The 30th Annual
Candlelight Cemetery Tour
Gallatin City Cemetery
Oct. 3, 2026
The Gallatin City Cemetery is home to old-fashioned tombstones and towering memorials that date back to 1814.
Many of Sumner County’s most fascinating characters are buried in that cemetery.
At the Candlelight Cemetery Tour, you will hear some of their life stories as you follow the candlelit path through the cemetery. Hear the stories of Revolutionary War descendants as history comes alive from those who reside in the historic Gallatin City Cemetery in honor of America’s 250th celebration.
On Saturday, Oct. 3, tours begin at 5 p.m.; a new tour starts every five minutes. The final tour begins at 9:12 p.m.
Tickets are $15 and are sold for specific start times and will only be available for purchase online.
This is a RAIN or SHINE event- No refunds
This event would not be possible without the generous support of our presenting sponsor, Wayne Holloway of Holloway Investments.
Holloway Investments is committed to providing affordable housing throughout the Franklin, Kentucky, and Sumner County, Tennessee, communities. Wayne also shares our passion for preserving local history. He operates Holloway Investments from the historic Hazel Path Mansion in Hendersonville, where he has devoted countless hours and significant resources to preserving this treasured landmark.
Click this HERE to hear Wayne share why protecting our local history is so important.
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