After more than four decades of Murfreesboro performances, Uncle Dave Macon Days will be collaborating with American Mule and Music Association and relocating to Shelbyville for 2023.
The Macon Music and Mules Festival will take place at the Cooper Steel Arena, 721 Whithorn St., Shelbyville, on the World Famous Tennessee Walking Horse Celebration grounds.
The homage to roots music and traditions runs from Sept. 28 until Oct. 1 from 9 a.m. until 9 p.m. each day.
Attendees can enjoy a plethora of activities such as songwriting workshops, mule competitions and showings, a craft fair and much more. On top of that, guests can nurture their ears with some of the finest bluegrass music in Tennessee all day long.
2022 Heritage Award Winner Uncle Shuffelo and His Haint Hollow Hootenanny will perform on Friday, September 29 at 8 p.m. in Cooper Steel Arena.
Don’t worry about missing church, because on Sunday, Oct. 1, there will be many opportunities for prayer and worship services as well.
Parking is $10 per vehicle, but admission is free; however, donations to support the United Veterans Council of Bedford County are welcomed.
Uncle Dave Macon Days and American Mule and Music Association organizers say they are elated to combine forces to preserve the rich musical history and culture that both organizations deeply honor.
For the full itinerary, musical lineup and more information, visit maconmusicandmules.com.
