Appalachian String Band Music Festival

Appalachian String Band Music Festival

A five-day mountaintop gathering of musicians and friends with contests, concerts, workshops, square dances, camping and vendors. Old time Appalachian music is presented to an audience of more than 3000 musicians and string band music lovers of all ages.  The festival attracts visitors and participants from all around the world including all 50 states and more than 20 foreign countries.

Festival Dates:

Wednesday, August 2-Sunday, August 6, 2023- 1pm

Pre-camping: (No Scheduled Events)
Friday July 28th at 1pm – Tuesday August 1, 2023

DEADLINE FOR VENDOR CONTRACTS – APRIL 1^ST        

DEADLINE FOR CONTEST REGISTRATIONS – JULY 1^ST

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