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This has been true for a while, but even more so in the last few yearswith a spike in fear, anxiety, and depression of epic proportions around world. There has never been a time in recent history where homesteading skills have been
more needed and relevant than right now.
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The world has never been so connected via the internet, yet somehow, we are more disconnected from each other than ever before.
As our lives become more complicated,something inside us longs to simplify:To get back to the land and get our hands in the dirt, to get our hearts in what really matters in life.
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In the last few years we've all seen empty grocery store shelves, and all across the country, people worry...
What does our future look like?
THE HOMESTEAD FESTIVAL
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2024 SPONSORS
The Homestead Festival
would not be possible without the help of our sponsors.
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to become a sponsor, contact us at
info@thehomesteadfestival.com
For More Info See "Be A Sponsor" Below
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Adult General Admission
$75.00
Purchase of a General Admission pass providesyou access to all speakers, vendors, demos, and music during both days of the festival (except designatedVIP, GA+, speaker, and media areas).
General Admission Plus
$249.00
Includes all the perks of General Admission, plusaccess to the GA+ Tentwhichis airconditionedwith seatingandupgradedGA+ restrooms.
VIP Pass
$449.00
Includes all the perks of General Admission +, Complimentary Breakfast both days, a scheduled meet and greet with speakers, access to Homestead Hall with restrooms, air conditioning, and complimentary snacks. VIP Pass holders also havereserved seating at concerts and speaker events, plus designated VIP Parking
ALL PASSES INCLUDE:
-Access to our "Makers Corner" filled with hands-on demonstrations
-The "Homestead MarketPlace" with 100+ vendors
-Access to Food Trucks and Vendors FOR PURCHASE!
-Live music withnightly concerts
-Speaker tents and classes
-Daily demonstrations
-Passes are for full 2-dayWeekend
- SINGLE DAY PASSES ARE NOT AVAILABLE
-Event is rain or shine and NON- Refundable
-Lawn chairs and coolers are not required, but are welcome
(note alcoholic beverages are prohibited)
TICKET PRICES
This two-day event will be a greatopportunity to meet current and potential new customers first-hand and showcase your business to all those attending. Learn more by clicking picture below.
Be a Sponsor
For the past two years, we have had more than5,000 people gather at our Homestead Festival.This year we're hoping for even more attendees. If you would like to be a vendor you can learn more by clicking the link above or the image below.
Every year we seek out friends and family to help us with the many tasks required toput on the festival. We are always looking for newfriends to help.If you would like tovolunteerthis year, please sign up by clicking the picture below.
Would you like to be a part of this year's festival?
Get Involved
Just a few years ago, we were right where you are...
Blessed tohave the house we live in and the life we live, but longing for a home that means more. Not more things, but more of the 'good stuff.' The things that money can't buy.
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My wife Joey and I started putting down new roots and building a more sustainable life...living on a farm andturning our house into a home.
From the simple act of putting seeds in the soil, our homestead has become a thriving source of life and love for my family andmany of our friends.
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Come join us at the The Homestead Festival in our 100-acre backyard.
Here at our farm an hour south ofNashville,we’re bringing togethersomeof the most influential speakers, teachers,and musicians
for a two-day event where you can learn not only how to grow your own food, but
learn how to grow a life filled with meaning and purpose.
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The Entertainment
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Music on the Big Stage each eveningby Rory and some of his favorite singers, songwriters and storytellers.
-ARTISTS BELOW-
Rory Feek& Friends
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Musicians to be announced!
June 6th& 7th2025
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Have you always wanted to learn to...
grow your own food, raise chickens, or milk a cow...
harvest, cook, can, and preserve...
have babies at home, or homeschool them as they grow...
keep bees or start a flower garden...
build a more sustainable life?
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Got Questions? Check out our FAQ Page Here
June 6th & 7th, 2025
Passes available September 1, 2024.
2024 EARLY BIRD PASSES
AVAILABLE AT$99 FOR
*TICKET PRICES WILL INCREASE ON JAN 1ST TO $129.00 AND THEN TO $149.00 ON APRIL 1ST