Mountain Dance and Folk Festival

The 97th Annual Mountain Dance and Folk Festival will take place at 7:00 PM on August 1, 2, and 3 at UNCA Lipinsky Hall. This year, there will be a different show will be presented live on stage each evening allowing you to appreciate the talent and dedication of the hundreds of musicians, dancers, and storytellers who are preserving the traditions of the Southern Appalachian Mountains.

These traditions involve not only the hand-clapping, toe-tapping rhythms of Bluegrass, the style and stories of century-old ballads, the high energy of clogging, the elegance of Big Circle Mountain Smooth Dance, the fun and entertainment of storytelling but also include an awareness of the hardships and trials that have brought us to this place and time.

2024 Ticket Prices:

• Children under 12 years-$5.00
• Students-$5.00
• Groups of 10 or more-$15.00 each
• Adult Tickets-$20.00 in Advance ($25.00 at the door)