ONEIDA, Tenn. — The Haunting in the Hills Storytelling Festival makes its return to Big South Fork on Sept. 21 with a fun-filled day of crafts and music at the Bandy Creek Visitors Center.
"Picture this: It's a crisp September morning, and the sun begins its ascent over the scenic Bandy Creek Field. The stage is set for a day that promises to captivate your imagination and ignite your creativity," the National Park Service said. "On Saturday, September 21, 2024 the Storytelling Festival returns to the stunning Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area, and you're invited to be part of this enchanting experience."
The NPS invites everyone to join thousands of fellow festival-goers as they transform the area into a "vibrant tapestry of music, crafts and more" for its 32nd annual festival.
The event begins at 8 a.m. with a bird walk, followed by a variety of events such as a workshop and "Ol' Timey Toys."
The full event schedule can be seen on NPS' website, with the main tent lineup starting at 11 a.m.
The event will have featured storytellers such as Kucha Brownlee and Baba Tony Brown. There will also be a variety of "Musicians Weaving Stories."
"Experience an exhilarating lineup of live performances that showcase the incredible talent of our region," NPS said. "From the soulful strains of bluegrass to the rich, evocative melodies of traditional Appalachian tunes, our diverse array of genres will captivate and inspire."
There is no charge to attend the event, but there will be food vendors.
