Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas!

8:39 pm | Tuesday, Dec 20th
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How the Grinch Stole Christmas, events in Franklin, TN, downtown family events, kids events, holiday festivals, shopping, antiques and more!

The Grinch returns bigger, meaner and greener to steal Christmas in Nashville, TN! This record-setting Broadway sensation features the hit songs “You’re A Mean One, Mr. Grinch” and “Welcome Christmas” from the original animated television special. Max the Dog narrates as the mean and scheming Grinch, whose heart is “two sizes too small,” decides to steal Christmas away from the Holiday loving Whos. Magnificent sets and costumes inspired by Dr. Seuss’ original illustrations transport audiences to the whimsical world of Whoville, as this sparkling production breathes new life into this timeless story of the true meaning of Christmas.
Don’t miss what The New York Times calls “AN EXTRAORDINARY PERFORMANCE! 100 times better than any bedside story.”

Dickens of a Christmas

11:00 am | Sunday, Dec 11th
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The Heritage Foundation of Franklin & Williamson County – Dickens of a Christmas – Downtown Franklin, TN Events

Join us for the largest Christmas festival in Middle Tennessee! Step back in time with the Heritage Foundation of Franklin & Williamson County when Dickens of a Christmas returns to Franklin’s Main Street December 10-11, 2016.

Sponsored this year by Nissan, the 32nd annual free street festival will recreate the time of Charles Dickens using historic downtown Franklin’s Victorian architecture as the backdrop. Some 200 musicians, dancers and characters will fill the streets, including several from Charles Dickens’s stories. Expect to see and interact with 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.

As more attention is turned toward downtown Franklin in both the local and national press, we encourage festival goers to dress in Victorian costume and to add to the ambiance as they stroll the streets.

This year’s event will reprise a crowd favorite from last year: it WILL snow at Dickens of a Christmas! Come decked out in holiday style to capture that perfect family picture.

Producing Dickens of a Christmas is just one of the many activities of The Heritage Foundation of Franklin & Williamson County. Since 1967 the non-profit group has been dedicated to protecting and preserving Williamson County’s historic, architectural and geographic resources; in short, saving the places that matter.

Holiday Story Time with the Sugar Plum Fairy

11:00 am | Saturday, Dec 10th
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Holiday Events in Downtown Franklin, TN

 

Join Visit Franklin and Dreams Do Come True Princess Parties this holiday season during Storytime at the Visitor Center! The Sugar Plum Fairy will be reading her favorite story during Dickens of a Christmas in Downtown Franklin, TN.

Space is limited.

 

Dickens of a Christmas

10:00 am | Saturday, Dec 10th
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The Heritage Foundation of Franklin & Williamson County – Dickens of a Christmas – Downtown Franklin, TN

Join us for the largest Christmas festival in Middle Tennessee! Step back in time with the Heritage Foundation of Franklin & Williamson County when Dickens of a Christmas returns to Franklin’s Main Street December 10-11, 2016.

Sponsored this year by Nissan, the 32nd annual free street festival will recreate the time of Charles Dickens using historic downtown Franklin’s Victorian architecture as the backdrop. Some 200 musicians, dancers and characters will fill the streets, including several from Charles Dickens’s stories. Expect to see and interact with 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.

As more attention is turned toward downtown Franklin in both the local and national press, we encourage festival goers to dress in Victorian costume and to add to the ambiance as they stroll the streets.

This year’s event will reprise a crowd favorite from last year: it WILL snow at Dickens of a Christmas! Come decked out in holiday style to capture that perfect family picture.

Producing Dickens of a Christmas is just one of the many activities of The Heritage Foundation of Franklin & Williamson County. Since 1967 the non-profit group has been dedicated to protecting and preserving Williamson County’s historic, architectural and geographic resources; in short, saving the places that matter.

Family Day

10:00 am | Saturday, Nov 5th
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Family Day in Franklin, TN – City of Franklin Parks

Join the City of Franklin Parks for a day of free fun on the farm!

Family Day is our signature event and there is so much to do: Live Music * Hay Rides * Inflatables * Petting Zoo * Miniature Train Rides * Cane Pole Fishing * Photo Booths * Princesses * Games * Crafts * Face Painting * Pong Rides * Corn Box * Delicious Food For Sale * & More!

For more information please visit Family Day and Facebook Page for the event.

Franklin— Come to The Park at Harlinsdale Farm for the 10th Annual Franklin Parks’ Family Day on November 5. Family Day is a free festival open to the public, and will take place from 10 AM – 2 PM at The Park at Harlinsdale Farm, located at 239 Franklin Road, across the street from The Factory in Historic Franklin.

Franklin Parks’ Family Day offers many opportunities for families to have a great time on this historical farm. The festival features activities like miniature train rides, hay rides, pony rides, and a petting zoo. Festival attendees can also enjoy cane pole fishing in the pond. There will be inflatables, a photo booth, face painting and other farm themed photo opportunities, crafts and games. Artists Kelsey K and Hickory Rose will be performing live! All rides and activities are free to attendees.

Safe Harbor Equine & Livestock Sanctuary will be doing roping and riding demonstrations at the TSC Arena. Safe Harbor will also be doing horse mane and tail braiding demonstrations, hosting corn hole and calf roping games for prizes, and raffles. Participants will also have the opportunity to meet foster horses, sponsor a foster or sanctuary horse, and have a photo opportunity with a “unicorn.”

Food will be offered for purchase by local food vendors including Itty Bitty Donuts, Hoss’ Loaded Burger, Buns on the Run, and more.

Following Family Day, there will be a grand opening event at the new K-9 Korral Dog Park at The Park at Harlinsdale Farm. The ribbon cutting will take place at 2:15 PM, with activities happening at the dog park location throughout the Family Day event.

Many local businesses are sponsoring the event including Friends of Franklin Parks, Tractor Supply Company, K-Love, Get Fit Franklin, The Goddard School – Franklin (Cool Springs), and Dreams Do Come True Princess Parties.

The 10th Annual Family Day Celebration is presented by the City of Franklin Parks Department. The City of Franklin Parks is committed to promoting the love of nature and provide opportunities for enjoyment of the parks in Franklin. For more information, please check out our website at www.franklintn.gov/FamilyDay. See entertainment schedule below.

 Family Day Live Entertainment Schedule 

10:25 AM                            Performance by Shining Starz Dance Studio                                                         K-Love Stage

11:00 AM                            Ariel & Friends (Dreams Do Come True Princess Parties)                    K-Love Stage

11:30 AM                            Kelsey K                                                                                                         K-Love Stage

11:30 AM                            Horse Demonstrations (Safe Harbor Equine & Livestock Sanctuary)               TSC Arena

12:30 PM                            Star Wars & Superheroes (Dreams Do Come True Princess Parties) K-Love Stage

1:00 PM                              Hickory Rose                                                                                                               K-Love Stage

 

 

 

 

Pumpkinfest Returns to Franklin, TN

2:34 pm | Thursday, Oct 27th
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Pumpkinfest festivals in Franklin, TN, family events and activities for kids, restaurants, shopping, entertainment, music and fun things to do in downtown Franklin.

Franklin, TN’s favorite celebration of fall returns October 29 from 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. 

 

Presented by Bank of America, the festival stretches along Main Street and its avenues and offers tons of festive fun for families.

Check out the lineup of things-to-do at Pumpkinfest!

Church of the City Kids’ Zone

Third Avenue South will be transformed into a full block of free children’s activities from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.  Bouncy houses, pony rides, face painting, games, a dedicated preschool area, and much more will keep the small fry entertained for hours.

HomeTown Pet Costume Contests

Costume contests for both humans and pets will take place on the stage on the Public Square.  More details will be coming soon!

Live Entertainment

Two stages will feature full lineups of music and dance performances.  In addition to the stage on the Public Square, this year a second stage will be located on Main Street at First Avenue, near Landmark Booksellers.  The ConSoulers will take the First Avenue stage at 4 p.m. for a two-hour street dance.  Additional stage lineups will be posted soon.

Arts and Crafts Vendors

More than 80 artists and crafts people with handmade wares will line Main Street from Second to Fifth Avenues.  Don’t miss the unique shopping opportunities.

Street Festival Food

Old favorites like corn dogs, funnel cakes, fried catfish, and chicken tenders will join some newer offerings in two dedicated food zones:  around the Public Square, and on Fourth Avenue South.

Chili Cook Off

The Franklin Tomorrow Chili Cook Off will take place on Third Avenue North.  For more information, click here.

The Great Pumpkin

Franklin’s Sister City, Carleton Place, Canada, is again growing our Great Pumpkin.  Stop by its location on the Public Square and guess its weight for a chance at a fabulous prize.

Grave Matters:  The Stories Behind the Stones

After dark, Franklin’s historic cemeteries will come to life with first-person stories of some of the folks buried there. For more information, click here.

Photo Ops

Be sure to bring the camera!  Photo ops will abound!

Parking

In addition to the parking in and around the downtown area, parking and shuttle service will be available from Church of the City and Harlinsdale Farm for $1 per person each way.  No pets, non-folding strollers, or food or drink except bottled water is allowed on the trolleys.

Producing Pumpkinfest is just one of the many activities of The Heritage Foundation of Franklin & Williamson County. Since 1967 the non-profit group has been dedicated to protecting and preserving Williamson County’s historic, architectural and geographic resources; in short, saving the places that matter.

Saddle Up! 25th Anniversary Homecoming

10:00 am | Saturday, Oct 15th
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Please join us Saturday, October 15th as we celebrate Saddle Up!’s 25th ANNIVERSARY HOMECOMING!

Activities include awards, demonstrations, exhibits, hay rides, and music. Lots of fun for the kids!

Lunch will be available for purchase from The Men of St. Paul’s.

Please RSVP to Tina Carpenter at 615-794-1150 or tcarpenter@saddleupnashville.org.

 

Kids Day

12:00 pm | Sunday, Oct 9th
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Touch a Truck – Thompson’s Station

10:00 am | Saturday, Oct 8th
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“TOUCH A TRUCK” IS SATURDAY

Free event tomorrow in Thompson’s Station

Williamson County Parks and Recreation’s annual “Touch a Truck” is Saturday, October 8! This free family friendly event will be held from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. in the parking lot of Thompson Station Church, 2604 Thompson Station Road and Columbia Pike. Kids of all ages will have the opportunity to look at, climb on and sound all the bells and whistles on nearly 30 different kinds of large scale construction and public service vehicles.

Kids can paint a toy vehicle to take home at the free craft tent, and families will enjoy a variety of entertainers on the performance stage, including musicians, magicians, and dancers! There will be free face painting and a raffle tent giving away lots of great prizes for the whole family, including cool items such as motorized kid’s vehicles and more! This is a great, hands-on opportunity for children and adults to explore all types of BIG vehicles. This event is for all ages to enjoy! Admission to the event is free; though cost is incurred for concessions from on-site food trucks. Rides on the D&H Railroad trackless train are just $1. Sponsors: The Children’s Academy and Sport Clips. Supporters: Premier Chiropractic, Lil’ Sluggers (LPG Sports Academy), Merle Norman, Hibbett Sports, Captain D’s, Dreams Do Come True, Buffalo Wild Wings, Whit’s Frozen Custard, FastStop and McDonald’s. Concessions: Moe Better, Kona Ice, D’s Kettle Corn.

For more information, contact Whitney Osborne at the Longview Recreation Center, (615) 302-0971, ext. 2214.

 

Sunday Polo in the Park

11:45 am | Sunday, Oct 2nd
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Sunday Polo in the Park
October Series in the TSC Arena At Harlinsdale Farm

  • Sunday, October 2 (Nashville vs Louisville)
  • Sunday,  October 9 (USA vs S.Africa Rematch)
  • Sunday, October 16 (Nashville vs Memphis)
  • Sunday, October 23 (University of KY Polo Team vs Franklin Polo Academy)

Schedule of Events

  • 11:45 AM Gates Open
  • 12:00PM Pre Game Franklin Polo Academy Match/ Polo Demonstration
  • 12:30 PM Match Begins
  • 1:15 PM Half Time Challenge
  • 1:30 PM Second Half
  • 2:15 PM Trophy Presentation

Alternating Kids Activities for Sunday Polo in the Park Series

  • Marco the Wooden Horse & Hitting Cage
  • Foot Mallet Area
  • Pony Rides
  • Meet the Franklin Polo Academy horses
  • Bounce House/Slide
  • Stick Horse Races

For more information please visit franklinpolo.com.

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