Inaugural fiddlers convention coming to Abingdon

The Washington County Fairgrounds Board of Directors recently announced the inaugural Abingdon Old-Time & Bluegrass Fiddlers’ Convention At The Fairgrounds.

Tim White will serve as emcee for the June 17-18 event.

$6,000 in prize money will handed out.

The Convention is a fundraiser for the Fairgrounds to raise money for capital improvement projects of the property and create opportunities to host more community events throughout the year at the Washington County Fairgrounds. The event will be held outside with an inside option for inclement weather.