Every Saturday & Sunday November 29 - December 21 from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.: Celebrate the spirit of the season with our Santa Brunch at 1799, a cherished holiday tradition featuring festive dishes, joyful ambiance, and a special visit from Santa himself from 10:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. Gather with family and friends for a timeless celebration filled with warmth and cheer.

Visitor Experience Tip: Reserve your table online to save your spot!

December 5 from 6 - 8:30 p.m.: The City of Franklin will light up the spectacular Christmas tree on Public Square, accompanied by special performances and an appearance from Santa Claus!

Visitor Experience Tip: The tree lighting is expected at 7:15 p.m. Plan ahead for parking and check out their maps online!

December 5 from 6 - 9 p.m.: Franklin Art Scene is a free event on the first Friday of every month that invites participants into downtown Franklin’s historic buildings and celebrates Williamson County’s unique artistic talent. Celebrate local artists showcasing work in a variety of mediums, and enjoy complimentary refreshments and live music along the way.

Visitor Experience Tip: Stop by our Franklin Visitor Center to shop Lavender Girl and enjoy snow cones for purchase from Margaritas & More.

December 13 from 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. & December 14 from 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.: The Heritage Foundation of Williamson County's Dickens of a Christmas is an annual holiday favorite! Be transported back to the time of Charles Dickens with historic downtown Franklin’s charming architecture as the backdrop. A variety of musicians, dancers, and Dickens characters will fill the streets for two days of festivities.

Visitor Experience Tip: There's plenty of family-friendly entertainment and photo ops! Expect to see and interact with the nefarious Fagin from Oliver Twist; Jacob Marley, Ebenezer Scrooge, Tiny Tim and the rest of the Cratchit family from A Christmas Carol; and, of course, a Victorian Father and Mother Christmas with treats for children!

November 21 - December 31 from 5 - 9 p.m.: Come experience Williamson County's annual drive-through holiday light display, open nightly rain or shine. There are over 200 synchronized displays that you can listen along to on the radio!

Visitor Experience Tip: Take time to get out of the car and take selfies by the stunning Christmas tree, make s’mores by the fire pits, and savor snacks from the food truck.

November 21 - December 31: Victory Ground is pleased to offer nightly tours from 5 - 9 p.m. in Franklin. Tours are customizable to drive through spectacular lights. See the 40-foot Christmas tree on the Square! Hiring a private car service lets you fully immerse yourself in the experience without worrying about navigation, parking, or traffic. Share stories, sing along to holiday music, and create lasting memories together! SUV, sprinter van, or minibus available for groups of all sizes. Call (615) 510-7878 or email book@drivenbyvictory.com to arrange your sightseeing tour today!

Visitor Experience Tip: Save room for dessert: Christmas cookies are included on your tour!

Starting with bricks of chocolate as the foundation, Kilwins makes over 75 different handmade products, from fudge to truffles and even sugar-free confections.

Visitor Experience Tip: Each and every piece of their candy receives many “touches,” either by loving hands or time-tested machines. For example, the final step of creating their delicious chocolate-covered caramels involves the delicate decorative touch of a gloved finger, not a stamp from a mechanized cookie-cutter. The burnished copper kettle fire mixer used to make peanut brittle predates World War II.

Saturday, December 6th from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.: Head to Franklin High School’s beloved Mistletoe Market—admission is free and open to the public! This festive shopping event will feature over 100 vendors offering a wide variety of unique and handcrafted items—including gifts, home décor, apparel, jewelry, gourmet

foods, accessories, woodworking, sweets, and more. Whether you're shopping for the holidays, a birthday, graduation, or just because, you're sure to find something special. There will also be a number of food trucks on site. The FHS Mistletoe Market is hosted by the Franklin High School Class of 2026, with proceeds benefiting their Project Graduation.

Visitor Experience Tip: Don't miss a magical visit from Santa and Mrs. Claus between 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.! Bring your wish list and get ready for a perfect holiday photo opportunity.

November 29 from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.: Celebrate the season and explore handcrafted gifts, cozy knitwear, homemade treats, and one-of a kind creations from talented local artisans at Southall's Event Center. It's the perfect way to find something special and soak in the holiday spirit.

Visitor Experience Tip: Make a reservation to stay on site longer and enjoy dinner at January. This seed-to-fork menu recently won a MICHELIN Guide Green Star for its excellence in sustainability. Ingredients for their dishes are grown on property, and it's a spectacular culinary journey!

Elevate your espresso martini experience with Stable Reserve's Espresso Martini Trees! Includes 12 mini espresso martinis to share (or not) with friends. Each martini is about 3/4 of a regular martini, so it is the cutest (and most delicious) bang for your buck. Available all day, every day.

Visitor Experience Tip: Enjoy free live music every Friday & Saturday night from 7 - 10 p.m., featuring incredibly talented local artists.

Select dates in December: The Franklin Theatre will host screenings of family-friendly holiday classics such as Home Alone, Elf, Miracle on 34th Street, How the Grinch Stole Christmas, It's A Wonderful Life, The Polar Express, and more!

Visitor Experience Tip: There's a movie for all ages and interests! Stop by Kilwins next door for a sweet treat afterwards!

Be an artist for a day and paint a special piece of Christmas pottery! Pick up your ceramic masterpiece seven days after it's glazed and fired, or have it shipped home! Walk-ins are welcome; open daily. For groups of six or more, call ahead to reserve your space.

Visitor Experience Tip: Traveling? No worries! They can ship your piece home as well for a small fee. They are also equipped to accommodate larger groups for whole family fun.

Twine Graphics‘ retail location specializes in Tennessee-inspired apparel, gifts, and more, the majority of which are designed or produced a mile down the road at their production location.

Visitor Experience Tip: Stop by during the tree lighting on Friday, December 5 from 6 - 8:30 p.m. to enjoy special treats!

Vinnie Louise believes that fashion is a form of self-expression, and their goal is to help every woman express herself confidently and authentically. At Vinnie Louise, shoppers can browse trendy, affordable women’s apparel and accessories. They also offer welded permanent jewelry and a customizable charm bar for a personalized touch.

Visitor Experience Tip: Traveling light but still want to support local? You can also shop their looks online!