BE 2026

“The feelings evoked…approached the realm of the spiritual” –ARTNEWS

Steve Dollar of ARTNEWS affirmed that Big Ears, “reconsiders the terms by which experimental music can be presented to an eager, sophisticated audience compelled by seemingly errant tangents of art- and music-making.” The piece delves deeply into the “why” and “what” of Big Ears Festival, praising its “playful amorphousness” and “distinct user-friendliness.” Explore the full review here.

BIG EARS
03.26_03.29.26
Knoxville, TN · USA

Festival

Learn more about what The New York Times calls “one of the world’s greatest music bashes.”

Support

Be part of what makes Big Ears possible—give, volunteer, shop, or support emerging artists through scholarship to keep the music and mission alive.

Connect

Discover, learn, and get in touch—connect with Big Ears through stories, updates, and the people behind the festival.

Beyond

Explore ideas, concerts, and collaborations that take Big Ears beyond the festival stage.