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Best Western Franklin Inn & Suites
790 W US Highway 79, Franklin, Texas 77856-1716Phone: 979/828-9090 | Fax: 979/828-3619
Whether traveling to the growing town of Franklin on business or pleasure, you and your guests will enjoy a comfortable relaxing stay in a smoke free environment. You will experience a friendly staff dedicated to consistently exceeding guest expectations.
This beautiful hotel is centrally located between Dallas, Houston and the Austin Metroplex, and is just 45 minutes north of Texas A and M University. Each spacious room offers complimentary high-speed Internet access, microwave, refrigerator, coffeemaker and hairdryer. Begin your day with a hot breakfast served fresh each morning. You may choose to unwind in the outdoor pool and spa area, or feel connected in the business center.
Local Events Worth Considering:
August 2010
The show is held every 2nd Saturday of the month at the Copperas Cove Knights of Columbus Ball Room located on FM 2657. Show time is 7:00 PM.
September 2010
In its 142nd year. Shows, rodeos, music, entertainment, carnival, crafts, food, livestock, commercial exhibits and attractions. In Brenham.
Cotton Patch Bicycle Race, Texas Music Weekend, BBQ Cook-Off, Art, Car Show, Kid's Alley and Crafts, in Historic Downtown Greenville.
Golf tournament, treasure hunt, pageant, parade, carnival, games, including ick horse barrel racing and a twister contest. In Groves.
Stroll through artists' booths and enjoy steelband music, art projects, arts & crafts fair, limbo contest, big-wheel races, caricatures and food. In Cedar Park.
Chocolate Demonstrations, Five Chocolate Stations, Chocolate & Champagne Brunch, Saturday Night Chocolate & Music - and more. In Salado.
Features about 200 artists and 30 performances on the banks of the Brazos River. In Waco.
One humdinger of a Western experience, in Bandera, the Cowboy Capital of the World.
Live entertainment and great food, in Bandera.
October 2010
Canton Civic Center and Downtown.
The next generation of quality arts, crafts, antiques & home decor. In Plano.
A Tyler tradition, you can gather at the Queen’s Teas at the Tyler Rose Garden Queen’s Court and enjoy Saturday’s Rose Parade.
Dozens of local and nationally known music acts descend on Austin for this three-day music festival.
200 vendors, a car show, book fair, photo contest, a Shiitake 5K Run/Walk at the city park, cooking shows, wine tastings and dance. In Madisonville.
A day long free event celebrating the cultural history of San Antonio. Over 40 history exhibitors and entertainers.
November 2010
Tour festive decorated homes, do Christmas shopping and step into yesteryear at the antique show and sale. In Brenham.
A classic car show, chili cook-off, carriage rides, arts & crafts, children's activities and food vendors. In Mineola.
More than 90 specialty boutiques and merchants from all over the nation. In Tyler.
Honoring the three rebellion flags of the region’s history. In Nacogdoches.
Clan Tents, Scottish Vendors, Piping, Drumming, Dancing, Games, old Scottish songs. In Salado.
Featuring multiple musical bands along the course as participants pass historic missions before finishing at the Alamodome, in San Antonio.
December 2010
In downtown Henderson.
Hosted by the City of Paris Parks and Recreation Department at Bywaters Park. The event provides live performances throughout December.
This certified 5K run is set for 8:30 a.m. in downtown Nacogdoches with the 3K walk beginning shortly thereafter.
Starring the Rockettes. Bass Concert Hall in Austin.
