Hundreds gathered at River Circle Farm in Franklin on Saturday for the Harpeth Conservancy's 22nd annual River Swing fundraiser, which has raised more than $2 million over the years for the conservation of Tennessee's rivers.

The annual event, which launched in 2003 as the "Harpeth Hootenanny," is the organization's largest fundraiser. This year's edition featured live music from headliner St. Paul and The Broken Bones, a silent auction and a cocktail hour with music by Julian Carmichael where guests could interact with some of Tennessee's native animals.

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Harpeth Conservancy CEO Grace Stranch (right) speaks during the 22nd River Swing fundraiser in Franklin on Sept. 20, 2025. Founder Dorie Bolze is also pictured.

Dinner was catered by Martin's BBQ, with remarks from Harpeth Conservancy CEO Grace Stranch, founder Dorie Bolze and event host Christian Currey. An after-party was also held with music by DJ MGR Mike.

"River Swing is a celebration where joy and purpose flow as one," Stranch said in a news release. "The music and friendships bring us together, but what unites us most is our shared devotion to the rivers that sustain Tennessee."