I've volunteered for this event for two years and am so impressed! Why I love it:…read more- It is by far the best organized wine event I've been to and has the widest selection of high-quality food and drinks. No need to eat or drink beforehand - plenty to try there! - They probably have a hundred types of wines to try - and the attendees vary widely from people just looking to get drunk (definitely easy to do!!) to wine connoisseurs eager to find their new favorite. - They have great entertainment, with several bands playing at all time. - It's inside in a cool space (weather can certainly be an issue with some of the outdoor festivals) - It benefits an awesome charity! Great for a date or a night out with friends!!

This is a great event! This year was my second time and as always, I had a great time. They are not…read moreshy when it comes to their wine pours. Almost all of them will give you more if you ask! So many varieties of wine from different countries which I really enjoyed. In terms of food, it ranges from BBQ to grits to cupcakes and to cheese. My favorite was Murray's Cheese featured in Kroger and Sperry's! Their food was really good! This is a great event for a great cause. The venue is beautiful and the wines were fantastic!

This year was the 5th annual event! Hosted by Nashville Paw magazine at Animalia in Franklin. It's…read morea Halloween festival for people and dogs to get in their costumes. They had over 3,000 visitors last year and so they had to move to a larger grounds this year. With over 50 vendors, lots of food trucks and adoption booths, this is becoming one of the largest annual doggy festivals in Middle TN.

Looking for something fun to do, some family time, maybe a date night, or just hanging out with…read morefriends! Go to the fair! You can check out the animals, art work, shows, then head to the Rides! And you have to eat some Fair food!!! Corn Dogs, Funnel Cakes, deep fried Oreo's... soooo good! Very easy to get to, right off I65 just south of Franklin. Plenty of parking. What are you waiting for?

This is a smaller county fair but has great areas to enjoy. The staff are friendly, venue is clean…read moreand price for admission is competitive- including free parking.

I got the attend the Blackberry Jam Music Fest and our group enjoyed it so much! Great local flair…read moreand some awesome bluegrass music and bands. BYOB and roll out a picnic blanket and you're all set. They have a slew of food trucks during the performances as well as Italian ice. Kids and dogs are welcome, and they have a few lawn games to play to pass any time between sets.

I mean, this is the anti Bonnaroo scene. Think bougie, southern, monied, family-friendly tailgate…read moremeets a smooth lineup of really good music that closes promptly at curfew so as not to inflict local homeowners assn noise fines. It's comfy. The food is pricey and so good! There isn't ever a line at the Porta potty and you can spend as much as you want for amenities, access, VIP stuff or come in with a ticket wristband and enjoy the day fully. These ladies trade their loubitons (sp?) for fresh tie dye and hemp sandals or cowgirl boots and UNsensibke footwear lol. Vandy Greek folk, hipsters, roadies, serious food truck eats, and a veritable Bedouin tent shopping market with hate. SOOOO many hats lol. I love it, even with my eat-the-rich snark. In the right company, Pilgrimmage seems to be everything I thought it would in previous trips. Turns out not where, but who you're with that really matters. - Dave

First time at Pilgrimage and was so impressed! I think they have learned a lot over the past few…read moreyears about how to make this event enjoyable by all! 2 full days of music, as well as vendors(of all sorts: clothing, jewelry, art, etc), great food options and nice kids area too. I was worried it would be super crowded but the size of the crowd is not an issue. Nicely spread over the entire park so it's never feels claustrophobic. Easy to navigate from stage to stage and around the festival area. Plenty of water stations so you can refill your water bottle. Also plenty of spots to purchase other beverages and lines never unreasonably long. We were fortunate to attend the event with "veterans" who helped us navigate the logistics. #1 - Bring a water bottle! It is in September but it is usually still warm in TN and there are plenty of refill stations. You are not allowed to bring outside beverages in but they did seem to allow a bottle full of ice. #2 - Bring chairs(or blanket, depends on your preference). We brought our beach chairs and set them up in the Chair & Blanket section of one of the larger stages. That gave us a "home base" and we ventured to the other stages from there. #3 - Sunscreen. Again it is still pretty warm in TN in September and you will probably spend a lot of time in the sun. Hats are good too if you are a hat person. #4 - Dress comfortably, including shoes. The event is spread over the Harlinsdale farm area and if you want the full experience it will mean some walking, and you are walking on some gravel or dirt paths and lots of field areas. #5 - Don't overlook the smaller stages. The bigger stages host the bigger names but the smaller venues are lovely. Several of them are under tents or shade so that is a plus. Also the musicians you hear there are top notch too and you may be hearing a up 'n comer in the business! #6 - Most places take cards but having cash for some of these vendors can expedite check out if the wifi gets overloaded. There are plenty of great options in the food areas. (yes, multiple areas and food vendors around some of the larger stages too) Some nice shaded areas for eating and surely something for every taste. Incredible line up of talent. Different every year. Full of well know names with huge followings and plenty of newer faces that don't disappoint either. We were able to toggle between several of the stages and see a great variety of performances. Well done Pilgrimage! A great showcase!

Though the renaissance festival is a fun place to hang around in, the prices for the concessions…read moreare exorbitant. The turkey legs were $20 dollars plain, additional if you wanted a topping on it. All businesses are cash only, so you have to come with cash or use the ATMs which will charge you an additional fee to get cash out. I recommend you come already on a full stomach, enjoy the shows, but once you get hungry, go elsewhere where your money will have more purchase value.

As a first-time visitor to the TN Renaissance Festival, I was excited to step into a world of…read moremedieval history, entertainment, and immersive experiences. Unfortunately, the event didn't quite live up to my expectations. Admission was $38 per person, and the food prices were surprisingly high. Turkey legs were $20 each, drinks were $5, and corn on the cob was $7. By the time you add food and drinks, it becomes a fairly expensive day out. There were several shows and performances throughout the festival, and it's clear that many attendees enjoy dressing up and embracing the atmosphere. However, I found the event to be much more focused on shopping than on creating an authentic Renaissance experience. I would have loved to see more interactive and educational attractions, such as blacksmith demonstrations, opportunities to meet and learn about the horses, artisan workshops, or other hands-on activities that bring the time period to life. Instead, much of the experience felt centered around browsing vendor booths. While some vendors offered interesting items, others appeared to be selling products that didn't feel particularly unique or handcrafted. Overall, I don't regret going, as it was interesting to experience it for myself, but I left wishing there had been more to do beyond shopping and watching shows. If the festival added more immersive and educational elements, I would definitely consider returning. As it stands, it's probably not something I would attend again.

My first visit to Franklin, TN was two summers ago, on July 4th. I happened to visit during an…read moreexcessive heat warning, which lasted nearly a week. Hibernation was key. I ended up taking in a movie at the AMC dine-in Thoroughbred 20. I had a wonderful time that I ended up exploring the city a bit afterward. I returned a few days later to spend almost an entire day here. The AMC had effective air-conditioning. It was special in that I could order food and have it delivered to my seat. The bacon chicken mac was excellent. It was fun having yummy mac while taking in a flick. I loved visiting this city that's south of Nashville. It felt suburban, similar to Markham. It had everything that I needed when it came to shopping and dining. I dined and grabbed takeout at these establishments: - Old Chicago - Culver's - Shake Shack I had wonderful experiences at all three eateries. I'd return to relive them. I remember hitting a Starbucks drive-thru. It had just closed, so I can't comment on how great this cafe is other than the man was apologetic and polite. This area also has all my favourite stores to spend my hard-earned money at: - Office Depot - Trader Joe's - TJ Maxx - Kohl's - Barnes and Noble I needed a day to hit all of them thoroughly. It was some much fun. The next time I'm in Nashville, I'll consider staying in Franklin. It's nice to be away from all the major tourist attractions after visiting them. (43)

Franklin is a great town, its clean and friendly. However, I experienced some terrible time with…read morerenting a place to live there i have been here 2 year's. The apartment complexes are able to go up on your rent for any reason. They came up with different reasons as an average person it is unaffordable to live there it is my opinion not to live here.