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Since 2005
Late-night dive bar · Live music room · Opens 5:00 PM Monday
From the bar
Notes from The Pond: karaoke and live-music nights, game day, the tap-handle ceiling, and what makes a Franklin dive bar worth staying for. New posts land here first.
● Open now — open until 3:00 AM
Twenty-one and over. Non-smoking inside; smoking is permitted on the patio.
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August 27, 2026Is It a World Record Tap Handle Collection?Learn why a world record taphandle collection draws a second look, and see how 1,385 unique handles give The Pond in Franklin its real charm.
August 25, 2026Patio Bar Franklin TN for a Real Night OutLooking for a patio bar Franklin TN adults can settle into? Expect cold drinks, bar food, sports, music, karaoke, and a relaxed late-night crowd.
August 24, 2026Football Season Starts September 5 — The Pond Opens at 11 AMWatch college and pro football at The Pond in Franklin, TN, with plenty of TVs, cold drinks, bar food, and a relaxed 21-and-over crowd.
August 17, 202618 Best Songs for Bar Karaoke That Always WorkFind the best bar karaoke songs, from crowd-pleasers to big finishers. Then sing your favorite at The Pond in Franklin, Tennessee.
August 12, 2026Best Karaoke Bar in Franklin, TN: Sing your Heart Out at The PondPlan a karaoke night with friends that feels easy, loud, and memorable: good songs, low pressure, cold drinks, and a room ready to sing along all night.
August 7, 2026Finding the Best Karaoke Bar in Franklin TNLooking for the best karaoke bar Franklin TN has to offer? Find a relaxed late-night spot with welcoming people, cold drinks, bar food, and room to sing.
August 7, 20261,385 Beer Tap Handles on One Ceiling in Franklin, TNSee the beer tap handle collection at The Pond in Franklin: 1,385 handles on one ceiling, plus cold drinks, bar food, karaoke, and live music.
August 3, 2026What Time Do Bars Stop Serving in Tennessee?What time do bars stop serving in Tennessee? Learn the rules and why The Pond has last call at 2:30 a.m. before closing at 3 a.m.
July 30, 2026How Late Night Karaoke Works at a Neighborhood BarWondering how late night karaoke works? Learn the sign-up, song queue, stage etiquette, and what makes a relaxed neighborhood karaoke night fun together.
July 28, 2026Where Locals Drink in Franklin After DarkFind where locals drink in Franklin: cold beer, cocktails, bar food, karaoke, live music, and a relaxed late-night hangout for friends and neighbors too.
July 27, 2026Bars Open Late in Franklin TN for a Real Night OutLooking for bars open late Franklin TN? Find cold drinks, bar food, karaoke, live music, patio time, and a relaxed place to stay awhile with good friends.
July 27, 2026Best Late Night Bar Food: What Hits the SpotLooking for the best late night bar food in Franklin? Enjoy hot dogs, chicken tenders, fries, shareables, and comfort food in a relaxed neighborhood bar.
July 27, 2026Daily Drink Specials Franklin Locals Can Count OnLooking for daily drink specials Franklin TN? Enjoy cold drinks, great food, live music, karaoke, and a neighborhood bar where locals love to gather.
July 27, 2026Late Night Bar Atmosphere in Franklin TN: What Keeps People Coming BackA late night bar atmosphere review of what makes a real neighborhood spot worth staying for: cold drinks, familiar faces, music, food, and room to relax.
July 22, 2026Outdoor Patio Bar Franklin TN: Relax outside at The PondFind an outdoor patio bar Franklin locals love for cold drinks, bar food, live music, karaoke, and easygoing nights with friends under the sky after dark.
July 16, 2026Where to Find Cold Beer in Franklin TNLooking for cold beer Franklin TN locals actually recommend? Here's what makes a great neighborhood bar, from atmosphere to taps and late-night vibes.
July 16, 2026Quench Your Thirst at Franklin's Late-Night DiveQuench your thirst with cold beer, cocktails, bar food, karaoke, live music, and patio time at Franklin's original late-night neighborhood dive bar nearby, The Pond.
July 15, 202621 and Over Bar Franklin TN: What to ExpectLooking for a 21 and over bar Franklin TN locals actually enjoy? Here's what to expect from late-night drinks, music, food, and a relaxed crowd.
July 15, 2026Authentic Local Bar Franklin TN Locals PickLooking for an authentic local bar in Franklin, TN? Discover why locals return for cold drinks, friendly bartenders, live music, and a welcoming neighborhood atmosphere.
July 15, 2026Bars Open Late in Franklin TN That DeliverLooking for bars open late in Franklin, TN? Discover why locals choose neighborhood pubs for cold beer, good food, live music, and a welcoming late-night atmosphere.
July 15, 2026Local Bar Specials Franklin TN Locals Actually LikeLooking for local bar specials Franklin TN locals really enjoy? Here's what to look for in a neighborhood bar with deals, food, music, and late nights.
July 15, 2026Finding a Non Smoking Bar in Franklin TNLooking for a non-smoking bar in Franklin, TN? Enjoy a relaxed night inside The Pond. Smoking is allowed on the deck outside.
July 14, 2026Best Bars for Game Day Bring More Than TVsLooking for the best bars for game day in Franklin? The Pond offers plenty of TVs, cold drinks, good food, and a relaxed atmosphere for every game.
July 13, 2026Not Your Typical Watering HoleLooking for a not typical watering hole? Find cold drinks, good food, live music, karaoke, and a relaxed local crowd that keeps it real.
July 13, 2026What Makes a Good Dive Bar?What makes a good dive bar? It comes down to cold drinks, real people, easygoing service, and a neighborhood feel that keeps folks coming back.
July 13, 2026What Makes a Great Live Music Dive Bar?A great live music dive bar brings strong bands, cold drinks, real atmosphere, and a crowd that actually wants to stay awhile after the set.
July 7, 2026Late Night Bar Franklin Locals Count OnLooking for a late night bar Franklin locals actually love? Find cold drinks, bar food, karaoke, live music, sports, and a laid-back crowd.
July 3, 2026Best Bar With Patio Franklin TN Locals ChooseLooking for a bar with patio Franklin TN locals actually love? Here's what makes a patio bar worth your time, from drinks to late-night vibes.
July 3, 2026Best Dive Bar Franklin TN for Late NightsLooking for the Best Dive Bar Franklin TN has to offer? Find cold beer, late-night food, karaoke, live music, and a true local hangout.
July 3, 2026Best Live Music Bar Franklin TN Nights OutLooking for a live music bar Franklin TN locals actually love? Here's what makes a great night out, from the stage to the drinks and crowd.
July 3, 2026Karaoke Bar Franklin TN Locals Come Back ToLooking for a karaoke bar Franklin TN locals actually love? Find out what makes a great night out, from song picks to late-night drinks and good company.- June 29, 2026Best Bar Food Franklin TN Locals CraveLooking for bar food Franklin TN locals actually love? Here's what makes a great neighborhood bar menu worth the stop, late night or game day.
Before you come out
Hours
● Open now
- Monday – Thursday
- 5:00 PM – 3:00 AM
- Friday
- 3:00 PM – 3:00 AM
- Saturday – Sunday
- 11:00 AM – 3:00 AM
Right now
Open now — open until 3:00 AM
Seven nights a week, every night to 3:00 AM. That much never changes.
House rules
- Twenty-one and over. Every night, no exceptions.
- Non-smoking inside
- smoking allowed on patio.
- Plenty of free parking in the front.
Plenty of parking and except on occasion, there is no cover charge.
Also at The Pond
The rest of the room
- Live musicDuos, trios and bands on a stage that sits in the room. Hosted here since 2005.Read on →
- KaraokeSame stage, same room, and rarely a shortage of people willing to go first.Read on →
- The ceilingTap handles of every shape and brewery, hung in rows across the whole room.Read on →
- The menuBurgers, tenders, poppers, mozzarella sticks and loaded fries. To-go by phone.Read on →
595 Hillsboro Road, until 3:00 AM
595 Hillsboro Road Suite 321, Franklin, TN 37064. Twenty-one and over. Non-smoking inside; smoking is permitted on the patio.