Ushering in fall with festivities
Published 6:00 pm Wednesday, October 11, 2023
Showcasing their fall spirit at the Franklin Fall Festival on Saturday, Sept. 30, are, from left, 6-month-old Emlyn Cain, Baily Cain and 3-year-old Allison Cain. (Photo by Titus Mohler)
The 2023 Franklin Fall Festival gets underway Saturday morning, Sept. 30, as attendees stroll up and down North Main Street to check out the offerings of the event. (Photo by Titus Mohler)
Ready to explore the Franklin Fall Festival on Saturday, Sept. 30, are, from left, Elli Hurdle, Joseph Hurdle, R.J. Hurdle and Richard Hurdle. (Photo by Titus Mohler)
Joining for a family photo on North Main Street during the Franklin Fall Festival are, from left, William Harper, Gozer, Dixie the Tiny Dog, Jemma Harper, Oliver Harper and Archer Harper. (Photo by Titus Mohler)
Pausing for a photo as they enjoy the Franklin Fall Festival on Saturday, Sept. 30, is, from left, Javokne Kindred, Aaliyah Kindred and Betsy Harvey. (Photo by Titus Mohler)
Debbie Morrow, left, and Mari Lilly enjoy the Franklin Fall Festival on Saturday, Sept. 30. (Photo by Titus Mohler)
Ian Hudson, left, and Lori Kokich stand near a part of the Franklin Fall Festival where local first responders are showcasing some of their emergency vehicles. (Photo by Titus Mohler)
Charles Chavis, left, and Trina Deloatch share smiles Saturday morning, Sept. 30, during the early stages of the 2023 Franklin Fall Festival. (Photo by Titus Mohler)
Enjoying the pumpkin painting opportunities in the kids zone at the Franklin Fall Festival on Saturday, Sept. 30, are, from left, front row, 2-year-old Thomas Lowe and 7-year-old Olivia Lowe; back row, their mother Crystal Lowe and grandmother Mary Lowe. (Photo by Titus Mohler)
From left, Kaylee Ray, Skylah Ray and Gray Strattoa briefly pause from their pumpkin painting for a quick photo. (Photo by Titus Mohler)
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The needed variables came together for an outstanding Fall Festival Weekend in the city of Franklin this year.
Organizers were delighted with the participation for both the Food Truck Rodeo on Friday, Sept. 29, and the Fall Festival on Saturday, Sept. 30.
The rodeo, held at Barrett’s Landing Park, featured multiple food trucks and a concert.
On Saturday morning, the sky was overcast, but the weather was great overall, and the Fall Festival came to life with people perusing vendors positioned along North Main Street and branching off along intersecting streets.
In addition to music, vendors and food offerings, the festival also featured a kids zone, with children of all ages busily painting pumpkins.
“We were thrilled with the Food Truck Rodeo and concert on Friday evening followed by an incredible Fall Festival Saturday,” Franklin City Manager Amanda C. Jarratt said. “This event had the most vendors that we have ever had as well as a fabulous crowd.”
She indicated that the total number of vendors reached 123.
“We appreciate all of the sponsors, volunteers and city employees that made this event possible,” she said. We look forward to seeing everyone at our future upcoming events throughout the remainder of the holiday season.”
Up next after the National Night Out event on Tuesday, Oct. 3, is the Franklin Cruise-In Finale, set for Saturday, Oct. 14, in downtown Franklin. Then on Saturday, Oct. 21, is the Trick or Trot 5K Run; for more information on the run and to register for it, visit www.franklintrickortrot5k.org/.
