Videos from Our 2022 Festival

Our thanks to Patrick Murphy-Racey for these videos from our 2022 Festival which will introduce you to Howard and the Festival in a new way.

• The accomplished James "Sparky" Rucker, who knew Howard Armstrong, discusses Howard Armstrong's legacy and immense influence which continues through today.

• Louie Bluie Music and Arts Festival Program Committee Co-Chair Chris Durman speaks about Howard's legacy not only on music, but the larger influence Howard has on today's society and culture.

• Tony Branam, with the Louie Bluie Festival, discusses the Festival and its impact locally.

• William "Bill" Steber of the Jake Leg Stompers talks about Howard Armstrong's influence on him and today.

• Multi-talented instrumentalist, storyteller, educator, folklorist, and vocalist; Kelle Jolly discusses Howard Armstrong and the importance of the Louie Bluie Music and Arts Festival.

• Campbell Culture Coalition President Bradley Smiddy discusses the legacy of Howard "Louie Bluie" Armstrong and Howard's deep influence in today's Campbell County.

A community celebration of Howard "Louie Bluie" Armstrong

Learn about Howard “Louie Bluie” Armstrong and a life worth celebration:
Howard "Louie Bluie" Armstrong — An Inspiration

In 2020, the Campbell Culture Coalition went virtual for the 14th Annual Louie Bluie Music and Arts Festival. After taking a year off in 2021 due to the COVID-19 pandemic and to protect public safety, the festival made a triumphant return in 2022 with the largest one-day festival ever of nearly 8,000 attendees. Thanks to you!

In 2023 - attendance grew even larger as the Festival neared 10,000 attendees! What’s in store for 2024?

On September 28, 2024; the 17th Annual Louie Bluie Music and Arts Festival will be held from 10am-6pm at Cove Lake State Park. Admission is FREE! (donations are welcome)

• Three stages of music (performers will be named as we get closer to the festival - bookmark our website or follow us on Facebook)

• The return of the massively popular - Jam Tent (bring your own instrument and jam with us)!

• LaFollette Old Fiddler’s Convention Tribute

• Tennessee Arts Commission Folklife Program Traditional Artists Apprenticeship Program Folklife Demonstrators - Louie Bluie is the first-ever Tennessee Partner Festival for this TN Arts Commission program and you get to experience barrel-making, fiddle-making, gourd-making, and more - up close and one-on-one; only at Louie Bluie!

• The Family Nature-ing Area - an area dedicated to families and people of any age getting hands-on to learn and appreciate our TN State Parks and 48% of Campbell County Land being public!

• Quilting Pavilion

• Art Exhibit

• Multiple Food Vendors (no two are the same)!

• Arts & Crafts Village (with dozens of vendors)!

Go to our “Registrations” page - If you are interested in being a part of the Food Court, Arts and Crafts Village, Judged Quilting, or if you want to learn more about the 2024 Art Exhibit or being on the grounds as a nonprofit!

Volunteer!

Did you know that the Louie Bluie Music and Arts Festival is solely produced by volunteers?! It’s true and we need your help to keep Campbell County’s largest festival going!

We have multiple shifts and opportunities to fit whatever your interest may be - and - what better way to support your community than volunteering at a Festival held on the grounds of one of Tennessee’s most stunning State Parks!

Sign Up Today at: Volunteer — Louie Bluie Music & Arts Festival

Be a Festival Sponsor

Learn more about branding & sponsorship opportunities in our Sponsor Prospectus.

2020 Virtual Festival

Remember how we said the 2020 Louie Bluie Music and Arts Festival went virtual? It’s true and…

We captured the entire day on video, so grab some popcorn and settle in for a day full of exciting music and inspiring stories. Watch the whole show! Or, visit the 2020 festival page to view the schedule and start the video at a specific performer segment.

The show featured live performances (filmed under COVID-19 safety conditions) and a mix of material from the festival's vast archives.

The Louie Bluie Music and Arts Festival is a production of the 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization:

Campbell Culture Coalition

Festival Memories

View select images that make up memories from past years.