FRANKLIN CHRISTMAS STROLL HOLIDAY MARKET HAPPENING SATURDAY, DECEMBER 13TH - Holiday Festivities Happening Village Wide

FRANKLIN — Mark your calendars for Saturday, December 13th -- the Franklin community is revving up for the holidays!

Christmas Stroll House Tour. The traditional Christmas Stroll House Tour includes 7 homes and the Franklin  Railroad and Community Museum in historic Franklin, beautifully decorated for the holidays. Most locations are in the village within easy walking distance of each other.  The Stroll will take place on Saturday, December 13th  from 1 pm to 5 pm. Tickets are $10 per person or $15 per couple. Tickets will be sold at the Firehouse Holiday Market from 10 am to 3 pm on Saturday, December 13th. 

Connie Martin, Christmas Stroll Coordinator, said, “The Stroll is a fun event where attendees can learn about the history and architectural details of the homes, chat with your hosts and enjoy light refreshments.”  Martin added, “Most of the homes participating this year were built between the 1820s  and early 1900s, and 6 are located in the Village of Franklin, which is on the National Register of Historic Places.” Coordinator John Wilson added, “The homeowners have conducted research on their homes and any renovations are done with attention and care in an effort to preserve the unique character of the homes. It’s practically a guarantee that attendees will come away with some great ideas for renovations and décor!”  

After expenses, proceeds from the tour benefit the Franklin Improvement Society, a 501c3 organization. 

Franklin Railroad and Community Museum.  The popular Trees and Trains for Christmas exhibit at the museum is a must-see! Take a step back in time as you enjoy the beautifully decorated trees, The Warwick dining car and an enhanced layout with several new exhibits at the museum. There is a wealth of history about Franklin and surrounding towns in the area, and much more! The museum is located at 572 Main Street and will be open from 10 am to 5 pm.

Firehouse Holiday Market. Shop for unique holiday gifts at the Franklin Firehouse garage at 351 Main Street from 10 am to 3 pm.  Artisans and vendors from the local area will offer holiday wares, home décor, distinctive handmade items, food and more! 

NEW – Gourmet Wine and Cheese Tasting at Good Taste Epicurean Market. Sample an assortment of fine wines and an array of gourmet cheeses, dried sausages and other delicacies at the Market at 438 Main Street from 10 am to 6  pm.  Enjoy a free cup of freshly brewed coffee while you taste and shop. Owner Mark Handelman offers freshly baked baguettes and croissants, and a variety of both imported and farm-to-table eats to grace your holiday table, along with wines and liquors.

NEW – Holiday Festivities at King’s Café. Enjoy a light breakfast or lunch while you shop for antiques, art, decorative items, textiles, and clothing.  Owner Antoinette King has some holiday festivities planned, too!

Holiday Stories and Santa’s Visit at the Library.  The Franklin Free Library, 334 Main Street, will have holiday storytime at 11 am, followed by a visit from Santa and Mrs. Claus with gifts for the kids. Home-baked cookies and punch will be served.

Church Festivities – Cookies, Carols, Hot Soup Lunch and More. Open Doors Methodist Church, 475 Main Street, is having a Christmas Cookie Sale at 11 am with decorated cookies and traditional favorites. Fortify yourself with homemade hot soup and freshly baked buttered rolls while you catch up with neighbors. St. Paul’s Episcopal Church at 307 Main Street, a Gothic architectural gem designed by Upjohn, will have a tour and seasonal music for your enjoyment from 10 am to 1 pm. The Community Bible Church, 89 Center Street, will have Christmas caroling and hot cocoa from 2 pm to 3 pm.

NEW – Treee Lighting and Carols in the Park and A Visit from Santa and Mrs. Claus on the Fire Truck. Bring your children to the Village Park beginning at 5:15 pm for our festive Tree Lighting, carol singin and a visit from Santa and Mrs. Claus on the fire truck. Head across the street to the Franklin Firehouse at 351 Main Street for more time and a photo op with Santa and the Mrs. The jolly old elf and his better half will have a gift for each child, and hot chocolate and cookies will be served. 

Franklin Eateries and Businesses Are Open. Walk along Main Street and enjoy the lighted holiday trees decorated by Franklin Rotary Club members.  Get delicious eats at local restaurants on Main Street. King’s Café will have a light breakfast and lunch available, and The Tulip and The Rose Café will be serving breakfast, lunch and dinner. Local shops featuring interior design, home décor, antiques and designer clothing will be open for shopping. 

If you have questions about the Christmas Stroll House Tour or other festivities around town, contact Connie Martin at candjmartin@fastmail.com or John Wilson at jwilix48@gmail.com or Watch Facebook and franklinny.org/stroll25 for updates. 

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December 13th, 2025 Christmas Stroll, Holiday Market and Events 

Trees and Trains for Christmas

Franklin Railroad and Community Museum

572 Main Street

10 am-5 pm

Holiday Market

Fire Department Garage

351 Main Street

10 am-3 pm

Gourmet Wine and Cheese Tasting

Good Taste Epicurean Market

438 Main Street

10 am-6 pm

Holiday Festivities

Kings Café

375 Main Street

10 am-4 pm

Tour and Seasonal Music

St. Paul’s Episcopal Church

307 Main Street

10 am-1 pm

Holiday Stories & Santa’s Visit

Franklin Free Library

334 Main Street

11 am

Christmas Cookie Sale and Hot Soup Lunch

Open Doors Methodist Church

475 Main Street

11 am

Christmas Stroll House Tour

Village of Franklin and Surrounding

$10 single, $15 per couple

1 pm-5 pm

Carols and Hot Cocoa

Community Bible Church

89 Center Street

2 pm-3 pm

Tree Lighting, Carols and Santa on the Fire Truck

Village Park

Main Street across from Firehouse

5:15 pm

Meet Mr. and Mrs. Claus

Fire Department Garage

351 Main Street

5:45 pm (following Tree Lighting)