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11/05/2026

Step into a Vintage Christmas in Downtown Franklin! 🎄

Holiday shopping, carriage rides, Santa, live music, festive activities, and more await during Downtown Franklin's Christmas Open House on Saturday, November 7.

Shop. Explore. Celebrate the season ✨
Heritage-Vintage Market at Franklin's Market on Main: 9am - 2pm
Downtown Franklin Christmas Open House: 10am - 4pm

Faded Cottage Franklin Flea Market Franklin's Market on Main Fred's Restaurant Liberty Coins of Franklin VA Mackans Serve Restaurant StoreHouse The Cat's Meow Virginia Outdoors TW's Bistro And Grill The Doorway Singers Franklin Department of Parks & Recreation Downtown Franklin

11/03/2026

🔨 Looking for a unique experience in the Franklin Southampton area?

Learn the art of blacksmithing with the Heritage Village Blacksmiths at the Southampton Agriculture & Forestry Museum. This family-friendly, hands-on experience welcomes all skill levels and offers a chance to learn about a traditional craft that is still practiced today.

Whether you're interested in local heritage or simply looking to try something new, this is a great way to spend a Sunday afternoon in Southampton County.

Join the Heritage Village Blacksmiths on Sunday, November 8th at 1:00pm!

Visit our website at the link in our bio to learn more.

11/02/2026

🍂 Holiday shopping, local traditions, live music, arts events, farm markets, and more... November is shaping up to be a busy month in the Franklin Southampton area!

We've rounded up just some of the events happening across the area this month. Whether you're looking for a festive outing, a chance to shop local, or simply an excuse to get out and about, there's something on the calendar for just about everyone.

Swipe through to see what's coming up and start planning. Which event are you most excited about?

10/29/2026

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10/28/2026

Take to the track during Spooky Slides!

10/27/2026

Cooler days, changing leaves, and harvest season are on full display across the Franklin Southampton area. Cotton, peanut, and soybean fields are shaping the landscape, and fall events are underway throughout the community.

Take a drive down the backroads, stop by a local shop for lunch, pick up some local peanuts for the road, and enjoy all that this beautiful time of year has to offer. 🍂

10/22/2026

Feeling spooky?👻 We've got plenty of spooktacular events coming up in the Franklin Southampton area! 🎃

Boo Bash in Downtown Franklin
Thursday, 10/22 | 5-7pm
Franklin Department of Parks & Recreation

Ghost Walk in Courtland
Thursday, 10/22 | Begins at 6:30pm
Blackwater Regional Library

ECWT Good Times at Gatherings Trunk or Treat
Friday, 10/23 | 5:30-7:30pm
Early Childhood Western Tidewater
Gatherings in SoCo

Franklin Southampton County Fair Haunted Barn & Hay Ride
Friday & Saturdays (10/23-24, 10/30-31) | 7-10pm
Franklin-Southampton County Fair

Sedley VFD Haunted Hay Ride
Friday & Saturdays (10/23-24, 10/30-31) | 7-10:30pm
Sedley Volunteer Fire Department
Sedley Haunted Hayride - SVFD

Haunted Corn Maze at Goose Hill Farm
Saturday, 10/24 | 7-9pm
Goose Hill Farm

Spooktacular Night at The Hubs Vine
Thursday, 10/29 | 6-9pm
The Hubs Vine

Hallows Eve Night Maze at Goose Hill Farm
Friday, 10/30 | 7-9pm
Goose Hill Farm

Spooky Slides at Southampton Motor Speedway
Saturday, 10/31 | 3-10pm
Southampton Motor Speedway

If we missed anything spooooky 👀 happening in the area, please let us know in the comments below!

10/12/2026

Shop for holiday decor and gifts in Franklin Southampton!

Open houses are just around the corner so be sure to set an alarm for these amazing events!

🎅🏻 27 DAYS TO GO! 🎅🏻
Our Christmas Open House is fast approaching and we can’t wait for you guys to see all we have in store for you.

As well as our event, lots of other small businesses downtown will be kicking off the season with us!
•Carriage rides from 11-2
•Visit with Santa
•HUGE gift basket giveaway for those that make a purchase at a qualifying store downtown.
•Goodie bags to the first 20 people in the door at FC

Mark your calendars and come kick off the holiday season with us in beautiful downtown Franklin!
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10/12/2026

Happy National Farmers Day!

From small farms to large operations, our farmers are the backbone of the Franklin Southampton area. They not only provide the food and fiber we rely on, but also help create the rural landscapes and agritourism experiences that make our region special. 🌾🚜