Now in its fifth year, Museum of the Cherokee People’s annual The Way We See the World event highlights Native pop culture and showcases contemporary perspectives for Cherokee people, primarily by Cherokee people. This community-centered celebration puts Native self-representation in the spotlight, uplifting creative work that explores identity through film, music, and visual art. Previous ... Read more
The Naturalist Trail Race - 25 / 50k, which is a part of the Outdoor 76 FALL CELEBRATION, is back for another round of leg hurting fun on October 3, 2026! This day encompasses our trail race, multiple bands throughout the day along with 24 draft craft beers for all post race celebrations. Come explore ... Read more
Celebrate Appalachian culture and community at Foxfire’s annual Mountaineer Festival, held the first Saturday of every October. This year’s festival takes place Saturday, October 3, 2026, from 10 a.m.–4 p.m. at the Rabun County Civic Center Pavilions in Clayton, Georgia. The festival features traditional craft and heritage demonstrations, live music, crosscut saw competitions, children’s activities, ... Read more
What if exploring Franklin, North Carolina, could lead you to a $10,000 treasure? All while helping a nonprofit for kids in need? On Saturday, October 10, 2026, 828 Treasure Quest brings an action-packed competition to Franklin, combining the thrill of a scavenger hunt with challenges, clues, strategy and a race to the finish. Teams will ... Read more
Get ready to let the good times roll during Franklin, North Carolina's 30th Annual PumpkinFest! We roll into action at 9:00am with Franklin's Historic Downtown at full tilt with everything pumpkin. Compete in the World Famous Pumpkin Roll. Let the kids (of all ages) and dogs participate in the Costume Parade and Contest. And don't miss ... Read more
Join the Town of Franklin as we, along with our citizens, honor Veterans on Tuesday, November 11th with a parade & ceremony. The parade will leave the lower level of Franklin Town Hall at 10:30 am and travel to the Gazebo on the Square for the ceremony. Special banners lead each group of Veterans along ... Read more
Gobble! Gobble! Enjoying a holiday in the mountains? Make room for more food while doing good. Join us for Franklin's annual Cold Turkey 5K & Little Turkeys Fun Run/Walk Thanksgiving Day! All for the Special Olympics of Macon County, NC It's our lucky 13th anniversary and we are planning to make this year's fundraiser the ... Read more
Step into the magic of the season in Historic Downtown Franklin! ✨During Winter Wonderland, our charming mountain town transforms into a glowing holiday village—twinkling lights, beautifully decorated storefronts, and the joyful sounds of the season filling the air. Stroll Main Street as local musicians perform at the gazebo, shop incredible deals from our downtown merchants ... Read more
🎄 A beloved holiday tradition, the Franklin Christmas Parade brings joy and sparkle to downtown on the Sunday after Thanksgiving! Gather along Main Street as the town comes alive with twinkling lights, cheerful music, and festive floats decked out for the season. 🎅 The parade begins on Church Street, entering Main Street through Town Hall’s ... Read more
The holiday magic continues in Historic Downtown Franklin! ✨Join us for Night Two of Winter Wonderland, when Main Street once again transforms into a sparkling celebration of lights, music, and small-town holiday charm. Enjoy beautifully decorated storefronts, festive photo ops, and the joyful sounds of the season as live musicians perform throughout downtown. Our merchants ... Read more
This year marks the 12th anniversary the Crabtree family, with help from the Town of Franklin, has sponsored the New Year’s Eve Ruby Drop.
Franklin, NC is the place to rest, regroup, restock, repair (equipment and your body), check in with your loved ones, grab a hot meal and cold brew. As the first Appalachian Trail Community we welcome thru-hikers in so many ways! At 110 miles on the AT, we are an affordable, authentic mountain town. Here's just ... Read more