Get Ready to Pick and Grin at the 2025 Mountain View Bluegrass Festival!
If foot-stompin’ fiddle tunes, banjo breakdowns, and sweet harmonies make your heart sing, then pack your bags and head to Mountain View, Arkansas for the 2025 Mountain View Bluegrass Festival! This twice-a-year musical extravaganza is set to light up the Ozark hills March 6-8 and November 6-8, 2025, bringing together some of the finest bluegrass pickers in the country.
Why Mountain View?
Known as the “Folk Music Capital of the World,” Mountain View is more than just a festival destination—it’s a way of life. Walk through town on any given evening, and you’ll likely hear a spontaneous jam session happening on a porch, in a park, or right on the courthouse square. When festival weekend rolls around, the entire town becomes one big celebration of music, tradition, and good old-fashioned fun.
The Main Event: Ozark Folk Center State Park
The Ozark Folk Center State Park is the official festival venue, featuring a 1,000-seat theater that hosts back-to-back performances from some of the best bluegrass acts around. Expect legendary groups like Russell Moore & IIIrd Tyme Out, the powerhouse harmonies of Authentic Unlimited, and the world-class picking of Kenny Smith. Whether you’re a die-hard fan or just discovering bluegrass, these performances will have you clapping, dancing, and maybe even shedding a nostalgic tear.
More Than Just Music
The Mountain View Bluegrass Festival isn’t just about watching pros on stage—it’s about getting involved! Between sets, grab your instrument and join a jam session. (New to bluegrass? Don’t worry—Mountain View folks love helping newcomers learn the ropes!)
Beyond the music, you can:
• Explore downtown Mountain View – Check out local craft shops, antique stores, and tasty diner all located on the square.
• Visit Blanchard Springs Caverns – A stunning underground world of waterfalls and rock formations.
• Float the White River – Cast a line and reel in a trout after having lunch at Angler’s on the river.
• Eat like a local – Try The Rusty Cup nestled downtown on the square.
Where to Stay?
Mountain View has plenty of cabins, bed & breakfasts, and campgrounds, but festival weekends get busy—so book early! If you’re feeling adventurous, consider a cozy cabin in the woods for the full Ozark experience.
Mark Your Calendar!
Whether you’re a bluegrass veteran or a curious first-timer, the 2025 Mountain View Bluegrass Festival promises a weekend filled with music, laughter, and unforgettable memories. So grab your banjo, dust off your dancing shoes, and get ready for a toe-tappin’ good time in the heart of the Ozarks!
For tickets and full event details, visit mountainviewbluegrass.com. See you in Mountain View!
Karin Huffman is an Independence County native who graduated from Cushman High School in 1996. Traveling throughout the state is one of her passions, along with writing about her adventures.
Taking over as travel writer for the Ozark Gateway Region is a dream come true for Huffman who lives in the region with her two daughters, Grace and Stella.
As a family, they enjoy canoeing the Poke Bayou, Salado Creek and the many waterways along the White River in Independence County. Camping and hiking throughout the region is a must for them in the spring and fall as well.
Huffman is an avid nature photographer who will do just about anything to find the perfect waterfall shot, and has visited many in the great state. From Twin Falls and the Richland Creek area in Northwest Arkansas to little known places off the beaten path, waterfalls will be found.
Huffman has been a travel writer for the Eye on Independence Magazine as well as a staff writer for the Batesville Guard, and is looking forward to devoting her time to traveling throughout the eight county region that the Ozark Gateway offers.
If you would like to contact Huffman about an adventure or would like to know how to get more information out about your area, contact her at 870-307-5473, karinhuffman78@gmail.com or karinozarkgateway@sbcglobal.net.