Despite the one year COVID hiatus, Franklin's Applefest had a familiar feeling Friday as crowds of people clamored into downtown visiting stores and the vendors filling Fountain and Bandstand parks. And people seemed happy with the normalcy of the packed event.
Gracie Corron's mom said the Sandy Lake 4-year-old has been having a bad week, so getting out and having fun on the bungy and getting her picture taken "by the news" is just what she needed.
Gracie Corron's mom said the Sandy Lake 4-year-old has been having a bad week, so getting out and having fun on the bungy and getting her picture taken "by the news" is just what she needed.
The bouncy houses were also a big hit the the kiddos.
The Route 8 band was one of the musical acts to take the stage Friday. Their brand of classic and country covers had some folk on their feet dancing.
The food choices include everything from stick to your ribs fries and pulled pork sandwiches to fudge and pastries to satisfy your sweet tooth. Kettle corn was a big hit, especially with 4-year-old Shaw Bridges who held tightly to a giant bag for sharing later while riding in a stroller with sibling Jaxis (top photo.)
And the variety among the crafters and vendors is too great to even attempt to list here.
While the festival is focused on the parks, visitors spill into the surrounding streets where they find additional booths and Franklin's many shops and restaurants.
Welcome back Applefest. Franklin really missed you.
Applefest continues Saturday, October 2, in the parks and around town. Along with food and craft vendors, the day will include the popular Race for Any Pace at 10 a.m., Apple Pie Baking Contest at 11:30 a.m., Apple Pie Eating Contest at 4 p.m., and loads of musical entertainment throughout the day. Go to the Applefest website for a complete schedule of events.
Festival organizers are keeping their fingers crossed that Sunday's forecast will change as they prepare for the very popular car show on Liberty Street.
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