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Looking for something fun to do with your family this weekend in Franklin County and Southern Middle Tennessee? We’ve rounded up the top events, festivals, and activities happening right here in our community.

1. Featured Event of the Weekend 🎉

• Triple T’s Southeast Shootout Pro Bull Riding Tour
• Saturday, October 4, 7:00 – 10:00pm. Southern Middle TN Pavilion. 1041 Wilton Cir, Winchester, TN 37398.
• Gates open at 6 pm.
  General Admission is cash only at the door:
  Adults/13 & up: $20
  Kids ages 6-12: $10
  Kids 5 & under: Free!!

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2. Family-Friendly Events 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦

Event Name: Do Club Pumpkin Painting at the Franklin County Library
🕒 Saturday, October 4th, 2025, 11:00AM – 1:00PM
📍 105 S Porter St, Winchester, TN 37398
🎟️ Free
➡️ All friends welcome. Limited pumpkins. Call to reserve – 931-967-3706.

Event Name: Swiss Pantry Open House
🕒 Saturday, October , 8:00am – 5:00pm
📍 Swiss Pantry – 10026 David Crockett Hwy, Belvidere, TN 37306
🎟️ Free, with a fundraiser lunch
➡️ Fun for the whole family! Come spend the day with us! Free Donut Samples Local Crafters Bounce House Fundraiser Lunch: Burgers, hotdogs, and sides provided by Chestnut Ridge Academy. Burgers smoked by Squidbily BBQ.

Event Name: A Saturday in Stars Hollow: A Gilmore Girls Fall Celebration
🕒 Saturday, October 4, 8:00am – 2:00pm
📍 213 E Main St, Decherd, TN 37324
🎟️ Free
➡️ Stroll through “Stars Hollow,” sip coffee at Luke’s, and enjoy themed treats that would make Lorelai and Rory proud. Take part in fall photo ops, trivia, and activities inspired by the show’s most beloved moments—from town meetings to pop culture banter. Whether you’re a diehard fan or just love the cozy energy of fall, this event will feel like stepping straight into your favorite episode.

Event Name: Course Championship
🕒 Saturday, October 4&5, 8:00 – 11:00am
📍 Arnold Golf Course – 2815 Wattendorf Memorial Hwy, Tullahoma, TN 37388
🎟️ To register, call (931) 454-4653 ! Make sure to Register by October 2nd!
➡️ The 2025 Course Championship is happening October 4 & 5! Two full days of competitive golf, individual play, and flighted divisions based on handicap. 📍 Arnold Golf Course ⏰ First tee time: 8:00 AM, Saturday, October 4 📅 All-day play both Saturday & Sunday

Event Name: Pop Up Shop
🕒 Saturday, October 4, 12:00 – 4:00pm
📍 140 1st Ave NW, Winchester, TN 37398
🎟️ ??
➡️ Come join us for a fun day of linking custom-fit bracelets, anklets, and necklaces that are welded on for a clasp-free, effortless look. Whether you’re celebrating a milestone, making memories with friends, or just want to treat yourself, this is such a special way to create jewelry that lasts. Stop by, pick your favorite chain, and let’s make it a piece you’ll wear every single day!

Event Name: “Learning Hemp Knots” with Valerie Breshears For ages 8 years and up. (Parents are welcome)
🕒 Sunday, October 5, 12:30 – 4:30pm
📍 204 Cumberland St E, Cowan, TN 37318
🎟️ Class fee: $20 must be paid at the time of registration. Supply fee: $10 must be paid directly to the workshop teacher on the day of the class. She takes cash or PayPal.
➡️ Attention, aunts, grandparents, moms, and dads! Join us for a fun new workshop that offers a wonderful opportunity to create lasting memories with your favorite young person. Don’t miss out on this chance to bond, learn, and have fun together!

Event Name: MTG: Casual Commander @ Good Game! (Every other Sunday)
🕒 Sunday, October 5, 1:00pm – 9:00pm
📍 110 1st Ave SE, Winchester, TN 37398
🎟️ Casual, open play (no entry fee beyond arcade admission)
➡️ Bring a deck and some friends for low-key Commander (EDH) meetups every other Sunday! All experience levels welcome—jump into a pod, trade a bit, or just hang and talk builds.

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3. Seasonal Fun 🍂

Event Name: Grandaddy’s Farm
🕒 Saturday, October 4, 9:00AM – 8:00PM
📍 454 Highland Ridge Rd, Estill Springs, TN 37330
🎟️ At the gate, Saturday $17.95 + sales tax
➡️ Grandaddy’s Farm in Franklin County, TN is a fall tradition for many families.

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4. Worth the Drive 🚗

Event Name: Craft Fair and Food Truck Festival
🕒 Saturday, October 4, 9:00am – 5:00pm
📍 21 Bear Wallow Rd, Flintville, TN 37335
🎟️ Free
➡️ Join us for a day of crafts, food, and talent! We are seeking crafters, food trucks, and performers to showcase their skills and entertain the crowd. Don’t miss out on this exciting event!

Event Name: Ardmore Car show
🕒 Saturday, October 4, 10:00am – 1:00pm
📍 30510 Ardmore Ridge Rd, Ardmore, TN 38449
🎟️ Free
➡️ The biggest one day car show in the South! Over six hundred show entries, swap meet, sponsor tents, food trucks, and so much more!

Event Name Old Timers Day- Manchester, TN
🕒 Saturday, October 4, 9:00am – 5:00pm
📍 Wilson St, Manchester, TN 37355
🎟️ Free
➡️ This event is located on the square in Manchester, TN. Vendor Event, Live Music, Kid Zone, Games, & Petting Zoo to follow till 5pm.

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5. Dad’s Pick of the Weekend 🔧

• My pick this weekend is the Ardmore Car show — I am a gearhead, it’s free, and a great way to sneak in some sunshine.

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Closing

• Got an event we missed? Drop it in the comments below or send it to us for next week’s roundup. Don’t forget to sign up for our newsletter so you never miss a family-friendly event in Franklin County, TN!