Mohonk has long been a destination for artists who find inspiration in the unparalleled beauty of its surroundings and the founding family’s dedication to serving mind, body, and spirit. Curated by 4th generation Smiley family member Maria Guralnik, the Summer Festival of the Arts, provides an opportunity for guests to experience a wide range of outstanding artists and entertainers.

Whether you prefer family entertainment, dance, theater, Broadway, folk, jazz, roots, or classical, the Festival of the Arts offers a dash of creative inspiration to cap off your summer evening at Mohonk.

9pm: Big Valley Blue Grass

From Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, Big Valley ignites the stage with their hard driving rhythms and soulful harmonies. Featuring fiddle, upright bass, banjo, guitar, mandolin, and wide-ranging vocals, the group's full and authentic sound is inspired by folk icons such as Bill Monroe, Ricky Skaggs, Sam Bush, Alison Krauss, and Bob Dylan. Get ready for a foot-stomping evening of traditional and contemporary bluegrass on the boat dock!