Silver dollar city bluegrass festival 2022

Bluegrass & BBQ Festival returns to Silver Dollar City from May 4-30, 2022, with traditional and contemporary sounds, savory smells, and sumptuous barbecue.

Silver dollar city bluegrass festival 2022
Photos courtesy of Silver Dollar City

More than 50 musical groups will bring the sound of bluegrass to the Ozarks, backed by the tantalizing scents produced by BBQ pitmasters as the festival returns to the Branson, Mo. park for its 18th season.

Silver Dollar City calls 2022 their “Biggest Entertainment Year Ever,” and the festival is part of that historic lineup.

During the event, stages will be set up throughout The City area of the park, and will host award-winning musical groups and family bands playing both traditional and contemporary tunes.

New artists and long-time “downhome fiddlers” include Grammy award winners such as Rhonda Vincent & The Rage, and Daily & Vincent, as well as 2022 SPBGMA Band and Gospel Group of the Year, Joe Mullins & The Radio Ramblers.

Silver dollar city bluegrass festival 2022
Rhonda Vincent & The Rage
Silver dollar city bluegrass festival 2022
Daily & Vincent

Bluegrass goes best with barbeque, and pitmasters will be on hand in “BBQ Central,” located throughout Rivertown. Dishes include the Smokehouse’s slow-smoked brisket, which spends 10-16 hours in a custom smoker reaching maximum juiciness and flavor, along with traditional favorites such as ribs, pulled pork, and chicken.

Silver dollar city bluegrass festival 2022
Silver dollar city bluegrass festival 2022

Make the most of the festival with a Bluegrass & BBQ Tasting Passport, which features BBQ brisket bowls, BBQ pulled pork bowls, grilled smoked brisket sausage, BBQ nachos, smokey BBQ pork pizza, and newcomer twice baked peach bread pudding.

Silver dollar city bluegrass festival 2022
Silver dollar city bluegrass festival 2022

On May 28, 2022, Silver Dollar City will hold the 20th Annual Youth in Bluegrass Band Contest in support of new and rising stars from around the nation. Aspiring musicians will compete for a grand prize, bragging rights, and a performance at Silver Dollar City.

For more information visit SilverDollarCity.com.


Silver Dollar City's Biggest Year of Entertainment Events

Silver dollar city bluegrass festival 2022

What day does Silver Dollar City Open in 2022?

Silver Dollar City is gearing up for their biggest entertainment year ever, as they announce dates for their 2022 festivals and events. The 1880s-style theme park opens for the 2022 season on Wednesday, March 16, with Spring Ride Days for the first of their scheduled 10 world-class festivals and events.

What days are Silver Dollar City closed?

In the spring, fall and winter months, SDC is closed most Mondays and Tuesdays. Opening hours vary by season. From March to October, Silver Dollar opens at 8:30 a.m. for breakfast. The normal closing time is between 6:00-7:00 p.m., and the park stays open later for special events.

What is Silver Dollar City Kids Fest?

The National KidsFest in Branson, MO provides visitors with all of the great attractions at Silver Dollar City, plus the bonus of special activities and exhibits to capture the imagination of children throughout the summer.

How long are the Christmas lights up at Silver Dollar City?

This year, Silver Dollar City's An Old Time Christmas® is a four-time winner of a USA Today 10 Best Readers' Choice poll for the nation's Best Theme Park Holiday Event. Christmas in Midtown and An Old Time Christmas at Silver Dollar City is open November 5 - December 30, 2022.