Festivals in Tennessee
The following Country Music Festivals are currently being held in Tennessee
Cancelled Festivals:
- Tin Pan South Songwriter's Festival in Nashville (See Songwriters Page) for details
- National Cornbread Festival in South Pittsburgh
- Smokeslam in Memphis
- CMA Music Festival in Nashville
- The Homestead Festival in Columbia
- Tennessee River Jam in Paris, TN
- Gatlinburg Songwriter's Festival in Gatlinburg (See Songwriters Page for details)
- Bristol Rhythm & Boots Reunion in Bristol, Tennessee/Virginia
- Americanafest in Nashville
- Pilgrimage Music Festival in Franklin
Cancelled Festivals:
- Lynchburg Music Fest last held in 2021 in Lynchburg
- Hazzard Fest last held in 2023 in Newport
- Riverbend last held in 2023 in Chattanooga
- White Pines Fest last held in 2024 in Monterey, Tennessee
NOTE: For the most current information, please visit the official websites for each Festival by clicking on Festival Name or Logo. Information on this page was accurate at time of publication but things can change very quickly in the world of Festivals.
Most festivals now use flex/tier pricing therefore, we will no longer list prices but only provide the links to make purchases.
Most festivals now use flex/tier pricing therefore, we will no longer list prices but only provide the links to make purchases.
National Cornbread Festival
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220 East 3rd Street
South Pittsburgh, Tennessee 37380 (423) 837-8378 |
April 25 - April 26, 2026 (South Pittsburg, Tennessee)
The National Cornbread Festival is a weekend-long celebration of cornbread and many cornbread related activities for adults and kids. You’ll find us in the quaint town of South Pittsburg, Tennessee every year during the last full weekend in April. Play games, ride carnival rides, and enjoy wandering through the booths that line the streets of historic South Pittsburg. Enjoy cornbread, handmade arts and crafts. Taste Southern, artisan treats like honey, fudge, and rock candies. The festival is packed with great family fun – including a Kid’s Corner with games, face painting, and inflatables! ARTISTS (Lineup and Schedule subject to change) Coming Soon TICKETS (Subject to change. Prices do not include taxes and fees) On-Sale Now |
Smokeslam
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Tom Lee Park
422 Riverside Drive Memphis, Tennessee 3810 |
May 14 - May 15, 2026 (Memphis, Tennessee)
On hold for 2026. MEMPHO PRESENTS is proud to be organizing SMOKESLAM. Mempho has deep roots in Memphis, music and barbecue. We’re dedicated to creating world-class experiences that stay true to what makes Memphis Memphis. With the help of our incredible partners, we’re committed to creating iconic events that will be talked about for years to come. ARTISTS (Lineup and Schedule subject to change) TBA TICKETS (Subject to change: Does not include taxes and fees) TBA |
CMA Music Festival
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Downtown
Nashville, TN 37203 (800) 262-3378 |
June 4 - June 7, 2026 (Nashville, Tennessee)
We have an entire section of our website dedicated to the CMA Music Festival. You can use the navigation menu above to access these pages. Be sure to follow us on Facebook and Twitter. ARTISTS (Lineup and Schedule subject to change) Visit the Official Web Site of the CMA Music Festival or download the APP TICKETS (Subject to change. Does not include Taxes and Fees) BUY TICKETS |
The Homestead Festival
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4765 Hardison Mill Rd
Columbia, Tennessee 38401 |
June 5 - June 6, 2026 (Columbia, Tennessee) The Homestead Festival, a first-of-its-kind outdoor event, made its debut on June 3-4, 2022 at Rory Feek's 100-acre historic farm in Columbia, Tennessee. Combining music and meaning, the two-day affair features musical performances,, as well as masterclass lectures by prominent homesteading community leaders such A two day Homesteading and Music event on Rory Feek’s Tennessee farm, focused on helping families and individuals learn to be more self-sustaining. ARTISTS (Lineup and Schedule subject to change) TBA SCHEDULE (coming soon) TICKETS (Subject to change. Does not include Taxes and Fees) From $95 BUY TICKETS |
Tennessee River Jam
Downtown
Paris, Tennessee |
June 6 - June 6, 2026 (Paris, Tennessee)
River Jammers can expect a lively, welcoming atmosphere as Downtown Paris, Tennessee comes alive with great food, great music, and great company. A variety of local and regional food vendors will line the streets, offering everything from classic festival favorites to local specialties. With crowds filling the downtown square, lawn chairs set up, and friends gathering from across the region, the vibe is energetic yet family-friendly—exactly what Tennessee River Jam is known for. It’s a night where live music, hometown pride, and summer fun all come together in the heart of Paris. You won’t want to miss it! ARTISTS (Lineup and Schedule subject to change) 
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Bristol Rhythm & Roots Reunion
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State Street
Bristol, TN. Bristol, VA |
September 11 - September 13, 2026 (Bristol, Tennessee/Virginia) Every third weekend in September State Street in Historic Downtown Bristol, Tennessee/Virginia is amped to the beat of Appalachia's past, present & future. It digs down deep into the roots of the traditional Appalachian sound and lifts its branches to new heights. It all happens in the heart of The Birthplace of Country Music The award-winning Bristol Rhythm & Roots Reunion music festival in Historic Downtown Bristol, Tennessee- Virginia celebrates the twin cities’ history as the birthplace of country music with more than 100 acts of live music on more than a dozen indoor and outdoor stages along State Street, the site of the legendary 1927 Bristol Sessions. From Americana, country and traditional bluegrass to indie-rock, Bristol Rhythm features a wide range of roots genres performed by some of the most celebrated international, national, and regional artists performing today. ARTISTS: (Lineup and Schedule subject to change) With over 120+ bands and 13 stages, there are too many to list. VIEW LINEUP TICKETS (Prices subject to change. Does not include Taxes and Fees BUY TICKETS |
Americanafest
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Multiple Locations
Nashville, TN 37203 |
September 15 - September 19, 2026 (Nashville, Tennessee)
AMERICANAFEST® is a gathering of thousands of artists, fans, and industry professionals from all over the world in Nashville, TN. This is the must-attend event for anyone who loves the melting pot of Americana's influences including roots, folk, country, blues and soul-based music. Each year, AMERICANAFEST® brings together legendary artists, the next generation of rising stars, fans, and industry professionals for six days of music and education. The conference portion features numerous panels, seminars, exclusive day time performances, and much more, proudly providing Nashville's most educational music industry forum. This special event covers the interests and needs of artists, managers, labels, radio stations, publishers, agents, promoters, retailers, legal and business affairs executives, merchandisers and new media professionals – all enthusiastically attended and presented by music industry leaders. If you choose not to be a part of the entire AMERICANAFEST® experience through a conference registration, then the festival wristband is the option for you. For six nights, AMERICANAFEST® will feature 700 live performances at almost 60 of Nashville's most prominent venues and much, much, more! However, wristbands do not guarantee entry if venue is at capacity. In the event of a line, conference registrants have priority access. ARTISTS (Lineup and Schedule subject to change) VIEW 2025 LINEUP TICKETS (Subject to change. Does not include taxes and fees) BUY TICKETS |
Pilgrimage Music Festival
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239 Franklin Rd
Franklin, TN 37064 |
September 27 - September 28, 2025 (Franklin, Tennessee) Postponed until 2027 A diverse, renowned lineup of Rock & Roll, Americana, Alt-Country, Bluegrass, Jazz, Indie, Gospel, Pop & Blues. Pilgrimage music programming has grown in its first 3 years to 6 stages, 60+ musicians in a city many call home. It serves great value and advantage to Pilgrimage that so many talented musicians and industry folks live in such close proximity. Pilgrimage always has surprises on stage that include guest appearances, acoustic performances, and unique pairings. Pilgrimage freely mixes genres and musical styles to create an intentionally diverse music experience throughout the day so you can see all of your favorites and discover new ones. ARTISTS (Lineup and Schedule subject to change) TBA TICKETS (Subject to change. Does not include taxes and fees) TBA |
