🎄✨ What’s Happening Today in Franklin County, TN? (Saturday, December 20, 2025)

The holiday season is in full swing, and Franklin County, Tennessee is packed with fun, festive, and family-friendly events today! Whether you’re looking for photos with Santa, sweet holiday treats, cozy activities with animals, or a fun night out dancing or singing karaoke, there’s something for everyone this Saturday.

Here’s your full guide to everything happening today in Franklin County, TN!


9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
🎯 TN Enhanced Permit Course

📍 Templar Shooting Sports

A full-day Tennessee Enhanced Handgun Permit course for those looking to complete or renew certification.
💵 $75 per person | $125 per couple
📞 Call, visit, or book online to reserve your spot.

Best for adults; check requirements before attending.


9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
🎅 Santa Claus Is Coming to Town!

📍 720 S College St, Winchester, TN (Happy Place Indoor Play Center)

Santa Claus is spending the day at Happy Place Indoor Play Center! Kids can meet Santa, share their Christmas wishes, and take photos throughout the day.

✔ Perfect for young kids
✔ Great indoor holiday activity
✔ Come anytime during event hours


10:30 AM – 3:00 PM
🍪 Holiday Sweet & Greet

📍 Sweet Life Bakery – 146 Brandi Way, Winchester

Celebrate the season with a sweet stop at Sweet Life Bakery’s Holiday Sweet & Greet! Enjoy holiday treats, sample handcrafted baked goods, and pick up delicious gifts (or treats just for you).

✔ Community open house
✔ Holiday desserts & baked goods
✔ Family-friendly atmosphere


11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
🐾 Paws and Pages Pajama Party

📍 Animal Harbor – 56 Nor Nan Rd, Winchester

Slip into your pajamas and enjoy a cozy afternoon with cats and kittens at Animal Harbor! This free event includes hot cocoa, snacks, crafts, and coloring activities — plus plenty of furry cuddles.

What to expect:
✔ FREE event (no registration)
✔ Hot cocoa & snacks
✔ DIY Christmas ornaments & coloring
✔ Adoption opportunities available

Adoptions require a pre-approved application.


7:00 PM – 8:00 PM
💃 Ballroom Dance Class

📍 303 Montgomery St, Cowan (Cowan Center for the Arts)

Take your sweetheart (or a friend!) out for a fun evening of ballroom dancing. Hosted by Let’s Make a Note Music, Art, and Enrichment Center, this class is perfect for beginners and experienced dancers alike.

✔ Fun date night idea
✔ Beginner-friendly
✔ Music, movement & community


7:30 PM – 10:30 PM
🎤 Christmas Karaoke

📍 108 Banks Street, Huntland

Warm up those vocal cords and sing your favorite songs before Christmas! This festive karaoke night is a fun way to wrap up your Saturday with friends and holiday cheer.

✔ Casual, fun atmosphere
✔ Holiday vibes
✔ Great for adults & teens


🎉 Make It a Festive Saturday in Franklin County!

From Santa visits and sweet treats to pajama parties, dancing, and karaoke, Saturday, December 20th is full of ways to enjoy the holiday season together as a family or community.

Find daily updated, family-friendly events at:
👉 TheDadMap.com
Your trusted Franklin County parenting & events guide.

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