Clarksville, TN – Hundreds upon hundreds of people descended on Downtown Clarksville Saturday afternoon, October 29th for the 8th annual Fright on Franklin safe trick-or-treating event.
All along Franklin Street and Strawberry Alley, there were booths provided by local businesses handing out candy treats. Booths were decorated for Halloween and some even had a theme like the witches from Hocus Pocus.
Fright on Franklin is hosted by the Clarksville Department of Parks and Recreation Department along with Downtown Businesses to offer a free safe trick-or-treating event for the community. The event also featured a costume contest, Halloween themed activities along with food and drink.
The costume contest was the highlight of the day. Categories were Newborn to two-years-old, three to six-years-old, seven to nine-years-old, 10 to 12-years-old, and group costumes. The costumes were all original and some of them were simple fantastic.
“I thought today was fantastic. What a wonderful opportunity for families in Clarksville to come out and have a safe time to enjoy safe treat or treating and enjoy time their families,” stated Clarksville Mayor Kim McMillan. “It was a wonderful event. I think it was even bigger than last year. We are so proud of everyone that came out here and participated in all the events.”
Fright on Franklin was simply a frightening good Halloween event. Make sure to come out next year. Start thinking about a costume today.
Photo Gallery
