Past Calendar of Events
OCTOBER 1, 2022
Broken Wheel Music Festival
2:00 - 9:00 PM
Location:
The Lawn at Mill Creek Brewing Co, 2008 Johnson Industrial Boulevard, Nolensville
Festival goers can experience artisan booths, main stage live music, nosh on sweet and savory treats from food trucks, play in the Kid's Zone and raise funds for RoundUp for Nolensville. Bring your lawn chairs and be ready to eat, drink and be merry with your friends and neighbors. Tickets required for this event. Learn more at https://roundupfornolensville.org/broken-wheel-festival.
OCTOBER 7, 2022
Columbia's First Friday
5:00 - 8:00 PM
Location:
Downtown Columbia
Festival goers can experience artisan booths, main stage live music, nosh on sweet and savory treats from food trucks, play in the Kid's Zone and raise funds for RoundUp for Nolensville. Bring your lawn chairs and be ready to eat, drink and be merry with your friends and neighbors. Tickets are required for this event.
OCTOBER 7, 2022
Franklin First Friday Art Crawl: Tasting With Leper's Fork Distillery
6:00 - 8:00 PM
Location:
Downtown franklin
Stroll downtown Franklin, view works of art, enjoy live music, and more.
OCTOBER 8, 2022
Fairview Arts and Craft Fair
9:00 - 4:00 PM
Location:
Bowie Nature Park, 7211 Bowie Lake Road, Fairview
Get a jump start on your holiday shopping! The arts & craft fair will include vendors and multiple food trucks on site.
OCTOBER 8, 2022
Tennessee Apple and All Things Fall Festival
10:00 - 5:00 PM
Location:
Morning Glory Orchard, 7690 Nolensville Road, Nolensville
Shop over 50 unique vendors, 5 food trucks, mini orchard tours, games, and more. Admission is free. $10 onsite parking (cash only) or free parking and shuttles from the Church at Nolensville (7388 Nolensville Road)
OCTOBER 9, 2022
Fall Festival
10:00 - 6:00 PM
Location:
UAW Hall, 125 Stephen P Yokich Parkway, Spring Hill
Come enjoy the craft fair, kid zone, food trucks, live music, and more at this free fall festival.
OCTOBER 13, 2022
Jason Catron & His Little Big Band
7:00 - 9:00 PM
Location:
Cherry Theater, Columbia Campus, 1665 Hampshire Pike, Columbia
Enjoy a night of music with Jason who has just released the first single, “King Of The Road,” from his new project, "The Nashville Songbook." Call 931-540-2879 for tickets.
OCTOBER 22, 2022
Columbia Cars and Coffee
7:00 - 10:00 PM
Location:
The corner of East 7th and Woodland Street in the heart of Columbia Motor Alley
Stroll the streets and check out the cars while you enjoy coffee and live music
OCTOBER 22, 2022
Pups & Popcorn Movie Night
5:00 pm - 9:00 PM
Location:
Crockett Park, 1500 Volunteer Parkway, Brentwood
Pet friendly movie in the park event begins at 5 pm with food trucks and pet-friendly fun. Movie begins at 7 pm.
OCTOBER 22, 2022
Maury County Parks and Recreation Movies in the Park
Movie begins at sunset and preshow activities begin an hour prior
Location:
Maury County Park, 1018 Maury County Park Dr., Columbia
Bring a picnic, lawn chair, or blanket and get in the Halloween spirit with the film, Hocus Pocus. Food will be available for purchase from food truck vendors on site.
October 29, 2022
37th Annual Pumpkinfest
10:00am - 6:00pm
Location:
Main Street, Downtown Franklin
Middle Tennessee's largest family fall festival featuring autumn-inspired food and drink, live music, a KidZone and costume contest for people and pets
November Events
November 4, 2022
Columbia's First Friday
5:00pm - 8:00pm
Location:
Downtown Columbia
Experience shopping, dining, live music and more on the streets of downtown Columbia. Acces 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.
November 4, 2022
First Friday Family Zone
5:00pm - 8:00pm
Location:
Rolling Hills, 104 West 5th Street, Columbia
Bring the entire family for a night of fun with inflatables, games, and light snacks!
November 5, 2022
Franklin Parks' Family Day
10:00am - 2:00pm
Location:
The Park at Harlinsdale Farm, 239 Franklin Road, Franklin
This free festival features miniature train rides, hay rides, pony rides, horse-related events, live music, a petting zoo, touch-a-tractor area, and cane pole fishing in the pond. Food will be offered for purchase by local food vendors.
November 5, 2022
nolensville Veteran's Day Parade
11:00 Am
Location:
Nolensville Road through historic downtown Nolensville
Enjoy this special parade through historic Nolensville to celebrate and honor our veterans.
November 10, 2022
Jake Hoot Concert
7:00pm - 9:00pm
Location:
Cherry Theater, Columbia Campus, 1665 Hampshire Pike, Columbia
Following his record-breaking win on NBC’s The Voice, Hoot has gone on to release several tracks including, “Tennessee Strong,” which reached Top 10 in the iTunes Country Singles chart. Call 931-540-2879 for tickets.
November 11, 2022
Franklin Veteran's Day Parade
11:00 Am
Location:
The parade route travels down Main Street, from Five Points to Second Avenue
The City of Franklin will remember and honor all veterans at its Veterans’ Day Parade being held in Downtown Franklin
November 12, 2022
Nutcracker Ballet Preview
2:00pm - 2:45pm
Location:
Spring Hill Public Library, Multi-purpose Room, 144 Kedron Parkway, Spring Hill
All ages are invited to come and see this free ballet performance by a selection of the Children's Ballet Theater cast of The Nutcracker. You'll see Clara, Herr Droselmyer, the Sugar Plum Fairy, and several others. Photo ops available after their performance
November 19, 2022
Columbia Cars and Coffee
7:00am - 10:00am
Location:
The corner of East 7th and Woodland Street in the heart of Columbia Motor Alley
Stroll the streets and check out the cars while you enjoy coffee and live music.
November 19, 2022
A Very Maury Christmas
9:00am - 4:00pm
Location:
The Factory at Columbia, 101 North James Campbell Boulevard, Columbia
Maury's 8th annual holiday market will have DOUBLE the amount of vendors as previous years, featuring over 60 curated vendors. A $5 entry fee will be accepted at the door with a portion of the proceeds benefitting aMuse’um Children’s Museum. The Preview Party on November 19th is a ticketed event hosted by aMuse’um. Tickets will go on sale in November. Please go to their website for more information.
November 24, 2022
The Turkey Trot Benefitting Graceworks
6:15am - 9:30am
Location:
108 Southeast Parkway, Franklin
On Thanksgiving Day over 3,000 participants run/walk the 10k, 5k, or 1k Kids Turkey Chase through the heart of Cool Springs. The proceeds help provide food, shelter and support to local families through Gracworks. 10k is $50, 5k is $45, and kids 1k Turkey Chase is $15. ($5 off each adult registration if you form a team!)
November 26, 2022
Columbia's Cowboy Christmas
9:00am - 6:00pm
Location:
Maury County Park, 1018 Maury County Park Drive, Columbia
Come Shop Many Local Vendors! They will have western fashion, authentic turquoise, leather work, tumblers & so much more!
Monday - Friday through Nov. 18th
Tennessee Watercolor Society 2022 Biennial Juried Show
8:00am - 5:00pm
Location:
Waymon L. Hickman Building, Columbia Campus, 1665 Hampshire Pike, Columbia
The gallery is a first-class artistic venue where appreciation for the visual arts is embraced. It is open to the public and free of charge
December Events
December 2, 2022
Franklin Christmas Tree Lighting on the Square
6:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Location:
The Square in Historic Downtown Franklin
Enjoy the tree lighting ceremony, songs from the Freedom Intermediate School Honors Choir, and a special guest performance from five-time Grammy nominee and Christian Music Songwriter/Artist of the Year winner Matthew West.
December 2, 2022
Columbia's First Friday
5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Location:
Downtown Columbia
Experience shopping, dining, live music, and more on the streets of downtown Columbia. Acces 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.
December 2, 2022
Franklin Art Scene Art Crawl
6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Location:
Franklin Main Street
103 Third Avenue North, Franklin
A free event, the Art Crawl celebrates Williamson County’s local craftsmanship, from blown glass and turned wood to paintings and sculptures in businesses and venues throughout downtown Franklin.
December 3, 2022
Morning with Santa
9:00 am - 11:00 am
Location:
John P. Holt Public Library, 8109 Concord Road, Brentwood
Does your child have a letter to deliver to Santa this year? If so, the library will be hosting the Morning with Santa Express. For more information, please call the library at 615-371-0090 ext. 8380.
December 3, 2022
Thompson's Station Holiday Market
10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Location:
Homestead Manor
4683 Columbia Pike, Thompson's Station
Holiday Market featuring local artisans, crafters, small businesses, and more!
December 3, 2022
Christmas in Columbia
Tree Lighting and Parade
Parade begins at 6:00 pm with
tree lighting at around 7:15 pm
Location:
Historic Downtown Columbia
Come and enjoy the 36th Annual Main Street Christmas Parade and tree lighting.
December 4, 2022
Craft and Food Fair at Stoney Creek Farm
2:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Location:
Stoney Creek Farm
4700 Coe Lane, Franklin
Local artisans will display their handmade paintings, quilt crafts, notecards, Christmas cards, shelf blocks, candle making, and more. Homemade baked goods will also be available. Affordable prices and ‘one-of-a-kind’ gifts that will make your holidays extra special! Admission is free.
December 4, 2022
Nolensville Hometown Holiday Parade
4:00 pm
Location:
Parade through Historic Downtown Nolensville, with tree lighting and events happening at the Town Hall 7218 Nolensville Road
Following the parade, citizens are invited for a special evening of holiday cheer at Town Hall. Activities include lighting of the Menorah and Christmas tree, a station to write letters to Santa Claus, a hot chocolate and coffee station, as well as musical guests Corinne Chapman Morse and Mike Bauer singing popular holiday tunes.
December 5, 2022
Brentwood Christmas Tree Lighting
5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Location:
John P. Holt Public Library, 8109 Concord Road, Brentwood
Come and see the annual lighting of the Brentwood Christmas tree.
December 7, 2022
Fairview Christmas Tree Lighting, Holiday Marketplace, and Tinsel Tree Trail
2:00 pm - 6:00 pm, with tree lighting ceremony at 5:30 pm
Location:
Fairview City Hall
7100 City Center Circle, Fairview
This will be a great afternoon to get in the holiday spirit at City Hall. Shop local vendors, visit The Tinsel Trail with decorated trees from local businesses and nonprofits, watch the tree lighting, and finish the evening off by going to Bowie Park to see the Holiday Wonders drive-thru light show.
December 8, 2022
Jaimee Paul and Leif Shires Concert
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Location:
Cherry Theater, Columbia Campus, 1665 Hampshire Pike, Columbia
Jaimee and Leif are internationally-acclaimed artists who make old songs shine. Leif and Jaimee are reinventing the classics for a new generation of music enthusiasts. Call 931-540-2879 for tickets.
December 10 and December 11, 2022
Dickens of a Christmas Festival
10:00 am - 6:00 pm
Location:
Historic Downtown Franklin
This is Middle Tennessee’s largest outdoor Christmas festival. The festival will recreate the time of Charles Dickens using historic downtown Franklin’s charming architecture as the backdrop. A variety of musicians, dancers, and Dickens characters will fill the streets. 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.
December 10, 2022
Spring Hill Christmas Parade: Electric Boogaloo
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Location:
Tennessee Children's Home,
2225 Dr. Robertson Road, Spring Hill
Get out your tinsel, your leg warmers, the Aqua Net, and all the neon you can find for the Spring Hill Christmas 1980s themed Parade 2022: Electric Boogaloo.
December 10, 2022
Fairview Christmas Parade
4:30 pm
Location:
Route runs Westwood Elementary School to SFEG
Get into the holiday spirit at the annual Fairview Christmas Parade.
December 15, 16 and 17, 2022
The Nutcracker
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Location:
Cherry Theater, Columbia Campus, 1665 Hampshire Pike, Columbia
January Events
January 5, 2023
Story Walk at The Park
3:30 pm - 5:00 pm
Location:
Maury County Park, Maury County Park Drive, Columbia
Join us the first Thursday of every month at Maury County Park. We will meet on the Story Book Trail, where we will combine literature and nature. Each month there will be a new story to explore. We will have take home crafts and fun activities. RSVP on the website - https://mcpltn.org/events/story-walk-the-park/
January 6, 2023
Columbia's First Friday
5:00 pm - 8:00pm
Location:
Downtown Columbia
Experience shopping, dining, live music, and more on the streets of downtown Columbia. Acces 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. Visit: https://www.visitcolumbiatn.com/events/first-fridays/
January 6, 2023
Franklin Art Scene Art Crawl
6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Location:
Franklin Main Street, 103 Third Avenue North, Franklin
A free event, the Art Crawl celebrates Williamson County’s local craftsmanship, from blown glass and turned wood to paintings and sculptures in businesses and venues throughout downtown Franklin. Visit: https://downtownfranklintn.com/event/franklin-art-scene-art-crawl-10/
January 7 and 14, 2023
Marshmallow Hike
9:30 am - 2:00 pm
Location:
Owl's Hill Nature Sanctuary,
545 Beech Creek Road South, Brentwood
How does a nice hike in the winter woods followed by hot chocolate and roasted marshmallows sound? Come by Owl’s Hill for our annual Marshmallow and Hot Chocolate Hikes. Hikes last approximately 30-45 minutes, with two difficulty levels to choose from. Hikes depart at 9:30 am, 11:00 am and 1:00 pm. Please arrive 10 minutes prior to departure time. Cost is $10.50/hiker. Visit: https://visitfranklin.com/events/marshmallow-hike-december-january
January 8, 2023
Second Sundays at the Shops at James Hill
12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Location:
The Shops at James Hill, 97 North James Campbell Boulevard, Columbia
This is going to be a great time for family and friends to come out on a Sunday afternoon for some shopping, food trucks, and fun! Visit: https://www.experiencemaury.com/event-details/second-sundays-at-the-shops-at-james-hill-2023-01-08-12-00
Monday - Friday beginning January 9
"Art of the Buzz" Exhibit
8:00am - 5:00pm
Location:
Waymon L. Hickman Building, Columbia Campus, 1665 Hampshire Pike, Columbia
The gallery will open again on January 9, 2023 with an exhibition called “Art of the Buzz.” co-curated with The National Electric Football Game Museum. The opening reception will be January 19 from 5 – 7 pm with special guest speakers, food and artist demonstrations. Watch for more details to come on a planned Tournament and Prizes for the winning team!
Vist: https://www.columbiastate.edu/pryor-gallery/index.html
January 28, 2023
Arctic Plunge
11:00 am - 1:30 pm
Location:
Longview Recreation Complex
Outdoor Pool,
2909 Commonwealth Drive,
Spring Hill
The outdoor pool at Longview Rec Center will be open for their first Arctic Plunge. Must be eight or older to participate and children ages 8-12 must be accompanied by an adult. The cost per person is $25 with a $5 discount for families. Each plunger will receive a t-shirt, raffle ticket for prizes and all of the bragging rights associated with such a brave endeavor. Compete in the costume contest or bring non-perishables to be entered for a chance to win great prizes.This event will benefit The Well Outreach in Spring Hill. Visit website to register: https://anc.apm.activecommunities.com/wcpr/activity/search/detail/20934?onlineSiteId=0&from_original_cui=true
February Events
February 3, 2023
Columbia's First Friday
5:00 pm - 8:00pm
Location:
Downtown Columbia
Experience shopping, dining, live music, and more on the streets of downtown Columbia. Acces 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. Visit: https://www.visitcolumbiatn.com/events/first-fridays/
February 3, 2023
Franklin Art Scene Art Crawl
6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Location:
Franklin Main Street, 103 Third Avenue North, Franklin
A free event, the Art Crawl celebrates Williamson County’s local craftsmanship, from blown glass and turned wood to paintings and sculptures in businesses and venues throughout downtown Franklin. Visit: https://downtownfranklintn.com/event/franklin-art-scene-art-crawl-10/
February 4, 2023
Full Moon Cemetery Lantern Tour
6:30 pm - 8:00pm
Location:
Montgomery Bell State Park,
1020 Jackson Hill Rd, Burns, TN
(near Dickson)
Meet at Campground Shelter.
Take a historical lantern tour to three of our cemeteries here at Montgomery Bell. We will learn the stories and history of the people that lived here before Montgomery Bell was a State Park. Registration is required and there is a $10.00 fee. Each participant will be issued a lantern for this hike and we will meet at the campground shelter. This is about a 1.5 mile hike (two and a half hours). No pets please.This is a moderate hike with some hills. Please dress for the weather. No refunds for cancelation within 48 hours of day of the program. Register at: https://tnstateparks.com/events/details/#/?event=full-moon-cemetery-lantern-tourFeb23
February 9, 2023
Aubrey Logan Concert
7:00pm - 9:00pm
Location:
Columbia State community college,
Cherry Theater,
1665 Hampshire Pike, Columbia
Aubrey Logan is a singer, songwriter, trombone player and performer who is known as a world-class singer-instrumentalist. Visit the website for ticket and pricing information: https://www.columbiastate.edu/performance-series/index.html
February 11, 2023
Viva NashVegas Radio Show's
Tenth Anniversary Spectacular
11:30am - 12:30 pm
Location:
Columbia State Community College,
Pryor Art Gallery,
1665 Hampshire Park, Columbia
This free on-stage show will feature live music and fun, plus a Jimmy Moore Exhibit, whose photo art was Featured in Ken Burn's acclaimed documentary, Country Music PBS. For more information visit: https://www.visitcolumbiatn.com/event/viva-nashvegas-radio-show/2287/
February 11, 2023
The Winter Ball: A Father Daughter Dance
3:30pm - 5:00pm and 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Location:
The Enrichment Center,
110 Everbright Avenue, Franklin
Girls, grab your dad, stepdad, uncle, grandpa or special person and join us for a beautiful Winter Ball. There will be light refreshments to enjoy while a DJ plays the latest hits. Each couple will receive a complimentary picture memento of the evening! Siblings are welcome to join in on the fun for a discounted rate of $15. There are two different times available and registration for the event is online. Visit website to register: https://www.wcparksandrec.com/activities/community_events/index.php
February 18, 2023
Columbia Cars and Coffee
7:00am - 10:00am
Location:
The corner of East 7th and Woodland Street in the heart of Columbia Motor Alley
Stroll the streets and check out the cars while you enjoy coffee and live music.
For more information visit: https://www.visitcolumbiatn.com/event/columbia-cars-and-coffee/480/
Monday - Friday
"Art of the Buzz" Exhibit
8:00am - 5:00pm
Location:
Columbia State Community College,
Pryor Art Gallery,
1665 Hampshire Park, Columbia
The “Art of the Buzz.” was co-curated with The National Electric Football Game Museum and will be open through March 3. The National Electric Football Game Museum is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization with the specific purpose of educating the public about the game of Electric Football. The gallery is a first-class artistic venue where appreciation for the visual arts is embraced. It is open to the public and free of charge. Vist: https://www.columbiastate.edu/pryor-gallery/index.html
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