Holidays at The Factory - Franklin, TN Santa Visit

Holidays at The Factory

Welcome to the Holidays at The Factory!

The most wonderful time of the year is here, and The Factory is your holiday destination. The Factory will be alive with festive events, delicious treats, and unique shopping experiences to make your holidays truly magical. Don’t miss the excitement, and let’s make this season unforgettable together!

Santa Visits

Santa Claus is coming to The Factory! Mark your calendars to meet Santa on Saturdays, Dec 6, 13 & 20 from 10 AM–1 PM. Snap magical photos in front of our dazzling 18-foot vintage Christmas tree!

Photos with Santa are complimentary and taken with your personal camera/phone.

Mail Your Letters to Santa

All month long, bring your Letters to Santa to The Carousel of Dreams special North Pole mailbox, where their cherished carousel animals will give your holiday wishes straight to Santa himself. You can drop off your letters anytime now through December 23!

Complimentary Gift Wrapping

Enjoy complimentary gift wrapping every Saturday in December from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. inside The Factory’s newly opened Visitor Center located next to The White Alligator, Suite 11GG.

New Year’s Eve starring The Smoking Section

Liberty Hall, Dec. 31. 🎶

Say goodbye to 2025 and welcome 2026 in unforgettable style at The Factory at Franklin’s Liberty Hall, where we’re throwing the ultimate New Year’s Eve celebration featuring The Smoking Section—Nashville’s premier party band known for bringing the house down with powerhouse vocals, horn-driven soul, funk, and nonstop energy.

This ticketed event promises an incredible night of live music, dancing, celebration, and champagne as we count down to midnight together. Whether you’re a longtime fan or ready to experience the band for the first time, this is the perfect way to cap off the year.

The Skylight NYE Bash: Ring in 2026!

The Skylight, Dec. 31. 🎶

No plans? No problem! Head to The Skylight in Grand Hall at The Factory to ring in 2026 in style! This family-friendly, non-ticketed event features BINGO, DJ tunes and much more. Join us anytime from 9 PM after the Ball Drop and celebrate the New Year with great vibes and good company. Jeni’s Ice Cream will be open until midnight as well!

Holiday Choir Performances

Experience the magic of the season with live performances by talented choirs from local schools. Gather in our Grand Hall to enjoy the harmonious sounds of the holidays. As you stroll through The Factory, let the festive melodies fill the air and your heart with holiday cheer!

 

Friday, Dec. 19

  • 11:00 a.m. performance by Heritage Middle School

Saturday, Dec. 20

  • 10:00 a.m. performance by Franklin First Methodist Church Choir