Join us on Sunday, May 3, 2026, for Franklin Fest, our in-person and online silent auction benefiting Franklin Elementary, a Title 1 school serving the City Heights, Kensington, and Talmadge communities. Hosted in-person at Ponce’s Mexican Restaurant, the event will also include an online auction component, allowing friends, family, and supporters near and far to participate.

Franklin Fest is a major fundraiser for the Friends of Franklin Foundation, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting high-quality STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math) programs and enrichment opportunities for all Franklin students.

Thanks to the generosity of our donors, sponsors and our Flyer families at Franklin Fest, we have been able to expand STEAM programming across every grade at Franklin Elementary, support a field trip for each class, and revitalize the STEAM lab to provide greater access and more meaningful hands-on learning opportunities for our students.

Donors

We welcome donations of items, experiences, gift cards, and services for our silent auction. Your contribution helps fund essential programs and provides valuable exposure to local families and the broader community.

Families & Community Members

Tickets are officially on sale for our in-person event at Ponce’s on Sunday, May 3. Each $20 ticket includes entry to the event plus an all-you-can-eat taco buffet.

We know childcare can be one of the biggest barriers to attending an adults only, 21+ event, so we are excited to offer free childcare this year through the Copley Price YMCA for up to 26 children ages 3 to 12. Children must be potty trained. You do not need to be a YMCA member to participate. See the ticket page for more details.

Click the links below to be directed to purchase tickets and reserve your childcare today!

Check back closer to the event to browse and bid on exciting auction items—every bid helps support our students

Franklin Fest relies on volunteers to make this event a success. We have small roles for those with limited time and larger roles for those who’d like to get more involved—click the link above to sign up!

Thank you Ponce’s!

Ponce’s Mexican Restaurant has generously hosted Franklin Fest year after year, providing a welcoming space for our community to come together in support of Franklin Elementary. We’re grateful for their continued partnership and proud to celebrate our 10th Annual Franklin Fest at this beloved neighborhood restaurant.