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We always see old acquaintances and make new friends each year at The Tennessee Valley Old Time Fiddlers Convention. It is held the first full weekend of each October. Folks from hundreds of miles around converge upon the campus of Athens State University to observe and compete in this half century old tradition. The Tennessee Valley Old Time Fiddlers Convention is a golden opportunity to enjoy music with roots anchored deep in the Appalachians. Harmonica, mandolin, Bluegrass banjo, dulcimer, dobro, old time singing, guitar and even buck dancing are in competition to earn a year's worth of bragging rights.The music, original Tennessee Valley arts and crafts, and the best Southern style eats make The Tennessee Valley Old Time Fiddlers Convention a must do for thousands of locals and visitors each year.