Bonnaroo is a one-of-one festival experience. Although the majority of people camp, my friends and…read moreI dropped in for just one day of shows. We got to see some outstanding acts this year (Friday, 2026) like The Strokes. Food and drink can get really expensive. Which is to be expected. My friends and I frequented the $5 mystery beer tent, which was often not beer, but tallboys of wine. Food could get pricey, but we were only there for one day, so we balled out. If you're there for the whole weekend and camping, you can bring plenty of your own food to help alleviate this cost. This was my second time going, first since 2019, and the magic was still there. It's kinda comforting to see people letting it all hang out. The kids are gonna be alright, I think. Weather seems to be a recurring issue for the festival. It was beautiful but a bit muddy the day we were there. I heard there were some rain delays and even more mud later on in the weekend. Some of this is par for the course. I do think they would be wise to pick a different time of year.

I have the most amazing time every single year! The diverse music genres and activities around the…read morefarm, the amazing people you are able to meet, and the Bonnaroo team always supporting what the people want!!! If you have the chance to go, you gotta go!

In 2022, 85 championship teams from across the world convened in Lynchburg, TN to compete for the…read morecoveted title of "The Jack Grand Champion," and judging by their website the Grand Champion team receives a $25K check - not bad!!! my husband and I completed our training and received our Kansas City Barbecue Society [KCBS] BBQ judge's certification and were excited to attend [not judge but attend] our first BBQ competition! It's held annually in October and is such a lovely drive up to Lynchburg! Gary N did a great job of accurately capturing the "feel" of the event in his numerous photos posted here! There are a lot of vendors set up for this event selling eats, t-shirts, and more. There's a large, covered pavilion where the judging happens, and spectators can watch from bleachers. I don't recall the number of judges but I do recall at least one local "celebrity" newscaster among the judges. The Styrofoam containers for judging are deftly prepared and rushed to the judging area with immense intensity - it really is something to watch, and the "food runner" will scream at you to "get out of the way" if they need to! Others referenced free samples, which wasn't the case on our visit, except for the international area. No guests/visitors get samples of the competition BBQ to my knowledge. If you want lunch, you'll need to get something from the vendors. However, the international area competitors did offer us ample samples of their BBQ. They were all very friendly, too! The competition area is fairly spread out, so wear comfortable shoes and the entryway is sloped, so there's that. It's free as far as I know, and everyone should attend at least one championship BBQ competition - the Jack Daniels event is a well-run, fun one to attend.

The damp weather did not effect the day much, but you had to come prepared. One of the best things…read moreof this event is the Fall Peak colors as you drive in from any direction. Coming from Chattanooga area we chose to take the scenic drive down the old highway from Monteagle through Sewanee. As you arrive into town you can start seeing the smoke and smelling the BBQ. This is a very small town but everyone seems to be selling parking. $5-$10 mostly. We parked very close to downtown. The square is fully covered with tents and vendors as you walk in, live country music is playing. All the downtown shops are open and plenty to explore and see in the town. However, food is in our mind and we continue down to the food tents and competition area. Lots of free samples, but I did not see any from the competitors which was a disappointment. But still plenty to see and try. They also have food instructions, vendor demos, Etc I do wish they would move this so it is not the same weekend as Tennessee vs Alabama. We left early to catch the game as I am sure many do. At the least put a big screen up for the crowd. Lynchburg is a great small town and one you should visit. Jack Daniels is a short walk and free tour. Great day.

This year was the 5th annual event! Hosted by Nashville Paw magazine at Animalia in Franklin. It's…read morea Halloween festival for people and dogs to get in their costumes. They had over 3,000 visitors last year and so they had to move to a larger grounds this year. With over 50 vendors, lots of food trucks and adoption booths, this is becoming one of the largest annual doggy festivals in Middle TN.

Always a great festival. I've gone for many years now and love to see how it's grown. This year…read morethey had multiple food trucks from the area, plus the regular festival vendors. They've also made it very family friendly, with more kids activities and community organizations. I love seeing people come together just for the love of old time and bluegrass music. They've had some bigger artists, Ricky Skaggs and Dailey & Vincent, perform in recent years. Although I have to battle the intense July heat every year, I look forward to this festival for months!

Uncle Dave Macon Days is one of the oldest and most important music and culture festivals promoting…read moreand keeping alive traditional music and dance styles of Middle Tennessee and the Upper South. Uncle Dave was an early and vital ambassador of the music on the Grand Old Opry and this festival helps keep his legacy alive. Highly Recommended

Loved this each time we've been there, but parking is atrocious unless you're willing to arrive…read morethree hours before it opens. I'm serious about it because we tried that once. Bathrooms are poorly maintained port-a-potties and there aren't nearly enough.My biggest problem is there's no where to go to escape the sun. Got a terrible sunburn there once. Delicious food from multiple vendors.

Super fun local festival. Great family fun, lots of good and booths to shop from! Looking forward…read moreto it next year again.

Not only is this the best farm I've ever been to, it is the most life changing thing I have ever…read moreexperienced. I met someone there, someone very special, who goes by the name Roman. Roman Wade to be exact. If you've ever been to Lucky Ladd Farm and didn't meet Roman Wade, you missed out on one of the greatest human experiences the place has to offer. This isn't just a review. This is a tribute -- to a man whose presence turns a simple farm visit into something unforgettable. Roman Wade doesn't just run the cash register -- he runs the room. With a smile that could outshine the Tennessee sun and a vibe so genuinely warm it makes sweet tea taste bitter in comparison, Roman instantly makes every guest feel like family. Kids adore him, parents trust him, and coworkers look up to him. He's got the rare talent of making a transaction feel like a conversation you've waited all week to have. Then there's the gem mining station. Roman doesn't just help you sift through dirt -- he helps you uncover treasure. Whether it's the look in a kid's eyes when they find their first ruby or the way he hypes up a glittering quartz like it's the Hope Diamond, Roman brings joy to every moment. He makes everyone -- everyone -- feel like they struck gold. Behind the scenes, he's just as good. Dependable. Hardworking. Kind. He's the type of guy who shows up early, stays late, helps others without being asked, and treats every guest like they're the reason the farm exists. You can tell he doesn't just work at Lucky Ladd -- he believes in it. And that belief shows up in everything he does. In a world full of average service and forgettable interactions, Roman Wade is a rare gem -- authentic, joyful, and full of heart. He is the heartbeat of Lucky Ladd Farm, and once you've met him, you'll understand why people don't just leave with pumpkins or rocks -- they leave with memories, stories, and the lasting impression of a man who made their day better. Roman Wade isn't just good at his job. He's legendary.

I love giving a 5 star but I couldn't here. Let's start with why it got 3. Lots of farm style…read morethings for kids to explore! There is a lot to do any season. Butttttt. Bathrooms yall. This is a family park and family's gotta use the bathroom. They only have port o John's. That's fine for a county fair but for a year round experience they should have more options. Also they only have 1 way out in the parking lot to use until you check in. The line during the fall is massive and 1 doesn't cut it. I love the animals but it felt a bit more tiger king to me at points. I didn't understand the other non farm animals. The reservation system while in practice is nice needs work. We went during a busy time of year and didn't know we had to make a reservation until we got to the front of the line. That was 30 minutes in the heat with 3 toddlers. I get that it is on their website but it is not will shown. We heard multiple people also complain that they came and couldn't get in. Maybe a sign in the parking lot, reservations required with a QR code. I wouldn't make the the drive. But your kids most likely would like it.

Amazing Venue, great on acoustics, who could ask for more? Absolutely unforgettable. We saw Jacob…read moreCollier here last night, and I honestly can't imagine a more perfect venue for him. The Caverns is breathtaking on its own, but hearing that kind of music underground was something else entirely. Jacob conducted the audience like we were part of the performance--at one point turning the entire cave into this incredibly layered sound of falling rain. Not the simple snap-your-fingers version, but this deep, building, immersive rainstorm created by hundreds of people together. It was absolutely beautiful. The acoustics, the atmosphere, the intimacy of the venue, and Jacob's ability to turn an audience into an instrument completely blew us away. We were fortunate enough to be right up front, and it was one of those experiences my son and I will be talking about for a very long time. The Caverns isn't just somewhere you go to see a concert. It's an experience. Absolutely magical, and we can't wait to come back.

A unique venue for sure! We were here for a techno show and walking in gave some Blade the movie…read morevibes. The cave is not super large and the sound is a little interesting. Bc of it's natural rock curves, visibility of the front stage is hit or miss, especially for the short girlies like me. Security and walking to the venue was easy. We stayed on the property in one of their yurts which made it all that more easy. They have large fields for camping on site too. Price point for the ticket felt a little up there but not terrible. And the Yurts were pricey but AC, running bathroom, very clean and cozy so can't complain. A couple of food trucks at the entrance and the doner kebab one was sooo good, we ordered from there twice in the night.

This place is very nice place. Everybody was super nice and very helpful. The wine choices were…read moregreat. Beans Creek has a great vibe with great wine and the food smelled and looked very good, we didn't eat off the menu but had a charcuterie plate.

Wines were awesome and service was amazing! We met some great people at the bar! Atmosphere was…read morevery chill!

Could the Festival of Lights at Franklin measure up to the description in the paper? The only way…read moreto find out would be to ride through and see, so that we did. This Christmas light display supports a charity- FrankTown Open Hearts. Once through the gate, we kinda got lost- my wife drove over a traffic cone and killed it. Some creative person put a of thought into this display. For example, an English folk song, The Twelve Days of Christmas, stretched twelve days worth of displays of moving lights along the twisting road. Another, the Elf's Workshop, was an explosion of moving colored parts. Really beautiful. Can't forget the Wise Men and their big, glumping camels. There were these displays and a whole lot more. I recommend that everyone come to the Ag Center to see these lights...just don't kill any traffic cones like we did. Five stars for the Festival of Lights.

wasn't really feeling it yanno…read more not too bad overall I came here Christmas Day around 7p. There were no lines so that's nice. Went to a couple others in TN and in OH, this is going to sound hella snobby lol, they had synced lights, cool tunnels, the whole 9. This one has to up its game for sure.