Dickens of a Christmas Festival

Dickens of a Christmas presented by Wilson Bank & Trust recreates the time of Charles Dickens using historic downtown Franklin’s charming architecture as the backdrop. A variety of musicians, dancers and Dickens characters will fill the streets. Expect to see and interact with the nefarious Fagin from Oliver Twist; Jacob Marley, Ebenezer Scrooge, Tiny Tim and the rest of the Cratchit family from A Christmas Carol; and of course, a Victorian Father and Mother Christmas with treats for children. The festival is produced by the Heritage Foundation of Williamson County.

Featuring:

Arts & Crafts Vendors

Food & Beverage Vendors

Main Stage Entertainment presented by Nissan

Victorian Village with Holiday Dancers, Characters and Carolers

Acoustic Stage

StoryTimes presented by Atmos Energy & Hart and Home

Whiskey Lounge by Leipers Fork Distillery

Beer Garden by Bavarian Bierhaus

FREE Public Wifi presented by United Communications

Arts & Crafts

Artisans and craftspeople will showcase their work giving festival goers access to shop and experience unique local, regional, national and even international crafts, products, foods and giftables.

Fun Activities

Victorian Village is back with a full block of holiday fun on Main Street filled with holiday dancers, characters and entertainers!

Food & Drink

An enhanced food menu awaits with more cold snacks and beverages. Be on the lookout for festival favorites and newcomers that will delight a cozy, fall appetite!

Live Entertainment

Don’t miss live entertainment on Main Stage presented by Nissan and Acoustic Stage!

Downtown Shopping

All Downtown Franklin merchants will be open and celebrating with specials, features and promotions for enhanced shopping, dining and entertainment throughout the historic district.

Date: December 14-15, 2024