We're excited you're coming to The Caverns in Grundy County, Tennessee! In this email, you'll find information to make your trip as special as possible. If you have any additional questions please email info@thecaverns.com. If you have purchased tickets for the underground shows, a camping pass or a VIP package you should have received a separate email on the details of your trip.

Tickets are still available for Sunday 6/4 HERE.


The Caverns is an independent venue run by music lovers like you. The safety of our patrons is our top priority.To help you stay hydrated, you'll find free water stations at the campground, cave, and amphitheater shows, along with water available for purchase. Our main goal is to ensure you have an absolute blast. We can't wait to see you at The Caverns soon!

LOCATION INFO

  • The Caverns is located at 555 Charlie Roberts Road, Pelham, TN 37356
  • The venue is 90 minutes from Nashville, TN, 60 minutes from Chattanooga, TN, and less than three hours from Atlanta, GA, Birmingham, AL and Knoxville, TN. Located in Grundy County, Tennessee, The Caverns is a world-renowned destination for underground live music
  • The Caverns is in the Central Time Zone.
  • Closest airports:
  • 1hr 20 min from Nashville, TN - BNA airport
  • 1hr 30min from Huntsville, AL Airport

Please Note, The Caverns is in the Central Time Zone! The venue sits on the edge of the time zone, so your phones or GPS-synced clocks may change back and forth. We recommend hard-setting them to the Central Time Zone. Either way, please keep this important note in mind!


CHECK-IN/ARRIVAL AT THE CAVERNS (NON-CAMPING)

Saturday, June 3rd


  • 1:00p CT - Amphitheater Parking lots open - enter via the Main Entrance
  • 5:00p CT - Footpath open for security & ticket screening (no venue access)
  • 6:00p CT -Doors open for venue access


Sunday, June 4th

  • 1:00p CT - Amphitheater Parking lots open - enter via the Main Entrance
  • 5:00p CT - Footpath open for security & ticket screening (no venue access)
  • 6:00p CT -Doors open for venue access


Arrival - All non-campers will park in the Parking non-camping lot , please see the event map. Please note this is a different parking lot than the lot used for the underground cave shows. Please do not arrive before 1:00p each day see the check-in times listed above. There will be no idle parking outside of the venue prior to the gates opening. Tickets will be scanned at the entrance to the footpath. If you or anyone in your party has difficulty walking, please send us an email at info@thecaverns.com prior to the show. When you arrive, be sure to let one of our friendly parking attendants know. We're here to help and make sure you're taken care of.


Tailgating - You’re welcome to bring your own food and beverages and tailgate before entering the venue. No glass. Fires are not permitted in the day parking lots. No outside food or drink is allowed inside the venue.


Check-In - A valid ticket purchased directly through Tixr.com is required for entry into the venue. All third-party and reseller tickets may not be valid. If your ticket is not valid you will be asked to leave immediately. Please have your scannable tickets saved to your phone photos, phone wallet and/or printed. Please do not rely on local cell service to retrieve your tickets onsite. Have your valid government ID ready each show night. 


Re-entry - Re-entry from the venue to the parking lots or campground is not allowed. If you leave the venue and return to your car you will not be allowed back in. No exceptions.

Day parkers are not allowed in the campgrounds.


Post Show - We ask that you head back to your car and exit the parking lot within 30 minutes of the show ending. There are picturesque, winding country roads, so take it easy and drive cautiously. We appreciate your patience as we ensure everyone gets offsite smoothly. Rest assured, we'll do our best to get everyone off the property safely and as swiftly as possible. And remember, only campers have access to the camping area. Thank you for your understanding!


Reserved Seats - Anyone who purchased a reserved seat ticket will receive a credential to enter the front sections of the venue. To enter this area, you can go to either the right or left sides of the venue and show your credential to security. This credential will also provide exclusive access to the underground bar, merch and bathrooms. To access the cave, please take the path to the right and follow signage.

CONCESSIONS, FOOD, HYDRATION, MERCHANDISE & VENDING IN THE VENUE


Outside food and beverages are NOT allowed in the venue, please leave them in your car—tailgating welcome. No outside food and beverages are allowed past the footpath and in the venue/amphitheater/cave area. No glass is allowed on the property. See a full list of prohibited items here.  


Water - There will be complimentary canned water available in the rear of the amphitheater. Look for a tent in the rear of the venue for the free canned water. For those in Reserved Seating, a water station will also be available underground in the cave. The Caverns is in a rural, beautiful area that is not serviced by public water. Concessions sell spring water at multiple locations in the venue. Please stay hydrated and safe. No water containers or camelbacks are allowed in the venue as there is no safe place to fill them. The water in the bathrooms is not potable please do not drink


Concessions - The Caverns concessions stand will be located at the rear of the amphitheater. Mobile bars will also be throughout the venue. Concessions are also available inside the cave exclusively for those in Reserved Seating. Concessions include beer, wine, canned cocktails, soft drinks, water and snacks. 


Food & Craft Vendors - Food and craft vendors will be available in the rear of the amphitheater and in the parking lot. Only official, approved event vending will be allowed. No other sales will be allowed. Enjoy food in the parking lot to avoid potential lines inside the venue. 


Merchandise - The main artist merchandise stand will be located in the back of the Amphitheatre next to the concessions building. There will be a secondary merchandise location for reserved seating ticket holders in the cave. 


Bathrooms - Porta-potties are located behind the concessions building for all to use. If you purchased a reserved seating ticket you will have exclusive access to bathrooms located in the cave. To access underground facilities please use the path to the right of the stage and follow signage into the cave. 


TYPICAL CLIMATE & ENVIRONMENT

Outdoor Temperature:

83-85 F (28-29 C)


Sunrise: 5:38a CT

Sunset: 7:45p CT 


The Caverns underground music venue temperature remains 59 degrees year-round with 91% humidity. The cave feels cool when it's hot outside and warm on cold weather days.


The Caverns Amphitheater is an outdoor venue. Please be prepared by wearing proper footwear. The ground is uneven in many places and athletic/outdoor shoes are recommended. Please be aware of your surroundings at all times. Please stay on footpaths at all times and look out for each other. There are snakes, ticks and other potential natural concerns, please be aware of your surroundings and watch out for each other at all times. Let event staff know if you have encountered anything out of the ordinary.


SECURITY SCREENING

For everyone's safety please be aware and prepared that everyone is subject to search at any time at the discretion of the event organizers and security. All items listed in the Prohibited Items list below as well as all/any illegal items are not permitted in the campgrounds, performance area, parking areas or the venue. No glass is permitted onsite. No weapons of any kind are permitted, including pocket knives. All cars are subject to search upon arrival at check-in. No bags are allowed into the venue, please only bring in things that will fit in your pocket.


FIRST AID & POLICE

In case of an emergency please call 911 whenever outside of the cave. First aid is available in the amphitheater behind the concessions building, please see the map. Please seek out event staff if anything occurs and ask for assistance immediately. Please reference the site map for the location of first aid. Please see/notify site staff or police if you see anything out of the ordinary, or unusual or if anyone makes you uncomfortable. Also, look out for each other and inform venue staff if someone does not appear to be able to safely navigate the site so we can assist them and avoid any injuries.

DanceSafe and Calling All Crows will be onsite for your safety and protection.


WIFI & CELL SERVICE

Wifi is typically available inside the amphitheater and Big Mouth Cave by joining the network “thecaverns” using the password “thecaverns." There is no wifi available in the campground areas or in the Big Room Cave. Cell service is not available inside either of the caves. Please plan ahead and use wifi chat apps like WhatsApp or Messenger to communicate with your friends when on Wifi. Wifi is not available in the campground and cell service can be spotty depending on the weather/provider.


RIDESHARES & SHUTTLES

The Caverns is in a very beautiful but rural area and access to rideshare companies is not possible at this time. One alternative option is Bigfoot Shuttle Service who can be reached at 931-488-8652. 



The Caverns is not officially associated with the vendor listed above. You are using vendors at your own risk. Please pre-plan and coordinate rides prior to the show date. 


GENERAL RULES & GUIDELINES

For your safety and for the safety of those around you all patrons will be screened prior to entering the venue. Please leave all bags, and weapons at home - be prepared to empty all pockets prior to entering the venue each day. See a full list of prohibited items here.


STILL, HAVE QUESTIONS?

Please check out The Caverns FAQs where you'll find answers to FAQs about Underground Concerts in Big Mouth Cave, FAQs about camping, and FAQs about Cave Tours. Please follow our social media for up-to-date information, see links below.


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*all times, dates, artists and policies are subject to change at any time.

See You Underground Soon!

The Caverns is sponsored by Cherokee Distributing Company, and Lipman Brothers with proud support by Grundy County, Tennessee.

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