This Event is Hosted by: The Town of Payson
Fiddle and Food Truck Festival
September 20th-22nd, 2024
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Event Details
Payson is proud to host Arizona’s State Fiddling Championship for the 54th year. Come one, come all and enjoy the musical offerings of Arizona’s most talented fiddlers. From the youngest (small fry) to the eldest (senior), we’re sure that you will be delighted by their talent. Bring the family and lawn chairs and join us at Green Valley Park for a truly enjoyable weekend full of music and amazing food trucks. Divisions will go in order, times not guaranteed.
When
September 20th @ 6pm
September 21st @ 9am
September 22nd @ 9am
Where
Green Valley Park
Register for this Event
Registration is open. Please click the link below and go to special events to register for the fiddle contest.
Vendor Opportunities
We are gladly accepting vendors for this event. If you are interested in being a vendor at a Town of Payson Event, please visit the link before for vendor request form.
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All Performances are FREE to the public.
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 20th
Desert King Band
Green Valley Park | Free Admission
6pm-8pm
Doug Deatherage, also known as “The fiddler” won the Arizona Country Music Associations National Instrumentalist of the Year in 1993 and 1994. Under the leadership of Doug Deatherage , the Desert Knights band won Arizona country music associations vocal group of the year 1993/94 and 1st place in the Payson country music festival in 1989. Doug Deatherage has opened up for country greats such as Toby Keith, Doug Stone, Tracy Lawrence, Jerry Reed, Waylon Jennings, The Dixie Chicks and has worked with country music’s hall of fame Hank Thompson and David Frizzell.
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 21st
Mamma Coal feat. Twin Fiddlers Nick Coventy and Joe Lessard
Green Valley Park | Free Admission
Evening Performance *time based on how contest proceeds
Tucson country artist Mamma Coal’s band will feature twin fiddlers Nick Coventry (of The Tucsonics and Black Market Trust) and Joe Lessard (of Head for the Hills), along with Alvin Blaine on guitar, dobro and banjo, Arthur Vint on drums and Ed Friedland on bass. Their first set will feature many songs to showcase the twin fiddle sound including covers of Patsy Cline and Bob Wills. Mamma Coal’s original album Dance Hall Crush climbed into the top 50 on the national Americana chart and she will share several of those tunes as well (which also feature fiddle!) The band will play two additional sets of great country music for two-stepping, waltzing and line dancing. Mamma Coal has opened for Dwight Yoakam, Lainey Wilson and Josh Turner. She is thrilled to be part of this historic Arizona event!
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 21
Fiddle Festival
Green Valley Park | Free Admission
Join us at Green Valley Park for a free, fun family day full of fiddlin’ music. Food Truck vendors will be on site.
Note: Divisions and Competition categories may appear earlier or later than the time expressed on the schedule based on participation. Times are not guaranteed.
J.W. & Vertielee Floyd Memorial – Arizona State Championship
Contest begins at 9:00am
Come one, come all and enjoy the musical offerings of Arizona’s most talented fiddlers. From the youngest (small fry) to the eldest (senior), we’re sure that you will be delighted by their talent. Bring the family and some chairs and join us at Green Valley Park for a truly enjoyable afternoon full of music and sunshine. Divisions will go in order, times not guaranteed.
9:00am | Introductions & National Anthem
Contest Divisions:
Small Fry Division (ages 8 and under)
Junior Junior Division (ages 9-12)
Junior Division (ages 13-17)
*10-Minute Break*
Young Adult Division (ages 18-39)
Senior Division (ages 65+)
Adult Division (ages 40-64)
*10-Minute Break*
2:00 pm
Twin Competition
3:00 pm
Trick Competition
4:00pm
Band Competition
Awards Annnouncement/Tie Breaker for Young Adult, Senior, and Adult Division
Above events are free for spectators. Fiddle Contest participants can register at the below button.
Fiddle Festivities Continue
Beginning at APPROX. 5pm | Green Valley Park
Free Concert available to the public.
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 22
Fiddle Festival
Green Valley Park | Free Admission
Join us at Green Valley Park for a free, fun family day full of fiddlin’ music. Food Truck vendors will be on site.
Note: Divisions and Competition categories may appear earlier or later than the time expressed on the schedule based on participation. Times are not guaranteed.
J.W. & Vertielee Floyd Memorial – Arizona State Championship
Contest begins at 10:00am
10:00 am | Introductions to Grand Champion Division – Round 1
Open Talent Competition
11:00 am | Grand Champion Division Round 2
Awards Announcement and Pictures
Above events are free for spectators. Fiddle Contest participants can register at the below button.
SAVORY
Culvers
K Star BBQ
The Huntress
Bento Guy
Charmco Pizza
Philly Up
Rock n Rollz
Tamale King
DESSERTS
& SNACKS
Cool Treats
Kona Ice
Koffee Koach
Kabobski
Sweet and Sassy Eats
Kiwanis Club is proud to host this years beer and wine garden. Proceeds benefit youth in the local community through various programs and scholarships.
Event Safety Information
No Alcohol or Smoking
There will be no alcohol or smoking allowed at Green Valley Park. This rule is strictly enforced by staff and Law Enforcement. Violators may be asked to leave the Park and/or face charges.
§ 93.12 Parks and Natural Areas Criminal Conduct
No Ground Stakes
We encourage you to bring shade if desired, however, weighing down canopies is mandatory. (If you do not have your canopy properly weighed down, you will be asked to take it down for safety reasons).
Staking is not allowed in the park. If you bring a canopy, please be prepared to weigh it down with sand or another weight.
§93.04 Usage Rules (G)
No Charcoal Grills
Charcoal Grills are not allowed on Town Property.
§ 93.04 Usage Rules (I)
This event is proudly put on by our Payson Parks and Recreation Department. For questions and to follow our updates, please follow our social media accounts or reach out to our office.
928-472-5110 | [email protected] | 1000 W. Country Club Dr. Payson, AZ
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FAQ
Will there be food?
Where do I park?
What should we bring?
To enjoy this weekend to its fullest, be sure to bring sunscreen, plenty of water, chairs or blankets, and shade!
Weighing down canopies is mandatory. (If you do not have your canopy properly weighed down, you will be asked to take it down for safety reasons). Staking is not allowed in the park. If you bring a canopy, please be prepared to weigh it down with sand or another weight. Stakes cannot be used.
PUBLIC NOTICES
- Dogs are welcome as long as they are mild-mannered. Town ordinances require that they must be leashed at all times.
- Public consumption of alcohol is prohibited in the park and at all listed events.
- Staking is not allowed in the park. If you bring a canopy, please be prepared to weigh it down with sand or another weight. Stakes cannot be used.
- Charcoal or Wood Grills are not allowed during the event within Green Valley Park.
Please help us keep our park beautiful and other spectators safe.
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Phone | (928) 472-5110
Email | [email protected]
1000 W. Country Club Dr.
Payson, AZ 85541
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Payson, AZ 85541
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