2 full days of homestead education, powerhouse speakers, live demonstrations, hands on workshops, vibrant kidsteaders program, market vendors, food trucks and a community that get you!
From herbal medicinals to chicken butchering we have your skills covered. Need to understand soil better? We got it! Don't know how to create a sustainable homestead? We talk all about that!
No matter your level we have something for you.
It's like going to college without the debt!
Start Your Homestead Journey With Us!
"This event was life changing. I live off-grid and I walked away with a plan to make my off-grid lifestyle more efficient and less work. I highly recommend investing in your journey with the education you get from this event." John H.
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Mark your calendars for the highlight of the East Tennessee homesteading year – the ETHA Annual Homestead Festival, held every September as summer's bounty reaches its peak. This vibrant two-day celebration brings together homesteaders, farmers, artisans, and sustainability enthusiasts from across the region for a weekend of learning, sharing, and community building. Set against the backdrop of the stunning Smoky Mountains, located at the Hardin Valley Event Center, the festival grounds come alive with hands-on workshops, engaging talks, lively demonstrations, and a bustling marketplace showcasing the best of local produce and crafts. Join us September 12-13, 2025!
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the annual festival
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