For Food Vendors please contact Jessica Tilson 276-619-1149 For Retail or Non-Profit Vendor space contact Shauna Reynolds 276-698-8851

Abingdon Fiddlers' will be held outside, however, in case of rain it will be moved inside the main building on the inside stage. The Show will go on

Yes, we welcome golf carts with a permit. Permits are $5.00 and drivers must be 16 years old and older.

Yes, tent and RV/Motorhome camping allowed. Please make reservation in advance for planning purposes since this is our first year. Drive up campers will be allowed, but we are asking to pre-register if possible. No Hook Ups, Dry Camping Only. There are a few electric outlets based on first come, first serve. RV pumping service will be available for a fee by Complete Contractors No Open Camp Fire Restroom facilities available around the Fairgrounds Campgrounds open at 11:00 AM, Wednesday, June 19, 2024. All campers and vendors must be out of the Fairgrounds by 11:00 AM, Monday, June 24, 2024. Campground Jamming is allowed. There will be a few places around the stage where "No Jamming" signs will be posted so it does not cause issues with the competition. However, jamming in the campground and parking lot is allowed. Drugs and alcohol laws will be enforced. No drugs allowed. No open display of alcohol allowed.

Yes, Washington County Park at South Holston Lake accepts online reservations for full hook up camping.

All dogs must be on a leash at all times.

Yes, two within a mile of the Fairgrounds and several others throughout the town of Abingdon. Make your reservations ASAP. Hotels committed to Fiddlers' Rates as of today:​ Quality Inn & Suites, Abingdon, VA 20 Rooms Available $90 + tax. (Ask for the Fiddlers' Convention Rate) Clarion Pointe: Number of rooms 20 Fiddlers Rate $94.00. A code for Fiddlers to book online click HERE Click HERE for a list of hotels and phone numbers in Abingdon, VA Click HERE for a list of bed and breakfasts in town Check out one of our sponsors WELKIN RENTALS for local vacation rentals.

There will be a limited number of hats, t-shirts, and stickers available, so be sure to check out the t-shirt booth as soon as you arrive.

Registration is not required but highly recommended for staff to get a head count being our second year. PRE-REGISTRATION DRAWING A Door Prize will be given away to those that pre-register and compete. Anyone that PRE-REGISTERS BY WEDNESDAY, JUNE 19, 2024 AT 10:00 PM will be entered to WIN. Rules: Skill level does not apply in these drawings. Every time a contestant competes in a category they will be entered to win. Mailing address must be on registration form if you will not be available for awards. Drawing will take place before awards on Saturday night. If awards are not claimed within 30 days, prizes will be forfeited. Registration Form. Spectator RSVP Competition Rules Even if you pre-registered online, everyone has to go to the Welcome Center to get number, etc. ​

Youth = 17 & Under Open = All Ages Youth may compete in open categories and bands on Friday and Saturday, as well as the Youth Competition on Saturday at 10:00 AM.

Yes, it is free to compete. Yes, each person must pay at the gate and have a wristband on the entire time.

2024 3RD ANNUAL ABINGDON, VA OLD-TIME, BLUEGRASS & GOSPEL FIDDLERS’ CONVENTION RULES 1. Adult bands may compete on Friday night, Saturday night, or both nights. If a band competes both nights, the lower score is dropped and the higher score considered for award placement. (1st Place Winners from both Old Time and Bluegrass Bands will be invited to play The Carter Fold between July 2023-June 2024) 2. All contestants will be given a participation award. 3. Individual instrumentalists may have one accompanist. 4. Only acoustic instruments on stage; no electric instruments. 5. No amplified music to be played at any time during the event. 6. By performing, all contestants agree that the sponsor may record and reproduce performances free of claim by the contestants. The sponsor has the right to record and reproduce music played at the convention. The sponsor also has the right to share any photos or videos on social media, websites, and other media outlets. 7. If a contestant breaks a string while performing, they must stop immediately. They will be allowed to replace the string and can perform immediately after restringing. 8. No medleys are allowed in the competition, only individual songs, and tunes. 9. Competitors are limited to two individual competition categories and one band only. Dance competition is open to individuals beyond the limits stated above. On Friday night, bands must exit the stage after competing even if band members are competing in individual competition. Likewise, contestants competing on Friday in individual categories must exit the stage before playing in the band competition. 10. Please list only one contact name and mailing address for Band competitors. If your band wins a monetary prize, a check will be issued in this person’s name. No cash will be distributed. No exceptions. 11. There is a 3-minute time limit for all competition performances. When time expires competitors will be allowed to finish current verse and/or chorus only. 12. Songs and tunes must be part of the public domain or original to the performer only. 13. Violation of the above rules will result in disqualification of the contestant. 14. Adult contestants (individuals and bands) may register at any time on Friday beginning at 4:00 PM. Friday competition will be a mixture of individual and band competitions beginning at 6:00 PM. 15. On Saturday, contestants (individuals and bands) may register from 11:00 AM until 5:00 PM. All individual contestants will perform before 7:00 PM when the adult band competition begins. 16. Youth Competition (for contestants no greater than 17 years old) will be held Saturday, June 22nd. Registration begins at 8:00 AM and Youth Band Registration cutoff will be 9:55 AM. Individual Youth competition will begin at 10:00 AM followed by Youth Band Competition. Youth competitors may also register for adult individual and band competitions. 17. Dance competitors will need to be registered by 5:00 PM, the competition will begin no sooner than 8:00 PM on Saturday, June 22nd. 18. Rules are subject to change without notification. The Judge’s decisions are final. 19. Washington County Fairgrounds does not take responsibility for any stolen property or injury. NEW 2024- BLUEGRASS GOSPEL BAND COMPETITION RULES 1. All contestants will be given a participation award if they have not already receive one on Friday or Saturday. 2. Only acoustic instruments on stage; no electric instruments. 3. By performing, all contestants agree that the sponsor may record and reproduce performances free of claim by the contestants. The sponsor has the right to record and reproduce music played at the convention. The sponsor also has the right to share any photos or videos on social media, websites, and other media outlets. 4. There is a 3-minute time limit for all competition performances. When time expires competitors will be allowed to finish current verse and/or chorus only. 5. Songs and tunes must be part of the public domain or original to the performer only. 6. If a contestant breaks a string while performing, they must stop immediately. They will be allowed to replace the string and can perform immediately after restringing. 7. No medleys are allowed in the competition, only individual songs, and tunes. 8. Please list only one contact name and mailing address for Band competitors. If your band wins a monetary prize, a check will be issued in this person’s name. No cash will be distributed. No exceptions. 9. Violation of the above rules will result in disqualification of the contestant. 10. Contestants (individuals and bands) may register at any time on Sunday beginning right after Fiddlers’ Fellowship is completed. The competition will start at 1:00 PM. 11. Rules are subject to change without notification. The judges’ decisions are final.