10:00 am | Saturday, Jun 3rd
Kids Art Festival of Tennessee – Juried Art Exhibit, Hand-Crafted Art Sale, Stage Performances, & Art Stops
Kids Events and Family Events in Franklin, TN
The third annual Kids Art Festival of Tennessee is brought to you by the City of Franklin Parks and the Williamson County Cultural Arts Commission. The Kids Art Festival of Tennessee is calling all elementary, middle, and high school artists, dancers, musicians, vocalists, thespians, poets, photographers, and artisans to participate. This free festival is open to the public and will take place on Saturday, June 3, 2017 from 10 AM – 3 PM in Pinkerton Park across the footbridge from Historic Downtown Franklin, TN.
The Festival will offer many opportunities for school-aged artists of Franklin, TN, and surrounding communities, including: A juried art exhibit, hand-crafted art for sale, stage performances, master classes, art stops to experience and create unique art, and more! Student art will be displayed throughout the event, judged, and winners presented cash awards, as well as the opportunity to exhibit in Franklin City Hall throughout the summer months. Participants will have the opportunity to develop new artistic skills and talents from professional artists through master classes.
Interested artists, event sponsors, and food vendors contact the Parks Programming Office at 615.794.2103 or parksinfo@franklintn.gov. For additional information, applications, and deadlines visit the website at www.franklintn.gov/fkaft
6:30 am | Saturday, Jun 3rd
Open to runners and walkers from novice to professional, the Hillbilly Half Marathon and Little Billy 5K celebrates its fifth year in 2017. The USATF certified racecourse is nestled in the pristine backcountry of Williamson County just minutes from downtown Franklin, TN. Over the past five years, the half marathon has attracted up to as many as 1,000 participants each year.
5:57 pm | Friday, Jun 2nd
A fun weekend of cycling at the annual Harpeth River Ride starting Friday June 2nd – Saturday June 3th in Franklin, Tennessee. Hosted by the Harpeth Bicycle Club and presenting sponsor Mars Petcare, the Harpeth River Ride offers an epic cycling experience for bicyclists of all skill levels. Choose from four routes – 15, 44, 66 and 100 miles – traveling throughout the scenic, rural landscape of Middle TN. All routes are fully supported by well-stocked rest stops, clearly marked directions and top-notch SAG. Afterward, enjoy a delicious lunch and share ride stories with your friends. There’s a reason cyclists return to the Harpeth River Ride year-after-year, it’s an event not to be missed!
The Harpeth Bicycle Club (HBC) exists to promote cycling in the greater Nashville area. Formed in 1997, the club has over 1000 members ranging from casual cyclist to ultra rider. Scheduled rides are offered 2-5 days per week depending on the weather. New riders are welcomed to join some of the best cyclists in Middle Tennessee who are willing to share their knowledge and enthusiasm for the sport. A variety of training clinics are offered to develop cycling performance and safety skills.
5:00 pm | Friday, Jun 2nd
Franklin Polo Academy – USA vs. Mexico Harlinsdale Cup Polo Match
Franklin Polo Academy is committed to putting on a series of world class arena polo matches that features top international and local players. The completion of the Tractor Supply Co. Arena has ensured Harlinsdale Farm as the premier polo facility in the state of TN. There will be kids activities, live music, food and beverages, a commentated polo match, and more! Spectators will have the unique opportunity to experience the “Sport of Kings” in a fun and friendly environment. Kids 10 & under are free.
8:15 pm | Wednesday, May 31st
The CityFarmhouse Pop-up Fair, held the third weekend in June and October is a 2 day vintage and antiquing extravaganza featuring 80 hand selected vendors from all across the U.S. The Fair was named one of the top five events to attend in October by Southern Living, the top October event to attend in Tennessee by Garden & Gun, and the Number 1 Flea Market/Antique Show by RomanticCountry in 2015 and 2016!
The City Farmhouse Pop-up Fairs are located in the heart of Historic Downtown Franklin, TN, just a half a mile from Main Street at The Factory at Franklin. The Factory is home to dozens of shops, restaurants, entertainment venues and more.
8:00 am | Wednesday, May 31st
Events in Franklin, TN
Middle Tennessee’s premier horse show, The Nashville Classic, takes place in Williamson County at Brownland Farm. Brownland Farm has been in business since 1963. From its small beginnings it has become one of the most well-respected horse show facilities in the country.
Nashville Classic – May 31-June 4
7:30 pm | Friday, May 26th
Rock The House Music Jam Featuring Lee Thomas Miller, Wynn Varble, James Otto and Mac Davis – The Franklin Theatre
Join
Davis House Child Advocacy Center for a night of great music to help raise money and awareness in the fight against child abuse in your community, featuring songwriters Lee Thomas Miller, Wynn Varble, James Otto and Mac Davis.
THE MISSION AND PURPOSE OF DAVIS HOUSE
The mission and purpose of Davis House is to combat child abuse by coordinating services to children and families in crisis and providing community education focused on prevention and early intervention. We were established as a 501c3 not for profit organization in 1999 and serve Williamson, Hickman, Lewis and Perry counties in Tennessee. All of our services are provided at no cost to the children and families we serve.
4:50 pm | Friday, May 26th
Open to runners and walkers from novice to professional, the Hillbilly Half Marathon and Little Billy 5K celebrates its fifth year in 2017. The USATF certified racecourse is nestled in the pristine backcountry of Williamson County just minutes from downtown Franklin, TN. Over the past five years, the half marathon has attracted up to as many as 1,000 participants each year.
Up-and-coming country recording artist Zach Stone is set to headline the early morning “finish line festivities” at the 5th Annual Hillbilly Half Marathon and Little Billy 5K in Leiper’s Fork, Tenn. on Saturday, June 3. Originated as the Franklin Half Marathon, the 2017 race marks its fifth running this June; the Hillbilly Half has become a special, must-attend community event for avid runners and enthusiastic family members, friends and neighbors.
Jun 3, 2017 6:30 AM
Franklin, TN
For more information about the 2017 Hillbilly Half Marathon and Little Billy 5K or to register for the race, please visit http://www.hillbillyhalf.com or email race director Andy Johnson at rd@hillbillyhalf.com. For more information on Zach Stone, visit zachstonecountry.com.
8:07 pm | Thursday, May 25th
The 2017 Business & Education Expo is back by popular demand, featuring the largest showcase of Williamson County businesses and schools.
Presented by Franklin Synergy Bank, the highly-anticipated event takes place Tuesday, June 20 from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. at The Factory at Franklin in Liberty Hall. There are more than 70 companies registered to make an appearance.
