Join us for barn dances, jam sessions, concerts, and more
Mark your calendars for these upcoming events celebrating Appalachian music heritage
Monthly barn dance series launches with Josh Waters & Friends
Love songs and ballads from the mountains
Celebrate spring in the Smokies with music and dancing
Multi-day celebration featuring national and regional artists
Old Time Barn Dance happens every month throughout 2026. Each month features a different theme and featured artist. Visit oldtimebarndance.com for the complete schedule.
Monthly community gatherings
Weekly informal playing
Special performances
Learn and improve
Monthly • 1st or 3rd Saturday • 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM
An authentic Appalachian barn dance experience featuring live bluegrass and old-time music, square dancing with caller, open jam sessions, and family-friendly community atmosphere.
Our signature annual celebration of Appalachian music. Save the date for a multi-day festival featuring national headliners, regional talent, and traditional musicians.
No square dance experience required - the caller teaches all moves!
Presented in partnership with Country Manor Acres, Townsend's premier event venue and wedding destination.
Experience the venue, discover authentic Appalachian culture, and help preserve mountain music traditions.
Informal weekly gathering for musicians of all skill levels. Bring your instrument and join in, or just come to listen and learn. Traditional Appalachian repertoire emphasized.
Learn traditional Appalachian instrument techniques from experienced musicians. Workshops rotate between banjo, fiddle, guitar, and mandolin. Instruments available for loan.
Events are being added regularly as we launch our programming. Subscribe to our calendar to be notified of new events automatically.
Most events are held in Townsend, Tennessee, at the base of the Great Smoky Mountains. Specific locations will be provided with event registration.
View on MapWe strive to make all events accessible to everyone. Please contact us in advance if you have specific accessibility needs so we can accommodate you.
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