Ruby Cinemas 2097 Georgia Highway, Franklin, NC 28734, "Macon County's Gateway To The Silver Screen," this movie theater shows a variety of first-run movies and features three cinemas, each of which seats 250 people., 828-524-2076

Pickin' on the Square Gazebo in Downtown Franklin, This free weekly public concert features outstanding performances of bluegrass, country, and gospel music by local and regional traditional musicians every Saturday night from April through September. Bring your lawn chair and enjoy plenty of food, fun, and entertainment for all ages., 828-349-1212

Christmas in July Art & Craft Show Highway 441 South, Franklin, NC 28734, Macon County Community Building, A great event for early Christmas shoppers, this two day arts and crafts show features hundreds of booths filled with delightful arts, crafts, and gifts for everyone on your list., 828-524-3405

Sweet Corn and Kudzu Festival St Cyprian's Episcopal Church, The whole family will enjoy this end of July annual festival that includes live music, children's games, an array of activities, delicious foods such as fresh baked pies and homemade ice cream, face painting, and door drawings every hour., 828-349-4468

Macon County Fair US 441 South, Franklin, NC 28734, Macon County Farigrounds, Enjoy livestock shows and sales, agriculture displays, delicious food, crafts, live entertainment, and much more during this five day annual agriculture fair., 828-349-2046

Relay for Life FHS Track, A two day event that raises money for cancer research, this sporting event features survivor's activities throughout both days, as well as a luminary ceremony., 828-369-4281