Spotlight: This Weekend in Franklin
Quick Weekend Wrap-Up
Category | Happenings & When |
|---|---|
This Weekend Events | The Rambling at Southall • Sept 12–13; Hadestown by Star Bright • Sept 12–13; Franklin Flea Market • Sept 13–14; Weaving Demo • Sept 13 7:30–10 PM; Music in the Park • Sept 13 |
Seasonal Out-of-Town | Cheekwood Harvest Festival • starts Sept 13 |
New & Hidden Gems | Safire, Etch & Secret Speakeasy; Pinkerton Park & Fort Granger |
The Rambling at Southall
Step into a night of laid-back elegance at Southall, where neighborhood lights glimmer and live music drifts through open-air lounge spaces. It’s a charming mix of mellow evening vibes and soulful serenade—perfect for unwinding under the stars.
Friday–Saturday, Sept 12–13 • 6:00 PM – 6:00 AM
The Star Bright Players Present Hadestown
This weekend, Franklin’s own Star Bright Players bring the Pulitzer Prize–winning musical Hadestown to life. Expect spellbinding performances, haunting melodies, and a storyline that reimagines ancient myth in breath-taking song and dance.
Friday–Saturday, Sept 12–13 • Evening shows
Franklin Flea Market (Season Kickoff!)
Browse artisan stalls, vintage treasures, and locally crafted goods at the Franklin Flea Market’s season opener. Whether it’s antique finds or handmade home goods, this market brings charm, layers of history, and friendly vendors.
Saturday–Sunday, Sept 13–14 • Starts 9:00 AM
Phyllis Narus Weaving Demonstration
Watch Franklin artisan Phyllis Narus transform yarn into stories with her hands—immersive weaving techniques on full display. It’s a beautiful moment to pause, learn, and connect with local creative tradition.
Saturday, Sept 13 • 7:30 PM – 10:00 PM
Cheekwood Harvest Festival
Step into fall magic just over the line in Nashville—Cheekwood’s expansive pumpkin villages, glowing scarecrow scenes, and seasonal treats are in full swing. It’s the easiest and most enchanting way to feel autumn’s heartbeat.
This weekend & beyond—daily starting Sept 13 • Daytime hours
Music in the Park: Westhaven Conservatory Band
Wind down Saturday under the sunset with live orchestral harmonies. Bring a blanket, pack a picnic, and let the warm notes carry you into a cozy community moment.
Saturday, Sept 13 • Times vary
Safire & Etch (Speakeasy Surprise)
Safire is back and Etch has just opened, bringing fresh energy to Franklin’s restaurant scene. And if you’re in for a bit of adventure: behind Mellow Mushroom, there’s a secret speakeasy. Find the electric box in the alley—flip the switch, wait for the light…and sip something unforgettable.
🍸 “Flip the switch, find the door—Franklin’s best-kept sip secret.”
Pinkerton Park & Fort Granger
When weekend plans slow down, find yourself amid green calm at Pinkerton Park—Storybook Trail, playground magic, and peaceful river views. Then take the trail onward to Fort Granger for a glimpse of Civil War earthworks and a moment to reflect on Franklin’s layered past.
Always open
Till next time,