5 September, 2025
pilgrimage-festival-2023-essential-guide-for-attendees

The Pilgrimage Music & Cultural Festival is set to take place in Franklin, Tennessee, on September 27 and 28, 2023. As music lovers prepare for the weekend, organizers have compiled essential information to ensure a smooth experience for all attendees.

Parking and Transportation Options

Due to limited parking availability, visitors are encouraged to consider walking or biking to the festival. For those who did purchase parking passes, detailed directions to various lots are available.

To reach the North Lot, take I-65 EXIT 68B onto Cool Springs Rd West, and then turn right onto Mack Hatcher Parkway. After moving into the left lane, turn left onto Franklin Road/US-31 South and follow the signs for the North Lot.

For attendees with an ADA accessible parking pass, the route is similar. After following I-65 EXIT 68B, continue to Mack Hatcher Parkway and turn left onto Franklin Road/US-31 South. Drive past the North Lot and enter the ADA South Lot across from Harpeth Industrial Court.

If you have a parking pass for Ligon Field, take I-65 EXIT 65 to HWY 96 West. After crossing the Harpeth River and railroad tracks, turn right onto S. Margin Street and follow it until it changes to 1st Ave. Parking is available on the right before the silos.

Those with a pass for the Franklin First United Methodist Church should follow similar directions, turning left into the church on Aldersgate Way after passing Franklin Road/US-31 South.

Additional parking options may be found in Downtown Franklin on a first-come, first-served basis. To access this area, take EXIT 65 to HWY 96 Westbound and search for available spots.

For those using rideshare services or taxis, the designated drop-off and pick-up area is located on 1st Ave S at Ligon Field. For more information on parking options, including both free and paid facilities, visit www.franklintn.gov/parking.

Weather and Safety Considerations

Weather conditions can significantly affect festival plans, with previous events experiencing shortened schedules or cancellations. Attendees are advised to stay updated on the latest forecasts as the event approaches. Checking traffic conditions before departure is also recommended to avoid delays.

For further inquiries or additional information about the festival, attendees can contact the event organizers directly. With all necessary preparations in place, the Pilgrimage Music & Cultural Festival promises to be an exciting celebration of music and culture in Franklin.