Bascom Lamar Lunsford "Minstrel of Appalachia" Festival

This is an all-day festival celebrating music and dance traditions of the southern Appalachian mountains. The event is the second oldest folk festival in western North Carolina and was named in honor of cofounder Bascom Lamar Lunsford, a musician and folklorist who dedicated his life to collecting and promoting the music of the region. The festival, which is now in its 45th year, features music and dance performances, jam circles, and a ballad and story swap. Join us in celebrating the rich cultural traditions of the Southern Appalachians!

The daytime concert takes place on the Upper Quad of the Mars Hill College campus from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Ballad and Story Swap. Admission to the daytime performances is free. The evening concert in Moore Auditorium begins at 7 p.m., and admission is $10 for adults, $5 for children.

Always the first Saturday in October, join us October 6 to kick off the fall festival season!

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