The first Chet Kingery Memorial Bluegrass Festival was held on May 18, 2013 at Rockome Gardens. Its name was deemed and honored in memory of a great local bluegrass musician, Chet Kingery, who passed away in 1998. Chet Kingery played guitar with his band, Chet Kingery and the Knights of Bluegrass.

Mackville is the host band for this festival. We are excited and proud to bring you this fantastic lineup of talent to this year’s festival. Come and enjoy great music! We will be performing as well as the other bands listed below.

2025 Lineup
The Grascals
Special Consensus
The Little Roy & Lizzie Show
The Price Sisters
KINGS HIGHWAY

Hike, bike, boat, fish, and more – 11,000 water acres, 172 miles wooded shoreline, sheltered coves and sandy beaches provide the perfect destination! Four public beaches, trails to hike or bike, picnic sites, playgrounds, and lakeside golf course provide recreational activities. Sportsman can enjoy fishing and hunting opportunities as well.

Cabins, motels and vacation rentals, five Federal campgrounds, two State parks will accommodate and make you comfortable for a night or more.

Seven Abraham Lincoln National Heritage Area wayside exhibits, highlight Abraham Lincoln’s time in Shelby County, and learn more in nearby Springfield. Enjoy the area as you break for a snack, drink, meal, or visit historic sites, 3 wineries, antique, craft and specialty shopping, along with year-round events and festivals; and our restored Historic Chautauqua Auditorium listed on the National Historic Register.

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