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CaveFest

October 6-8, 2023

Tickets & packages on sale now!

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Questions?

Before CaveFest, call us (931) 516-9724, Mon-Fri, 9a-12p CT

During CaveFest, visit the Info Tent, Thurs, 1p-7p CT; Fri-Sun, 10a-7p CT

The Caverns: 555 Charlie Roberts Road, Pelham, TN 37366

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On October 6-8, 2023, The Caverns is proud to present the second annual CaveFest, featuring a curated line-up of music over three days as well as on-site camping, open underground jam sessions, cave tours, delicious food trucks, local vendors, free access to shower trailers & climate-controlled bathroom trailers with flushable toilets, and more.

The line-up for CaveFest includes: Sam Bush, Leftover Salmon, The Infamous Stringdusters, Peter Rowan, The Travelin’ McCourys, Jim Lauderdale, Town Mountain, The Lil Smokies, Lindsay Lou, Sam Grisman Project: Plays Garcia/Grisman’s Shady Grove Album, Jon Stickley Trio, Rob Ickes & Trey Hensley, Larry Keel Experience, The HillBenders: Play WhoGrass, Sicard Hollow, Big Richard, Fireside Collective, Airshow, Two Runner, Pert Near Sandstone, Pixie & The Partygrass Boys, Volunteer String Band, Off The Wagon, Three Tall Pines, Johnny Campbell Band, Big Daddy Love, Tree of Forgiveness - A Tribute to John Prine, Hudost, and Wyatt Ellis & Friends.

Lindsay Lou, dubbed by fans the “Queen of CaveFest” in the festival’s inaugural year, will return as one of CaveFest artist-in-residence. As artist-in-residence, in addition to a dedicated performance slot, Lindsay Lou will be found sitting in with others all weekend long creating memorable collaborations and magical CaveFest moments.

“CaveFest was a dream come true last year, an ideal festival featuring favorite bands in the best autumn weather in the perfect place. Glad this dream is recurring and we’re excited to see the event grow to three days in 2023!” says The Caverns owner Todd Mayo.

In its first year, CaveFest sold out with guests in attendance from every one of the lower 48 states. The festival will take full advantage of what The Caverns has to offer above and below ground. The Caverns Amphitheater, with its spacious area for chairs and dancing, will host the headlining performances while providing breathtaking views of the majestic Cumberland Plateau. The Caverns world-famous underground concert hall will function as a 2nd stage hosting additional performances, daily open jam sessions, and cave yoga.

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Naturally, CaveFest will also feature cave tours and subterranean adventures, providing guests with the opportunity to delve deep and discover what lies beneath the Earth's surface. The Caverns will present guided, walking tours through the otherworldly Big Room Cave, where the enthralling history of the region, cave geology and mythology intertwine. Those seeking an adrenaline rush can opt for an Adventure Cave Tour that will take them beyond "Tombstone Pass" to witness an underground river, soda straw formations, and other fascinating sights (advance reservation required).

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Tickets, Packages & Add-Ons

Tickets includes admission to all shows for the day of your ticket, including late night, as well as camping the night of your ticket. Free access to shower trailers and climate-controled bathroom trailers. Kids 12 & under are free.

Ticket & Package Options: Single Day Tickets, 3-Day General Admission, 3-Day VIP Camping (sold out), 3-Day Yurt Package (sold out), 3-Day VIP Monteagle Stay and Cave Package (Sold Out), 3-Day

Add-Ons: Thursday Early Entry Camping Pass, Thursday Large Vehicle Early Entry Camping Pass, 3-Day Large Vehicle Camping Pass, 3-Day Large Vehicle Camping Pass VIP, Pre-Pitched Campsites

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$1 from every CaveFest ticket will go to the Sewanee Mountain Grotto to support cave conservation efforts.

CaveFest 2023 map

Alternative to the Footpath - With a distance of approximately 1,200 feet (.22 miles), if you or someone in your party cannot make this walk please let the check-in staff know upon arrival and they will coordinate a pick-up at the assistance tent.

PERFORMANCE SCHEDULE & ACTIVITES

THURSDAY

Thursday Early Entry Pass Required for Campground Access

No Venue Access

9:00a CT - 9:00p CT - Cave Tours Available - Book Here

1:00p CT - 9:00p CT - Campground / Ticketing Open

FRIDAY

9:00a CT - 9:00p CT - Campground / Ticketing Open

9:00a CT - 9:00p CT - Big Room Cave Tours Available (50% off)

2:00p CT - Footpath / Doors to the Amphitheater Open

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Volunteer String Band

Amphitheater Stage

Friday, 4:00p CT

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Lindsay Lou

Amphitheater Stage

Friday, 5:30p CT

Additionally, Lindsay Lou is a CaveFest Artist-in-Residence

Infamous Stringdusters

The Infamous Stringdusters

Amphitheater Stage

Friday, 9:30p CT

Airshow

CaveFest Late Night: Airshow

Cave Stage

Friday, 11:30p CT

Big Mouth Cave doors open at 11:00p CT

SATURDAY

9:00a CT - 9:00p CT - Campground / Ticketing Open

9:00a CT - Footpath / Doors to the Amphitheater Open

9:00a CT - 9:00p CT - Big Room Cave Tours Available (50% off)

9:00p CT - 12:00a CT - Big Mouth Cave Closed

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Cave Yoga with Sarah Norris

Inside The Cave

Saturday, 9:30a CT

Bring your yoga mat.

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Two Runner

Amphitheater Stage

Saturday, 11:00a CT

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Sound Circle Immersion hosted by HuDost

Cave Stage

Saturday, 11:00a CT

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HuDost

Cave Stage

Saturday, 11:45a CT

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Pert Near Sandstone

Amphitheater Stage

Saturday, 12:30p CT

Wyatt Ellis & Friends

Wyatt Ellis & Friends

Cave Stage

Saturday, 1:00p CT

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Off The Wagon

Cave Stage

Saturday, 1:30p CT

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Big Daddy Love

Amphitheater Stage

Saturday, 2:00p CT

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Three Tall Pines

Cave Stage

Saturday, 3:00p CT

Jon Stickley Trio

Jon Stickley Trio

Amphitheater Stage

Saturday, 3:30p CT

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Pixie & The Partygrass Boys

Cave Stage

Saturday, 4:30p CT

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Rob Ickes & Trey Hensley

Amphitheater Stage

Saturday, 5:00p CT

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Open Cave Jam

Cave Stage

Saturday, 6:00p CT - 9:00p CT

Bring your instrument. Big Mouth Cave closes after the jam.

The Lil Smokies

The Lil Smokies

Amphitheater Stage

Saturday, 6:30p CT

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The Travelin' McCourys

Amphitheater Stage

Saturday, 8:30p CT

Leftover Salmon

Leftover Salmon

Amphitheater Stage

Saturday, 10:30p CT

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CaveFest Late Night: Airshow

Cave Stage

Saturday, 12:30a CT

Airshow's Funky Dance Party w/Special Guests

Big Mouth Cave doors open at 12:00a CT

SUNDAY

9:00a CT - 9:00p CT - Campground / Ticketing Open

9:00a CT - 9:00p CT - Big Room Cave Tours Available (50% off)

10:00a CT - Footpath / Doors to the Amphitheater Open

9:00p CT - 12:00a CT - Big Mouth Cave Closed

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Volunteer String Band

Cave Stage

Sunday, 10:30a CT

Gospel Brunch with Bloody Marys Available For Purchase

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Tree of Forgiveness - John Prine Tribute

Cave Stage

Sunday: 12:00p CT

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Big Richard

Amphitheater Stage

Sunday, 12:30p CT

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Johnny Campbell Band

Cave Stage

Sunday, 1:30p CT

The HillBenders

The HillBenders Play WhoGrass

Amphitheater Stage

Sunday, 2:00p CT

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Fireside Collective

Cave Stage

Sunday, 3:00p CT

Larry Keel Experience

Larry Keel Experience

Amphitheater Stage

Sunday, 3:30p CT

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Sicard Hollow

Cave Stage

Sunday, 4:30p CT

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Town Mountain

Amphitheater Stage

Sunday, 5:00p CT

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Open Cave Jam

Inside The Cave

Sunday, 6:00p - 9:00p CT

Bring your instrument. Big Mouth Cave closes after the jam.

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Jim Lauderdale

Amphitheater Stage

Sunday, 6:30p CT

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Peter Rowan

Amphitheater Stage

Sunday, 8:30p CT

Sam Bush

Sam Bush

Amphitheater Stage

Sunday, 10:30p CT

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CaveFest Late Night: Airshow

Sunday, 12:30a CT

Airshow's Grateful Dead Tribute w/Special Guests

Big Mouth Cave doors open at 12:00a CT

Concessions & Shopping

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Food Trucks By The Mouth of The Cave

CaveFest, The Caverns & Artist Merchandise

All artist and venue merchandise will be located in the back of the amphitheater next to the concessions. The only place to get CaveFest and The Caverns merchandise is at The Caverns!

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FESTIVAL INFORMATION

Prohibited and approved items for The Caverns music venues.

Shower & Bathroom Trailers

Luxury shower and bathroom trailers will be available in the campground Friday-Sunday from 9a-5p. All showers and bathrooms will be free for all CaveFest fans to use!

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General Store

Mr. B's General Store will be open in the Campground all day, Friday - Sunday.

Hydration

Please stay hydrated! Water stations will be available in the campgrounds and inside the amphitheater behind the concessions building. Please also bring your own water, too.

WIFI & CELL SERVICE

Wifi is typically available in the amphitheater by joining the network “thecaverns” using the password “thecaverns." Wifi is not available in the campground and cell service can be spotty depending on the weather/provider.

Please be sure to download your tickets to your phone before arriving at CaveFest.

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