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.
Have your children join us for a show and tell of several Civil War era musical instruments, along with examples of the songs the soldiers would sing in battle and camp. After crafting their own drum, the children will be able to drum along to camp and field favorites and walk Franklin’s battlefield. This class is for children ages 5-12. Reservations are required and the cost is $15/child. Please contact Angell Wallace at (615) 794-0903 or angell@boft.org.
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Williamson County Parks and Recreation is pleased to announce a September 17 JEAPS (Junior Excursion Adventure Programs) paintball trip for adventurous 11 to 15 year olds. Join the fun on Saturday, September 17, 2016 for a fun-filled day of paintball! This trip is for kids ages 11 to 15, and will meet at the Franklin Recreation Complex, 1120 Hillsboro Road at 8:30 a.m. and return at 4:00 p.m. Each participant should wear old clothes and bring a sack lunch, snacks and water. The basic trip ($40) includes transportation and paintball equipment with 200 paintballs. It is recommended that participants bring cash to purchase an additional paintballs on site for $15.
Register on line (program #8033) at www.wcparksandrec.com. For more information, contact Whitney Osborne (615) 302-0971, ext. 2214 or at WhitneyO@williamson-tn.org..
all ages
Saturday, September 10, 2016
1 – 3 p.m.
Last Hike Leaves at 1:30
Free
Come out to Owl’s Hill for a free hike! Join one of our staff members or volunteers on a guided hike through Owl’s Hill. This is a great opportunity for families, individuals, and small groups to come enjoy the trails of Owl’s Hill and get some exercise. The hike will be approximately two to three miles with some moderate hill climbs included. Hikes will start at 1:00.
To register please visit Owl’s Hill Nature Sanctuary.
Did you know that there is a cabin at Owl’s Hill? Children will learn how pioneers lived life in a cabin in the woods.
Ages 3 – 5
Tues., September 6 or Wed., September 7th
10 – 11:30 a.m.
$10/ adult and one child; $7.00 each additional person
For more information please visit Owl’s Hill Nature Sanctuary.
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.
Williamson County Fair – Franklin, TN – Fun Family Activities and Events!Because we have air conditioned building, packed full of cool vendor booths, cool food and cool free entertainment! Our fairgrounds also features “misting fans” located throughout the midway. You can get a quick, cool “mist” between rides, outdoor shows and as you stroll the midways!
No registration required.
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!
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.