Old Fiddlers Reunion

About

The Old Fiddlers Reunion is the longest-running fiddle contest in Texas, hosting fiddlers and fans from all over the United States since 1932. Held in Athens on the Henderson County Courthouse Square, the festival brings together the Lone Star Fiddle Championship, street dances, arts & craft vendors, a classic car show, fair foods, and armadillo races. The event is free. The fiddle contest features all-ages divisions with over $10,000 in prize money. Established crowd drawn by deep East Texas music heritage; vendor market runs alongside strong foot traffic from multi-generational families and serious musicians.

Details

Type

Festival

Season / Event Date(s)

April 2027

Venue

Downtown Athens square

Tags

• live-music
• vendor-market
• car-show
• annual