Discover Franklin NC

Discover Franklin NC Franklin, North Carolina Official Tourism page Come discover Franklin, NC. There's no hustle and bustle of city life.

Here the mountain peaks reach over one mile in the air to kiss the sky and there are outdoor adventures around every corner. Our pace of life is slow and relaxing. Plus if you want, there's always plenty of fun for every member of the family. Franklin, NC is known for our wealth of natural beauty. You'll discover magnificent waterfalls & breathtaking mountain vistas. Try your hand at gem mining, g

o for a trek on the Appalachian Trail, find a fishing hole, explore the mountains on your bike or motorcycle. You'll also discover great shopping including handmade arts & crafts, antiques & much more. Of course, you can always just simply kick your feet up and relax. Franklin, North Carolina is just over two hours from many major South- eastern metro areas including Atlanta, GA, Knoxville, TN, and Greenville, Spartanburg, SC, the perfect home base to take in all of the attractions of the area. We're the perfect place for your next vacation or weekend getaway.

Nature's hitting the reset button today. Maybe we should too.
03/20/2026

Nature's hitting the reset button today. Maybe we should too.

02/18/2026

Join us as Mark Lowry comes to the Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts!

From his deep roots in family harmony to a lifetime spent entertaining audiences, Mark Lowry brings a heartfelt blend of music and storytelling. Best known for penning the beloved Christmas classic “Mary Did You Know?” and for his years with the Grammy Award–winning Gaither Vocal Band, his performances are both inspiring and joy-filled.

📅 March 26th
⏰ 7:30 PM
🎟️ Tickets on sale now!

👉 Grab your seats early — this one will sell fast!

02/18/2026

Classes are posted for March! Not as many classes this month as usual but our volunteers need time off occasionally! We do this because we love it and our only return is the joy of clay we share with you.
Due to recent weather cancelations there are two glaze classes in March so your beautiful pottery can be finished. Sign up for one of the glaze classes: Feb. 22nd, March 8th and March 22nd.
https://www.coweepotteryschool.org/

01/01/2026
Happy Thanksgiving from our family to yours! 🧡We’re thankful for YOU today and every day.
11/27/2025

Happy Thanksgiving from our family to yours! 🧡

We’re thankful for YOU today and every day.

11/12/2025

A MUST see!

11/12/2025
Honoring all who served.Thank you, Veterans, for your bravery and sacrifice.
11/11/2025

Honoring all who served.
Thank you, Veterans, for your bravery and sacrifice.

A Must see!
09/26/2025

A Must see!

🎸 Get ready to rock, Franklin! 🎶
Departure – The Journey Tribute Band is coming to the Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts!
Experience the iconic hits, soaring vocals, and unforgettable energy that made Journey one of the greatest rock bands of all time.

📅 Date: Saturday, September 27th
📍 Location: Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts

🎤 Sing along to your favorites like Don’t Stop Believin’, Faithfully, and Any Way You Want It — performed with the passion and precision of the original band!

🎟️ Grab your tickets now before they’re gone: https://smokymountainarts.com/pec-events/departure-the-journey-tribute-band-5/

09/26/2025

Was shocked at the incredible beauty of this yarn bowl made by “not sure”. Will check

09/26/2025

Top of the morning from the top of the mountain - Cowee Mountain as the sun was lighting up the mountains and the early fall colors.

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Franklin, NC
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