Calendar of Events
The cities and towns of Williamson and Maury Counties enjoy a good celebration and have lots to offer its residents and visitors. This is just a sampling of some of the many events you can find taking place. In case of changes or updates, please check the time, date and location before attending the event.
May 2-4
Mid South Live Steamers Spring Meet
Maury County Park, 1018 Maury County Park Drive, Columbia
10am - 3:30pm
May 3
Columbia First Fridays
Downtown Columbia
5pm - 8pm
May 3
Franklin First Friday Art Scene Art Crawl
Franklin Main Street, Franklin
6pm - 9pm
Join the Mid-South Live Steamers for their Spring Meet the first weekend of May! Ride the trains for free – no tickets needed. Click here for more info!
Experience shopping, dining, live music, and more on the streets of downtown Columbia. Access free public parking lots at 700 N. Garden St, 202 W. 6th St, and 119 E 7th St. A shuttle bus is available throughout the entirety of the event rotating between Columbia Plaza and Downtown every 15 minutes at 415 W 7th St. Click here for more info!
A free event, Art Crawl celebrates local craftsmanship and is held the first Friday of each month at businesses and venues throughout downtown Franklin. Click here for more info!
May 3-5
Star Bright Players’ The Hunchback of Notre Dame
Williamson County Performing Arts Center, 112 Everbright Avenue, Franklin
7pm
May 3-5
53rd Annual Spring Tennessee Craft Fair
Centennial Park, Nashville
May 4-5, 11-12, 18-19, 25-27
2024 Tennessee Renaissance Festival
2135 New Castle Road, Arrington
10am - 6pm
Hartzog & Silva, PLLC presents the Star Bright Players production of The Hunchback of Notre Dame, an epic story of love, acceptance and what it means to be a hero. Tickets are $15 per person. Click here for more info!
This May, head to Centennial Park to join in on the yearly tradition of the Tennessee Craft Fair. In addition to the finely crafted artwork from award-winning artists, visitors can find kids activities, local food vendors, and artisan demonstrations. Click here for more info!
The Tennessee Renaissance Festival is an annual event held in middle Tennessee all four weekends of May. Find yourself immersed in Renaissance times at this festival featuring artisan shops, magic shows, jousts, live music, games, and so much more. Click here for more info!
May 4
Columbia Farmers Market
Riverwalk Park Pavilion, 102 Riverside Drive, Columbia
8am - 12pm
May 3-5
The Franklin Farmers Market
230 Franklin Rd, Franklin
9am - 12pm
May 16-18
Franklin Rodeo
Williamson County Ag Expo Center, 4215 Long Lane, Franklin
5:30pm - 9:30pm
Visit the Farmers Market every Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday to explore products from a variety of local farmers, artisans, florists, and much more! Click here for more info!
From produce, fruit and dairy to baked goods and meats, you’ll find delicious fresh food at the Franklin Farmers Market in downtown Franklin, TN. The market runs year-round, every Saturday from 9am – 12pm. Click here for more info!
The Franklin Rodeo is presented by The Franklin Noon Rotary! Founded in 1949, the Franklin Rodeo brings over 18,000 fans year after year. It is one of the longest running family events in Middle Tennessee and one of the largest rodeos east of the Mississippi. We will see you at the Rodeo! Click here for more info!
May 16-18
Paint the Town Plein Air Art Festival
Downtown Mount Pleasant
May 17
Tough-A-Truck
Jim Warren Park
5pm - 8pm
May 17
Nolensville Food Truck Festival
7388 Nolensville Road, Nolensville
5pm - 9pm
Mount Pleasant Main Street is the host of the Paint the Town Plein Air Art Festival, held annually on the third weekend in May. This 3-day competition includes classes and demonstrations by visiting artists, Third Thursday Farmers Market, a Porch Concert Music Series event, and art activities for the kids. Click here for more info!
Trucks, equipment, and vehicles of all shapes and sizes will gather at Jim Warren Park where children of all ages, with parent supervision, will be welcome to touch, climb-on, and explore these amazing pieces of equipment. Music, games, food and fun will also be available at this free family event. Click here for more info!
Food trucks and family fun! Come out and grab some food, tailgate, and support the Nolensville Farmers Market. Click here for more info!
May 18
Pickin' in the Park
Harvey Park, 4001 Miles Johnson Pkwy, Spring Hill
5pm - 7pm
May 18
Mount Pleasant Music on the Porch
206 Pleasant St, Mt. Pleasant
7pm - 9pm
May 19
Sunday Swing in the Courtyard
Williamson County Performing Arts Center
3pm - 5pm
Spend every third Saturday in the Columbia Arts District at the Muletown Flea Market! At this free event, you will enjoy shopping from local vendors, hear live music, and enjoy time surrounded by community. Click here for more info!
Grab your chairs and blankets and head to Mount Pleasant for a fun evening of live music and entertainment. Click here for more info!
Enjoy the sunshine and fresh air at Sunday Swing in the Courtyard with live music, food trucks and more! Each ticket includes a complimentary dance lesson at 2:30pm, followed by dancing from 3:00-5:00pm. Snacks and drinks will be available for purchase on site. Click here for more info!
May 31
Williamson County Animal Center Lunch & Learn
1006 Grigsby Hayes Court, Franklin
12pm - 1pm
May 31
Full Moon Pickin' Party
Percy Warner Equestrian Barn, 2500 Old Hickory Blvd, Nashville
6pm - 10pm
June 1
Columbia Farmers Market
Riverwalk Park Pavilion, 102 Riverside Drive, Columbia
8am - 12pm
Williamson County Animal Center (WCAC) is inviting the public to learn about the shelter’s programs and services while enjoying a free lunch. After an introduction about the center, guests are able to tour the cat and dog adoption areas of the shelter. Registration required. Click here for more info!
This unique bluegrass music series has been a beloved Nashville tradition for over 25 years, attracting families and friends from all over to hear bluegrass under the stars in Percy Warner Park. With events running from May to September, you can enjoy live bluegrass, local food trucks, cold brews, and more, all summer long! Click here for more info!
Visit the Farmers Market every Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday to explore products from a variety of local farmers, artisans, florists, and much more! Click here for more info!
June 1
Nolensville Farmers Market
7248 Nolensville Rd, Nolensville
8am - 12pm
June 1
The Franklin Farmers Market
230 Franklin Rd, Franklin
8am - 1pm
June 1
Touch a Truck
Haylong Avenue, Mount Pleasant
10am - 1pm
Visit the Nolensville Farmers Market every Saturday morning for organic and naturally grown produce, several varieties of meat, baked goods, farm fresh eggs, crafts, and food trucks! Click here for more info!
From produce, fruit and dairy to baked goods and meats, you’ll find delicious fresh food at the Franklin Farmers Market behind the Factory at Franklin. The market runs year-round, every Saturday. Click here for more info!
Get up close, touch, and even climb aboard a diverse array of trucks, from fire engines and construction vehicles to police cars and more. From truck-themed games to story time themed with trucks, there's something for everyone. This event is perfect for families, friends, and truck enthusiasts of all ages. Click here for more info!
June 1
Hill Fest
Fischer Park at Port Royal, 4285 Port Royal Road, Spring Hill
2pm - 7pm
June 1
Sail On: The Beach Boys Tribute
Williamson County Performing Arts Center, 112 Everbright Ave, Franklin
7pm - 9pm
June 6-9
CMA Fest
Downtown Nashville
The Parks and Recreation Department for the City of Spring Hill is excited to announce our 2nd Annual Hill Fest! The theme this year is “Carnival!” Hill Fest is a FREE event for all ages. Highlights this year include carnival rides, inflatables and circus performers! We will have games and prizes, balloon artists, face painters and food trucks. We will end the event with a daytime fireworks show. Click here for more info!
Sail On plays all of the Beach Boys’ classic hits, plus some treasures from the band’s brilliant extended catalog, recreating the soundtrack to an Endless Summer completely live and in rich detail. You’ll hear the band’s greatest hits like “Little Deuce Coupe,” “409,” “Wouldn’t It Be Nice,” “Good Vibrations,” “Barbara Ann,” “Surfin’ USA,” and “California Girls” plus so many more! Tickets available online. Click here for more info!
Get ready for amazing live performances, meet and greets, exclusive artist experiences, and more! Hundreds of artists perform for free to help fund the CMA Foundation's mission of enriching music education programs across the country. Click here for more info!
June 7
Wayfinding Art at Gateway Island
Gateway Island and Reception Center, 1875 W. College Street, Murfreesboro
1pm - 3pm
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June 7
Columbia First Fridays
Downtown Columbia
5pm - 8pm
June 7
Eagleville First Fridays
Downtown Eagleville
5pm - 8pm
The Murfreesboro Cultural Arts Department invites you to have a part in decorating our greenways. Join us this summer to add your own chalk master piece. Free for all ages! Click here for more info!
Experience shopping, dining, live music, and more on the streets of downtown Columbia. Access free public parking lots at 700 N. Garden St, 202 W. 6th St, and 119 E 7th St. A shuttle bus is available throughout the entirety of the event rotating between Columbia Plaza and Downtown every 15 minutes at 415 W 7th St. Click here for more info!
Head to downtown Eagleville on the first Friday of the month for food trucks, merchants, restaurants and live music. Click here for more info!
June 7
Franklin First Friday Art Scene Art Crawl
Franklin Main Street, Franklin
6pm - 9pm
June 7-8
The Homestead Festival 2024
Rory Feek's Historic Farm, 4765 Hardison Mill Road, Columbia
June 8
GraceWorks Super Sale Saturday
104 Southeast Parkway, Suite 100, Franklin
A free event, Art Crawl celebrates local craftsmanship and is held the first Friday of each month at businesses and venues throughout downtown Franklin. Click here for more info!
The third annual Homestead Festival combines music with meaningful experiences, alongside world-class teachers focused on inspiring people to build sustainable lives filled with meaning and purpose. The Festival includes daytime talks, demonstrations, vendor shopping, a kids area with interactive activities, and evening musical performances. Click here for more info!
GraceWorks provides one day per month where all things in our thrift store can be affordable to anyone. Visit us every second Saturday of the month to claim 50% off on everything! Click here for more info!
June 8
Rutherford County Youth Fishing Event
Percy Priest WMA Unit 1 Pond, 381 Old Jones Mill Road, Lavergne
7am - 10am
June 8
Veteran's Memorial Park Free Fishing Day
Veteran’s Memorial Park, Black Pine Road, Fairview
7am - 12pm
June 8
Family Geocaching Day
Owl's Hill Nature Sanctuary, 545 Beech Creek Road South, Brentwood
9am - 3pm
June 8th is the Tennessee Wildlife Resource Agency’s (TWRA) free fishing day. Ages 16 and under, must bring your own supplies. Click here for more info!
June 8th is the Tennessee Wildlife Resource Agency’s (TWRA) free fishing day. Ages 16 and under, must bring your own supplies. Lunch provided – and grab a ticket upon arrival for prizes! Click here for more info!
Come to Owl's Hill for a day of family fun and exploration! Geocaches are hidden in containers that can be found using a GPS or smartphone. Head out on our kid-friendly course set up with caches ready to be found. No experience necessary! Cost is $10 per adult, $8 per child, and free for children four and under. Click here for more info!
June 8
Pickin' in the Park
Harvey Park, 4001 Miles Johnson Pkwy, Spring Hill
5pm - 7pm
June 8
Simply Smyrna Celebration
101 Front Street, Smyrna
5pm - 9:30pm
June 14
Downtown After 5
120 E Main Street, Murfreesboro
5pm - 8pm
Pickin’ in the Park is a free community live music event for all ages. This month’s Pickin’ in the Park will feature wonderful musicians and a fantastic food truck! Click here for more info!
Mark your calendar for the annual Carpe Artista event that celebrates Arts & Culture in Rutherford County, TN. Head to Front Street of the Depot District in Smyrna to kick off summer and enjoy an evening of great music, food, cultural experiences, creativity & more! Click here for more info!
Enjoy a beautiful evening walking through historical downtown Murfreesboro supporting small businesses and exploring the Boro Art Crawl. You’ll find unique gifts, clothes, and delicious food and drinks for a late night of shopping downtown! Click here for more info!
June 15
Franklin Family Splash & Dash
The Park at Harlinsdale Farm, Franklin
June 15-16
Franklin Flea Market
Williamson County Agricultural EXPO Park, 4215 Long Lane, Franklin
Saturday 9am - 6pm
Sunday 10am - 4pm
June 15
Muletown Flea Market
Glover’s Second Hand, 1200 S High Street, Columbia
10am - 5pm
On your mark, get set, splash! Registration is now open for the inaugural Franklin Family Splash & Dash. This community event will feature a running and biking portion with an optional float down the Harpeth River. It will start and end at The Park at Harlinsdale Farm. Click here for more info!
The Franklin Flea Market is your chance to find treasures old and new. Shop over 500 indoor and outdoor booths of dealers selling antiques, collectibles, jewelry, clothes, bath & body, surplus and more. Free admission and $5 parking. Click here for more info!
Spend every third Saturday in the Columbia Arts District at the Muletown Flea Market! At this free event, you will enjoy shopping from local vendors, hear live music, and enjoy time surrounded by community. Click here for more info!
June 20
Summer Solstice Celebration
Maury County Park, 1018 Maury County Park Dr, Columbia
10am - 12pm
June 21
Full Moon Pickin' Party
Percy Warner Equestrian Barn, 2500 Old Hickory Blvd, Nashville
6pm - 10pm
June 22
Boat Day Waterfest
Jefferson Springs Recreation Area
9am - 1pm
Join us for a Summer Solstice Celebration! We will commemorate this longest day of the year with festive come-and-go activities, story time with the Maury County Public Library, and a fun selection of summer snacks and beverages. No registration required. Click here for more info!
This unique bluegrass music series has been a beloved Nashville tradition for over 25 years, attracting families and friends from all over to hear bluegrass under the stars in Percy Warner Park. With events running from May to September, you can enjoy live bluegrass, local food trucks, cold brews, and more, all summer long! Click here for more info!
The annual Boat Day Waterfest will feature free kayak and canoe rides for all ages and educate the community on the importance of water quality and boat safety. Smyrna Outdoor Adventure Center staff will be on hand to provide instruction on operating the canoes and kayaks and information about their Paddle Adventures Program. Stones River Watershed Association and Rutherford County Project WET will provide hands-on activities for children. Click here for more info!
June 22
BrentFest
Crockett Park, 1500 Volunteer Pkwy, Brentwood
June 22
The Ultimate Garth Brooks Tribute
Williamson County Performing Arts Center, 112 Everbright Ave, Franklin
7pm - 9pm
June 24
Williamson County Animal Center Lunch & Learn
1006 Grigsby Hayes Court, Franklin
12pm - 1pm
The fourth annual BrentFest will feature Spazmatics and Cruizin Keys Dueling Pianos on June 22nd, along with a beer garden, various food trucks, and a kids fun zone. Click here for more info!
The ULTIMATE GARTH BROOKS TRIBUTE featuring Shawn Gerhard is a high-energy show based in Nashville, TN and features unparalleled showmanship, and top-level musicianship, promising guaranteed excitement for all ages. Tickets available online. Click here for more info!
Williamson County Animal Center (WCAC) is inviting the public to learn about the shelter’s programs and services while enjoying a free lunch. After an introduction about the center, guests are able to tour the cat and dog adoption areas of the shelter. Registration required. Click here for more info!
June 29
Jacob Tolliver: A Tribute to Jerry Lee Lewis
Williamson County Performing Arts Center, 112 Everbright Ave, Franklin
7pm - 9pm
June 29
Mount Pleasant Music on the Porch
510 N Main St, Mt Pleasant
7pm - 9pm
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Jacob Tolliver presents a tribute to trailblazing rock ’n’ roller Jerry Lee Lewis. He has performed to sold-out audiences across the county, sharing the stage with luminaries including Ricky Staggs, Nitty Gritty Dirt Band, Jackson Browne and The Beach Boys. This tribute show is packed with decades of hits and honors the electrifying, piano-driven sound and style of the late Jerry Lee Lewis. Tickets available online. Click here for more info!
Grab your chairs and blankets and head to Mount Pleasant for a fun evening of live music and entertainment. Click here for more info!
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