FAQ's

Do I have to buy a hotel package to attend the Grand Ole Gospel Reunion?

No, you may buy individual tickets to all of our events. You may make your own hotel accommodations, stay with friends and family, or bring your motor home.

Is there shuttle service to the hotel from the airport?

No; however taxi service is available for the estimated cost of $25.00 (one way).

Do you accept credit cards?

We do accept credit cards for the ticket only orders. We do not accept credit card payment for hotel packages. You may send us a personal check or money order for your hotel package.

Is the seating assigned?

The Thursday night dinner and concert seating is assigned. The Friday night and Saturday night concerts at the Civic Auditorium are reserved. All other seating is open.

What happens at the Breakfast with the Stars?

On Friday and Saturday nights after the concert at the Civic Auditorium, we return to the Marriott Ballroom and the hotel staff serves a wonderful breakfast buffet. There is one trip allowed per person. The singers as well the fans eat and this is a great time to have breakfast with one of your favorite singers. After the food is served we begin our late-night jam session. During this time there are various singers who sing as well as mix and match quartets – this is a great time. ALL BREAKFAST TICKETS WILL BE SOLD IN ADVANCE. THERE WILL BE NO TICKETS AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE AT THE SHOW.

What exactly is the Thursday night dinner and concert?

This is a sit-down dinner with the menu the chef’s choice held in the ballroom of the Marriott Hotel. The seating is assigned – you are assigned a table. During the dinner, classic video clips are shown of singers from the past. After the dinner, we have a short break to allow the hotel staff to do housekeeping duties, and then we return (to your seat) for our evening concert. After the concert, we have a short break and return to the ballroom; this time the seating is open and we return to the ballroom for our late-night jam session.

Are there accommodations for the handicap?

We do have a limited space for wheelchair seating as well as handicap rooms at the hotel(s). Please call in advance to discuss the situation before traveling a great distance. Many of our attendees are advanced in age and special provisions have to be made for their convenience.

Are pets allowed at the Mariott?

No, there are no pets allowed at the hotel. Please make arrangements before you leave home, or kennels may be used in the Knoxville area.

What happens at the Up Close and Personal Shows?

Several years ago, we realized that the Grand Ole Gospel Reunion audience has supported gospel music more than the average fan. This time set aside on Friday afternoon with an artist and/or group gives an expanded time to hear the music, stories, and ask questions that one may want to know. This has always been a fun time at the Grand Ole Gospel Reunion. We try to provide two such shows each year. This year's shows are sure to be a real treat. At 1:00 pm we will have Up Close and Personal with the Florida Boys (Charlie, Buddy, Chip, Dustin, and Joshua), who continue to present the songs and styles that have made this legendary quartet famous for over 60 years now. At 3:00 pm we will have Up Close and Personal with the legendary Dixie Echoes. Come and enjoy the music of two of the most legendary quartet names in gospel music!