Fest returns Sept 2023
Less than one month after the 2022 event, Pilgrimage Festival is announcing its dates for next year. The annual event returns to Franklin, TN on September 23 and 24, 2023. Lineup and additional information will be revealed at a later date.
The family-friendly event features a diverse lineup of world-class musical talent, eats at the Farm-to-Turntable Food Truck Park, drinks at the Craft Beer Hall and wares from local artisans and retailers in Makers Village.
The 2022 edition featured headlining sets by Chris Stapleton, Brandi Carlile, Jon Batiste and The Avett Brothers leading the diverse bill. Other performers included Lake Street Dive, Elle King, Lennon Stella, Trampled by Turtles, Dawes, Better Than Ezra, Marty Stuart, Celisse, Molly Tuttle & Golden Highway, Butch Walker, Black Joe Lewis, Adia Victoria, Bones Owens, Brittney Spencer, Jensen McRae and many more across five stages.
Founded by Better Than Ezra singer and Franklin resident Kevin Griffin, W. Brandt Wood and Michael Whelan, Pilgrimage is dedicated to supporting local creators of all kinds including chefs, artisans, jewelers, brewers and more. Beyond music, Pilgrimage Festival features historic music cities sharing their stories at the Americana Music Triangle Experience, local craftsman selling their wares in Makers Village, a food truck park with 16 of the area’s best culinary offerings on wheels, 30 beers on tap at the Craft Beer Hall and Pilgrimage Festival’s Culinary Program, which boasts over 40 local and regional restaurants and cafes.
