The week-long Old Fiddlers Convention takes place in Felts Park the 2nd week of August each year, presented by Galax Moose Lodge #733. Musicians and fans from around the world come to perform and hear music on stage and in the campgrounds. It is the world’s oldest and largest fiddlers convention, started in 1935. Read more...

Historically a center for furniture manufacturing, Galax, Virginia is also known as a center of traditional old-time music and musicians.  In 1940, the town of Galax was excited when the historic Rex Theater first opened it’s doors and the public rushed in. Operating as the only movie theater in the twin county area, many area youngsters and families grew up Read more...

The Blue Ridge Music Center celebrates the music and musicians of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Each spring, summer, and fall, we welcome thousands of visitors to enjoy some of the region’s finest traditional music, including bluegrass, old-time, folk, Americana, country blues, and gospel. Guests are invited to delight in performances, exhibits, jams, and take a walk on our hiking trails. Read more...