MerleFest
Since 1978 – Americana music celebration hosted by Doc & Richard Watson in memory of Eddy Merle Watson. Come and join the 80,000+ folks who attend this 4 day event each year starting on the last Thursday in April. Crafts, food, dance, and family activities. Visit our website for tickets & information.
US 421 to exit #286B onto NC 268 West to Wilkes Community College. Festival is held on the entire campus.
Dates, Location & Info
- Dates
- Apr 9 – Apr 12
- Address
- WCC Campus
- Phone
- 800-343-7857
- [email protected]
- Website
- www.merlefest.org
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