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3 Sisters Bluegrass Festival 2017: Full Lineup and Event Details in Chattanooga

Chattanooga, the Scenic City, is establishing itself as a premier music destination attracting visitors worldwide. The acclaimed 3 Sisters Bluegrass Festival returns to the Riverfront on October 6-7 for its 11th annual edition, delivering authentic toe-tapping bluegrass music and entertainment.

Don't miss this highlight of Chattanooga's music scene. Explore the star-studded lineup below:

 

3 Sisters Bluegrass Festival 2017: Full Lineup and Event Details in ChattanoogaFriday, October 6

The Dismembered Tennesseans: 6pm
Formed at Chattanooga’s McCallie School in 1945, Fletcher Bright and the band deliver bluegrass true to its Southern roots.

The Stray Birds: 6:50pm
Maya de Vitry and Oliver Craven launched The Stray Birds in 2010 after captivating acoustic jam sessions. The full band soon followed, creating musical history.

The Jeff Austin Band: 8:10pm
Known for infectious energy, The Jeff Austin Band gets crowds moving with their dynamic stage presence.

Del McCoury Band: 9:30pm
The most awarded bluegrass band ever, with multiple Grammys and 9 International Bluegrass Music Association Entertainer of the Year honors. Experience pure Appalachian joy.

 

3 Sisters Bluegrass Festival 2017: Full Lineup and Event Details in ChattanoogaSaturday, October 7

The Lone Mountain Band: 12pm
This duo blends traditional and modern bluegrass for a distinctive sound.

Bluetastic Fangrass: 1pm
Bringing bluegrass, swing, and Delta blues to Chattanooga's vibrant music scene.

Hamilton County Ramblers: 2pm
Local Chattanooga favorites offering a fresh mix of traditional and contemporary bluegrass.

Berklee College of Music Fiddlers: 3pm
Elite performers from Boston's prestigious Berklee College, showcasing world-class talent.

 

Molly Tuttle Band: 4pm
A prodigy who recorded her first album at 13, Molly Tuttle's versatile bluegrass is unmissable.

 

Bryan Sutton: 5:30pm
Grammy-winning Nashville guitarist and one of the finest acoustic players of his generation.

The Kruger Brothers: 7pm
Swiss-born brothers who honed their Appalachian style in North Carolina's Blue Ridge Mountains.
 

Sam Bush: 8:30pm
Sam Bush's joyful mandolin mastery and lighthearted vibe promise pure happiness.

 

Festival and artist merchandise available on-site. Enjoy food from local trucks, beer, wine, whiskey, and non-alcoholic options. Bring lawn chairs or blankets; no outside food or drinks permitted.

 

Sponsored by Fletcher Bright Realty and the City of Chattanooga, produced by Chattanooga Presents. For more information, click here.

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