Pumpkinfest

10:00 am | Saturday, Oct 29th
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Pumpkinfest – Franklin’s favorite celebration of fall returns October 29 from 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.

The festival stretches along Main Street and its avenues and offers tons of festive fun for families.

What to Expect

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.

Costume Contests
Costume contests for both humans and pets will take place on the Heritage Stage on the Public Square.  Costume contest categories are ages 0-2, 3-5, 6-11, 12+, groups, and pets.

Live Entertainment
Two stages will feature full lineups of music and dance performances.

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.

Extreme Pumpkin Carving
Check out the Leiper’s Fork Carving Club as they demonstrate their carving skills with pumpkins.

Circus Entertainment
 Nashville-based circus group Beyond Wings will perform Halloween-themed aerial arts!

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. The cemetery tours will run from 7 – 9 p.m. For more information or tickets, 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.

For more information please visit Pumpkinfest.

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.

 

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.

One Night Only – Gala

7:00 pm | Friday, Aug 19th
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One Night Only Studio Tenn Franklin TNStudio Tenn’s Annual Fundraiser Gala – in Liberty Hall at The Factory in Franklin, TN – Friday, August 19, 2016

Cocktails, Food & Silent Auction at 7:00 PM
Entertainment begins at 8:30 PM

Honorary Co-chairs: Clare Armistead & Melinda Doolittle

Studio Tenn’s annual fundraising gala ONE NIGHT ONLY is one of the most highly anticipated, knock-your-socks-off social events of the season. Experience an unbelievable night of live entertainment, dinner, drinks and an unparalleled silent auction to support the 7th season of Middle Tennessee’s own world-class professional theatre company.

Performers and special guests TBA. This year’s event is by invitation only.

* Open bar and heavy hors d’oeuvres included in ticket price

For more information, please visit One Night Only.

Battle of Franklin Trust to host 6th annual Bootlegger’s Bash

5:30 pm | Friday, Jul 15th
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Herald Reports

The Battle of Franklin Trust will host the sixth annual Bootlegger’s Bash on Saturday, Aug. 13, at 7 p.m. at Carnton Plantation.

Guests will celebrate Williamson County’s unique history of bootlegging with a casual evening featuring local whiskey, a delicious Southern supper and live entertainment. All proceeds from this ticketed event will be donated to the preservation of Carnton Plantation and The Carter House.

“Bootleggers Bash is a staple event at Carnton Plantation and always attracts a fun crowd,” said Brittany Mayfield, wedding and event coordinator at The Battle of Franklin Trust. “Guests will enjoy food and drink while dancing to a live local band.”

Read more at Williamson Herald.

Main Street Festival

11:00 am | Sunday, Apr 24th
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Main Street Festival – Downtown Franklin, TN

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

10AM-10PM (Saturday)
11AM-6PM (Sunday)

What to Expect
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.

For more information please visit Main Street Festival.

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