1. Franklin Rodeo
WHAT: The Franklin Rodeo is one of the longest running family events in Middle Tennessee and one of the largest rodeos east of the Mississippi! Founded in 1949, the Franklin Rodeo brings over 18,000 screaming fans, year after year, to enjoy the excitement of national rodeo competition events.
WHEN: May 18,19 and 20, 7pm each night
WHERE: Ag Expo Center, 4215 Long Ln, Franklin
2. Spring Hill Pickin’ in the Park
WHAT: The season’s first Pickin’ in the Park is Saturday, featuring The Darlins, Marie Wise Hawkins, Jayden Willis, The Referent Cavaliers, Tim McKeon, Misha Robledo and Roger Green
WHEN: May 20, 7pm
WHERE: Harvey Park, 4001 Miles Johnson Pkwy, Spring Hill
3. Movie at Crockett Park
WHAT: The City of Brentwood is hosting its first ever movie in the park this weekend. Pack your lawn chairs and blankets and bring your family to enjoy “Moana.” Food trucks will also be on site.
WHEN: May 19, dusk
WHERE: Eddy Arnold Amphitheater at Crockett Park, 1500 Volunteer Parkway, Brentwood
4. Leiper’s Fork Crawfish Boil
WHAT: Enjoy some great food for a good cause at The event will serve two charities: The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society’s Man of the Year Campaign in honor of (Leiper’s Fork local) Lily Hensiek and also the Community Outreach Ministries B.A.D.G.E. program established for the Williamson Country Sheriff’s Office to assist deputies and their families with financial support in times of need.
The day’s festivities include a Crawfish Boil, family friendly activities, silent auction, music from local bands and more.
WHEN: May 20th, from 1 to 11 p.m.
WHERE: 4110 Old Hillsboro Road, Franklin
5. Jazz at the Factory
WHAT: Jazz At The Factory celebrates the best local, national and international Jazz, Soul and Blues music. K.C. Martin presents Joe West, Melody DeForge and some of Nashville’s finest top flight live music
WHEN: May 20, 7pm
WHERE: Little Brick Theater at The Factory at Franklin, 230 Franklin Road, Franklin