Good morning, Franklin.

The Franklin Makers Market returns to the Lake at Westhaven on Saturday, May 2 from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., featuring over 100 artisan vendors, local food trucks & a new Pups Pop Up area for dogs and their owners.

Six live music shows will take place this week in Franklin and Nashville, including a Disney-themed jazz performance at Franklin Theatre on Thursday at 7 pm (tickets available) and a Grand Ole Opry celebration on Tuesday at Opry House.

Shows feature Styx, Hunter Hayes-Franklin Jonas, Ben Rector, and Howie Day.

Franklin Transit will offer free rides on all fixed routes on Wednesday, Apr.

22 for Earth Day. The bike-friendly buses feature racks for bikes so passengers can combine biking and busing to help protect the environment.

The Puzzle Center invites local residents to spark their minds with daily puzzles including Crossword, Sudoku, and Word Search.

The free service, available for spring and beyond, offers mental fitness that fits into a coffee break (a simple way to boost focus).

Main Street Festival 2026

11 AM – 6 PM — Downtown Franklin Association & Historic Main Street District — Free entry — Explore a booklover’s paradise at the festival featuring various authors.

Jason Lee Wilson at Franklin Theatre

6-10 p.m. — The Franklin Theatre — Check venue for cost — Experience a night of engaging music and entertainment with Jason Lee Wilson.

Earth, Wind & Fire Concert

7-8:30 p.m. — FirstBank Amphitheater — Ticket prices vary — Experience the iconic sounds of Earth, Wind & Fire live in Franklin, TN.

Touch A Truck

5-8 p.m. — Jim Warren Park — Food available for purchase — Explore a variety of trucks and vehicles in a family-friendly environment with a special 'No Horn Hour' for little ones.

Ballet of Lights: Sleeping Beauty

4-5 p.m. — The Franklin Theatre — 20% off with code BALLETSPRING20 — Experience the classic tale of Sleeping Beauty reimagined through mesmerizing glow-in-the-dark ballet.

Historic Tour of The Factory

11 a.m. — The Factory x Franklin Visitor Center — $10 — Discover the fascinating history of a beloved Franklin landmark while exploring vibrant shops and restaurants.