People come to the South from all all over the country to hear great music and eat delicious food. Dollywood is bringing music and food lovers together this summer for the annual Barbeque and Bluegrass Festival. Drawing on two of the most beloved traditions from the Great Smoky Mountains, this popular Dollywood festival features 16 days of awesome celebrity concerts and plenty of mouthwatering BBQ with all the fixins. Read on to learn everything you need to know.
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When and Where
The Barbeque and Bluegrass Festival will take place from May 24 – June 8, 2014. All of the fun will be at the Dollywood theme park at 2700 Dollywood Parks Boulevard, Pigeon Forge Tennessee 37863.
Free Concerts
Some of the biggest names in bluegrass will be taking the stage at Dollywood this summer. More than 60 different musical acts will perform, including Riders in the Sky, The Time Jumpers, The Willis Clan, Balsam Range, and Hot Club of Cowtown. You can see the full musical lineup on the official Dollywood website.
The best part is, all of these concerts are free! As long as you have a paid pass to Dollywood you’ll be able to hear Grammy winning musicians for the price of admission.
BBQ Favorites
The chefs at Dollywood will be ready for even the heartiest appetites with over 50,000 pounds of BBQ! Just head on over to Market Square to get a big plate of some slow cooked meat slathered in sweet or spicy sauces. Remember to bring a few wet naps, because eating barbeque can get a little messy!
Where to Stay
Timber Tops is just minutes away from this incredible Dollywood festival. With panoramic views of the mountains, indoor heated pools, and home theater systems, we have the very best amenities imaginable. Take a look at our Pigeon Forge Cabins page to find the perfect place to stay when you visit the Smokies, or give us a call at 877-549-6775.
