Pumpkin, pumpkins, everywhere! The Heritage Foundation of Williamson County hosts Franklin’s 40th Pumpkinfest on Saturday, October 25 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. in historic Downtown Franklin.
Now in its milestone year, the fall gathering brings locals and visitors together for a day packed with family-friendly activities, live music, costume contests for pets and families, shopping, arts & crafts and more.
“Hosting PumpkinFest is always one of our favorite ways to gather with our Williamson County community,” says Bari Beasley, President & CEO of the Heritage Foundation. “Reaching our 40th year is a testament to the spirit of Franklin, and we’re honored to celebrate this milestone with our neighbors, families, and visitors this year in the charming setting of Downtown Franklin. We are thankful for our partners, including Atmos Energy.”
Enjoy seasonal flavors, festive cocktails and some of the city’s favorite food vendors. Hear live music on the PumpkinFest Main Stage, Acoustic Stage and Buskers Corner.
Franklin’s 40th Pumpkinfest Anniversary Activities:
- 140+ arts & crafts vendors
- 30+ food & beverage vendors
- KidZone presented by Hope UC Nashville
- Acoustic Stage
- Main Stage Entertainment presented by Nissan
- Acoustic Stage Entertainment presented by VaVia
- Whiskey Lounge by Leiper’s Fork Distillery
- Beer Garden by Bavarian Bierhaus
- Pet & People Costume Contests presented by Jackson
- Autumn Alley presented by Publix
Parking Information
Join the festivities of PumpkinFest the easy way.
Park your car and hop aboard the Franklin Transit Shuttle to get to Downtown Franklin. Cost for the shuttle is $1 per person, each way. Enjoy the costumes, live entertainment, children’s area, vendors, pumpkin carving and so much more; a fun day for the entire community.
Shuttle Service Hours
October 25th – 10 a.m. – 5:45 p.m.
Shuttle Locations:
- Harlinsdale Farm (Drops at 1st and Main)
- Franklin High School (Drops behind Starbucks at Five Points)
No pets, non-folding strollers, food or drink, except bottled water, are allowed on the transit vehicles. The Franklin Transit Shuttle is operated by the Franklin Transit Authority.
Handicap Accessible Parking
Please use the 2nd and 4th Avenue garages or Franklin Transit’s Park & Ride service.
Limited Downtown Parking
There is also limited parking downtown (no street parking within the festival footprint).
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