Nash Yarn Fest Is Coming! A Preview

Dear friends in search of fun next March,

We have news! We have been working like beavers on the plans for Nash Yarn Fest, and we’re here today to share what’s ahead.

Tickets will go on sale Tuesday, October 1, noon Eastern time. The Nash Yarn Fest site will be the place where tickets will be available.

What: Nash Yarn Fest, a gathering of knitters, crocheters, fiber lovers

When: Friday, March 14 and Saturday, March 15, 2025

Who: You! Plus 50+ vendors from 25 states, Canada, and the UK. See them all here! And a happy horde of fellow knitters and crocheters.

Where: The Fairgrounds Nashville, a state-of-the-art space, air conditioned, with a courtyard outside. It’s in the center of Nashville, just down the road from MDK World Headquarters. We’re thrilled to have a wonderful space for this gathering.

There are several different ways to attend Nash Yarn Fest. We’ve set up the events as separate tickets so you can choose your adventure as you like. Please settle in as we tell you about what’s ahead.

The Headliners

First of all, we welcome our special guests, Arne and Carlos!

Direct from Norway, these world-renowned designers and teachers will be leading a workshop, giving a talk, and visiting with everybody all weekend long. We’re thrilled to have them back—their first visit to MDK was an instant sellout, so we wanted to be sure to have them back as soon as possible.

The Schedule

Norwegian Knitting Workshop with Arne and Carlos

Friday, March 14. 9:00 am-noon or 1:00-4:00 pm

At MDK World Headquarters, you’ll be with Arne and Carlos as they share their favorite Norwegian knitting techniques, as well as an overview of their amazing design career. This is an opportunity for learning, laughs, and a great time spent with fellow knitters. You’ll leave with new skills and a ton of inspiration. This one workshop will be offered at two times: 9:00 am-noon and 1:00 pm-4:00 pm. Yarn will be provided; BYON (bring your own needles!). $199.

Opening Night Party

Friday, March 14. 6:00-9:00 pm

Nash Yarn Fest begins at the Fairgrounds Nashville with a festive celebration. Jump right in! Includes admission, a special talk by Arne and Carlos, two beverages, and the NYF Opening Night Party swag bag. The 50+ vendors will be ready to welcome you. We’ll have music, food trucks, and ample room to settle in and enjoy a great night in the company of people who like to knit and crochet as much as you do. $75.

Nash Yarn Fest: The Big Day

Saturday, March 15. 10:00 am-5:00 pm

Come early, stay late. Spend time with the 50+ vendors who have come from 25 states, Canada, and the UK. We’ll have talks, demos, meetups all day long. Food trucks, furry visitors from local farms, the company of fellow makers. Expect all sorts of fun on the main stage—we’ll have seats and tables for relaxing and visiting with each other. $25.

NYF Afterparty

Saturday, March 15. 5:00-7:30 pm

Want to keep going? Come to MDK World Headquarters for a casual knit/crochet hangout. Beverages, snacks, and tours of our beloved studio and warehouse. Shopping for those who simply cannot have too much yarn. We mostly don’t want you to ever leave. $20.

Plus: A VERY SPECIAL EXPERIENCE

Nash Yarn Fest Getaway. March 14-18

This is something we’ve never offered before: a complete, deluxe, superspecial MDK experience in Nashville.

We are working with Patti Odinak of Yarn Culture, a veteran tour organizer who has curated marvelous trips to Europe for knitters and crocheters.

Your home base: four nights at the very cool boutique Hotel Bobby in downtown Nashville!

The NYF Getaway includes tickets to the NYF Opening Night Party, the NYF Big Day, and the NYF Afterparty, special receptions, breakfasts, some meals, a tour of Nashville, transportation around town, and a special experience at MDK World Headquarters on Monday, March 17. And a delicious gift bag, of course. Limited availability. Full details are here. $3,100 solo traveler; $2,700 double occupancy. (Please note that the Arne and Carlos workshop is offered separately, not as part of the NYF Getaway.)

Please Get Ready!

However you plan to be here, don’t miss Nash Yarn Fest! Ticket sales open on Tuesday, Oct. 1 at noon Eastern time. Bookmark NashYarnFest.com and set your alarm—we can hardly wait to see you in Nashville.

Love,

Ann and Kay