Where is the festival held?
The festival is held entirely indoors at the Farm Bureau Expo Center located at 945 E Baddour Pkwy, Lebanon, TN 37087.
What about the weather?
Unless the Governor of TN declares a weather emergency the festival will go on! Our event is completely indoors so plan on attending and having a good time.
What are your hours?
Festival hours are NEW this year and will be held Friday 9-6 and Saturday 9-5.
Are all classes held indoors?
Yes! Including Casting Classes.
Is parking available?
There is plenty of free parking on the festival grounds.
What is your refund policy?
Because our classes are so limited, once tickets are purchased there are NO REFUNDS unless the entire event is cancelled.
When do tickets and classes go on sale?
What does my admission fee cover?
Festival admission enables a guest to attend all general lectures and classes all day. Lectures vary each day and cover topics like fishing for trophy trout on the South Holston, How to Use Streamers Effectively, Fly Fishing Alaska, Saltwater Fly Fishing Destinations, special casting techniques, how to tie flies, and other specialty classes. Attendees may also watch fly tyers at their vises, and free walk-up fly-tying lessons will be offered throughout the day.
Children 16 years and younger are admitted free with a paying and supervising adult.
I am brand new to fly fishing. Is this festival for me?
Absolutely! The TFFF is the perfect high-interest, low-pressure place to learn everything there is to know about the quiet sport. Our vendors are eager to meet you and share their passion for fly angling with you. Start here, and spend the rest of your life enjoying the outdoors through fishing. We offer women-only classes as well as classes for the entire family to learn to cast or tie flies together.
Do I need to bring gear?
No equipment of any kind is required to attend the festival.
Will there be food on site?
Yes, there will be various food vendors on site over the course of the festival.
I’m an experienced fly angler. Will the festival hold anything new for me?
Some of the most respected names in the sport will be on hand to broaden even the widest of perspectives on advanced casting and fly-tying techniques, angling from a kayak, and much more. Advanced fly casting and fly-tying classes will be offered throughout the weekend. While most lectures are free, a variety of specialty classes with a limited amount of paid attendance will be offered. No matter your skills, we can take you to the next level.
Should I bring my kids?
Yes. Children of all ages are welcome! In fact we are so eager to introduce children to fly fishing that we charge no admission fee to those 16 years and younger (with a paying and supervising adult).
What if I have more than one child?
Parents may bring as many children as they like! We do require that parents be aware of their children’s location at all times. This is a family-friendly event, and we look forward to welcoming your kids to the sport and the festival.
I don’t drink. Can I get a reduced admission fee?
No. Admission fees help pay for the entire event, not any one particular part of the festival.
Can I bring my dog?
No, the Farm Bureau Expo Center doesn't allow dogs at all, even if leashed. The sole exception is service dogs, and these must be leashed and identified as service dogs.
