Mark your calendars now for the 42nd annual Franklin 4th of July celebration! This year’s event will take place from July 3rd-7th, 2024, with the popular Blues Festival, followed by fireworks, to take place on July 6th. 

At press time, the following was the schedule:

Wednesday, July 3

• 6-10 p.m.: Rides and food booths open

• 6-7 p.m.: Smoke n Whiskey 

• 7:30-10 p.m.: Backyard Swagger

Thursday, July 4

• 12-10 p.m.: Rides & food booths open, Megapass 12-10, Ride wristbands 12-5

• 12-1 p.m.: Matt Zajac

• 1:15-2:30 p.m.: Jamie Barrett

• 3-4 p.m.: Ken Freeman & The Sunset Brothers

• 4:30-6pm: Jesse Liam Band

• 7-10 p.m.: Neon Lighthouse

Friday, July 5

• 2-10 p.m.: Rides and food booths open, Megapass 2-10, Ride wristbands 2-6

• 2-3 p.m.: Padula Trio Plus One

• 2:30-3:30 p.m.: Two Guys Who Like Sharks

• 4:30-6 p.m.: Attleboro School of Rock

• 7-10 p.m.: Neon Wave

Saturday, July 6

• 12-10 p.m.: Rides and food booths open, Megapass 12-10 p.m., Ride wristbands 12-5

• 4th Annual Mike Crandall Franklin Blues Festival:

– 12-1:15 p.m.: Junior Krauss & The Shakes

– 1:45-3 p.m.: Neal & The Vipers

– 3:30-4:45 p.m.: Professor Harp

– 5:15-6:30 p.m.: Mike Crandall Tribute Band

– 7-8:15 p.m.: Bruce Katz

– 8:45-10 p.m.: Delta Generators

– 10 p.m.: FIREWORKS / FRANKLIN HIGH SCHOOL

Sunday, July 7

• 12-6 p.m.: Rides and food booths open, Ride wristbands 12-5

• 12-1:30 p.m.: Zajac Brothers Band

• 2-3:30 p.m.: Brandt Taylor Band

• 4-6 p.m.: Gary Hoey

In addition to the entertainment, local nonprofit groups will be operating food booths for the celebration.

From its start, this event is 100% funded by donations, and sponsors and volunteers are still sought for the festival, which drew 10,000 in 2023. For updated information, visit the event website at www.franklin4th.com.