The Alleghany County Fiddler’s Convention is proud to present its annual gathering of string musicians, dancers and fans in Sparta, NC. Bluegrass and old time musicians will compete (in no particular order) on Friday night and Saturday afternoon. Then on Saturday night, the top 15 senior bluegrass and top 15 senior old time bands will return to the stage for a hot pickin’ championship playoff!
Thursday, July 17
4 p.m. – Songwriter Circle Jam
Friday, July 18
5 p.m. – Opening entertainment
6 p.m. – Competition for junior and senior bands and individuals
Saturday, July 19
11 a.m. – Competition continues for junior and senior bands and individuals
5:30 p.m. – Dance competition for all age categories, followed by youth awards & special entertainment
7:30 p.m. – Senior band championship playoffs
Around 11:30 p.m. – Presentation of awards
