As 2023 came to an end and 2024 began, hundreds of Macon County residents came out for the 10th anniversary of the Ruby Drop New Year’s Eve celebration in downtown Franklin.
The seven-foot by seven-foot ruby sat 60 feet in the air, illuminated by 1,300 lights, for the 10th consecutive year before dropping down. The Franklin-based band, The V8s, entertained the crowd during the event, which also included carriage rides.
There were two New Year’s Eve ruby drops; one at 9 p.m. for families and early birds, and the traditional one at midnight.
The clear evening sky brought dropping temperatures, but hundreds braved the cold to take part in the festivities. The event is presented by Crabtree Family Entertainment, Motor Company Grill and Crabtree General Store.