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Smoky Mountain Bluegrass Festival

Maggie Valley Festival Grounds 3422 Soco Road, Maggie Valley

The Smoky Mountains Bluegrass Festival brings world-class bluegrass music to the heart of Western North Carolina. Hosted by Haywood Arts, this annual fall tradition combines soulful strings, Appalachian roots, and mountain hospitality for an unforgettable day of live performances. Whether [...]

The Blaxcotsman aka Mike Ogletree

Meadowlark Motel 2878 Soco Rd, Maggie Valley

The Blaxcotsman (aka Mike Ogletree) was born and grew up in Scotland. His mother was a Scottish woman and his father, an African/American, was from Birmingham, Alabama. The blend of these cultural influences over time has given him a unique [...]