Franklin Fall Festival

The Franklin Fall Festival on September 27, 2025, is a lively community event held at the DriveHubler.com Amphitheater at Youngs Creek Park in Franklin, Johnson County. It runs from 10:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. and offers a range of family-friendly activities, including a parade, Dachshund Derby, hay rides, free outdoor concerts featuring live music, food vendors, a beer garden, and evening fireworks.

The atmosphere of the festival is festive and welcoming, celebrating the fall season with a strong community spirit. It is handicapped accessible and provides a mix of entertainment for all ages. The event typically draws locals and visitors alike to enjoy the food trucks, craft and vendor booths, and interactive activities centered in the park.

Key activities and event highlights include:

• Parade: A traditional component typical of community festivals.
• Dachshund Derby: A popular, family-friendly dog race event.
• Live Music Concert: Starting in the evening around 7:00 p.m., featuring local or themed music acts. For 2025, a "Neon 90's Country Rewind" performance is scheduled from 7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. in the amphitheater.
• Food Vendors and Beer Garden: Available from late afternoon into the evening (around 5:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.), offering a variety of local food and drink options.
• Hay Rides: Fun fall-themed rides suitable for families.
• Fireworks: Concluding the evening to cap the festival festivities.

The venue, the DriveHubler.com Amphitheater at Youngs Creek Park, serves as a cultural hub in Franklin with prior events such as summer concert series showcasing different genres, reinforcing its role as an accessible, well-loved community space.

The Franklin Fall Festival has a history of being a cherished local tradition celebrating community, harvest time, and seasonal joy. It is organized by Franklin Parks & Recreation and supported by local sponsors, aiming to bring the town together through entertainment, food, and festive activities.

A rough 2025 schedule at the amphitheater for this day:

• 10:00 a.m. – Festival opens with parade and vendor booths.
• Afternoon – Dachshund Derby and hay rides throughout the park.
• 5:00 p.m. – Food vendors and beer garden open.
• 7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. – Live concert, "Neon 90's Country Rewind."
• Around 9:30-10:00 p.m. – Fireworks show to conclude.

This event ties into the broader lively culture of Franklin, which also hosts other festivals like the Farmers Market and Fall Vintage & Handmade Fest, emphasizing its small-town charm with a vibrant community calendar.