Franklin, NC
Franklin is located in the Blue Ridge and Smoky Mountains. This quaint southwestern North Carolina town offers a change of pace and an abundant supply of activities for the entire family. Franklin was recently featured in "Where to Retire Magazine" and named one of the TOP 10 places to retire.
A visit to Franklin would not be complete without a side trip to Macon County's other top ten spots in America. Lake Nantahala, located 15 miles to the east was voted #1 Splash vacations destinations by Good Morning America and National Geographic Adventure Magazine. Highlands, located 15 miles to the east has been voted tops in many categories over the last 50 years, from everything from places to live to dining and lodging.
Franklin is known as the Gem Capital of the World. The natural heritage of Franklin is not limited to mountain scenery, wildlife, rivers, and waterfalls. This area is rich in gems and minerals. Gems include rubys, sapphires, and garnets just to name a few.
Things to Do:
The Fun Factory
1024 Georgia Rd
Franklin, NC. 28734
800-482-2386
Family Fun...games, go carts, minin golf, bowling, laser tag, restaurants, and more.
Cullasaja Falls
Located in the Cullasaja Gorge
250 feet cascade/free-fall
No hike necessary-road side
Visible from US Hwy 64, 11 miles east of Franklin and 9 miles west of Highlands.
Dry Falls
Unique falls in that you can actually walk behind the falls.
80 feet free-fall
200 yard easy walk
Located on US Hwy 64, 3.5 miles from Highlands, 16.5 miles east of Franklin. Paved walking path leads to falls from parking area.
9/4/2010 - Labor Day Weekend Festival 9/5/2010 - Labor Day Weekend Festival Where to Stay:
Scaley Mountain, NC
Scaley Mountain Outdoor Center offers: snow tubing, ice skating, summer tubing ,and even trout fishing. Make sure you check the conditons before your next visit go to www.scalymountain.com
Calendar of Events:
3/12/2010 - Randy Travis
Location: Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts, Franklin, NC
When: Friday March 12th @ 7:30
Description: Like the Beatles in rock, Randy Travis marks a generational shift in country music. When his Storms of Life came out in 1986, country music was still wallowing in the post-urban cowboy recession, chasing elusive crossover dreams. Travis brought the music back to its basics, sounding like nothing so much as a perfect blend of George Jones and Merle Haggard.
Contact: 828-524-1598 or toll free 866-273-4615
4/13/2010 - Taste of Home Cooking Show
Location: Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts, Franklin,NC
When: Tuesday April 13th @ 7:00 PM
Description: Get ready. It's coming soon. It's new and fresh. It will tantalize your senses with a smorgasbord of mouthwatering sights and fresh picked flavors. What you ask? The Taste of Home Cooking School, the #1 culinary demonstration in the country, presented live at the Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts.
Contact: 828-524-1598 or toll free 866-273-4615
4/16/2010 - James Gregory
Location: Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts, Franklin,NC
When: Friday April 16th @ 7:30 PM
Description: For over two decades, the unforgettable caricature of veteran comedian James Gregory has stood grinning: his shirt un-tucked, his arms outstretched, a carefree welcome to a down-home, hilarious comedy experience. It?s storytelling at its best. The trademark caricature is the essence of James Gregory?s comedy: rib-tickling reflections on life from the front porch.
Contact: 828-524-1598 or toll free 866-273-4615
4/30/2010 - Ray Stevens
Location: Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts, Franklin,NC
When: Friday April 30th @ 2:30 PM and 7:30 PM
Description: Multi-platinum recording artist, songwriter and two-time Grammy winner Ray Stevens is celebrating 50 years in the music business this year. From his comedy hit, "The Streak" to the socially aware "Mr. Businessman" to his Grammy award winning pop standard "Everything is Beautiful," Stevens continues to showcase his observant and witty songwriting.
Contact: 828-524-1598 or toll free 866-273-4615
5/18/2010 - Mel Tillis
Location: Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts, Franklin,NC
When: Tuesday May 18th @ 2:30 PM and 7:30 PM
Description: Country music legend, Mel Tillis, started performing in the early '50's with a group called The Westerners while serving as a baker in the United States Air Force, stationed in Okinawa. In 1956, Webb Pierce recorded a song written by Mel entitled "I?m Tired", and it launched Mel's musical career.
Contact: 828-524-1598 or toll free 866-273-4615
6/18/2010 - 6/20/2010 - Taste of Scotland Weekend
Location: Franklin's Downtown Main Street
Description: June 18th - Ceilidh - Scottish Musical Party and BBQ Dinner, downtown gazebo, 6:00 pm. June 19th - The 14th Annual Taste of Scotland - Street festival with all things Scottish including entertainment, clans, authentic Scottish foods, music & dancing, pipe & drum bands, parade, border collie demonstrations, crafts, shortbread contest, children's highland games and many other contests. Free admission. 9:00am to 5:00 pm June 20th - Kirkin of the Tartans - First Presbyterian Church.
Contact: 828-524-7472 or email claire@dometrics.com
7/3/2010 - July 4th Funday & Fireworks
Location: Macon County Veteran's Memorial Recreational Park
When: Starts at 11:00 am
Contact: For more info call 828-524-3161
7/4/2010 - 4th of July Parade
Location: Downtown Franklin, NC
When: Sunday July 4th @ 10:00 am
Contact: Linda Schlott at 828-524-2516
7/16/2010 - 7/17/2010 - 7th Annual Franklin Folk Festival
Location: Downtown Franklin, NC
Description: A celebration of Appalachian heritage in Downtown Franklin. Over 50 living exhibits of authentic mountain living, food, entertainment and more.
Contact: For more details call 828-369-7411
8/13/2010 - 8/14/2010 - 2nd Annual Mountain High BBQ & Music Festival
Location: Franklin, NC
When: Friday August 13th through Saturday August 14th time(TBA)
Description: Come join us for the Second Annual Mountain High BBQ & Music Festival set in the beautiful mountains of Western North Carolina. Franklin, NC will host this two-day event featuring authentic, mouth-watering BBQ, live entertainment, a crafters village, kids area and a tastin’ tent. Buckle up for some GREAT BBQ.......
Contact: For more information call the Franklin County Chamber of Commerce at 828-524-3161.
8/14/2010 - Ricky Skaggs
Location: Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts 1028 Georgia Road, Franklin, NC 28734
When: Saturday August 14th Time (TBA)
Description: Sometimes in life, things come full circle. That's the story of Ricky Skaggs. By age 21, he was already considered a "recognized master" of one of America's most demanding art forms, but his career took him in other directions, catapulting him to popularity and success in the mainstream of country music. Now the road has brought him back to where it all began - bluegrass music.
Location: Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts 1028 Georgia Road, Franklin, NC 28734
When: Saturday September 4th from 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Description: Featuring: Tim Surrett and Balsam Range, The Hayes Family, Jimmy Blackwood and the Blackwood Brothers Quartet, The Singing Browns, The Rochesters, and The Inspirations.
Costs: TICKETS: $10-$20
Location: Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts 1028 Georgia Road, Franklin, NC 28734
When: Sunday September 5th from 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Description: Featuring: The Primitives, The McKameys and The Inspirations
Costs: TICKETS: $10-$20
10/22/2010 - 10/23/2010 - 14th Annual Pumpkin Fest
Location: Downtown Franklin, NC
When: Friday October 22nd and Saturday October 23rd
Description: Come Join us for he 14th Annual Pumkin Fest. It's held in downtown Franklin along Main Street. The event features crafters, the famous pumpkin roll, live music all day, pie eating contest, games, costume contest and parade along with food. Fun for the entire family.
Contact: For more information call 828-524-2516
12/17/2010 - Oak Ridge Boys
Location: Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts 1028 Georgia Road, Franklin, NC 28734
When: Friday December 17th from 2:30 PM - 4:30 PM and from 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM.
Description: The Oak Ridge Boys, with that unmistakable four-part harmony, have produced dozens of hit songs - including "You're the One in a Million", "I'm Settin' Fancy Free", "Sail Away", and of course, "Elvira" - earned just about every industry accolade available, including Grammy, Dove, ACM, and CMA awards, and won millions of fans worldwide. Their newest albums, "The Boys are Back" and "The Oak Ridge Boys: A Gospel Journey" are now available.
Costs: TICKETS: $15-$18
Lakefront home located directly on the shores of Lake Nantahala nestled in the Nantahala National Forest. Home features include 5 bedrooms, 3.5 bath, stack stone fireplace, pool table, fully equipped kitchen for cooking and serving, kitchenette, grill, covered decks, lakeside deck w/ firepit area, canoe, kayaks, paddle boat, fishing poles, tackle, and ski boat. All you need to do is bring your clothes and be ready to have one of best times of your life.
www.smokymountainvacationstation.com
Lakefront home located directly on the shores of Lake Nantahala nestled in the Nantahala National Forest. Home features include 4 bedrooms, 4 full baths, stack stone fireplace, pool table, fully equipped kitchen for cooking and serving, kitchenette, covered decks, lakeside deck w/ firepit area and grill, canoe, kayaks, fishing poles, tackle, and pontoon boat.
www.smokymountainvacationstation.com
Real Estate Information:
Keller Williams Realty
Evelyn Owens, ABR, SRS
Toll Free: 866-524-0113
Office: 828-524-0113
Cell: 828-332-0088
info@sellingfranklin.com
www.sellingfranklin.com
Favorite Area Restaurants:
Frog & Owl Mountain Bistro
46 East Main Street
Franklin, NC. 28734
828-349-4112
Review: Great food.
Cody's Original Roadhouse
319 Carolina Mtn Drive
Franklin, NC. 28734
828-369-8156
Review: Fun place for the whole family. Peanuts on the floor, cold big beers, and good food.