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Music City Loop, Primark, & More

October 01, 2025

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Good Morning and Welcome to October.

According to several rankings, October is the most popular month in the U.S. It’s hard to argue against it. The air is crisp (hopefully soon), football is on, and the calendar is filled with festivals and fall traditions.

For those who didn’t know, today is also International Coffee Day, so don’t be surprised when the line is a little bit longer at your favorite coffee spot. October + Coffee Day = a perfect storm for pumpkin spice coffee fanatics.

Highlights
🐝 Music City Loop
🐝 Primark Coming to Town
🐝 Franklin Cocktail Festival

Let’s get to it.

- Beau

Music City Loop Updates
As many of you are aware, Elon Musk’s Boring Company is pitching a 10-mile underground “Music City Loop” to connect downtown Nashville with the airport. Passengers would ride in Teslas through twin tunnels, with stations built above ground.

According to recent estimates reported by The Tennessee Lookout, the project is expected to cost between $240 million and $300 million — far less than the industry standard of $500 million to $1 billion per mile for two lanes. Company leaders say their in-house engineering operations allow them to build at a fraction of traditional costs.

Fitzgerald, the company’s chief of development, also addressed Nashville’s history of “hellacious floods,” promising that the tunnels would be waterproof, equipped with sump pumps, and paired with elevated stations. That’s good to know; otherwise, I was about to have a new fear unlocked: sitting in a traffic jam in an underground tunnel as water starts seeping through the cracks.

The proposal has backing from Gov. Bill Lee, the Chamber of Commerce, and Music City Center, though residents have raised questions about environmental impact and workplace safety concerns tied to the company’s Las Vegas operations. Boring has promised to fully fund the Nashville project, while also receiving free access to state-owned land and rights of way.

Primark Coming to Franklin
Primark, the international retailer offering quality fashion at value prices, announced today the upcoming grand opening of its latest store at CoolSprings Galleria in Franklin. This marks the second opening in the state after Primark opened its first store in Memphis in July, reaching new shoppers looking for quality, affordable fashion. After entering its 13^th US state, Primark will continue its brand expansion with the recent announcement of four new lease signings across Florida, Georgia and its first entry into Minnesota.

Spanning more than 35,000 square feet, the new store will introduce Franklin and Nashville-area shoppers to Primark's signature mix of on-trend fashion, everyday essentials, stylish homeware, and beauty favorites for the whole family -- all at the unbeatable prices the brand is known for.

In preparation for the opening, Primark's Talent Acquisition team is searching for retail colleagues to fill full- and part-time roles. All available roles can be viewed and applied for on the Primark Careers Site.

To kick off the grand opening weekend, Primark will be rolling out a packed schedule of fun for the whole family starting Thursday, October 30. Shoppers can enjoy live music from a local DJ, exciting giveaways, and delicious local treats for early arrivals. On Saturday, November 1, the beloved character Bluey from the hit kids' TV show will make a special appearance at 10 a.m., 11 a.m., 1 p.m., and 2 p.m., ready to greet fans and pose for photos. Guests can explore Primark's playful Bluey collection, filled with cheerful apparel and must-have merchandise inspired by the show. For more details visit the Eventbrite link.

Wednesday October 1st

Thursday October 2nd

Pre-K Story Time | 10:30 - 11:00am | Franklin Public Library

Lainey Wilson - Whirlwind World Tour | 7pm | Bridgestone Arena

The Travelin’ McCourys: Grateful Ball | 7pm | The Franklin Theatre

Rachel Summers with Piper Madison | 7pm | Mockingbird Theater at The Factory

Friday October 3rd

The Farm Stand at Berry Farms | 4 - 7pm | Town Center Park in Berry Farms
Produce seasonal vegetables/fruits, beautiful florals, jarred goods, and quality meats.

Downtown Franklin Art Crawl | 6pm - 9pm

Face Value: A Tribute to Phil Collins | 7 - 9pm | WILCO PAC at Academy Park
Delivers a high-energy tribute to Phil Collins and Genesis, complete with powerhouse vocals, blistering horns, and unforgettable live production.

First Kiss Friday x FEAR FEST! Mean Girls (2004) | 7 - 10pm | The Franklin Theatre

The Lumineers: The Automatic World Tour | 7:30pm | Bridgestone Arena

Brantley Gilbert The Tattoos Tour 2025 | 8pm | FirstBank Amphitheater

Saturday October 4th

The Franklin Farmers Market | 8am - 12pm | The Factory
Tennessee farm fresh food from real farmers every Saturday morning

Franklin Card Show | 8am - 12pm | Moore Elementary School
It is a monthly meetup for sports cards, Pokémon, and collectibles.

Church Street Farmers Market | 9am - 12pm | 406 Church Street
Franklin’s weekly market for fresh, local, and handmade goods.

FEAR FEST! Coco (2017) | 10am | The Franklin Theatre

Riverbend Nurseries Fall Festival | 10am - 2pm
Free family Fall Festival featuring pumpkin painting, hayrides, and more!

Vintage at The Factory | 10am - 5pm
Features 40+ vendors offering vintage and handmade clothing, jewelry, and unique finds for all ages.

FEAR FEST! Hocus Pocus (1993) | 1:30pm | The Franklin Theatre

Franklin Cocktail Festival | 5 - 8pm | Westhaven Lake Front
Serves up 10 signature cocktails, lakeside views, live music, and VIP perks—all in support of the Westhaven Foundation.

The Hog Ball 2025 | 5 - 9:30pm | Eastern Flank Battlefield Park
The Hog Ball returns for its 4th annual “party with a purpose,” themed Hog Tied in ’25!

Haunted Tour of Cherry Manor | 10 - 11pm | Franklin Walking Tours
For the first time ever, step inside Cherry Manor—Tennessee’s most haunted home—for stories of its eerie past, ghostly encounters, and never-before-seen history.

Sunday October 5th

Sixwire’s 25th Year Anniversary Show | 7pm | The Franklin Theatre

107 Brilliantine Cir | 4 Beds, 3/1 Baths | 3,169 Sq Ft

Price: $1,100,000

Listed by: Mary Grace Gardner

Details:

🏠 Downtown Franklin Living – Spacious 3,169 sq. ft. townhome just one block off Main Street in a quiet 15-home community, walking distance to shops, dining, theatre, and festivals.

🏠 Updated & Move-In Ready – Features a renovated kitchen with Carrara marble backsplash, quartz counters, and new appliances; primary suite on the main level plus 3 oversized bedrooms, 2 full baths, and a sun-filled den upstairs.

🏠 Extra Value – Includes washer/dryer, 2-car garage, and low-maintenance living, plus a rare 2.25% assumable mortgage available to all qualified buyers.

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