Small Room, Big Sound, Real Connection.
The century-old theatre has been the home of music at Renfro Valley since 1939 and has become one of the nation’s most storied music venues, hosting countless legends over the years. Red Foley, The Coon Creek Girls, Old Joe Clark, Hank Williams and more.
Small venues like Renfro Valley are essential incubators for emerging artists – just look at our track record! Attending shows in The OBT is a great way to find new favorite bands before they hit the mainstream and gain the satisfaction of having “heard them first.”
Fans are often mere feet from the stage, which provides excellent sight lines and allows for genuine interaction with the musicians. This informal, general admission setting allows for spontaneous moments, such as artists taking requests, sharing personal stories behind their songs, or even making mistakes and recovering in a humanizing way, all of which contribute to a unique and lasting memory.
Renovations have returned The OBT to a traditional general admission music hall just as it was over 85 years ago, while maintaining its historical significance with the original barn wood floors, stage, signage and more. Ole Smoky Distillery has custom built a bar inside the hall so that you won’t miss a beat when grabbing your favorite refreshment. Visiting The OBT is truly an authentic experience and there is no better place to hear live music.
