Live Music

Fiddlers’ Contest

About the Event

Fiddlers of all ages are invited to participate in a lively and friendly competition.

Categories & Awards

Little Britches (Ages 10 & Under):

  • 1st Place — $275
  • 2nd Place — $225
  • 3rd Place — $175
  • 4th Place — $125

Junior (Ages 11-17):

  • 1st Place — $275
  • 2nd Place — $225
  • 3rd Place — $175
  • 4th Place — $125

Old Timers (Ages 62 & Over):

  • 1st Place — $275
  • 2nd Place — $225
  • 3rd Place — $175
  • 4th Place — $125

Open (Open to All):

  • 1st Place — $275
  • 2nd Place — $225
  • 3rd Place — $175
  • 4th Place — $125

No-Holds Barred (Open to All):

  • 1st Place — $1,000
  • 2nd Place — $500
  • 3rd Place — $250
Divisions
Eligibility & Rules

Little Britches (Ages 10 & Under):

  1. Hoedown
  2. Waltz
  3. Tune of Choice

Junior (Ages 11-17):

  1. Hoedown
  2. Waltz
  3. Tune of Choice

Old Timers (Ages 62 & Over):

  1. Hoedown
  2. Waltz
  3. Tune of Choice

Open (Open to All):

  1. Hoedown
  2. Waltz
  3. Tune of Choice

No-Holds Barred (Open to All):

  1. One tune, any tempo, any style
Participant Information

Event Details

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Wado to everyone who came out to celebrate this year’s event. We’ll see you next year!

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Cherokee National Holiday Fiddlers Contest
August 30, 2025 at
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