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 Great Americana Barbecue Festival in Franklin, TN!On August 27th, 2016 the air in Franklin, Tennessee will be filled with the sweet aroma of hickory smoke and simmering sauce for the inaugural ‘Great Americana Barbecue Festival’ at Harlinsdale Farm. Visitors will enjoy some of the most “finger licking good” barbecue around, prepared by professional pit masters and iron chefs from across the country – all within the town limits of Franklin, TN – “the best small town in America” – according to Southern Living and Trip Advisor.
The BBQ festival is hosted by The Franklin BBQ Society and The Franklin Noon Rotary Club (FNRC). The FNRC has dedicated over six decades of service to its community and has distributed over two million dollars to local charities. FNRC continues to produce The Franklin Rodeo, Williamson County’s longest running annual event, celebrating its 67th year.
Barbecue will take center stage with vendors, grilling demonstrations, a whole hog smoking contest, and a Kansas City Barbecue Society (KCBS) sanctioned barbecue competition, featuring 60 teams competing in five categories for over $8,000 in total cash prizes. Festival goers will be able to join in on the judging by selecting the “People’s Champion”.
Patrons will enjoy local artisan flavors from Tennessee distilleries and craft beers (21+). Additionally, the festival will feature live music, craft vendors, a variety of food vendors and a kid’s zone with Touch A Truck and all sorts of ways for the little ‘pit masters’ to run, jump and play.
The music stage will feature some of the biggest and brightest young talent Music City has to offer. Plenty of special events during the day will make this a “must attend” event for the entire family!
Come experience the Great Americana Barbecue Festival. It is great barbecue and great fun, all for a great cause.
For tickets and more information, please visit Great Americana Barbecue Festival.
It’s a big, juicy sweet seed-spittin’ fun day for the whole family! The games for the kids and adults, includes the popular watermelon seed-spitting contest and the popular fastest watermelon eating contest. Don’t miss the wild watermelon carvings and slices of ice cold watermelon!
Tomato Festival presented by Amerigo Restaurants – July 16 @ 8:00 am – 1:00 pmIt’s heaven for tomato lovers – celebrate summer’s favorite veggie with heirloom tomato tastings, plus lots of fun games for the kids!
The Williamson County Public Library will be hosting its fourth annual Make-A-Thon: A Festival of Creativity from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. on Saturday, May 21. We are partnering with businesses and artisans local to Williamson County to show you what is available in your own backyard. Exhibitors include the Tennessee Ghostbusters, 501st MidSouth Garrison (Star Wars characters), Williamson County Master Gardeners, and many more. There’s something for everyone!
The festival will consist of live demonstrations, and hands on activities that will range from using robots to beekeeping. There will be crafts, including Lego construction and take home art projects for patrons of all ages. You can even adopt an adorable pet from the Williamson County Animal Center’s mobile unit.
This event is free, open to the public, and fun for the whole family. For more information about the event or becoming an exhibitor at the event, contact Randi Peters with the Main Library at 615-595-1250.
The Williamson County Public Library is located in downtown Franklin at 1314 Columbia Avenue. For further information about other library programs or services, call the library at 615-595-1243 or visit the library’s web site at http://wcpltn.org. Sign up to receive email notifications about library events and announcements by sending an email to ref@williamson-tn.org with the subject line: Subscribe_Library_Bytes.
Farm fresh strawberries, a sweet way to start the summer at the Franklin Farmers Market! The 2016 Strawberry Festival will have lots of strawberries, fun and games for the kids, and the best homemade strawberry shortcakes you’ll ever eat! We are planning for a bumper crop of very sweet juicy strawberries! Bring the kids and some friends! Great fun for all!!!
Dates / Times:
Friday, May 6th, 2016 • 10am – 6pm
Saturday, May 7th, 2016 • 10am – 6pm
Sunday, May 8th, 2016 • 10am – 5pm
Join us on the lawn of Nashville’s Centennial Park on Mother’s Day Weekend for the 45th Annual Spring Tennessee Craft Fair!
Tennessee Craft’s Spring and Fall Fairs are recognized as the premier craft festivals in Nashville and the Southeast, drawing attendees from Boston, Houston, San Francisco and further.
With the Parthenon as a backdrop, tents filled with one-of-a-kind handmade craft from over 200 fine craft artists take over Centennial Park. Shop for the perfect gift for someone special (including yourself), watch live craft demonstrations, participate in fun kids’ activities and grab some delicious food! The events serve as an opportunity for artists to showcase their work and connect to the community, demonstrating and sharing their craft knowledge and inspiring future generations of craft artists and collectors.
Tennessee Craft is a nonprofit organization that champions the local fine craft movement by supporting growth and creative expression for all artists, building a platform for high-quality craftsmanship and reinforcing the importance of fine craft for the entire community. We rely on the help of our talented members, supportive donors, committed sponsors and selfless volunteers to serve creators and the community.
Dates / Times:
Friday, May 6th, 2016 • 10am – 6pm
Saturday, May 7th, 2016 • 10am – 6pm
Sunday, May 8th, 2016 • 10am – 5pm
Join us on the lawn of Nashville’s Centennial Park on Mother’s Day Weekend for the 45th Annual Spring Tennessee Craft Fair!
Tennessee Craft’s Spring and Fall Fairs are recognized as the premier craft festivals in Nashville and the Southeast, drawing attendees from Boston, Houston, San Francisco and further.
With the Parthenon as a backdrop, tents filled with one-of-a-kind handmade craft from over 200 fine craft artists take over Centennial Park. Shop for the perfect gift for someone special (including yourself), watch live craft demonstrations, participate in fun kids’ activities and grab some delicious food! The events serve as an opportunity for artists to showcase their work and connect to the community, demonstrating and sharing their craft knowledge and inspiring future generations of craft artists and collectors.
Tennessee Craft is a nonprofit organization that champions the local fine craft movement by supporting growth and creative expression for all artists, building a platform for high-quality craftsmanship and reinforcing the importance of fine craft for the entire community. We rely on the help of our talented members, supportive donors, committed sponsors and selfless volunteers to serve creators and the community.
One of the most anticipated–and popular–events of the year in Williamson County! The two-day weekend event will feature more than 200 artisans & crafters, dynamic live entertainment for all ages, a dedicated kids’ areas and an international food court.
The festivities will resume April 23-24, 2016
The event is expected to attract some 125,000 visitors to a full slate of family-oriented activities, non-stop musical entertainment and international flavors of more than 20 food vendors.
The centerpiece of Main Street Festival is a juried arts and crafts show featuring some 200 vendors with original and hand crafted wares. Oil and watercolor paintings, pottery, jewelry, furniture, woodworking, ornamental iron, stained glass, photography, home and garden accents, birdhouses, leatherwork, and much more will be showcased on Main Street from First to Fifth Avenues.
In addition to a juried arts and crafts show, the festival offers a special area of children’s activities on Third Avenue South between City Hall and the Old Courthouse.
Travel back to 16th Century England. Our Village of Covington Glen comes alive with the bustle of a Renaissance Marketplace. Over 60 skilled Artisans from all over the country display their wares from silks to swords; from gems to jewels. Flavors, aromas and tastes of specialty foods and drinks greet the festival-goer. Hear the sounds of Renaissance musicians and merrymakers as they echo through the trees. Color, movement, and peals of laughter welcome those who thrill to the challenges of Games of Skill and Man-Powered Rides. Come join us at the Tennessee Renaissance Festival!
Visit Castle Gwynn at the Tennessee Renaissance Festival, Nashville’s premier historical entertainment event!
2016 Running Dates
May 7, 8, 14, 15, 21, 22, 28, 29, plus Memorial Day May 30!
Hours: 10am – 6:00pm
Free parking, and free admission for children 5 and under!
Order your tickets online:
Advance Tickets are now available!
Order now and your tickets will be mailed right to your door, or waiting for you at Will Call for when you arrive at the festival.
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The Daily Entertainment Schedule is now available online!
Group Sales:
The Tennessee Renaissance Festival offers discount admission tickets for groups of 15 adults or more. Inquire for more details by emailing us at info@tnrenfest.com or calling our office at (615) 395-9950. The deadline for Advanced Group Ticket Sales is April 15th. Group Discount Rates are available only by advance order, and are not available at the Festival Grounds Ticket Sales Booth.
Location:
Located off Highway 96 between the towns of Franklin and Murfreesboro, the Tennessee Renaissance Festival is easily accessible from I-24, I-65, and I-840, just 25 miles south of Nashville. The festival address is 2124 New Castle Road, Arrington, TN, 37014
