Bear on the Square Mountain Festival

Event Description

Bear on the Square, an authentic Appalachian Heritage Festival featuring bluegrass and old-time music, celebrates its 28th year in Dahlonega.

In addition to the musicians in the MainStage tent and jamming around the Historic Square, the festival includes a juried Artists Market Place, featuring traditional mountain crafts, storytelling, free music workshops and demonstrations, wine and beer, a Sunday Gospel Jam, children’s activities, dancing and more.

All events are free except for the opening night fundraiser featuring Lonesome River Band in concert April 17.

Venue Name
Dahlonega Historic Public Square
1 Public Square
Dahlonega
Georgia