Bring a chair or pack a blanket and come out to the parks for a free outdoor movie! Movies will begin at 8PM or sunset.
Bring a chair or pack a blanket and come out to the parks for a free outdoor movie! Movies will begin at 8PM or sunset.
Summer Kids' Days are here again! Join us at Pinkerton Park for some summer fun! Children of all ages are welcome to get outside and play with some themed activities provided by the City of Franklin Parks and Recreation.
Two nations. One arena. Endless adrenaline.
The International Cup brings USA vs Mexico to Franklin for an unforgettable night of elite arena polo. Explosive plays, unmatched horsemanship, and the passion of international competition combine for an experience that goes far beyond the sidelines.
Bring a chair or pack a blanket and come out to the parks for a free outdoor movie! Movies will begin at 8PM or sunset.
Bring a chair or pack a blanket and come out to the parks for a free outdoor movie! Movies will begin at 8PM or sunset.
Yoga in the Park is a free, family friendly community event on Sunday, June 21 at Harlinsdale Farm on the lawn in front of the Hayes House. Part of International Day of Yoga, it brings the community together for movement, mindfulness, and connection, while supporting Ellie G’s Dream World, Franklin’s first inclusive playground at the Pearlene M. Bransford Complex.
Summer Kids' Days are here again! Join us at Pinkerton Park for some summer fun! Children of all ages are welcome to get outside and play with some themed activities provided by the City of Franklin Parks and Recreation.
Join us at The Park at Harlinsdale Farm Pond for a morning of fishing! We encourage participants to bring their own fishing poles but will have cane poles available to use. Bait will be provided (worms). All children must be accompanied by parent or guardian at all times. Limit of 50 participants per session.
8am-10am & 10am-Noon
Join us at The Park at Harlinsdale Farm Pond for a morning of fishing! We encourage participants to bring their own fishing poles but will have cane poles available to use. Bait will be provided (worms). All children must be accompanied by parent or guardian at all times. Limit of 50 kids per session.
Summer Kids' Days are here again! Join us at Pinkerton Park for some summer fun! Children of all ages are welcome to get outside and play with some themed activities provided by the City of Franklin Parks and Recreation.
Join us for our video game summer! All summer long we will be showing video game inspired movies. Then start your winter season off right with a cozy classic in the park. Movie nights will have a food truck on site. Movies will be at 8pm or when the sun goes down.
Get ready for one of the most anticipated arena polo showdowns of the year! The Battle of the Bourbons returns as Tennessee takes on Kentucky in a high-energy, hard-hitting arena match you won’t want to miss. Witness top riders, fast-paced action, and the unrivaled rivalry between two bourbon-country powerhouses—all inside the Tractor Supply Co. Arena in Franklin, TN.
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. Fire trucks, police cars, tractors, back hoes, tow trucks, and more! "No Horn Hour" will be from 5pm-6pm for the little ones!
Food will also be available for purchase from food trucks.
We welcome participation in this event from community businesses and individuals. If you are interested in bringing a vehicle to the City of Franklin Parks Touch A Truck please email parksinfo@franklintn.gov.
On Saturday, April 25th, join the City of Franklin and Friends of Franklin Parks at Eastern Flank Battlefield Park from 9 AM to 12 PM to help remove invasive plant species that threaten native plants and animals. This volunteer opportunity is open to anyone aged 15 and older.
Spend a day at Pinkerton Park for the City of Franklin's annual Arbor Day Celebration! This event provides tree education combined with unique outdoor activities. This event is presented by the Franklin Tree Commission and the City of Franklin Parks and Recreation Department.
On Wednesday, April 8th, join the City of Franklin and Friends of Franklin Parks at Eastern Flank Battlefield Park from 12 PM to 3 PM to help remove invasive plant species that threaten native plants and animals. This volunteer opportunity is open to anyone aged 15 and older.
Explore Franklin’s green spaces and discover the many different bird species that depend on them for food and shelter. We will search for the early migrants returning from the tropics, as well as the winter residents getting ready to leave for their northern nesting grounds. Appropriate for ages 12 and up.
AT CAPACITY: On Wednesday, April 25th, join the City of Franklin and Friends of Franklin Parks at Eastern Flank Battlefield Park from 12 PM to 3 PM to help remove invasive plant species that threaten native plants and animals. This volunteer opportunity is open to anyone aged 15 and older.
Join us for the City of Franklin’s annual Kids Arts Festival! Whether it's painting, acting, singing, poetry and any other art form, all kids are welcome to come and let their talents shine! An afternoon filled with art stops, performances, exhibits and more. Food will be available for purchase from food trucks.
For more information, visit the following link: www.franklintn.gov/kaft
On Saturday, March 14, join the City of Franklin and Friends of Franklin Parks at Bicentennial Park from 9 AM to 12 PM for an invasive species removal event. Help protect our native plants and wildlife by lending a hand to remove invasive species and support the health of our park and river. This volunteer opportunity is open to anyone aged 15 and older.
Friends of Franklin Parks invites you to experience the stunning works of Daniel Klatt, whose artwork captures the spirit, landscapes, and character of Franklin’s beloved parks. This free, public exhibit offers an opportunity to explore his vibrant and inspiring pieces in a welcoming setting. The gallery will also be open during Open House tours on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 12 to 2 PM, making it easy to visit and enjoy the artwork at your convenience. All are welcome to attend and experience this celebration of Franklin’s parks.
Join the City of Franklin - Parks Department this Saturday, November 15, from 8:30 to 10:30am as they explore Franklin's green spaces and discover the diverse bird species that rely on these areas for food and shelter at Eastern Flank Battlefield Park (1368 Eastern Flank Circle).
We'll be searching for winter resident species that typically nest in the northern United States and Canada but spend their winters in Tennessee. We hope to spot Kinglets, Sparrows, Yellow-bellied Sapsuckers, and more!
The guided hikes, led by Susan Bradfield, will cover a variety of terrains, but they are generally easy to moderate in difficulty. This event is appropriate for ages 12 and up.
To register or to learn more about this event, please call the Parks Office at 615-794-2103.
Two one-day MTHJA recognized hunter shows, following the same schedule of classes each day. From Walk-Trot Poles to a 2'6" Derby, there are many opportunities for local riders to participate in this schooling show.
All points are tracked throughout the series, with Year-End Series Ribbons & High Points Awards per division.
The 2025 Show Series will be held at Harlinsdale Farm, located just minutes from historic, downtown Franklin, TN.
For Silent Run Series Sponsorship Opportunities contact silentrunshow@gmail.com
Franklin Family Day returns on Saturday from 10 AM–2 PM at The Park at Harlinsdale Farm!
Classical, Eventing, Western and Gaited Dressage using USDF, USEF and WDAA approved tests.
Join Friends of Franklin Parks at the Hayes House for the live Bourbon Raffle Drawing!
