Don’t miss out on the excitement in Franklin, NC this February 2024! Our Events Calendar is your ultimate guide to discovering the vibrant music scene, engaging classes, interactive workshops, and an array of entertaining activities in Franklin. Stay updated with us and dive into the fun that awaits you in our lively community.
Karaoke – Rathskeller Coffee Bar & Pub – Tuesday Evenings
Rathskeller Coffee Bar & Pub hosts Karaoke with DJ Don every Tuesday evening. They offer a full espresso bar, an array of craft beers, and fresh baked goods.
Music Bingo – Lazy Hiker Brewing Co. – Tuesday Evenings
Check out Lazy Hiker every Tuesday at 6pm for a fun spin on traditional bingo that lets you jam out to snippets of your favorite songs while playing competitively against other music lovers! FREE to play! Join in for 4 rounds of musical fun, hosted by the one and only, DJ Mox, for your chance to win a $5, $10, $15, or $20 Lazy Hiker gift card!
Trivia – Rathskeller Coffee Bar & Pub – Wednesday Evenings
Rathskeller Coffee Bar & Pub hosts Trivia every Wednesday evening, and the proceeds from the fun always go to a local nonprofit chosen by the winning team! They offer a full espresso bar, an array of craft beers, and fresh baked goods.
Wine Tasting – Gracious Plates on Main – Wednesday Evenings
Every Wednesday, Gracious Plates On Main welcomes a guest Sommelier from a different wine distributor and offers a guided wine tasting at individual tables throughout dinner service. Joining Wine Club and attending the tastings are both free.
Open Mic – Lazy Hiker Brewing Co. – Thursday Evenings
Lazy Hiker invites you to showcase your talent every Thursday night at their Open Mic from 6:30-9:30. Hosted by Diana New & Rachel Bellevance! All acts are welcome! Sign up for your time and show everyone what you got!
Karaoke – Lazy Hiker Brewing Co. – Friday Evenings
Hang out in the Taproom every other Friday from 7-10pm for a fun-filled night of Karaoke hosted by John Witherspoon of Spoon Karaoke. Grab some beers, take the stage, and sing your heart out!
Open Mic with Dirty Dave – Rathskeller Coffee Bar & Pub – Friday Evenings
Rathskeller Coffee Bar & Pub hosts an Open Mic Night on various Friday evenings throughout the month. Check out their online event page for the full schedule!
Live Music – Rathskeller Coffee Bar & Pub – Friday & Saturday Evenings
Rathskeller Coffee Bar & Pub features LIVE MUSIC most Friday evenings and every Saturday evening throughout the month. Check out their online event page for the full schedule!
Live Music – Slanted Window Tasting Station – Sunday Evenings
Slanted Window is a quaint local hangout where you can enjoy the only wine that is bottled right here in Macon County. Additionally, they have an array of food pairings. It’s also one of the only places in town where you’ll find live music on Sunday evenings. Check out their online event page for the full schedule!
Yarn & Fiber Classes – Silver Threads and Golden Needles – February (various dates)
Silver Threads & Golden Needles is a friendly and fiber obsessed yarn shop located in the Historic Downtown shopping area of Franklin, North Carolina. Whether you are a local or taking a vacation in the Smoky Mountains, they are your one stop destination for all things yarn and fiber! Check out their list of Yarn & Fiber Classes for this month.
Lip Flip Event (Be Our Valentine) – Spa Siobhan – February 1 @ 1:00pm
Visit Spa Siobhan for a Lip Flip Event on 2.1.24 to get the perfect pout just in time for Valentine’s Day! Tickets are $150 – this covers the lip flip + your choice of any FREE lip product (Jane, Bare, or Buxom), plus a makeup specialist will be available to help you select your perfect shade. Prior to the event, they will have a “Kissing Booth” raffle set up, where one lucky winner will win a FREE lip flip during the event. Appointments are required and will be limited. Message us or call Spa Siobhan at 828-349-4338 to claim your spot and save.
Book Club – A Novel Escape – February 1 @ 6:30pm
On the first Tuesday of every month, A Novel Escape hosts Book Club. It’s a fun group that delves into a variety of different genres, with each month’s book selected by popular vote. And to make it even better, each month’s chosen book is 15% off at the bookstore!
Fifteen Years of Favorites – A Dessert Cabaret – Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts – February 1 & 2 @ 6:30pm
For the past 15 years, the Overlook Theatre Company has called the Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts their home, presenting many plays, musicals and special events. Now they invite friends, family and patrons to join them in a wonderful retrospect evening of songs, stories and fun from the last 15 years of musicals and memories, all served on stage with a decadent dessert.
Tables seat 6 people and are open by general admission the evening of the show- reserved seating is not available. Due to the intimate nature of this event, seating is limited. Doors open one half hour before the presentation begins. This event is currently sold out.
Beginner Wire Wrapping with Barbara Rizzo – Uptown Gallery – February 2 @ 1:00pm
Join local artist Barbara Rizzo as she teaches you all about the basics of wire wrapping. You will learn how to make a bundle, make a ring, and make a pendant. cost of the class is $50 plus a materials fee. Class is limited to 6 participants, all tools provided by instructor. Please contact Barbara Rizzo at brdesigns14@gmail.com for more information or questions. Payment for class can be made at the Uptown Gallery in Franklin, NC.
Till Death Do Us Part: A Valentine’s Murder Mystery – McTernan Manor – February 3 @ 6:30pm
Join Lost in Time Entertainment and McTernan Manor for a night of mystery and intrigue. This will be a fun way to celebrate Valentine’s Day with a friend or a partner. Of course, singles are also welcome. The night will consist of the murder mystery game, appetizers, salad, entree, and dessert. The menu will be posted soon. The cost is $80.00 per person. Click on the link to purchase your tickets. Rooms are also available at the manor for the night or weekend. You will need to purchase rooms by calling McTernan Manor.
Workshop: Love Your Fruit Trees, Learn to Prune – Winding Stair Farm & Nursery – February 3 @ 10:00am
Learn the art and skill of pruning fruit trees for health and productivity with Adam Bigelow.
Join us for a perfectly timed class on pruning your fruit trees. Adam Bigelow (of Bigelow’s Botanical Excursions) will share his knowledge about various pruning tools and demonstrate techniques for training fruit-bearing trees to optimize their performance in the coming year.
Class will last approximately 3 hours with plenty of time for asking questions about your own trees and for specific advice. Bonus: We’ll apply the same techniques learned to fruiting shrubs, like the Blueberry.
Precious Metal Clay Class with Kathleen Woodring – Uptown Gallery – February 5 @ 11:00am
Join our jewelry artist Kathleen Woodring to explore working with silver metal in clay form. She will help you design a perfect piece for you to enjoy or to give as a special gift! You will have enough clay to make 2 pieces or a lovely set. Limited to 5 participants. Cost: $45 members/$55 nonmembers (Inquire with Uptown Gallery if you’d like to join our membership) Materials Fee: $60 and provided by instructor (clay, findings & chain) Contact Artist Kathleen Woodring for any questions, or to reserve your spot! kathleenwoodring@gmail.com
Silent Book Club – A Novel Escape – February 15 @ 6:30pm
Here’s something new for 2024 – Silent Book Club! Join us for an hour once a month and read silently amongst your fellow book lovers! There will be a “settle-in” period from 6:30-7pm, silent reading from 7-8pm, and a short exclusive shopping period from 8-8:30pm. Bring your pillow, blanket, or any other items to help you feel comfy while reading. Don’t forget your book!
Beginner Wire Wrapping with Barbara Rizzo – Uptown Gallery – February 16 @ 1:00pm
Join local artist Barbara Rizzo as she teaches you all about the basics of wire wrapping. You will learn how to make a bundle, make a ring, and make a pendant. cost of the class is $50 plus a materials fee. Class is limited to 6 participants, all tools provided by instructor. Please contact Barbara Rizzo at brdesigns14@gmail.com for more information or questions. Payment for class can be made at the Uptown Gallery in Franklin, NC.
Franklin Chamber of Commerce – Annual Awards & Installation Banquet – Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts – February 27 @ 7:00pm
The Franklin Area Chamber of Commerce invites you to attend the “Annual Awards & Installation Banquet.” Doors open at 6:30pm; Dinner served at 7pm. Table availability is limited. Awards will be presented for 2023 Citizen of the Year, Club/ Organization of the Year, Duke Citizenship & Service Award, Youth Citizenship & Service Award.
Lunch & Learn – Gracious Plates on Main – February 28 @ 11:00am
Local Author Chris Jackson will be at Gracious Plates On Main with copies of some of his most popular works. He’ll be conducting a Q&A Session with attendees and signing books upon request. Copies of Chris Jackson’s books can be purchased at the event. Attending this event is free, but they do recommend making a reservation. All WINE will be 1/2 OFF and the restaurant’s full lunch menu will be available to order both during and after the event.
Read about other great things going on in Franklin and the Sanctuary Village in our Blog.