The North Carolina State Bluegrass 2026 Festival, Cherokee TN
🎶 North Carolina State Bluegrass Festival Held in Cherokee, NC- August 2025
Thu, Aug 13 at 12:00 PM (EDT)
- Sat, Aug 15 at 10:00 PM (EDT)
Happy Holiday RV Village (2),
Cherokee,
North Carolina
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Thursday, August 13th- Single Day General Admission Ticket
$45.00
+ $3.09 fees
🎟 Thursday General Admission Kick off the festival with a full day of bluegrass magic! This ticket grants access to all performances and activities on Thursday, August 13, 2026, at the North Carolina State Bluegrass Festival in Cherokee, TN. Enjoy live music, food vendors, and the scenic charm of Happy Holiday RV Village. Bring your lawn chair and settle in for a day of unforgettable tunes and community spirit.
Friday, August 14th- General Admission Single Day Ticket
$45.00
+ $3.09 fees
🎟 Friday Single Day General Admission Kick off the festival with a full day of bluegrass magic! This ticket grants access to all performances and activities on Friday, August 14, 2026, at the North Carolina State Bluegrass Festival in Cherokee, TN. Enjoy live music, food vendors, and the scenic charm of Happy Holiday RV Village. Bring your lawn chair and settle in for a day of unforgettable tunes and community spirit.
Saturday, August 15th- General Admission Single Day Ticket
$45.00
+ $3.09 fees
🎟 Saturday Single Day General Admission Kick off the festival with a full day of bluegrass magic! This ticket grants access to all performances and activities on Saturday, August 15, 2026, at the North Carolina State Bluegrass Festival in Cherokee, TN. Enjoy live music, food vendors, and the scenic charm of Happy Holiday RV Village. Bring your lawn chair and settle in for a day of unforgettable tunes and community spirit.
YOUTH Thursday General Admission Ticket
$20.00
+ $1.83 fees
🧒 Youth General Admission – Thursday Perfect for young bluegrass fans! This ticket provides full access to all Thursday performances and festival activities for attendees ages 6–12. Join us on August 13, 2026, at Happy Holiday RV Village in Cherokee, TN, for a day of music, fun, and family-friendly vibes. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Ages 5 and under are free.
YOUTH Friday General Admission Ticket
$20.00
+ $1.83 fees
🧒Friday Youth General Admission – Perfect for young bluegrass fans! This ticket provides full access to all Friday performances and festival activities for attendees ages 7-15.
YOUTH Saturday General Admission Ticket
$20.00
+ $1.83 fees
🧒Saturday-Youth General Admission – Perfect for young bluegrass fans! This ticket provides full access to all Saturday performances and festival activities for attendees ages 7-15.
(3) Day General Admission
$115.00
+ $6.63 fees
🎟 3-Day General Admission Ticket Join us for three unforgettable days of toe-tappin’ tunes and mountain magic at the North Carolina State Bluegrass Festival in Cherokee, TN! This ticket grants you general admission access to all performances from Thursday, August 13 through Saturday, August 15, 2026.
Enjoy a full lineup of award-winning bluegrass artists, artisan vendors, and delicious local eats—all set against the scenic backdrop of the Smoky Mountains. Bring your lawn chair, your dancing shoes, and your love for live music!
🎶 Access to all general admission areas for all 3 days
Children 12 and under admitted free with paid adult.
Rain or shine event. No refunds after July 2026
(3) Day Reserved Seating
$125.00
+ $7.13 fees
🎟 3-Day Reserved Seating Ticket Experience the North Carolina State Bluegrass Festival in style with a guaranteed seat for all three days
This ticket includes access to a reserved seat in the main performance area, so you can enjoy every banjo break and harmony without the hassle of saving your spot.
🪑 Reserved seating for all 3 days—your seat is yours from start to finish
Children must purchase a reserved seat, See tickets.
Rain or shine, No refunds after July 2026
(3) Day Youth General Admission
$55.00
+ $3.60 fees
🎟 3-Day General Admission– Youth Ticket- Treat your young bluegrass fan to three full days of music and memories with a 3 Day General Admission at the North Carolina State Bluegrass Festival
This ticket provides a guaranteed seat in the for children up to age 15, so families can enjoy the festival together with comfort and ease.
Rain or shine- No refunds after July 2026
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