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The Western North Carolina area has many treasures to share. Make the most of it with these quick guides.

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Enjoy activities the locals enjoy while visiting Franklin.  
Here are four activities that will make your visit enjoyable.

SCENIC & FREE
When in Franklin,  you are in the foot hills of some of the oldest mountains in the world.. The Blue Ridge and The Great Smoky Mountains.  Here’s a list of free, scenic things to do.

Voted Top Small Outdoor Town

HELLO & WELCOME

We extend a sincere invitation…for you to “Enjoy the Beauty and Discover the Life” that awaits you in the beautiful mountains of Southwestern North Carolina.

Readers of the Blue Ridge Outdoor Magazine voted Franklin, NC the 2015 Top Small Outdoor Town
This area is truly Mother Nature’s playground where the sights and sounds of nature surround you.
The Franklin and Nantahala communities offer you activities such as gem mining, hiking, fishing, mountain biking, canoeing, tubing, rafting, kayaking, and boating.

Franklin, NC Named One of the Best Places to Retire
Nestled in the foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains, this quaint southwestern North Carolina town offers a change of pace and a never-ending supply of activities for the entire family. Franklin was recently featured in Where to Retire Magazine and named one of Retirement Lifestyles Magazine’s Top 10 places to retire.

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Tickets are now available for our Valentine's Dessert & Dance Fundraiser! We will have live music by BlueJazz, dance floor (dancing optional!), delicious desserts and a photo booth, along with some great raffle items from local businesses. All proceeds will go to Cowee School and allow us to keep providing you with exciting programming - thanks for your support! ... See MoreSee Less
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The Franklin Chamber of Commerce is accepting nominations for four prestigious awards, 𝐂𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐳𝐞𝐧 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐘𝐞𝐚𝐫, 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐃𝐮𝐤𝐞 𝐏𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫 𝐂𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐳𝐞𝐧𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐒𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐢𝐜𝐞 𝐀𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐝, 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐭𝐡 𝐂𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐳𝐞𝐧𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩 𝐀𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐝 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐂𝐥𝐮𝐛/𝐎𝐫𝐠𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐳𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐘𝐞𝐚𝐫.𝙉𝙤𝙢𝙞𝙣𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣 𝙡𝙚𝙩𝙩𝙚𝙧𝙨 𝙘𝙖𝙣 𝙗𝙚 𝙙𝙚𝙡𝙞𝙫𝙚𝙧𝙚𝙙 𝙩𝙤 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙁𝙧𝙖𝙣𝙠𝙡𝙞𝙣 𝘾𝙝𝙖𝙢𝙗𝙚𝙧 𝙤𝙛 𝘾𝙤𝙢𝙢𝙚𝙧𝙘𝙚 𝙖𝙩 98 𝙃𝙮𝙖𝙩𝙩 𝙍𝙤𝙖𝙙 𝙤𝙧 𝙚𝙢𝙖𝙞𝙡𝙚𝙙 𝙩𝙤 𝙛𝙖𝙘𝙘@𝙁𝙧𝙖𝙣𝙠𝙡𝙞𝙣-𝘾𝙝𝙖𝙢𝙗𝙚𝙧.𝙘𝙤𝙢 𝙉𝙤𝙢𝙞𝙣𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣 𝙙𝙚𝙖𝙙𝙡𝙞𝙣𝙚 𝙞𝙨 𝙁𝙧𝙞𝙙𝙖𝙮, 𝙁𝙚𝙗𝙧𝙪𝙖𝙧𝙮 10 𝙖𝙩 5:00 𝙥𝙢. 𝙄𝙛 𝙮𝙤𝙪 𝙥𝙧𝙚𝙛𝙚𝙧, 𝙖 𝙉𝙤𝙢𝙞𝙣𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣 𝙁𝙤𝙧𝙢 𝙞𝙨 𝙖𝙫𝙖𝙞𝙡𝙖𝙗𝙡𝙚 𝙛𝙤𝙧 𝙮𝙤𝙪𝙧 𝙘𝙤𝙣𝙫𝙚𝙣𝙞𝙚𝙣𝙘𝙚 𝙖𝙩 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙁𝙧𝙖𝙣𝙠𝙡𝙞𝙣 𝘾𝙝𝙖𝙢𝙗𝙚𝙧. 𝙁𝙚𝙚𝙡 𝙛𝙧𝙚𝙚 𝙩𝙤 𝙙𝙧𝙤𝙥 𝙗𝙮 𝙤𝙧 𝙜𝙞𝙫𝙚 𝙪𝙨 𝙖 𝙘𝙖𝙡𝙡 𝙩𝙤 𝙝𝙖𝙫𝙚 𝙤𝙣𝙚 𝙚𝙢𝙖𝙞𝙡𝙚𝙙 𝙩𝙤 𝙮𝙤𝙪.The Citizen of the Year Award recognizes an individual who significantly contributes to the community and is an inspirational role model. This is the most coveted award given by the Chamber of Commerce.The Duke Power Citizenship and Service Award recognizes and rewards leadership and/or involvement in volunteerism and community services to an individual, team or group. Recipients of the award help foster a culture of citizenship and service that acts as a catalyst for others to become involved in civic and social activities. The Youth Citizenship Award recognizes a youth who has shown a strong interest in serving in their community and volunteering to help others.The Club/Organization of the Year Award is presented to the most outstanding club or Organization. The award is aimed at recognizing the club for its dedication and contribution in our community. The awards will be presented at the Franklin Area Chamber of Commerce Annual Banquet on February 28, 2023. The Banquet will be held at the Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts beginning at 7 p.m. with dinner followed by the award presentations. For more information contact the Franklin Area Chamber of Commerce at 828-524-3161. ... See MoreSee Less
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HELLO & WELCOME

We extend a sincere invitation…for you to “Enjoy the Beauty and Discover the Life” that awaits you in the beautiful mountains of Southwestern North Carolina.

Readers of the Blue Ridge Outdoor Magazine voted Franklin, NC the 2015 Top Small Outdoor Town
This area is truly Mother Nature’s playground where the sights and sounds of nature surround you.
The Franklin and Nantahala communities offer you activities such as gem mining, hiking, fishing, mountain biking, canoeing, tubing, rafting, kayaking, and boating.

Franklin, NC Named One of the Best Places to Retire
Nestled in the foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains, this quaint southwestern North Carolina town offers a change of pace and a never-ending supply of activities for the entire family. Franklin was recently featured in Where to Retire Magazine and named one of Retirement Lifestyles Magazine’s Top 10 places to retire.

Local Weather

FRANKLIN WEATHER

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Plan Your Visit...

7 DAYS OF EXCITEMENT
The Western North Carolina area has many treasures to share. Make the most of it with these quick guides.

EXPERIENCE LIKE A LOCAL
Enjoy activities the locals enjoy while visiting Franklin.  
Here are four activities that will make your visit enjoyable.

SCENIC & FREE
When in Franklin,  you are in the foot hills of some of the oldest mountains in the world.. The Blue Ridge and The Great Smoky Mountains.  Here’s a list of free, scenic things to do.

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Franklin Area Chamber of Commerce


98 Hyatt Road • Franklin, NC • 28734
Phone: 828-524-3161


E-Mail: facc@franklin-chamber.com

Visitor Hours

May – October
Monday – Friday
9 am - 5 pm,
Saturday: 10am – 2pm
November – April
Monday – Friday: 9am – 5pm

Closed New Years Day, Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day