Franklin 4th of July Coalition: Schedule for Sunday, July 5, 2026

Carnival Hours:  12-6

WRIST BANDS: 12-4

MEGAPASS: 12-6

Music: 12 - 6 PM

12:00 - Jamie Barrett

Jamie Barrett is a beloved Franklin singer-songwriter, guitarist and music teacher. 

1:15 - Padula Family Band

Franklin's own Padula Family performs timeless jazz standards and the sounds of blues. Featuring Ryan, Matthew and Aiden Padula along with Ian Richardson.

2:30 - Dave Fields Band with Special Guest Diane Blue

Dave Fields live is an electrifying experience. His soulful singing is punctuated with a performance of guitar virtuosity, blues, rock and beyond. He is joined by special guest Diane Blue 

4:00 - Beantown Swing Orchestra

Beantown Swing Orchestra specializes in big band swing. It produces the distinct big band sound recognized by generations worldwide

You can also find the full schedule - https://www.franklin4th.com/music

Franklin carnival opens with cool lights on a hot night

submitted by photographer & correspondent by Dan Brown/Kapitol Photography for Franklin Matters.

The Franklin Fourth of July Carnival opened Wednesday evening on the town common, launching a five-day celebration that runs through Sunday. By around 8 PM, the crowd spanned a wide range of ages, from young children on the carousel and Ferris wheel to older teens and adults working their way through the midway. The Ferris wheel, the Flying Bobs and the Big Kahuna ran steadily as the sky darkened.

Ferris wheel at dusk: The carnival's
Ferris wheel turns against a
darkening sky as families
 gather below. (Dan Brown Photo)

Fiesta Shows operates this year's midway, with more than 15 rides spread across the common, Union Street and Church Street, plus games, food booths and nightly music. The carnival opened at 6 p.m. Wednesday and Thursday, with noon openings for the rest of the run. 

Local nonprofits are running the food tents this year, a tradition organizers say funds community groups. The Franklin Democratic Town Committee's booth, wrapped in red-white-and-blue bunting, served pizza, hot dogs and water. Nearby stands offered corn dogs, fresh-cut fries and sno-cones under strings of flags. Game stalls stacked with plush prizes, from giant teddy bears to smaller carnival classics, drew a steady line of players.

Electric motorcycles and mini dirt bikes, popular with tweens and teens, moved through the crowd and nearby streets. Near St. Mary's at 201 Main St., three young riders shared a single e-motorcycle heading up Main Street. None wore a helmet.

The celebration, which organizers describe as entirely privately funded, continues nightly through July 5 with a rotating lineup of local bands. It culminates in the eighth annual Mike Crandall Blues Festival on July 4, the nation's 250th birthday.

Additional photos by Dan Brown/Kapitol Photography in one album  = https://photos.app.goo.gl/jD1EcPiFm9bi1DAp7

Franklin 4th of July Coalition: Schedule for Friday, July 3, 2026

Friday July 3

• Carnival Hours:  12-10
• WRIST BANDS: 12-5
• MEGAPASS: 12-10

• Music: 12-10

12:00 - Two Guys Who Like Sharks

Acoustic rock with driving bass lines for music from the 80s through today

1:30 - Midnight Ride

Midnight Ride delivers high-energy music from rock’s golden age, spanning the ’60s to the ’90s. With a setlist full of classic American rock, British Invasion hits, and smooth yacht rock

3:00 - George Cross Project

With the fierce guitar work of George Cross, and  untamed vocals of Andrew Coyle, The George Cross Project has been electrifying audiences with their unique blend of “East Coast Blues”. 

4:30 - Attleboro School of Rock

School of Rock is the leader in performance-based music education, ..... taking students from the lesson room to the stage.

6:30 - Full Circle

Full Circle is a five piece Rock & Roll and dance band with a variety of classics and newer covers. 

8:00 - Jeff Pitchell

Jeff Pitchell is an American singer, songwriter, guitarist and recording artist. He leads the band Jeff Pitchell and Texas Flood performing original and classic rock selections

Franklin 4th of July Coalition: Schedule for Thursday, July 2 - Fireworks at 10 PM

Thursday, July 2

• Carnival Hours:  6-10
• WRIST BANDS: 6-10
• Fireworks: 10

Music: 6-10
6:00 - Garden of Hedon
Garden of Hedon is a 70s-influenced psychedelic blues-rock band. Known for high-energy live sets, the band blends classic rock swagger with punk attitude.

7:15 - Ozzie Tribute Band
Local musicians pay tribute to the Prince of Darkness.

8:30 - The Zajac Brothers
The Zajac Brothers Band features songwriter Tyler Zajac along with his brother Matthew Zajac on drums. They've assembled a versatile group of musicians to achieve.

Please support the event DONATE or https://franklin-july-4th-coalition-2.snwbll.com/2024-july-4th

What's happening in Franklin, MA: Wednesday, July 1, 2026 ???

Wednesday, July 1

10:00am Veterans Coffee Social (Franklin Senior Center) next social in August

6:30pm Bingo night (Kings Brick Oven Pizza & Pub)

6:30pm Franklin Elks Bingo Night (Franklin Elks Lodge #2136)

7:00pm Smarty Pants Trivia (Raillery Public House)

For additional details on Library events ->  https://www.franklinma.gov/942/Calendar-of-Events

For additional details on Senior Center events ->   

https://www.franklinma.gov/DocumentCenter/View/9195/May-2026-Newsletter?bidId=

***   Town Meetings today ***

Board of Health Meeting

Wednesday, July 1 Time: 5:00 PM

https://www.franklinma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07012026-2387 

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Find the full Community event calendar https://bit.ly/FranklinCommunityCalendar

If you have an event to add to the calendar, you can use the form to submit it for publication: https://bit.ly/Submit2Calendar

The Town meeting calendar is found https://www.franklinma.gov/Calendar.aspx

The School district calendar is found https://franklinpublicschooldistrictma.sites.thrillshare.com/o/fpsd/page/school-calendar

Franklin 4th of July Coalition: schedule of events

Wednesday, July 1

Carnival Hours: 6-10

WRIST BANDS: 6-10

Music: 8-10

Franklin 4th of July Coalition: schedule of events

Thursday, July 2

Carnival Hours: 6-10

WRIST BANDS: 6-10

Music: 6-10

Fireworks: 10

Friday, July 3

Carnival Hours: 12-10

WRIST BANDS: 12-5

MEGAPASS: 12-10

Music: 12-10

Saturday, July 4

Carnival Hours: 12-10

WRIST BANDS: 12-5

MEGAPASS: 12-10

Music: 12-10

Sunday, July 5

Carnival Hours: 12-6

WRIST BANDS: 12-4

MEGAPASS: 12-6

Music: 12-6

Check out additional details at https://www.franklin4th.com/music

Franklin 4th of July Coalition: schedule of events

Wednesday, July 1

Carnival Hours: 6-10

WRIST BANDS: 6-10

Music: 8-10

Franklin 4th of July Coalition: schedule of events

Thursday, July 2

Carnival Hours: 6-10

WRIST BANDS: 6-10

Music: 6-10

Fireworks: 10

Friday, July 3

Carnival Hours: 12-10

WRIST BANDS: 12-5

MEGAPASS: 12-10

Music: 12-10

Saturday, July 4

Carnival Hours: 12-10

WRIST BANDS: 12-5

MEGAPASS: 12-10

Music: 12-10

Sunday, July 5

Carnival Hours: 12-6

WRIST BANDS: 12-4

MEGAPASS: 12-6

Music: 12-6

Check out additional details at https://www.franklin4th.com/music

What's happening in Franklin, MA: Sunday, July 6, 2025 ???

Sunday, July 6

11:00am Sunday Brunch (Teddy Gallagher's Irish Pub)

1:00pm Franklin Historical Museum (always free)

7:00pm Sunday at Sunset (St John's Episcopal Church)

12:00pm 4th July Celebration (Franklin Town Common)

12:00pm The Zajac Brothers Band (live music) (Franklin Town Common)

2:00pm Michael Dutra & The Strictly Sinatra Band (live music) (Franklin Town Common) 

4:30pm Padula Family Band (live music) (Franklin Town Common)

Additional info on the 4th of July Celebration -> https://www.franklin4th.com/

** NO Town Meetings today   **

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What's happening today in Franklin? 

Find the full Community event calendar  https://bit.ly/FranklinCommunityCalendar

If you have an event to add to the calendar, you can use the form to submit it for publication:  https://bit.ly/Submit2Calendar

The Town meeting calendar is found  https://www.franklinma.gov/Calendar.aspx
The School district calendar is found  https://franklinpublicschooldistrictma.sites.thrillshare.com/o/fpsd/page/school-calendar

What's happening in Franklin, MA: Saturday, July 5, 2025 ???

Saturday, July 5

9am Fallen Hero: Howard T. Feeley (Franklin Town Common)

10am Franklin Historical Museum (always free)

10am Walking Group (St John's Episcopal Church)

10am Brunch with Non Scene Friends (Maks Roast Beef)

12pm 4th July Celebration (Franklin Town Common)

12pm Ed Peabody & The Big Blue Thang (live music) (Franklin Town Common)

1:15pm Brandt Taylor Band (live music) (Franklin Town Common)

2:30pm Neal & The Vipers (live music) (Franklin Town Common)

3:45pm Mike Crandall Tribute Band (live music) (Franklin Town Common)

5:00pm Bruce Katz Band (live music) (Franklin Town Common)

6:15pm Joanna Connor (live music) (Franklin Town Common)

7:30pm Nick Moss (live music) (Franklin Town Common)

8:45pm Richiman & Groove Nice (live music) (Franklin Town Common)

10:00pm Fire works (Franklin High School)

Additional info on the 4th of July Celebration -> https://www.franklin4th.com/

**  NO  Town Meetings today   **

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What's happening today in Franklin? 

Find the full Community event calendar  https://bit.ly/FranklinCommunityCalendar

If you have an event to add to the calendar, you can use the form to submit it for publication:  https://bit.ly/Submit2Calendar

The Town meeting calendar is found  https://www.franklinma.gov/Calendar.aspx
The School district calendar is found  https://franklinpublicschooldistrictma.sites.thrillshare.com/o/fpsd/page/school-calendar

Schedule for Franklin's 4th of July Celebration - Saturday, July 5, 2025

The 4th of July Celebration continues Saturday & Sunday on the Town Common. Carnival rides open daily with a wrist band or ride package available. 

Live music is scheduled each day with the 5th Annual Mike Crandall Blues Festival on Saturday. 

Schedule for Franklin's 4th of July Celebration - Saturday, July 5, 2025

Fireworks close out Saturday night at 10 PM from Franklin High School.

The Franklin Democratic Committee, the Rod and Gun Club, and the 4th Coalition will operate food booths during the event. Supporting these organizations are a win-win; food or refreshments for you and the family, and you help the group.

You can check out the 4th of July Coalition page for their full schedule. The Coalition is community supported so your donation can help support this event.

 

Franklin's 4th of July  

12:00pm 4th July Celebration (Franklin Town Common)

12:00pm Ed Peabody & The Big Blue Thang (live music) (Franklin Town Common)

1:15pm Brandt Taylor Band (live music) (Franklin Town Common)

2:30pm Neal & The Vipers (live music) (Franklin Town Common)

3:45pm Mike Crandall Tribute Band (live music) (Franklin Town Common)

5:00pm Bruce Katz Band (live music) (Franklin Town Common)

6:15pm Joanna Connor (live music) (Franklin Town Common)

7:30pm Nick Moss (live music) (Franklin Town Common)

8:45pm Richiman & Groove Nice (live music) (Franklin Town Common)

10:00pm Fireworks (Franklin High School)

Additional info on the 4th of July Celebration -> https://www.franklin4th.com/

What's happening in Franklin, MA: Friday, July 4, 2025 ???

Friday, July 4 = Independence Day

12:00pm 4th July Celebration (Franklin Town Common)

12:00pm Two Guys Who Like Sharks (live music) (Franklin Town Common)

1:45pm Jamie Barrett (live music) (Franklin Town Common)

3:30pm George Cross Project (live music) (Franklin Town Common)

5:30pm Attleboro School of Rock (live music) (Franklin Town Common)

8:00pm Gary Hoey (live music) (Franklin Town Common)

Additional info on the 4th of July Celebration -> https://www.franklin4th.com/

**  NO Town Meetings today   **

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What's happening today in Franklin? 

Find the full Community event calendar  https://bit.ly/FranklinCommunityCalendar

If you have an event to add to the calendar, you can use the form to submit it for publication:  https://bit.ly/Submit2Calendar

The Town meeting calendar is found  https://www.franklinma.gov/Calendar.aspx
The School district calendar is found  https://franklinpublicschooldistrictma.sites.thrillshare.com/o/fpsd/page/school-calendar

Schedule for Franklin's 4th of July Celebration - July 4, 2025

The 4th of July Celebration continues Friday through Sunday on the Town Common. Carnival rides open daily with a wrist band or ride package available. 

Live music is scheduled each day with the 5th Annual Mike Crandall Blues Festival on Saturday. 

Schedule for Franklin's 4th of July Celebration - July 4, 2025

Fireworks close out Saturday night at 10 PM from Franklin High School.

The Franklin Democratic Committee, the Rod and Gun Club, and the 4th Coalition will operate food booths during the event. Supporting these organizations are a win-win; food or refreshments for you and the family, and you help the group.

You can check out the 4th of July Coalition page for their full schedule. The Coalition is community supported so your donation can help support this event.

 

Franklin's 4th of July  

12:00pm 4th July Celebration (Franklin Town Common)

12:00pm Two Guys Who Like Sharks (live music) (Franklin Town Common)

1:45pm Jamie Barrett (live music) (Franklin Town Common)

3:30pm George Cross Project (live music) (Franklin Town Common)

5:30pm Attleboro School of Rock (live music) (Franklin Town Common)

8:00pm Gary Hoey (live music) (Franklin Town Common)

Additional info on the 4th of July Celebration -> https://www.franklin4th.com/

Schedule for Franklin's 4th of July Celebration - Thursday, July 3, 2025

The 4th of July Celebration continues Thursday through Sunday on the Town Common. Carnival rides open daily with a wrist band or ride package available.

Live music is scheduled each day with the 5th Annual Mike Crandall Blues Festival on Saturday. 

Fireworks close out Saturday night at 10 PM from Franklin High School.

Schedule for Franklin's 4th of July Celebration - Thursday, July 3, 2025

The Franklin Democratic Committee, the Rod and Gun Club, and the 4th Coalition will operate food booths during the event. Supporting these organizations are a win-win; food or refreshments for you and the family, and you help the group.

You can check out the 4th of July Coalition page for their full schedule. The Coalition is community supported so your donation can help support this event.

 

Franklin's 4th of July  

6:00pm 4th July Celebration (Franklin Town Common)

6:00pm Matt Zajac (live music) (Franklin Town Common)

8:00pm Smoke & Whiskey (live music) (Franklin Town Common)

 

Additional info on the 4th of July Celebration -> https://www.franklin4th.com/

What's happening in Franklin, MA: Wednesday, July 2, 2025 ???

Library & Senior Center events

Wednesday, July 2

10:00am Veterans Coffee Social (Franklin Senior Center)

6:00pm Summer Patio Concerts: Jamie Barrett (live music) (Franklin Public Library)

Franklin's 4th

6:00pm 4th July Celebration (Franklin Town Common)

6:00pm Midnight Ride (live music) (Franklin Town Common)

8:00pm GQ & The Lady (live music) (Franklin Town Common)

Additional info on the 4th of July Celebration -> https://www.franklin4th.com/

For additional details on Library & Senior Center events ->   

https://www.franklinma.gov/calendar.aspx?CID=37,24&showPastEvents=false

**  Town Meetings today   **

BOARD OF HEALTH MEETINGS

Wednesday, July 2 Time: 5:00 PM

no agenda at this time (not likely meeting)

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What's happening today in Franklin? 

Find the full Community event calendar  https://bit.ly/FranklinCommunityCalendar

If you have an event to add to the calendar, you can use the form to submit it for publication:  https://bit.ly/Submit2Calendar

The Town meeting calendar is found  https://www.franklinma.gov/Calendar.aspx
The School district calendar is found  https://franklinpublicschooldistrictma.sites.thrillshare.com/o/fpsd/page/school-calendar