🎉 Voted #1 Best Event/Festival in Haywood County (2024, 2025) — and We’re Back for 2026! 🎶

Get ready for another unforgettable experience at the Haywood County Arts Council’s Annual Bluegrass Festival Fundraiser!

We’re returning to the beautiful Maggie Valley Festival Grounds — perfectly timed with the stunning colors of leaf season in Haywood County!

We're excited to present the 2025 line-up:

✨ What to Expect in 2026:

🎸 Award-winning bluegrass bands that will have you tapping your feet all day long
🖼️ Local artists & vendors showcasing one-of-a-kind artwork and handmade goods
🎟️ Raffles featuring incredible prizes from local artisans
🎨 Artist Member Demonstrations — watch creativity come to life
🏞️ A child and adult playground — fun for all ages
🍔🍻 Delicious local food and drinks to keep you fueled throughout the day

This festival isn’t just an event — it’s a celebration of community, creativity, and mountain spirit. It’s a time to gather, support local artists, and enjoy incredible live music in the heart of our county. Your attendance and support help fund vital arts programming, scholarships, and opportunities that keep the arts thriving in our region. Every ticket, every raffle entry, every donation makes a difference.

👉 Mark your calendars and plan to join us for an incredible 2026 celebration. Let’s make this our best year yet! 🙌🎶

Smoky Mountains Bluegrass Festival

HCAC's Sixth Annual Bluegrass Festival Fundraiser!