Stringbean Memorial Bluegrass Festival

Stringbean Memorial Park is nestled on 25 lush green acres near the Daniel Boone National Forest in Jackson County, Kentucky. The park is @ 30 minutes off I-75 Exit 41, about 1 1/2 hours southeast of Lexington. and 2 hours north of Knoxville.

The festival is held each year during the 3rd week of June in honor of Stringbean Akemon’s birthday on June 17.

Come Rain or Shine! Tent Shelter! Bring your lawn chair and your family!

Concessions available! Kentucky Arts and Crafts!

Camping, Showers, and Bathrooms on grounds!

Alcohol and Drugs are Not Permitted.

If you’d like to be a Vendor and sell food, arts, crafts, etc., please go to our Contact Us Page, and contact Festival Administration. We’ll be happy to talk with you!

The Akemon Family look forward to seeing everyone on a beautiful sunny weekend this June!

“How Sweet It Is!” … at Stringbean Memorial Bluegrass Festival!

Ya’ll come!!