 pm for picnics, hikes and meeting the owls; Music starts at 7:00 pm
Please visit Owl’s Hill for the full schedule and to register.
June 18 – Jerre Haskew
Jerre Haskew was a founding member of the legendary folk group The Cumberland Trio during the Folk Era of the early 1960’s. The Cumberland Trio recorded in 1964 with Chet Atkins at RCA Nashville’s famed Studio B and in New York City at the renowned Gotham Studios. In 2000 he reunited The Cumberland trio for two successful reunion concerts at the historic Bijou Theatre in Knoxville, TN which were recorded and released on CD, as well as remastering to CD and releasing the Trio’s 1964 RCA Nashville and NY City recordings. From 2007-2015 he worked on a Haskew family music project that culminated in the release of Songs From the Fiery Gizzard- The Music of the Haskew Family. The album features 23 songs written by Jerre and his wife Barbara over a fifty year period and sung by them, their daughter Holly and their granddaughter Sarah. The album was recently named 2015 National Folk CD of the Year by the Rural Roots Music Commission. Jerre continues to perform his own original songs and selective audience favorites throughout East & Middle TN, Northwest GA & at folk festivals around the nation.
July 30 – Teresa
August 27 – Musical Theater in the Meadow
Musical Theater in the Meadow is back, offered by a gathering of Nashville’s finest theatrical performers and supported by a fantastic band. This year’s performance is still being finalized. Check back soon for more details!
September 24 – Jazz in the Meadow with Christina Watson
Christina Watson is a versatile vocalist and vocal coach based in Nashville, Tennessee. She is highly-trained and performs all genres, but she has always been enamored by America’s only true art form: jazz. She brings her quartet of world-class musicians to events in Nashville and beyond. She performs jazz and other genres at public and private events, in concert halls, churches, clubs and at festivals. Christina sings lead and background vocals for sessions. She is the soprano in 4-person vocal jazz group, 3rd Coast Vocals, and is a frequent guest performer with the Nashville Jazz Orchestra and the NJO Sextet. Christina has released 3 CDs as a solo artist and 1 with 3CV, and she was featured on the NJO’s 2013 recording, “It Ain’t Necessarily So.” She has performed in Europe and Asia as well as in various parts of the US.
8:00 am | Saturday, Jul 16th
Tomato Festival presented by Amerigo Restaurants – July 16 @ 8:00 am – 1:00 pm
It’s heaven for tomato lovers – celebrate summer’s favorite veggie with heirloom tomato tastings, plus lots of fun games for the kids!
6:00 pm | Monday, Jul 4th
4th of July Fireworks Show in Franklin, TN at The Park at Harlinsdale
The Park at Harlinsdale Open for 4th of July Fireworks Viewing
North Entrance will open at 6:00 p.m. Free Parking, Downtown Festivities Begin at 10:00 a.m.
Franklin, TN — Thousands are expected to attend the popular Franklin on the Fourth Fireworks celebration on the square happening Monday, July 4th in Franklin and sponsored by the Franklin Lions Club,. The Park at Harlinsdale will open at 6:00 p.m. to provide a special viewing place for the fireworks show, sponsored by WAKM, the City of Franklin and in part by Cumulus Radio. The North Entrance on Franklin Road will open at 6:00 p.m. and people are invited to bring lawn chairs or blankets to view the show. The fireworks are expected to begin at approximately 9:00 p.m.
No alcohol is allowed in City Parks. Fireworks and sparklers are illegal within Franklin City limits and are strictly prohibited in City Parks. The grass is dry in the park and sparks or flames could easily start a fire.
For more information about the Franklin Lions Club and TN events festival go to http://www.franklinjazzfestival.com/4th-of-july .
12:00 pm | Saturday, Jun 25th
The Blackberry Jam Music Festival – Franklin, TN
Join us Saturday, June 25, 2016 at Boyd Mill Farm for the Blackberry Jam Music Festival presented by Franklin Noon Rotary, bringing together musicians from all over, but focusing on our homegrown talent from Middle Tennessee and all for a great cause. This year’s Jam benefits Hard Bargain Association.
Saturday, June 25, 2016 – Noon-2PM – Children’s Program and 2PM-10PM – Main Event.
Blankets, lawn chairs, beverages in ice chests and well-mannered dogs on leashes are welcomed. A variety of food trucks and dessert carts will be on site ready to serve you.
For tickets and more information please visit The Blackberry Jam Music Festival.
12:00 am | Sunday, Jun 5th
The Music City Sports Festival – June 4th 8am-4pm and June 5th 12pm-4pm – Nashville, TN
The Music City Sports Festival is the premier annual sports event that allows you to get up close and personal with unique access, in-depth insights and one-of-a-kind personal experiences with local, regional and national sports programs and personalities. The Festival is designed to provide the Total Sport Experience.
The clinics will be open to anyone between the ages of 5-18. Any participants under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian able to sign a Release and Waiver.
For tickets and more information please visit Music City Sports Festival.
8:00 am | Saturday, Jun 4th
The Music City Sports Festival – June 4th 8am-4pm and June 5th 12pm-4pm – Nashville, TN
The Music City Sports Festival is the premier annual sports event that allows you to get up close and personal with unique access, in-depth insights and one-of-a-kind personal experiences with local, regional and national sports programs and personalities. The Festival is designed to provide the Total Sport Experience.
The clinics will be open to anyone between the ages of 5-18. Any participants under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian able to sign a Release and Waiver.
For tickets and more information please visit Music City Sports Festival.
7:00 pm | Saturday, May 21st
MAY 19-21, 2016 – 67th ANNUAL FRANKLIN RODEO
Rodeo competition events, kids events, specialty acts and a lot of family fun!
IT’S NOT JUST A RODEO. IT’S THE FRANKLIN RODEO!
The “bucks” start here every night at 7 p.m. and there’s fun for all ages! From fabulous food to fashion to farm equipment, it’s much more than a rodeo!
From the Cowboy Cafe to Snack Alley, you’ll find everything from a sit down supper to strawberry shortcake. Serving starts at 5:30 nightly!
Ram Rodeo will be this year’s Franklin Rodeo Presenting Sponsor. Ram has always been a major contributor to the Franklin Rodeo. To learn more about RamRodeo, please visit their website at www.RamRodeo.com.
For more information and tickets, please visit 67th Annual Franklin Rodeo.
The Franklin Rodeo is one of the longest running family event in Middle Tennessee and one of the largest rodeos east of the Mississippi! Founded in 1949, the Franklin Rodeo brings over 18,000 screaming fans, year after year, to enjoy the excitement of national rodeo competition events.
Produced by the Franklin Noon Rotary Club and and with the help of rodeo sponsors, the Franklin Noon Rotary Club has invested millions of dollars back into Williamson County over the past six decades to help many local charities.
6:00 am | Saturday, May 21st
Williamson County Parks and Recreation Triathlon for Young Athletes – Franklin Recreation Complex, Franklin, TN
Calling all aspiring triathletes, ages 8 to 12! You can swim, bike and run your way to the finish at the fifth annual Half-Pint Triathlon on Saturday, May 21 at the Franklin Recreation Complex, 1120 Hillsboro Road. Register now for this fun family event presented by the Williamson County Parks and Recreation Department. All registration is by mail, and forms and event rules are available at the Franklin Recreation Complex; the Longview Recreation Center at Spring Hill, 2909 Commonwealth Dr.; the Indoor Sports Complex at 920 Heritage Way in Brentwood; the Fairview Recreation Complex, 2714 Fairview Blvd.; and the Williamson County Recreation Complex at Nolensville, 7250 Nolensville Rd. or on line at www.wcparksandrec.com under Programs/Half Pint Triathlon. Only the first 100 entrants will be accepted. The entry fee is $20 per child, payable with registration forms.
Athletes will be divided into two age groups: Juniors, ages 8-9, and Seniors, ages 10-12 (age as of 5/31/16). Juniors will swim 50 meters in the pool, bike 1.5 miles and run 0.5 miles. Senior entrants will swim 100 meters, bike three miles and run one mile. Each child will receive an official triathlon medal and t-shirt. Children must be accompanied by parents, and all racers are required to wear appropriate swim wear in the pool and shoes while biking and running. Each child should bring a bicycle and a helmet to the event. Packet pick-up is Friday, May 20 from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the Franklin Recreation Complex. Race check-in begins Saturday, May 21 at 6:00 a.m. with a transition area meeting at 7:00 a.m. for racers and parents, followed by a race time of 7:30 a.m. Parents, bring your cameras for award-winning photo opportunities!
The Half-Pint Triathlon is sponsored by Race Day Events, Cigna, Smoothie King, Sport Seasons, Whole Foods, Nashville Striders and ASAP Awards.
Williamson County Parks and Recreation is a public organization, here to benefit the community. Anyone may register for and participate in the department’s programs, teams, classes and events. For program registration, pass purchasing or additional information, visit www.wcparksandrec.com. You may also receive department information by “liking” Williamson County Parks and Recreation on Facebook; following us on Twitter at @wc_parksandrec or on Pinterest or YouTube.
