Celebration of Nations Coming to Downtown Franklin

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Sister Cities of Franklin and Williamson County has announced the 2014 Celebration of Nations for the second year in Downtown Franklin on October 11, 2014, 12:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m.

For the second year in a row, the festival will feature an international beer tasting from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.  The festival will be located on Fourth Avenue from the parking garage to Main Street and the alley from Fourth to the Historic Williamson County Courthouse.  There will be two stages, one on Fourth Avenue and another in front of the courthouse.

celebration of nationsThe international beer tasting will take place in the alley and feature 20 beers, from 10 countries.  Main Street will remain open.   Tickets for the International Beer tasting are $25.00 in advance and $30.00 at the door, with limited tickets available.  Tickets may be purchased at www.sistercitiestn.org.  Music and dance from India, Mexico, Ireland, Tibet, Canada, Persia, France, Americana and West Africa will be highlighted on both stages.

Many sponsors have signed on for the Celebration of Nations including Franklin Synergy Bank, Zia Productions, Southern Events, PLAMedia, Del Rio Wine and Spirits, Lipman, Tennessee Arts Commission, the City of Franklin and Williamson County.  Sponsorship opportunities and booth rental are still available.  The event is also interested in featuring some food trucks, but limited spots are available.  Interested parties should contact Sharon Bottorff at 615-512-9551 or email [email protected].