Santa Paddle at Franklin Makers Market
Participants dress in red or full Santa suits to join a festive walking strut and water paddle across Westhaven Lake. Paddlers take to the water on paddleboards, canoes, or kayaks to the sound of holiday music before finishing with a cookie break. The fundraiser takes place alongside the Franklin Makers Market and benefits the Friends of Williamson County Animal Center.
What to Expect
Holiday water paddle and walking strut benefiting local shelter animals.
Event Details
Food & Drink
The accompanying Franklin Makers Market offers tasty treats, food trucks, and bubbly cocktails.
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Families and festive outdoor activity seekers
Vibe
Festive, playful, charitable
Energy Level
Moderate
Photo Friendly
High
Weather Sensitivity
High
Location
Know Before You Go
- Tickets: Registration options are Basic Registration (BYO watercraft), All-Inclusive (paddleboard, canoe, or kayak provided), or Santa Strut (stay dry). All registration options include a commemorative Santa hat and cookies after the paddle. Registration fees are non-refundable if weather interferes with the paddle. No registration prices are stated. – Get tickets
- Hours: Participants gather at 1:45; the Santa Strut begins at 2:00; the event listing gives 2:00PM–3:00PM.
- Pets: Dogs may join the Santa Strut around the lake, but participants must have a plan for their dogs once it is time to get on the water.
Tips & Advice
- Register before the event, since every participant must be registered to take part.
- Wear a Santa suit or all-red clothing; registered participants receive a commemorative Santa hat onsite.
- Bring your own watercraft or select the all-inclusive option for a provided paddleboard, canoe, or kayak.
- Wear a life vest or personal flotation device whenever you are on the water.
- If bringing a dog, plan for its care once paddlers head onto the lake; the event is rain or shine and fees are non-refundable if weather disrupts paddling.
Special Events & Promotions
- The concurrent Franklin Makers Market offers free admission.
- Registration has separate options for bringing your own watercraft, using provided watercraft, or joining the Santa Strut and staying dry.
Quick Actions
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can take part, and what should participants wear?
The event is described as fun for the whole family. Every participant must wear a Santa suit or all-red clothing; a commemorative Santa hat is provided.
Do I need to register, and what participation options are available?
All participants must register beforehand. Choose to bring your own watercraft, use a provided paddleboard, canoe, or kayak, or join the Santa Strut and stay dry.
What happens during the event?
Participants start with a Santa Strut around the lake, then paddlers take to the water to holiday songs. The event ends with cookies.
Can I bring my dog?
Dogs may join the Santa Strut, but participants need a plan for their dogs when the water portion begins.
What should paddlers know about safety and weather?
Wear a life vest or personal flotation device whenever on the water. The event is rain or shine; weather-related changes will be sent by email or text, and registration fees are non-refundable if weather interferes with paddling.
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