Tickets on sale now for the rescheduled dates: August 5 & 6, 2022
All tickets purchased for previously scheduled Subterranea dates (2020 & 2021) will be honored for this rescheduled event.
Tickets on sale now for the rescheduled dates: August 5 & 6, 2022
All tickets purchased for previously scheduled Subterranea dates (2020 & 2021) will be honored for this rescheduled event.
Acclaimed live music destination The Caverns has partnered with prominent dynamic jamtronic band Papadosio to present Subterranea Festival, an intimate 1,200 capacity two-night spectacle in southeast Tennessee and the first-ever camping festival at The Caverns. This deep underground event will take place inside one of the venue’s largest caves and feature onsite camping, live art, yoga, workshops, sound baths, cave tours, food trucks, and of course, great music across two days and nights.
Subterranea Festival will spotlight four sets of Papadosio, plus performances by artists hand-selected by the band such as Sunsquabi, Doom Flamingo, Lespecial, Cloudchord, Earthcry, Axel Thesleff, and many more.
In addition to The Caverns traditional hotel and transportation packages, Subterranea guests have the opportunity to camp on-site. This new overnight option will make it easy for guests to enjoy all the festival's late night programming. The Caverns is a well known staple in the national music community located in a beautiful rural area of Grundy County, Tennessee, approximately 1.5 hours southeast of Nashville. Daytime workshops and mesmeric cave adventure flow into late night auditory treats for an immersive, first-of-its-kind experience not to be missed.
TICKETS
GA, VIP, AND CAMPING TICKETS + HOTEL PACKAGES - ON SALE NOW!
2-Day GA, 2-Day Camping, and 2-Day VIP Camping passes are currently on sale, starting at $175 for GA and $320 for VIP Camping packages. Single day tickets are available too for $89.50. Hotel package options are also available to attendees who don’t plan on camping onsite.
LOCATION INFO
The Caverns is located at 555 Charlie Roberts Road, Pelham, TN 37356
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 20min from Nashville, TN - BNA airport
1hr from Chattanooga, TN Airport
1hr 30min from Huntsville, AL Airport
GENERAL EVENT TIMES
Friday, August 5th
Saturday, August 6th
11:00a - 3:00p CT - Workshop Stage open. See schedule below.
11:00a - 3:00p CT- Sound Baths in Big Room Cave. Limited capacity event, see details below.
Sunday, August 7th
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!
SUBTERRANEA FESTIVAL PERFORMANCE, WORKSHOP & CAVE TOUR SCHEDULE
DAY 1
10:00a CT - Cave Tours Open
3:00p CT - DIZGO
4:30p CT - Evanoff
5:00p CT - Last Cave Tour of the day leaves the Gift Shop
6:00p CT - Cloudchord
7:00p CT - Megan Hamilton (Tweener)
8:30p CT - SunSquabi
10:15p CT - Papadosio Set 1
11:45p CT - Papadosio Set 2
1:00a CT - OOMAH (Tweener)
2:00a CT - Axel Thesleff
3:30a CT - EarthCry
4:30a CT - Megan Hamilton
DAY 2
9:00a CT - Cave Tours Open (closed during Sound Baths)
11:00a CT - Yoga with Kelsey Reed Armbruster (Workshop)
11:00a CT - Sound Bath with Murkury (Big Room Cave)
12:00p CT - Ecstatic Poetry with Greg Ross (Workshop)
12:00p CT - Sound Bath with Murkury (Big Room Cave)
1:00p CT - Eco Art with Zoe Codd (workshop)
1:00p CT - Sound Bath with EarthCry (Big Room Cave)
2:00p CT - Clothing with Christopher West (Workshop)
2:00p CT - Sound Bath with EarthCry (Big Room Cave)
–Music Starts–
3:00p CT - Brether
4:30p CT - LITZ
5:00p CT - Last Cave Tour leaves the Gift Shop
6:00p CT - ElectroChemical
7:00p CT - Drunken Doja Monkey (Tweener)
8:30p CT - Doom Flamingo
10:15p CT - Papadosio Set 3
11:45p CT - Papadosio Set 4
1:00a CT - Murkury (Tweener)
2:00a CT - lespecial
3:00a CT - Zebbler Encanti Experience
4:00a CT - Murkury
ARRIVAL & CHECK-IN AT THE CAVERNS
Check-In Will Be Open:
Friday, August 5th
10:00a - 11:30a CT - VIP Camping check-in ONLY open at Main Entrance (VIP Camping patron access only until 11:30a CT)
All 2-Day Camping/GA & Single Day Ticket Holder Check-In: 11:30a - 11:00p CT
Saturday, August 6th
All Patron Check-In: 11:00a CT - 11:00p CT
Please Note:
All patrons (Camping, VIP Camping, 2-Day & Single Day Patrons) will enter the venue through the Main Entrance and go through the check-in tent to receive your festival wristbands. Please follow the signage and instructions posted. Have your tickets saved to your phone or printed and ready to show.
Patrons may only check in during the hours listed above. Outside of those hours entry to the property will be permitted ONLY for ticket holders who have already checked in and have proper credentials. Late arrivals (after 11:00p CT) will need to stay off property and wait until the next morning to check-in. No re-entry after 8:00p CT.
Day Parking - Please proceed to the Main Entrance for the venue located off of Charlie Roberts Rd. Those attending for single days will be screened at the same entrance as camping but park in their own dedicated lot. Cars must be removed from the lot prior to 6:00a CT the next morning or risk being towed at the expense of the vehicle's owner. Day attendees are allowed to enter camping areas on foot but remember all cars must be removed from the day parking lots before 6:00a CT the next morning or vehicles will be towed at the vehicle owner's expense.
Please do not arrive before the gate times listed above. There will be no idle parking outside of the venue prior to the gates opening.
Guest list attendees will also check in at the Main Entrance. Main Entrance/Check-In closes for all at 11:00p CT.
Camping & Parking Lot re-entry until 8:00p CT only. For everyone's safety please do not drive in/out of parking lots once set up unless for an emergency.
All patrons must depart the site by 11:00a CT on Sunday, August 7th.
VIP CAMPING INFORMATION
VIP Camping Packages will receive the following:
Early Access to the campgrounds starting at 10a CT Friday, August 5th. VIP campers will have access to the campgrounds for approximately 90 minutes prior to GA campers to pick out your best spot. No saving places for others are allowed, first come first served on camping locations.
Access to the onsite private VIP lounge in the mouth of Big Mouth Cave both Friday & Saturday (5:00p - 1:00a CT daily). Lounge includes free snacks, drinks and an exclusive section of the cave to hang out in. Only one drink per person can leave the VIP area. Drink offerings will include alcohol (valid ID required), soft drinks and water. VIP wristbands must be shown for access (lanyards will not provide access)
Signed Papadosio Subterrenea foil poster + VIP sticker pack. VIP campers will receive merchandise package on site at check-in. Please bring your own poster tube to protect it all weekend
One cave tour ticket for a guided tour of The Caverns Big Room Cave. Tours run every hour on the hour from 10:00a - 5:00p CT on Friday and 9:00a - 5:00p CT on Saturday. Tours are first come first served. Please arrive ten minutes before your desired tour time and have your cave tour ticket with you.
An onsite representative to help with your needs (available in the VIP lounge during posted hours)
VIP Camping Check-In Times
Friday, August 5th —Check-In Hours: 10:00a - 11:00p CT (exclusive campground access from 10:00a - ~11:30a CT)
Saturday 10a - 11p CT — Check-In Hours: 11:00a CT - 11:00p CT
Please Note:
Camping & Parking Lot re-entry until 8p CT only. For everyone's safety please do not drive in/out of parking lots once set up unless for an emergency.
Camping spaces are 20’ x 20’ spots that are big enough for one car + 1-2 tents/hang area. Camping sites will be marked with spray paint on the ground to delineate your area. You must arrive with everyone you want to camp with at the same time. You are not allowed to save camping spaces. Campsites are first come, first served.
Please do not arrive before the gate time listed above. There will be no idle parking outside of the venue prior to the gates opening.
All camping sites are primitive. Porta potties will be onsite.
All patrons must depart the site by 11:00a CT on Sunday, August 7th.
GA CAMPING INFORMATION
GA Camping Check-In Times
Friday, August 5th — Check In Hours: 11:30a - 11:00p CT
Saturday, August 6th — Check In Hours: 10:00a CT - 11:00p CT
Please Note:
Do not arrive near the venue prior to 11:30a CT. you will not be allowed to line up or park on the side of the road anywhere near the venue. Police will ask you to move if you park anywhere near the venue.
Camping & Parking Lot re-entry until 8p CT only. For everyone's safety please do not drive in/out of parking lots once set up unless for an emergency.
Camping spaces are 20’ x 20’ spots that are big enough for one car + 1-2 tents and a hang area. Camping sites will be marked with spray paint on the ground to delineate your area. You must arrive with everyone you want to camp with at the same time. You are not allowed to save camping spaces, campsites are first come, first served.
Camping spaces will be assigned to you. Parking attendants will show you your space upon arrival. Please do not ask to park anywhere other than where they show you to park.
Please do not arrive before the gate time listed above. There will be no idle parking outside of the venue prior to the gates opening.
All camping sites are primitive. Porta potties will be onsite.
All patrons must depart the site by 11a CT on Sunday, August 7th.
VIP STAY & CAVE HOTEL PACKAGE INFORMATION
VIP Stay & Cave Hotel packages purchased will receive the following:
Access to the onsite VIP lounge in the mouth of the cave both Friday & Saturday (5:00p - 1:00a CT daily). Lounge includes free snacks, drinks + an exclusive section of the cave to hang out - only one drink per person can leave the VIP area. Drink offerings will include alcohol (valid ID required), soft drinks and water also available. VIP wristbands must be shown for access (lanyards will not provide access)
Signed Papadosio Subterrenea foil poster + VIP sticker pack. Hotel guests will receive at the hotel upon check-in.
One cave tour ticket for a guided tour of The Caverns Big Room Cave. Tours run on the hour every hour from 10:00a - 5:00p CT on Friday and 9:00a - 5:00p CT on Saturday. Tours are first come, first served. Please arrive ten minutes before your desired tour time and have your cave tour ticket with you. The last tour leaves at 5:00p CT each day.
An onsite representative to help with your needs (available in the VIP lounge during posted hours)
Please Note:
Hotel Check-in begins at 12p CT on Friday - a VIP liaison will be positioned in the lobby of the hotel from 12:00p - 8:00p CT on Friday, August 5th to assist with your check-in and answer any questions you might have. Your liaison will check you in and have all your package items for you waiting in the lobby of the hotel including your event wristband. If you’re planning to arrive after 8:00p CT on Friday, August 5th please email christ@thecaverns.com to coordinate check-in.
On Saturday, August 6th a VIP liaison will be in the hotel lobby from 10:00a - 3:00p CT to answer any questions you might have about the event, the shuttle times, things to do in the area, etc.
Hotel VIP Package patrons will have access to a shuttle from the hotel to the venue on the following time schedules each day. Shuttles are first come, first served and will leave promptly at the times listed below. Only VIP Stay & Cave Hotel packages are allowed onto the shuttles. Please meet the shuttle outside of the hotel lobby and outside of the Gift Shop at The Caverns.
Shuttle will charge $200 for any damage/vomit. Patrons will be responsible for any damage charges.
Only hotel package patrons are allowed to ride the shuttles. No other patrons will be permitted on the shuttles.
Stay & Cave Shuttle Service: Friday, August 5
Depart Hotel to Venue:
2:00p, 3:00p, 4:00p, 5:00p, 6:00p, 7:00p, 8:00p, 9:00p, 10:00p, SHUTTLE BREAK (10:30p - 12:00a), 12:00a, 1:00a, 2:00a, 3:00a, 4:00a, 5:00a
Depart Venue to Hotel
2:30p, 3:30p, 5:00p, 6:00p, 7:00p, 8:00p, 9:00p, 10:00p, SHUTTLE BREAK (10:30p - 12:00a), 1:00a, 2:00a, 3:00a, 4:00a, 5:00a, 6:00a
Stay & Cave Shuttle Service: Saturday, August 6
Depart Hotel to Venue:
11:00a, 12:00p, 1:00p, 2:00p, 3:00p, 4:00p, 5:00p, 6:00p, 7:00p, 8:00p, 9:00p, 10:00p, SHUTTLE BREAK (10:30p - 12:00a), 12:00a, 1:00a, 2:00a
Depart Venue to Hotel
2:30p, 3:30p, 5:00p, 6:00p, 7:00p, 8:00p, 9:00p, 10:00p, SHUTTLE BREAK (10:30p - 12:00a), 1:00a, 2:00a, 3:00a, 4:00a, 5:00a, 6:00a
CAVE TOURS
Cave tour tickets of the Big Room Cave can be bought in advance here. Walk up tickets may also be purchased based on availability. Tours run on the hour every hour from 10:00a - 5:00p CT on Friday and 9:00a - 5:00p CT on Saturday. Tours are first come first served. The last tour leaves at 5:00 pm ct each day. Please arrive ten minutes before your desired tour time and have your cave tour ticket with you. If you purchased a VIP wrist band you will receive your cave tour tickets at check in and can take a tour at any of the times listed above. Cave tours will be shut down during Sound Baths, times TBD.
SOUND BATHS
Four sound baths will take place on Saturday, August 6th from 11:00a - 3:00p CT in the Big Room Cave. Please arrive at least 15 minutes prior to the start time. A guide will lead a limited capacity group into the cave for this intimate experience. Sounds will start on the hour as follows:
11:00a CT - Sound bath 1 with Murkury
12:00p CT - Sound Bath 2 with Murkury
1:00p CT - Sound Bath 3 with EarthCry (Anthony Thogmartin of Papadosio)
2:00p CT - Sound Bath 4 with EarthCry (Anthony Thogmartin of Papadosio)
WORKSHOP STAGE
The workshop stage will be open on Saturday, August 6th with workshops beginning on the hour every hour from 11:00a - 3:00p CT as follows:
11:00a CT - Innercise Yoga with Kelsey Reed Armbruster - Bring a yoga mat & start your day with yoga flow!
12:00p CT - Ecstatic Poetry with Greg Ross - All you'll need is a notebook and pen. If you forget, there will be a limited supply available to you.
11:00p CT - Eco Art with Zoe Codd - Bring anything broken or that you would otherwise throw away to reuse in an art piece.
2:00p CT - Clothing Workshop with Trip C - Bring an article of clothing to stencil together and imprint with bleach. At least 50% cotton or natural fibers and darker colors work best.
CLIMATE & ENVIRONMENT
Outdoor Temperature:
~82-92 avg. degrees F during the day
~55-65 avg. degrees F at night
Sunrise: 5:55a CT
Sunset: 7:43p CT
Chance of precipitation: Moderate to low - all events are rain or shine. Please bring rain gear in case a storm passes. Weather subject to change. Please check the local forecast & watch your email + the venue’s social media for any needed updates. Strong thunderstorms are always a possibility in Tennessee. Please make sure all items and tents are secured to the ground.
The sun can be strong and there are limited shade options in camping. Please plan ahead and bring sun protection for you and your friends. Look out for each other and stay cool The Caverns underground 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 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
Please be aware and prepared that all vehicles, personal belongings, bags, cooler and all personal items will be subject to search upon arrival and at any time at the discretion of the event organizers & 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 patrons will be screened every time they enter the venue property from camping. All cars are subject to search upon arrival at check in.
Upon arrival please pop your trunk and show security coolers. Please be aware that you will be screened for weapons every time you enter the festival grounds. Please empty all of your pockets and show security any metal you have on to speed up the process.
FIRST AID & POLICE
In case of an emergency please call 911 whenever outside of the cave. First aid is available onsite near the door of the Big Mouth Cave and at the First Aid tent in the camping area. A police and ambulance will be onsite 24 hours a day for your safety and protection starting at 5:00p CT on Friday August 5th. Please seek out event staff if anything occurs and ask for assistance immediately. Please reference the site map for locations of first aid. Please see/notify site staff or police if you see anything out of the ordinary, unusual or if anyone makes you uncomfortable. Also, look out for each other and inform staff if someone does not appear to be able to safely navigate the site so we can assist them and avoid any injuries.
STAY HYDRATED
Free, fresh water will be available in the camping areas only near the food trucks for use in your campgrounds. There will also be canned drinking water for sale in the campgrounds at the concessions tent when open. No outside food or drinks are allowed past the footpath (in the venue/on festival site). The water inside the cave music venue bathrooms is not potable water, please do not drink the water from the tap in the venue. Canned water is sold in the venue at concessions.
Outside drinks are allowed in the camping and day parking areas - tailgating welcome. Outside food & beverages are not allowed past the footpath/in the venue. No glass is allowed on the property.
Concessions, The Caverns Tavern, will be available at multiple spots throughout the festival. Please note that alcohol cannot be sold after 3am ct. Concessions include beer, wine, premixed drinks, soft drinks, water & snacks. Hours are subject to change:
Big Mouth Cave Concessions - 2:00p - 5:00a CT
Camping Concessions - 1:00p - 8:00p CT
Gift Shop Bar - 12:00p - 8:00p CT
VIP Lounge in Cave Mouth - 5:00p - 1:00a CT (VIP wristband required)
All times are subject to change at anytime
SMOKING
Smoking is not allowed onsite except in designated, marked areas. Smoking is never allowed under the roof of any of our caves.
THE CAVERNS GIFT SHOP & GENERAL STORE
The Caverns Gift Shop and General Store is located onsite and will be open from 10:00a - 5:00p CT on Friday and 9:00a - 5:00p CT. Venue merchandise, patches, gems, books, jewelry, magnets, stickers and much more are available. The General Store will have items like sunscreen, bug spray, ice, tooth brush, flashlights, batteries, and more.
ICE AVAILABLE ONSITE
Bagged ice will be sold in the campground at the bar. The bar will be open 12:00p - 8:00p CT daily. Please plan to buy your ice during these times.
WIFI & CELL SERVICE
Wifi is available inside the Big Mouth Cave and near the Gift Shop area onsite. No password is required to join the network. Please open your network settings and join “The Caverns” network. There is no wifi available in the campground areas or 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.
FOOTWEAR
The Caverns is an outdoor venue. Please wear appropriate comfortable, athletic/hiking footwear. The ground is not level so please be aware of your surroundings and walk carefully. This is a natural space and in the elements.
GENERAL RULES & GUIDELINES
Policies & Prohibited Items in Camping Area
These items will be confiscated if found and may not be returned.
Prohibited Items in the Venue Area:
Grills
Gas Grills are permitted in The Caverns campground. Oversize grills, BBQ Pits, fire pits and other large cooking elements are not allowed. A “backyard gas grill” and below is a good rule of thumb for considering your size. Please do not bring charcoal grills, wood, fire pits, tiki torches, any type of fuel. Propane tanks restricted to 20lbs and under only, no larger sizes will be permitted. All of these items will be confiscated at the gates and will not be returned.
Fires
Open Fires are permitted at the Campsite within reason. You may not have a fire on the ground. You will need to bring your own above ground fire ring or grill to have a fire. Please do not start a fire before your show begins or when you're planning to leave. All fires must be attended to constantly. If you do start a fire before your event, it must be completely extinguished when leaving the campground. No leaving lit fires unattended for any reason. The Caverns staff reserves the right to ask any patron to extinguish their fire(s) at any time.
Respectful Noise Levels
The Caverns institutes Quiet camping hours beginning at 11:00p CT each night. After this time, we ask that you keep noise levels to a respectful minimum that cannot travel beyond your campsite. Amplified sound/audio is not permitted after this time. We appreciate you helping us maintain a respectful experience for the local residents!
Cameras
Professional cameras and all cameras with detachable lenses will not be allowed inside the venue . Please feel free to bring small point and shoot cameras, including GoPro cameras.
MEDIA
If you are interested in applying for a media pass for this event please email jeff@thecaverns.com for more information.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS & GENERAL INFORMATION
FOOD OPTIONS & HOURS
Food trucks will be accessible near The Caverns Gift Shop/General store onsite and limited food trucks will also be set up in the campgrounds. Please see vendors onsite for hours and menus. Only official, approved event vending will be allowed. No other sales will be allowed.
CRAFT VENDORS
Craft vendors will be The Caverns Gift Shop/General store onsite. Only official, approved event vending will be allowed. No other sales will be allowed.
COVID PROTOCOL
We recommend you come prepared with your personal COVID-19 PPE that matches your comfort level. Please refer to info on Covid safety or the CDC or other qualified information.
Customer Service or any other questions, please check out The Caverns FAQs here or email info@thecaverns.com
* All times, dates, artists and policies subject to change at any time. *
Photos by Keith Griner