Looking Forward to Hemlockfest 2024

Unfortunately, we have been unsuccessful in locating a suitable venue for 2023. The organizing team is currently evaluating a venue near Dahlonega, with the hope that we can be ready for an awesome event in November 2024. We will be sending out calls for assistance to develop the property via email to the Lumpkin Coalition …

Calling all volunteers! Help out with a great cause!

The HemlockFest crew is still in need of volunteers to help with setup, during the festival, and post festival. Enjoy a full weekend of music and fun, including camping, for only $50 (a $125 ticket value) in exchange for one six-hour shift. Such a deal! We also offer college students further discounts. See the volunteer …

Mature Chestnut Tree

HemlockFest Also Supports Restoration of the American Chestnut

One really cool aspect of HemlockFest is the support the festival provides to restoration efforts for the American chestnut. So, what’s that about? Chestnuts? Until about 80 years ago, American chestnuts were one of the dominant hardwoods in the eastern forest. It’s estimated that 25% of hardwoods were chestnuts, from Maine to Georgia. Chestnuts were …