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Dumplin Valley Bluegrass Festival

Kodak, Sevier County, Tennessee

Dates for this year have passed — check the organizer for next year’s dates. It usually returns in September.

WhenSeptember each year
September 17–19, 2026 · shows noon–11 p.m.
WhereDumplin Valley Farm, Kodak
OrganizerDumplin Valley Bluegrass Festival (Joe & Mitzi Soward) ↗

Three days of bluegrass on a farm in Kodak — the 2026 festival was the 26th — with twelve bands on a covered stage and jamming in the campground all week.

Venue & getting there

525 East Dumplin Valley Road, Kodak, TN 37764, just off I-40 at exit 407. Covered performance area, rain or shine; free parking; bring your own chair. Festival camping is by reservation only.

Town and county: Kodak · Sevier County.

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Sources

Dates, venue and details from Dumplin Valley Bluegrass Festival (official) ↗ · Festival camping (official) ↗ · Dumplin Valley Farm RV Park — events ↗ · Checked Oct 31, 2026. Festivals change dates, times and policies — always confirm with the organizer before you go. Not affiliated with the organizer.

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