City of Clarksville, TN

10/18/2024 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 10/18/2024 12:49

Fright On Franklin Returns for its 15th Year

CLARKSVILLE, Tenn,- Join us for an afternoon of spooky fun at The City of Clarksville's 15th annual Fright on Franklin presented by Altra Federal Credit Union, which will return on Saturday, October 26, 2024, from 3 to 6 p.m. in downtown Clarksville.

This year's event will feature more than 70 candy booth vendors and the annual costume contest. Local businesses and organizations will be competing for the best-decorated booth while handing out candy and other promotional items.

Additionally, the event will have a footprint similar to the Clarksville Downtown Market around City Hall. The decision was made to move the event from the main section of Franklin Street so that the Franklin Street businesses can maintain their parking and traffic flow for their patrons.

"We love hosting Fright on Franklin," says Amanda Pitt, an Event Planning Specialist with Clarksville Parks and Recreation. "This event is the largest and most enjoyable safe trick-or-treating experience in the area, which is why so many families love it!"

COSTUME CONTEST

Contestants will be dressed to impress for the Fright on Franklin costume contest, emceed by 5 Star Media. The contest is pre-registration only with limited space in each age group. Same-day registration will be available only if spaces are still open.

Contestants must check in at the Parks and Recreation tent on Public Square 15 minutes before their age group begins.

New this year, a Doggie Division has been added to the lineup.

Costume Categories will be judged at the following times:

  • Doggie Division 3 PM
  • Newborn to 3yrs - 3:30 PM
  • 4-8yrs - 4 PM
  • 9-12yrs - 4:30 PM
  • Teens - 5 PM
  • Group Contest - 5:30 PM

(Preference will be given to original costumes in all age categories.)

Visit https://shorturl.at/ED0k5 to register by October 25th.

PARKING AND CLOSURES

To ensure the safety of attendees, Franklin Street at the corner of First Street and Public Square towards F&M Bank will be closed to traffic beginning at 9 a.m. Saturday, October 26. In order to set up for the event, that section of Franklin Street, the City Hall parking lot, and Public Square should be clear of vehicles by 9 a.m. on Saturday.

During the event, standard parking will be available outside of the closed areas around Public Square.