Sep 25

Townsend Fall Festival

Event Information

Townsend Fall Heritage and Bluegrass Festival 

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The foothills of the Smoky Mountains come to life with Bluegrass music, arts and crafts, time honored traditions and Appalachian cooking at the Townsend in the Smokies Fall Festival, Sept. 25-26, 2026. The festival provides an atmosphere where family and friends of all ages can partake in time-honored Appalachian traditions at a free community event.

An event for all ages, the festival centers around traditional and contemporary Bluegrass and mountain music; along with clogging and square dancing; art and craft booths; numerous Appalachian demonstrations; old-fashioned kids’ games; and Southern food, such as fried pies and kettle corn.

LOCATION: Greater Smokies Event Grounds, 7930 E. Lamar Alexander Parkway, Townsend, TN 37882
This is next door to the Townsend Visitor Center. All events will be held at the Townsend Event Center.

Special Notes:
Vendor applications have closed. If you wish to participate in 2026, send email here.

Learn more about this family-friendly event at smokymountains.org

Frequently Asked Questions

Where can I learn more about the daily schedule, parking, vendors and other event details?

View the full daily schedule, parking and transportation info and a full list of food and craft vendors at smokymountains.org

What type of bands can I expect to see?

The 2022 Townsend Fall Heritage Festival featured bands such as the Bluegrass Friends, Spur of the Moment Band, Carolina Bluegrass, Tim Decker and Tennessee River and thee Steve Jordan Band. Visit smokymountains.org to view the full 2023 lineup.