Dancing Bear Lodge to host bluegrass concerts
March 30, 2023

Will feature Sam Bush & Band on April 27th &
The Travelin’ McCourys on July 6th

Entertainment venue at Dancing Bear Lodge; courtesy image

TOWNSEND, TN -- Dancing Bear Lodge & Appalachian Bistro announces plans for two outdoor concert events this spring and summer. Concert attendees will enjoy live bluegrass music on Dancing Bear Lodge’s outdoor lawn while enjoying the beauty of the Great Smoky Mountains.

On Thursday, April 27th, celebrated American mandolinist and 3-time Grammy award-winner, Sam Bush, and his Band will perform on the outdoor stage at Dancing Bear. A member of the International Bluegrass Music Hall of Fame, Sam Bush’s progressive approach to bluegrass music earned him the title “Father of Newgrass.” The Travelin’ McCourys will jam on the Dancing Bear lawn on Thursday, July 6th. The Nashville-based bluegrass band includes impressive sounds from the group’s fiddle, mandolin, banjo, bass, and guitar.

Concert goers also have the option to purchase access to a pre-concert dinner prepared by Dancing Bear Appalachian Bistro’s culinary team. The Appalachian Harvest Meal will be served buffet style immediately prior to the concert, and will include a bounty of seasonal dishes.

Each concert is family friendly and open to the public with ticket purchase. All seating is general admission on the property’s lawn directly in front of the outdoor stage, providing an intimate concert experience where every seat is a good seat. Chairs will be provided to attendees; additional picnic blankets are welcome. No outside chairs, food or beverages permitted. On-site parking is available.

Ticket package options include:
● Ticket Only - Doors open at 7PM. Parking will be available at the Apple Valley Mountain Village.
● VIP Tickets - For VIP ticket holders, doors open at 6PM to enjoy the Appalachian Harvest Meal. VIP tickets also include on-property parking.
● Cabin Guests - All Lodge guests staying on-site that night will enjoy concert access, dinner prepared by Executive Chef Jeff Carter and his culinary team.

Prices vary per ticket. For more information or to purchase tickets, please visit dancingbearlodge.com.