Franklin’s newest green space is officially ready to welcome the public. After years of planning and development, Bicentennial Park will open its gates on Wednesday, June 18th, with a ribbon-cutting ceremony and community celebration from 4 to 6 pm.
Located between 3rd Avenue, North Margin, and the Harpeth River, on the site of the former Georgia Boot Factory, the 14-acre park offers a fresh, inviting space in the heart of downtown. Features include a new open-air pavilion, shaded picnic areas, a performance stage, and a public plaza that tells the story of the historic interurban rail system. A restored dust collector from the old factory ductworks also pays tribute to the site’s past.
The park can accommodate 3,000–5,000 guests for events, adding a valuable venue for community gatherings, outdoor concerts, and family outings.
The grand opening will begin with a 4 pm ceremony hosted by the City of Franklin, with officials from the Board of Mayor and Aldermen, Parks Department, and Engineering Department on hand.
Location: 400 5th Ave N, Franklin, TN 37064
Parking: City garages on 2nd and 4th Avenues; ADA parking available onsite.
Come celebrate the next chapter in Franklin’s story at Bicentennial Park!
