Things To Do in Franklin, TN
The Factory at Franklin offers something for everyone! From lively farmers markets and local artisan goods to dynamic performances and community events. Join us and experience the welcoming spirit that makes The Factory a Franklin favorite.
Calendar of Events
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Join The Skylight Bar in Grand Hall for Happy Hour every Monday-Friday 12-6 p.m.! Featuring $10 Cocktail Specials $1 Off all Drafts $9 Wine $7 Well Drinks $4 N/A Nashville Tea + Lemonade 
Already know your way around the tiles? Come join us for friendly open play, great company, and a little Monday magic. Tickets are now complimentary, but we ask that you reserve your seat in advance. Players must have some knowledge of Mahjong to join open play. New to Mahjong or want to gain more confidence […] 
Mojo’s Tacos is offering delicious happy hour specials from 3-6pm Monday – Friday!! |
6 events,
Join The Skylight Bar in Grand Hall for Happy Hour every Monday-Friday 12-6 p.m.! Featuring $10 Cocktail Specials $1 Off all Drafts $9 Wine $7 Well Drinks $4 N/A Nashville Tea + Lemonade 
History meets happy hour in this lively walking tour through The Factory! Join our staff historian at The Skylight and order your favorite beverage to bring with you as we stroll through The Factory’s storied past, present, and future. Perfect for those who want a little history with their happy hour fun! Tour Details: Duration: 1.5 […]
$30
Test your trivia knowledge and toast to triumph with your team at The Skylight Bar every Tuesday night beginning at 7:00pm. Trivia hosted by Challenge Entertainment.
Free
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7 events,
Wine Down Wednesday offers half price wine by the bottle all day! Also featuring live bands on select Wednesdays on the patio. 
Welcome to The Factory! Join our staff historian on a stroll through The Factory’s halls and learn about our industrial past, the people who worked here, and the products they made, as well as how a former stove works turned bedding manufacturing plant came to be one of Franklin’s favorite landmarks. We’ll cover 95 years […]
$12
Join The Skylight Bar in Grand Hall for Happy Hour every Monday-Friday 12-6 p.m.! Featuring $10 Cocktail Specials $1 Off all Drafts $9 Wine $7 Well Drinks $4 N/A Nashville Tea + Lemonade 
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7 events,
Join The Skylight Bar in Grand Hall for Happy Hour every Monday-Friday 12-6 p.m.! Featuring $10 Cocktail Specials $1 Off all Drafts $9 Wine $7 Well Drinks $4 N/A Nashville Tea + Lemonade 
Welcome to The Factory! Join our staff historian on a stroll through The Factory’s halls and learn about our industrial past, the people who worked here, and the products they made, as well as how a former stove works turned bedding manufacturing plant came to be one of Franklin’s favorite landmarks. We’ll cover 95 years […]
$12
Thursday, 12/4 College Grove Elementary 6pm-6:30pm Friday, 12/5 Poplar Grove Middle School 11am-11:30am Saturday, 12/6 Mill Creek Elementary 10am-10:30am Poplar Grove Elementary 11am-11:30am Summit H.S. 12pm-12:30pm Grassland Elementary 5pm-5:30pm Friday, 12/12 Franklin Elementary School 11am-11:30am Freedom Middle School 12pm-12:30pm Saturday, 12/13 Winstead Elementary 10am-10:30am Arrington Elementary 11am-11:30am Ravenwood H.S. 12pm-12:30pm Independence H.S. 5pm-5:30pm Friday, 12/19 […] |
10 events,
Welcome to The Factory! Join our staff historian on a stroll through The Factory’s halls and learn about our industrial past, the people who worked here, and the products they made, as well as how a former stove works turned bedding manufacturing plant came to be one of Franklin’s favorite landmarks. We’ll cover 95 years […]
$12
Thursday, 12/4 College Grove Elementary 6pm-6:30pm Friday, 12/5 Poplar Grove Middle School 11am-11:30am Saturday, 12/6 Mill Creek Elementary 10am-10:30am Poplar Grove Elementary 11am-11:30am Summit H.S. 12pm-12:30pm Grassland Elementary 5pm-5:30pm Friday, 12/12 Franklin Elementary School 11am-11:30am Freedom Middle School 12pm-12:30pm Saturday, 12/13 Winstead Elementary 10am-10:30am Arrington Elementary 11am-11:30am Ravenwood H.S. 12pm-12:30pm Independence H.S. 5pm-5:30pm Friday, 12/19 […] |
10 events,
Parking Shuttle Information: Franklin Transit provides shuttle service every Saturday to the Franklin Farmers Market. The shuttle runs back and forth from Liberty Elementary School (600 Liberty Pike), to The Factory, (230 Franklin Rd.), from 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. $1 each way ($2 roundtrip); children under 5 ride for $.50. Cash only. The Franklin […] 
Don’t miss the chance to meet Santa Claus on December 6, 13, and 20 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. in Grand Hall. Snap a photo with Santa in front of our dazzling 18-foot-tall vintage themed Christmas tree! Make The Factory your destination for all things festive this holiday season!
Free
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6 events,
Fall in love all over again with the timeless charm of White Christmas. December 4-21, 2025 This heartwarming musical follows WWII veterans Bob Wallace and Phil Davis as they team up with a pair of singing sisters for a holiday show at a cozy Vermont inn—only to discover it’s owned by their beloved former commander. […] |
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3 events,
Join The Skylight Bar in Grand Hall for Happy Hour every Monday-Friday 12-6 p.m.! Featuring $10 Cocktail Specials $1 Off all Drafts $9 Wine $7 Well Drinks $4 N/A Nashville Tea + Lemonade
Already know your way around the tiles? Come join us for friendly open play, great company, and a little Monday magic. Tickets are now complimentary, but we ask that you reserve your seat in advance. Players must have some knowledge of Mahjong to join open play. New to Mahjong or want to gain more confidence […]
Mojo’s Tacos is offering delicious happy hour specials from 3-6pm Monday – Friday!! |
8 events,
Join The Skylight Bar in Grand Hall for Happy Hour every Monday-Friday 12-6 p.m.! Featuring $10 Cocktail Specials $1 Off all Drafts $9 Wine $7 Well Drinks $4 N/A Nashville Tea + Lemonade
History meets happy hour in this lively walking tour through The Factory! Join our staff historian at The Skylight and order your favorite beverage to bring with you as we stroll through The Factory’s storied past, present, and future. Perfect for those who want a little history with their happy hour fun! Tour Details: Duration: 1.5 […]
$30
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BrightStone’s Annual Christmas Program is our way of giving back to the community! This free, family-friendly holiday event offers and evening of music and holiday fun proudly performed by BrightStone students! This event also includes an hors d’oeuvres buffet and BrightStone holiday pop-up shoppe. Come see BrightStone student performances that are sure to put you […] |
9 events,
Wine Down Wednesday offers half price wine by the bottle all day! Also featuring live bands on select Wednesdays on the patio. 
Join Harbor + Union on the second Wednesday of each month for The Round, their event for business owners and teams to connect, learn, and grow together. Offered the second Wednesday of every month, 8:30 a.m.-10 a.m.
Free
Welcome to The Factory! Join our staff historian on a stroll through The Factory’s halls and learn about our industrial past, the people who worked here, and the products they made, as well as how a former stove works turned bedding manufacturing plant came to be one of Franklin’s favorite landmarks. We’ll cover 95 years […]
$12
Join The Skylight Bar in Grand Hall for Happy Hour every Monday-Friday 12-6 p.m.! Featuring $10 Cocktail Specials $1 Off all Drafts $9 Wine $7 Well Drinks $4 N/A Nashville Tea + Lemonade |
7 events,
Join The Skylight Bar in Grand Hall for Happy Hour every Monday-Friday 12-6 p.m.! Featuring $10 Cocktail Specials $1 Off all Drafts $9 Wine $7 Well Drinks $4 N/A Nashville Tea + Lemonade
Welcome to The Factory! Join our staff historian on a stroll through The Factory’s halls and learn about our industrial past, the people who worked here, and the products they made, as well as how a former stove works turned bedding manufacturing plant came to be one of Franklin’s favorite landmarks. We’ll cover 95 years […]
$12
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Merry Little Market by Women in Business is the ultimate holiday experience, hosted at The Factory at Franklin. Join us for a festive afternoon of Sip, Shop, and Socialize as you explore over 50 unique vendors offering handmade gifts, holiday décor, and one-of-a-kind treasures. Enjoy complimentary food samplings, indulge in seasonal sips, and embrace the holiday […] |
10 events,
Welcome to The Factory! Join our staff historian on a stroll through The Factory’s halls and learn about our industrial past, the people who worked here, and the products they made, as well as how a former stove works turned bedding manufacturing plant came to be one of Franklin’s favorite landmarks. We’ll cover 95 years […]
$12
Thursday, 12/4 College Grove Elementary 6pm-6:30pm Friday, 12/5 Poplar Grove Middle School 11am-11:30am Saturday, 12/6 Mill Creek Elementary 10am-10:30am Poplar Grove Elementary 11am-11:30am Summit H.S. 12pm-12:30pm Grassland Elementary 5pm-5:30pm Friday, 12/12 Franklin Elementary School 11am-11:30am Freedom Middle School 12pm-12:30pm Saturday, 12/13 Winstead Elementary 10am-10:30am Arrington Elementary 11am-11:30am Ravenwood H.S. 12pm-12:30pm Independence H.S. 5pm-5:30pm Friday, 12/19 […] |
11 events,
Parking Shuttle Information: Franklin Transit provides shuttle service every Saturday to the Franklin Farmers Market. The shuttle runs back and forth from Liberty Elementary School (600 Liberty Pike), to The Factory, (230 Franklin Rd.), from 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. $1 each way ($2 roundtrip); children under 5 ride for $.50. Cash only. The Franklin […] 
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Franklin, get ready to dive into the holiday spirit at The Factory! We’re thrilled to bring you a dazzling day of festive fun! Come shop from an incredible lineup of skilled artisans from Franklin, Nashville, and beyond. Savor delicious food, sip on seasonal drinks, and soak up the warm community energy that makes Franklin truly […]
$5
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5 events,
Fall in love all over again with the timeless charm of White Christmas. December 4-21, 2025 This heartwarming musical follows WWII veterans Bob Wallace and Phil Davis as they team up with a pair of singing sisters for a holiday show at a cozy Vermont inn—only to discover it’s owned by their beloved former commander. […] |
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4 events,
Join The Skylight Bar in Grand Hall for Happy Hour every Monday-Friday 12-6 p.m.! Featuring $10 Cocktail Specials $1 Off all Drafts $9 Wine $7 Well Drinks $4 N/A Nashville Tea + Lemonade
Already know your way around the tiles? Come join us for friendly open play, great company, and a little Monday magic. Tickets are now complimentary, but we ask that you reserve your seat in advance. Players must have some knowledge of Mahjong to join open play. New to Mahjong or want to gain more confidence […] 
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Get ready for a festive night filled with holiday cheer and live music!! The Circle of Giving invites the community to celebrate the magic of the holiday season at the inaugural “A Franklin Christmas,” presented by The Circle of Giving with Steven Curtis Chapman & Friends, on Monday, Dec. 15, 2025, at Liberty Hall. Tickets […] |
7 events,
Join The Skylight Bar in Grand Hall for Happy Hour every Monday-Friday 12-6 p.m.! Featuring $10 Cocktail Specials $1 Off all Drafts $9 Wine $7 Well Drinks $4 N/A Nashville Tea + Lemonade
History meets happy hour in this lively walking tour through The Factory! Join our staff historian at The Skylight and order your favorite beverage to bring with you as we stroll through The Factory’s storied past, present, and future. Perfect for those who want a little history with their happy hour fun! Tour Details: Duration: 1.5 […]
$30
Test your trivia knowledge and toast to triumph with your team at The Skylight Bar every Tuesday night beginning at 7:00pm. Trivia hosted by Challenge Entertainment.
Free
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8 events,
Wine Down Wednesday offers half price wine by the bottle all day! Also featuring live bands on select Wednesdays on the patio.
Welcome to The Factory! Join our staff historian on a stroll through The Factory’s halls and learn about our industrial past, the people who worked here, and the products they made, as well as how a former stove works turned bedding manufacturing plant came to be one of Franklin’s favorite landmarks. We’ll cover 95 years […]
$12
Join The Skylight Bar in Grand Hall for Happy Hour every Monday-Friday 12-6 p.m.! Featuring $10 Cocktail Specials $1 Off all Drafts $9 Wine $7 Well Drinks $4 N/A Nashville Tea + Lemonade
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6 events,
Join The Skylight Bar in Grand Hall for Happy Hour every Monday-Friday 12-6 p.m.! Featuring $10 Cocktail Specials $1 Off all Drafts $9 Wine $7 Well Drinks $4 N/A Nashville Tea + Lemonade
Welcome to The Factory! Join our staff historian on a stroll through The Factory’s halls and learn about our industrial past, the people who worked here, and the products they made, as well as how a former stove works turned bedding manufacturing plant came to be one of Franklin’s favorite landmarks. We’ll cover 95 years […]
$12
Fall in love all over again with the timeless charm of White Christmas. December 4-21, 2025 This heartwarming musical follows WWII veterans Bob Wallace and Phil Davis as they team up with a pair of singing sisters for a holiday show at a cozy Vermont inn—only to discover it’s owned by their beloved former commander. […] |
9 events,
Welcome to The Factory! Join our staff historian on a stroll through The Factory’s halls and learn about our industrial past, the people who worked here, and the products they made, as well as how a former stove works turned bedding manufacturing plant came to be one of Franklin’s favorite landmarks. We’ll cover 95 years […]
$12
Thursday, 12/4 College Grove Elementary 6pm-6:30pm Friday, 12/5 Poplar Grove Middle School 11am-11:30am Saturday, 12/6 Mill Creek Elementary 10am-10:30am Poplar Grove Elementary 11am-11:30am Summit H.S. 12pm-12:30pm Grassland Elementary 5pm-5:30pm Friday, 12/12 Franklin Elementary School 11am-11:30am Freedom Middle School 12pm-12:30pm Saturday, 12/13 Winstead Elementary 10am-10:30am Arrington Elementary 11am-11:30am Ravenwood H.S. 12pm-12:30pm Independence H.S. 5pm-5:30pm Friday, 12/19 […] |
9 events,
Parking Shuttle Information: Franklin Transit provides shuttle service every Saturday to the Franklin Farmers Market. The shuttle runs back and forth from Liberty Elementary School (600 Liberty Pike), to The Factory, (230 Franklin Rd.), from 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. $1 each way ($2 roundtrip); children under 5 ride for $.50. Cash only. The Franklin […]
Don’t miss the chance to meet Santa Claus on December 6, 13, and 20 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. in Grand Hall. Snap a photo with Santa in front of our dazzling 18-foot-tall vintage themed Christmas tree! Make The Factory your destination for all things festive this holiday season!
Free
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5 events,
Fall in love all over again with the timeless charm of White Christmas. December 4-21, 2025 This heartwarming musical follows WWII veterans Bob Wallace and Phil Davis as they team up with a pair of singing sisters for a holiday show at a cozy Vermont inn—only to discover it’s owned by their beloved former commander. […] |
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3 events,
Join The Skylight Bar in Grand Hall for Happy Hour every Monday-Friday 12-6 p.m.! Featuring $10 Cocktail Specials $1 Off all Drafts $9 Wine $7 Well Drinks $4 N/A Nashville Tea + Lemonade
Already know your way around the tiles? Come join us for friendly open play, great company, and a little Monday magic. Tickets are now complimentary, but we ask that you reserve your seat in advance. Players must have some knowledge of Mahjong to join open play. New to Mahjong or want to gain more confidence […]
Mojo’s Tacos is offering delicious happy hour specials from 3-6pm Monday – Friday!! |
6 events,
Join The Skylight Bar in Grand Hall for Happy Hour every Monday-Friday 12-6 p.m.! Featuring $10 Cocktail Specials $1 Off all Drafts $9 Wine $7 Well Drinks $4 N/A Nashville Tea + Lemonade
History meets happy hour in this lively walking tour through The Factory! Join our staff historian at The Skylight and order your favorite beverage to bring with you as we stroll through The Factory’s storied past, present, and future. Perfect for those who want a little history with their happy hour fun! Tour Details: Duration: 1.5 […]
$30
Test your trivia knowledge and toast to triumph with your team at The Skylight Bar every Tuesday night beginning at 7:00pm. Trivia hosted by Challenge Entertainment.
Free
|
5 events,
Wine Down Wednesday offers half price wine by the bottle all day! Also featuring live bands on select Wednesdays on the patio.
Join The Skylight Bar in Grand Hall for Happy Hour every Monday-Friday 12-6 p.m.! Featuring $10 Cocktail Specials $1 Off all Drafts $9 Wine $7 Well Drinks $4 N/A Nashville Tea + Lemonade 
Come to Saffire’s happy hour every Tuesday thought Saturday from 3-6pm where everything is $7!! 
Come to the bar at etch between 2-5pm Tuesday – Sunday to enjoy happy hour drinks and a selection of light bites! |
4 events,
Join The Skylight Bar in Grand Hall for Happy Hour every Monday-Friday 12-6 p.m.! Featuring $10 Cocktail Specials $1 Off all Drafts $9 Wine $7 Well Drinks $4 N/A Nashville Tea + Lemonade
Come to Saffire’s happy hour every Tuesday thought Saturday from 3-6pm where everything is $7!!
Come to the bar at etch between 2-5pm Tuesday – Sunday to enjoy happy hour drinks and a selection of light bites! |
5 events,
Join The Skylight Bar in Grand Hall for Happy Hour every Monday-Friday 12-6 p.m.! Featuring $10 Cocktail Specials $1 Off all Drafts $9 Wine $7 Well Drinks $4 N/A Nashville Tea + Lemonade
Come to Saffire’s happy hour every Tuesday thought Saturday from 3-6pm where everything is $7!! |
5 events,
Parking Shuttle Information: Franklin Transit provides shuttle service every Saturday to the Franklin Farmers Market. The shuttle runs back and forth from Liberty Elementary School (600 Liberty Pike), to The Factory, (230 Franklin Rd.), from 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. $1 each way ($2 roundtrip); children under 5 ride for $.50. Cash only. The Franklin […]
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3 events,
Come to the bar at etch between 2-5pm Tuesday – Sunday to enjoy happy hour drinks and a selection of light bites! |
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3 events,
Join The Skylight Bar in Grand Hall for Happy Hour every Monday-Friday 12-6 p.m.! Featuring $10 Cocktail Specials $1 Off all Drafts $9 Wine $7 Well Drinks $4 N/A Nashville Tea + Lemonade
Already know your way around the tiles? Come join us for friendly open play, great company, and a little Monday magic. Tickets are now complimentary, but we ask that you reserve your seat in advance. Players must have some knowledge of Mahjong to join open play. New to Mahjong or want to gain more confidence […]
Mojo’s Tacos is offering delicious happy hour specials from 3-6pm Monday – Friday!! |
5 events,
Join The Skylight Bar in Grand Hall for Happy Hour every Monday-Friday 12-6 p.m.! Featuring $10 Cocktail Specials $1 Off all Drafts $9 Wine $7 Well Drinks $4 N/A Nashville Tea + Lemonade
Test your trivia knowledge and toast to triumph with your team at The Skylight Bar every Tuesday night beginning at 7:00pm. Trivia hosted by Challenge Entertainment.
Free
Come to Saffire’s happy hour every Tuesday thought Saturday from 3-6pm where everything is $7!! |
6 events,
Wine Down Wednesday offers half price wine by the bottle all day! Also featuring live bands on select Wednesdays on the patio.
Join The Skylight Bar in Grand Hall for Happy Hour every Monday-Friday 12-6 p.m.! Featuring $10 Cocktail Specials $1 Off all Drafts $9 Wine $7 Well Drinks $4 N/A Nashville Tea + Lemonade
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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.
Free
Come to Saffire’s happy hour every Tuesday thought Saturday from 3-6pm where everything is $7!! |
4 events,
Join The Skylight Bar in Grand Hall for Happy Hour every Monday-Friday 12-6 p.m.! Featuring $10 Cocktail Specials $1 Off all Drafts $9 Wine $7 Well Drinks $4 N/A Nashville Tea + Lemonade
Come to Saffire’s happy hour every Tuesday thought Saturday from 3-6pm where everything is $7!!
Come to the bar at etch between 2-5pm Tuesday – Sunday to enjoy happy hour drinks and a selection of light bites! |
5 events,
Join The Skylight Bar in Grand Hall for Happy Hour every Monday-Friday 12-6 p.m.! Featuring $10 Cocktail Specials $1 Off all Drafts $9 Wine $7 Well Drinks $4 N/A Nashville Tea + Lemonade
Come to Saffire’s happy hour every Tuesday thought Saturday from 3-6pm where everything is $7!! |
6 events,
Parking Shuttle Information: Franklin Transit provides shuttle service every Saturday to the Franklin Farmers Market. The shuttle runs back and forth from Liberty Elementary School (600 Liberty Pike), to The Factory, (230 Franklin Rd.), from 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. $1 each way ($2 roundtrip); children under 5 ride for $.50. Cash only. The Franklin […] 
Make the Factory your weekly farmers market stop!! Every Saturday from 8-12p.m. outside our iconic Water Tower Plaza at The Factory! Vendors include: Sugarcane Sweets & Treats Pig & Leaf Farm to Table 1822 Farms Simply Sourdough by Crystal Modern Myth Jewelry Haas Dough & Co Nanaw’s Classic Brittle Hidden Willow Farms The Savory Nest […]
Free
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4 events,
Come to the bar at etch between 2-5pm Tuesday – Sunday to enjoy happy hour drinks and a selection of light bites! |
