The Old-Time music tradition born in Surry County and the sounds of sweet music carries throughout the Blue Ridge Mountains from local, national and international musicians at the Annual Mount Airy Old-Time Fiddlers Convention at Veterans Memorial Park in Mount Airy, North Carolina.

Traditionally held the first full weekend in June, this family friendly event brings together musicians and fans for two full days of competition, jam sessions, dancing, singing, education, and family entertainment. This popular festival, established in 1972, is dedicated to old-time and bluegrass music, as well as dance and song. The Fiddlers Convention features solo and band competitions whose winners are awarded cash prizes.

Camping is available by the week with advanced registration for full hook up and by the day for primitive spots. Every person who camps pays $20 per person. That includes an admission wristband, parking pass, and a camping wristband that is good for the whole week. Advance reservations are good for the full week. Rates and additional details are on the camping page.

Free Old-Time and Bluegrass workshops are scheduled during the week of the Fiddlers Convention in the Grandstand at Veterans Park. Workshops include fiddle, banjo, vocals, guitar, jams, dance, and more. These special workshops are hosted by the Surry Arts Council and Veterans Memorial Park, Inc. and made possible through support from our Presenting Sponsor, The North Carolina Department of Natural and Cultural Resources.

Come visit Mount Airy! The Veterans Memorial Park hosts other events throughout the year. Learn more about Surry County Music and take in a show at the Historic Earle Theatre in downtown Mount Airy. The Andy Griffith Museum and  new Original Siamese Twins Museum are open 7 days a weekend. The Surry Arts Council host bluegrass and old time concerts and dances throughout the year.

Schedule:

9:30 am - 12:00 pm - Folk Song in Grandstand

9:30 am - 2:00 pm - Bluegrass & Old-Time Banjos and Fiddles

2:00 pm - 5:00 pm - Guitar, Mandolin, Dobro, Bass Fiddle, Dulcimer, Autoharp

5:45 pm - Youth Dance and Awards

6:00 pm - All bands perform

Adult dancing after the completion of the band competition

Admission Wristbands:

Friday: $10 per person
Saturday: $10 per person
Contestants: $20 per contestant ($10 refunded Saturday after performance)