Events in Williamson County today

Designed for women ready to nurture creativity, wellbeing, and connection, this EverBloom retreat offers a supportive space in Leiper's Fork, Tennessee. It speaks to those entering a new chapter of life, such as empty nesters, people who are divorced or retired, caregivers for a loved one, or anyone simply ready for something more. The experience brings together hands-on jewelry and art workshops, gentle movement sessions, beautiful accommodations, and nourishing meals. It also emphasizes meaningful connection, along with unhurried time to rest and recharge. No prior artistic experience is required, and participants are welcome exactly as they are.

Gather inside Waldo's Chicken and Beer for a weekly networking meetup that focuses on genuine connections rather than simply swapping business cards. The session is facilitated by Mike Dotson and Tony Lane. Each gathering features a discussion topic, with a weekly question shared in the group, and every attendee has up to one minute to speak. Bring business cards and a friendly attitude. Plan to arrive a little early to secure a seat. This recurring event is free, and RSVPs are appreciated.

Press pause on the to-do list and spend an uninterrupted weekend with your spouse focusing on your relationship and your finances. Expert-led sessions with Dr. John Delony and Rachel Cruze offer straightforward answers to tough questions and practical tools to strengthen your connection, talk about money with confidence, and map out a shared future. There is time to share laughs, learn side by side, and dream together without distractions.

Cheekwood Golf Club hosts the 2nd Annual Vietnam Veterans of America Charity Golf Tournament, a day on the course supporting Vietnam Veterans of America. Players can choose between two shotgun-start flights. The event features catered lunch and dinner, prize opportunities, and a raffle. Sponsorships are available, and registration can be completed using the QR code on the event flyer.

Led by Rhonda Smith of Hawley, Minnesota, this three-day photorealistic colored pencil workshop welcomes both newcomers and experienced artists who want to sharpen their skills. A self-taught artist known for meticulous detail, Rhonda focuses on building lifelike drawings through patient layering, thoughtful color choices, and careful attention to light and shadow. She also brings experience from woodcarving, watercolor, and other media, which informs a teaching style rooted in curiosity, clear instruction, and practical technique. Participants progress step by step, learning how to develop rich color, create smooth transitions, and achieve convincing depth and texture. Demonstrations are paired with individualized guidance, creating a relaxed, supportive setting that feels like a creative retreat. By the end, students complete a finished colored pencil project and take home techniques and confidence they can apply to future work. Tuition is $250 and includes paper, a photo reference, an outline, and blending materials. Class size is limited, with a minimum of 8 and a maximum of 12 students. Please bring a set of 72 or more Prismacolor Premier colored pencils or a comparable set, an electric eraser, an electric sharpener, a small drawing board or foam core around 11 by 14 inches, and an optional task light. Limited sets of pencils are available from the instructor at cost for $85, and advance interest is appreciated so enough sets can be brought. Make checks payable to Leipers Fork Woodcarving Club. Mailing the $250 class fee is required to hold a spot, and placement is not reserved until payment is received. For questions, call 218-839-4259.

Kids can get into the Halloween spirit at the seventh annual Truck or Treat, featuring plenty of candy. Look for candy stations for trick-or-treating along with activities arranged throughout the dealership. This free gathering welcomes everyone in the community.

Gary Sinise appears at the Williamson County Enrichment Center in Franklin for an evening focused on his new book, Graceful Warrior. The book reflects on love, loss, faith, and resilience, blending his personal journey with the life and legacy of his son, Mac, and the hope, courage, and grace that sustained his family through hardship. Presented by Landmark Books, the program offers a chance to hear from Gary before the book is released. Tickets are $35 and include a pre-signed hardcover of Graceful Warrior. The included book is a pre-order and will be available after release. Attendance is limited.

Stevierock returns with an acoustic set on the climate controlled patio at Acapulco Mexican Grill, joined by his wife, MK. Expect a varied playlist, weekly food and drink specials, and the possibility of a guest performer dropping in.

Discover a carefully curated market showcasing local farmers and vendors at the Factory at Franklin. The market sets up beneath the Water Tower Plaza by the front entrance. It takes place on Saturdays throughout the year.

Open regardless of the forecast, this farmers market highlights local producers and makers. Discover local offerings and support the people behind them.

Savor the aroma of fresh sourdough in a hands-on class devoted to Southern-style bread and cinnamon rolls. Led by Leigh Funderburk, the lesson walks through feeding a starter, mixing dough, shaping loaves or rolls, rolling and filling for cinnamon rolls, and baking with confidence. The approach is designed to be simple, with flavor developing over about 36 to 48 hours. Taste both sourdough bread and cinnamon rolls during the session and explore variations in flour and ingredients, including herbs. Held at Stoney Creek Farm, this 90-minute class also discusses how sourdough can be part of a healthy diet. Participants take home a living starter with roots tracing back to her Aunt Susan in the 1980s, along with step-by-step instructions and a calendar-style schedule to guide ongoing baking. Cost is $45.

The Nashville Spooktacular Craft & Vendor Market welcomes all ages with Halloween-themed fun and autumn flair. Browse a variety of local sellers featuring handcrafted items, confections, fall décor, gifts, costumes, and other spooky-cute picks for the season. Vendor registration is available for businesses aiming to connect with families and seasonal shoppers, and space is limited.

The Heritage Foundation of Williamson County’s 41st Annual PumpkinFest brings Middle Tennessee’s largest family-focused fall celebration to downtown Franklin. Previously, attendance topped 110,000, and the festivities fill Main Street and the neighboring side streets with activity for all ages. Spend the day enjoying fall-themed food and beverages, children’s activities, music performed live, pet and family costume contests, and a wide array of arts and crafts highlighting seasonal and specialty gifts.

Celebrate the season at a family friendly fall festival featuring a bounce house, face painting, hayrides, music, and delicious food, with more activities to enjoy. It offers something for everyone and a relaxed way to soak up autumn together.

Enjoy a hands-on farm visit with plenty of baby goat cuddles. Meet goats, cows, chickens, and pigs while you relax in the open air. See how a working goat dairy operates, learn about the animals, and sample fresh goat cheese. A guided tour is available to share more about the farm and its care routines. Admission is $12 per person, and children age 2 and under are free. Tickets are available on the website.

The Mighty Train Wrecks Trio, featuring Tim Fuqua on bass, performs at Gray's on Main in Franklin, Tennessee. Housed in a former pharmacy that is now a restaurant, the venue features live music alongside its menu and serves as the setting for the performance.

The fifth annual Nashville edition of Babies & Bumps brings an intimate, conference-style experience to Franklin Marriott Cool Springs for expectant and new families. The day begins with a kick-off panel featuring trusted local experts, continues with a curated exhibitor floor, expert-led classes, interactive demonstrations, shopping, complimentary activities, and plenty of giveaways, and concludes with a keynote from internationally known baby gear expert and Child Passenger Safety Technician Jamie Grayson. He will also be available on the floor to answer questions and offer hands-on gear guidance. The keynote covers product and safety fundamentals in top categories such as car seats, strollers, carriers, and high chairs, with prizes included. Created by a small, family-run team with a mission to educate and empower parents, the event centers on the belief that information plus connections leads to confidence. Attendees can connect with reputable local resources, explore topics related to pregnancy, birth, postpartum recovery, and life with a baby, and have real conversations that support informed decisions. Amenities include a quiet lounge for nursing, pumping, and feeding, food and beverages available for purchase at the hotel, and plentiful parking at the venue. A raffle with dozens of prizes donated by sponsors, local businesses, and brands benefits the Mothers' Milk Bank of Tennessee, with 100% of raffle ticket proceeds supporting the cause. Gift bags are filled with products from featured brands, there is a grand prize drawing, and additional giveaways take place during the keynote, with offerings that vary by ticket type. All are welcome, including moms, dads, parents-to-be, adoptive parents, people TTC, caregivers, and anyone with a baby in their life or one on the way. Details on event partners and the full schedule, including session topics, presenters, and timing, will be shared as the event approaches.

Sulley and his quick witted partner Mike Wazowski, the leading scarers at Monsters, Inc., face turmoil when Boo, a human child, slips into Monstropolis. With the monsters suddenly the ones unnerved, the duo must keep her out of sight and find a way to get her safely home. Presented as part of FEAR FEST at the Franklin Theatre, this screening is included in a monthlong Halloween celebration that spans animated and family selections, beloved classics, and deeper cuts for dedicated horror fans. TERRORTHON, the series’ mystery box double feature, pairs an iconic fright favorite with a surprise chiller. The Franklin Theatre does not run trailers, so films begin at the listed time. FEAR FEST is presented by Craft Body Scan.

Landmark Booksellers hosts an author conversation featuring Callie Murray and Kristin Allender, CEO of America’s Kids Belong, celebrating the release of Murray’s debut historical novel, The Brunswick. The story follows a woman in a Georgia town who opens her family’s former hotel to Jewish children seeking refuge and, in the process, confronts her parents’ past and her own search for worthiness and love. Inspired by real people and events, the narrative moves between Norcross, Georgia and Austria in the months leading up to World War II. The book has earned praise from authors Allen Levi and Lisa Wingate. This event is free to attend, and an RSVP is requested.

Enjoy an outdoor yoga session on the lawn at The Southern Baking Co. with Rebel Studios. This friendly, all-levels flow is designed to awaken the body, calm the mind, and leave you feeling centered and energized. New to yoga participants are welcome, and the class offers an approachable pace. Afterward, linger for coffee, pastries, and a chance to connect with neighbors. Bring a yoga mat or a large towel. Admission is $15 per person plus tax. Please pre-register.

Celebrate the Halloween spirit with the Page Lady Patriots at the Page High Softball Field, where trunk-or-treat stations, games, and food create a festive ballfield atmosphere. The lineup features trunk-or-treating and field games, a pie eating contest, a home run derby, and a friendly softball versus baseball showdown. Costumes are encouraged, with candy, playful competition, and family-friendly fun taking center stage on the diamond.

An uplifting evening of Contemporary Christian music featuring Joel Vaughn and After Grace, bringing together pop energy and country-leaning harmonies in an up-close concert setting. Joel Vaughn is a recording artist, songwriter, and producer known for sleek, soulful vocals and a lively stage presence. His sound fuses modern Christian pop with touches of funk, and his radio successes include Pray It Up, Already Done, and Friend, pairing contemporary grooves with faith-rooted themes of hope and endurance. After Grace, the Arkansas duo of Cody Clark and Jerad Moffitt, blends acoustic pop and Christian country with close harmonies and sincere storytelling. Songs like I Still Need Jesus and Simple Things have resonated nationwide, reflecting a focus on grace, family, and redemption. General admission is $10.