The Big Ears 2027 schedule is now available, with performance dates, times, and venues across downtown Knoxville. Explore the schedule on our website, or download the Big Ears App for an easy-to-navigate timetable as you begin planning your weekend. There’s plenty more to come in the weeks ahead, including additional artist announcements, film screenings, panel discussions, and other special programming.

A limited number of VIP and Premier passes remain available, alongside our 4-Day and Single-Day options. Now is a great time to secure yours before they’re gone.

Alongside the many performances included with your festival pass, four concerts will offer reserved seating for some of the most anticipated artists on the 2027 lineup. These Separately Ticketed Concerts give audiences the opportunity to enjoy a full performance in a dedicated seat, with pass holders receiving preferred pricing and early access. Public on-sale opens November 12 at 9:00 AM ET.

Big Ears 2027 takes place April 1–4 in downtown Knoxville, Tennessee. We hope to see you there.

Thu, Apr 1 / Gillian Welch & David Rawlings play Grateful Dead Acoustic Reckoning @ Tennessee Theatre

Fri, Apr 2 / Nathaniel Rateliff @ Knoxville Civic Auditorium

Sat, Apr 3 / The Roots @ Knoxville Civic Auditorium

Sun, Apr 4 / Norah Jones @ Knoxville Civic Auditorium