Fright on Franklin returns to downtown Clarksville for 15th year

CLARKSVILLE, TN − Join the City of Clarksville for an afternoon of spooky fun at the 15th annual Fright on Franklin presented by Altra Federal Credit Union, which will return on Saturday, Oct.  26, from 3 to 6 p.m. downtown.

This year’s event will feature more than 70 candy booth vendors and the annual costume contest. Local businesses and organizations will be competing for the best-decorated booth while handing out candy and other promotional items.

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Additionally, the event will have a footprint similar to the Clarksville Downtown Market around City Hall. The decision was made to move the event from the main section of Franklin Street so that the Franklin Street businesses can maintain their parking and traffic flow for their patrons.

“We love hosting Fright on Franklin,” says Amanda Pitt, an event planning specialist with Clarksville Parks and Recreation. “This event is the largest and most enjoyable safe trick-or-treating experience in the area, which is why so many families love it!”

Costume contest

Contestants will be dressed to impress for the Fright on Franklin costume contest, emceed by Q108/5 Star Media Group. The contest is pre-registration only with limited space in each age group. Same-day registration will be available only if spaces are still open.

Contestants must check in at the Parks and Recreation tent on Public Square 15 minutes before their age group begins.

New this year, a Doggie Division has been added to the lineup.

Costume Categories will be judged at the following times:

• Doggie division 3 p.m.
• Newborn to 3 years – 3:30 p.m.
• 4-8 years – 4 p.m.
• 9-12 years – 4:30 p.m.
• Teens – 5 p.m.
• Group contest – 5:30 p.m.

Preference will be given to original costumes in all age categories.

Visit https://shorturl.at/ED0k5 to register by Oct. 25.

Parking and closures

To ensure the safety of attendees, Franklin Street will be closed at the corner of First Street and Public Square towards F&M Bank beginning at 9 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 26. In order to set up for the event, that section of Franklin Street, the City Hall parking lot, and Public Square should be clear of vehicles by 9 a.m. on Saturday.

During the event, standard parking will be available outside of the closed areas around Public Square.

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