MerleFest 2027
Plan MerleFest 2027: April 29, 2027–May 2, 2027 in Wilkes Community College · Wilkesboro, NC. Get camping, tickets, arrival and transportation, accessibility…
MerleFest 2027 quick answers
- When is MerleFest 2027?
- April 29, 2027–May 2, 2027
- Where is MerleFest 2027?
- Wilkes Community College · Wilkesboro, NC
- How long is MerleFest 2027?
- 4 days
- Is camping available?
- Yes — check the current campground and pass rules.
Dates: April 29, 2027–May 2, 2027
Location: Wilkes Community College · Wilkesboro, NC
Festival fit: music, roots, family, community
Camping: MerleFest ticket holders can use official/partner camping options including River's Edge Campground; volunteers receive a camping discount rather than includ…
Transportation: Festival parking is managed around Wilkesboro with shuttle connections to campus. ADA parking is available at Lot H with accessible shuttles.
Tickets: 2027 tickets go on sale November 10, 2026. Products include 4-day reserved/general admission, 3-day GA, single-day tickets and separate parking passes. Ticke…
Accessibility: MerleFest publishes ADA seating, accessible parking and ADA-equipped shuttle support. Guests needing accessible seating are encouraged to contact the ticket…
Weather prep: MerleFest is an outdoor spring event in the North Carolina foothills. Prepare for rain, sun and changing temperatures across a four-day campus festival.
Offline prep: Save your ticket/wristband details, parking lot assignment, shuttle plan and campground reservation before traveling to Wilkesboro.
Ways to participate: volunteer, vendor, media
Field Guide: MerleFest 2027: Tickets, Camping, Shuttles & Volunteer Guide
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