5 Can’t-Miss Festivals in Williamson County, TN
Superb community events, from world-class music festival to the beloved classic Dickens Christmas.
Williamson County knows how to throw good parties.
Here are five events that are ideal for individuals, couples or families to attend:
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1. Williamson County Fair
AgExpo Park in Franklin is the place to be every August for nine days of fun at the Williamson County Fair. Attractions include food vendors, concerts, carnival rides and games, along with agricultural competitions and a popular Children’s Barnyard.
2. Main Street Festival
More than 100,000 visitors arrive in downtown Franklin every April for the annual two-day festival. The weekend of fun includes live music, 30 food vendors and 150+ arts & crafters. An on-site KidZone, PetZone, beer garden and whiskey lounge are popular draws.
3. Brentwood Beer & Wine Festival
More than 25 craft brewers and winemakers show up at Crockett Park when this event takes place on a Saturday in October. The adult-only attendees can sample craft beers and wines while enjoying a variety of food truck offerings and live music.
3. Blackberry Jam Music Festival
Mark your calendars for late June 2023 when the next Blackberry Jam Music Festival takes center stage at Boyd Mill Farm in Franklin. Various musical acts play at the festival, which marks its 20th anniversary in 2023.
5. Dickens of a Christmas
Re-create the time of Charles Dickens during the annual Dickens of a Christmas that arrives in downtown Franklin every December. The two-day event features a variety of street characters from the famed Dickens work, including Ebenezer Scrooge, Tiny Tim and Bob Cratchit. Highlights include live music, food and beverage vendors, arts and crafts, and a KidZone.
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