45th Annual National Storytelling Festival

Make plans now to attend the 45th annual National Storytelling Festival, October 6-8, 2017 in historic Jonesborough, Tennessee!  Beginning on the first Friday in October each year, this world renowned, 3-day event celebrates storytelling at its most magical.

View a Map of the Festival Grounds
View the 2017 Festival Brochure to see how things work.

View ticket packages and prices or purchase tickets here.

Featured Tellers

Travel Info

Find your way to and around Jonesborough, TN.

Group Tickets

History

Learn how it all began 43 years ago.

Special Events

Other events during the Festival weekend.

Lodging

Make reservations as early as possible