2012 Franklin, North Carolina Calendar of Events
- Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts - Franklin, NC's 1,500 seat state-of-the-art facility presents the finest in performing arts. With the main focus on family entertainment, the Smoky Mountain Center is a great place to come and enjoy a good time with all that Franklin has to offer. Call 866-273-4615 or visit www.greatmountainmusic.com for ticket availability.
Upcoming 2012 performances include....
- February 14 - The Lettermen, 7:00 PM, Tickets $18-24
- Feburary 18 - John Tartaglia’s Imaginocean, 7:00 PM, Tickets $10 Student, $15 Adult
- February 25 - Sammy Cortino, 7:00 PM, Tickets $12 – 15
- March 3 - Alice Tan Ridley, 7:30 PM, Tickets $14 – $20
- March 9 - Roots & Boots Tour Featuring Aaron Tippin, Joe Diffie, & Sammy Kershaw
7:30 pm - Tickets $27 – 35
- March 30 - Christian Classic Tour, Steve Green, Twila Paris, Michael Card, Wayne Watson - 7:30 PM - Tickets $20 – 25
- April 1 - Veggie Tales Live! - Sunday, April 1, 2012, 2:30 PM
Tickets $25 VIP, $15 Advance, $20 Door - There are a limited number of $25 VIP tickets available. Each VIP ticket includes a character meet and greet.
- April 14 - Jeff Foxworthy, A Comedy Benefit for Africa (Opening Act: Balsam Range)
7:30 PM - Tickets $39 – $99
- April 20 - Bill Pinkney’s Original Drifters and The Crystals, 7:30 PM, Tickets $14 – 22
- April 27 - Juan Siddi Flamenco Theatre Company, 7:30 PM, Tickets $10 – $17
- May 11 - Tenth Avenue North - 7:30 PM, Tickets $12 – $18
- March 30 & 31 - Franklin's April Fool's Trail Days - Come join in this celebration of the Appalachian Trail - Friday & Saturday Night - Sapphire Inn - 5:00 to 9:00 p.m. - Waldroop Band, Talent Contest, Food. Saturday - Downtown Franklin - 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Live Music, Food, Outdoor Exhibits.
- May 11 to 13 - Mother’s Day Gemboree - Macon County Community Building, Fri & Sat 10am – 6pm; Sun 11am – 4pm. For information call 800-336-7829.
- May 12 – “Airing of the Quilts” Mothers Day weekend
Springtime meant that it was time for Spring cleaning and the "Airing of the Quilts" and other bed linens. Downtown Franklin will be alive with quilts and have a special celebration from 10-4.
- July 4 - 4th of July Parade in Historic Downtown Franklin 10:00 am until 1 pm. Parade begins at 10:00 am.
- July 4 - 4th of July Fireworks July 4th In the Park - Macon County Veteran’s Memorial Rec Park. Fireworks at dark. U.S. 441 South. For information call 800-336-7829.
- July 20 & 21 - 9th Annual Franklin Folk Festival - A celebration of Appalachian heritage in Downtown Franklin. Over 40 living exhibits of authentic mountain living, food, entertainment and more. Call 828-369-7411 for details. Sponsored by Macon County Folk Heritage Association.
- August 10 & 11 - 4th Annual Mountain High BBQ & Music Festival - Wayne Proffitt Agricultural Center, U.S. 441 South, Friday 11am-9pm; Saturday 10am-7pm. For information call 800-336-7829.
- October 19 & 20 - 16th Annual Pumpkin Fest
- October 19 - Hayrides from East Franklin Shopping Center from 3pm - 6pm, After School treats for the kids in East Franklin Shopping Center from 3pm - 5pm.
- October 20 - Street festival along Main Street with crafters, Famous Pumpkin Roll, Live Music all day, Pie Eating Contest, Games, Costume Contest and Parade along with Food. 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Call 828-524-2516 for more information. Come join the festivities
- November 11 - Veteran's Parade - Downtown Franklin 11 AM. Contact 828-524-2516 for more information.
- November 23 - Annual Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony and Candlelight Service on the Square in Downtown &music. Contact 828-524-2516.
- November 25 - Franklin’s Christmas Parade - 3pm - Main Street Downtown Franklin. For information call 800-336-7829.
- December 7 - Winter Wonderland - Franklin's Holiday Festival-Historic downtown Franklin will be changed into a Winter Wonderland. The event will be one night only from 5:00 to 9:00 PM. Live music, Santa Clause, wagon rides. Contact 828-524-2516 for more information.
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