October 6-8, 2023
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-9p CT
The Caverns: 555 Charlie Roberts Road, Pelham, TN 37366
CaveFest
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.
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).
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
$1 from every CaveFest ticket will go to the Sewanee Mountain Grotto to support cave conservation efforts.
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
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
Volunteer String Band
Amphitheater Stage
Friday, 4:00p CT
Lindsay Lou
Amphitheater Stage
Friday, 5:30p CT
Additionally, Lindsay Lou is a CaveFest Artist-in-Residence
Sam Grisman Project - Plays Garcia/Grisman's Shady Grove Album
Amphitheater Stage
Friday, 7:30p CT
The Infamous Stringdusters
Amphitheater Stage
Friday, 9:30p CT
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
Cave Yoga with Sarah Norris
Inside The Cave
Saturday, 9:30a CT
Bring your yoga mat.
Two Runner
Amphitheater Stage
Saturday, 11:00a CT
Sound Circle Immersion hosted by HuDost
Cave Stage
Saturday, 11:00a CT
HuDost
Cave Stage
Saturday, 11:45a CT
Pert Near Sandstone
Amphitheater Stage
Saturday, 12:30p CT
Wyatt Ellis & Friends
Cave Stage
Saturday, 1:00p CT
Big Daddy Love
Amphitheater Stage
Saturday, 2:00p CT
Off The Wagon
Cave Stage
Saturday, 2:30p CT
Jon Stickley Trio
Amphitheater Stage
Saturday, 3:30p CT
Three Tall Pines
Cave Stage
Saturday, 4:00p CT
Rob Ickes & Trey Hensley
Amphitheater Stage
Saturday, 5:00p CT
Pixie & The Partygrass Boys
Cave Stage
Saturday, 5:30p CT
The Lil Smokies
Amphitheater Stage
Saturday, 6:30p CT
Open Cave Jam
Cave Stage
Saturday, 7:00p CT - 9:00p CT
Bring your instrument. Big Mouth Cave closes after the jam.
The Travelin' McCourys
Amphitheater Stage
Saturday, 8:30p CT
Leftover Salmon
Amphitheater Stage
Saturday, 10:30p CT
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
Volunteer String Band
Cave Stage
Sunday, 10:30a CT
Gospel Brunch with Bloody Marys Available For Purchase
Tree of Forgiveness - John Prine Tribute
Cave Stage
Sunday: 12:00p CT
Big Richard
Amphitheater Stage
Sunday, 12:30p CT
Johnny Campbell Band
Cave Stage
Sunday, 1:30p CT
The HillBenders Play WhoGrass
Amphitheater Stage
Sunday, 2:00p CT
Fireside Collective
Cave Stage
Sunday, 3:00p CT
Larry Keel Experience
Amphitheater Stage
Sunday, 3:30p CT
Sicard Hollow
Cave Stage
Sunday, 4:30p CT
Town Mountain
Amphitheater Stage
Sunday, 5:00p CT
Open Cave Jam
Inside The Cave
Sunday, 6:00p - 9:00p CT
Bring your instrument. Big Mouth Cave closes after the jam.
Jim Lauderdale
Amphitheater Stage
Sunday, 6:30p CT
Peter Rowan
Amphitheater Stage
Sunday, 8:30p CT
Sam Bush
Amphitheater Stage
Sunday, 10:30p CT
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
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!
Campground Vendors
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!
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.
Tickets & packages on sale now!