Papa Joe Smiddy Mountain Music Festival

Location of Natural Tunnel State Park in Virginia

Where

Natural Tunnel State Park, 1420 Natural Tunnel Pkwy., Duffield, VA 24244.
Amphitheater

When

Sept. 3, 2023. 5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Presented by the Cove Ridge Center Foundation this event promotes the traditional musical heritage of Appalachia and honors the tireless work of "Papa Joe" Smiddy, well-known musician, entertainer, and educator. In addition to being an old-time banjo picker, "Papa Joe" is also known as Dr. Joseph Smiddy, Chancellor Emeritus at the University of Virginia's College at Wise.

Jim Gates will emcee the event. Featured performers will include Dr. Joe Smiddy and Reedy Creek, Appalachian Trail Band, the UVA Wise Papa Joe Smiddy Bluegrass Band, and the Holston River Boys.

Although this year's festival is free of charge donations to the Cove Ridge Foundation will be accepted and all proceeds will go toward the Mountain Music Scholarship Fund. The $5 parking fee will still apply. For more information call (276) 940-2674.

Documents

pjs-full-final-flyer.pdf

Other details

Standard parking or admission fee applies: Yes.
Extra fee: No.
Children welcome: Yes.
Phone: 276-940-2674
Email Address: naturaltunnel@dcr.virginia.gov