The Fiddlers Antique Show
Feb. 12-15, 2025
www.fiddlersatthefairgrounds.com
Expo 3 The Fairgrounds Nashville
500 Wedgewood Ave., Nashville, TN

NASHVILLE —The venerable Fiddlers Antique Show, now owned by Jill and Mark Mattingly of Illinois, returns to The Fairgrounds Nashville on February 12-15.

The show has evolved from its origins at the old Fiddlers Motel decades ago when dealers sold out of their rented motel rooms to other dealers and customers alike. Now a professionally produced event in Expo 3 of the Fairgrounds, Fiddlers’ latest change in ownership was announced during the 2024 edition of the show by former owners Kay Puchstein and her husband Bill; sadly, Bill passed away a few short months later.

“Taking the reins from our friends Kay and Bill is something the four of us had discussed for well over a year,” said Jill. “At first, it was mostly light-hearted references made in passing, but as time went on, our conversations began to reflect the seriousness of the proposition. Mark and I are deeply honored to be entrusted with the show’s legacy.”

The Mattinglys, known for their success in promoting country and Americana shows in their home state, enjoyed shopping Fiddlers for years, then signed on as dealers. They now bring both of those unique perspectives to their new role as owners. The goal of Fiddlers’ new owners is to build on the long-running show’s reputation and energy, creating a memorable shopping experience that stands out among the week’s other events.

Customers can now enjoy an early buying session during what the Mattinglys are billing as a Wednesday evening “preview party” opening at 5 pm. Another well-established show, now called The Nashville Show, opens the following morning at the other end of the same building at Fairgrounds. The two antiques shows are then joined by a vintage clothing and jewelry show in the same facility the following day. Pre-event feedback on the schedule change has been positive. “Dealers in the other area shows and customers have all been very upbeat about the schedule changes we have made,” said Mark. “We are confident they will also enjoy our new dealer lineup, which has plenty of their long-time favorites but also a fresh infusion of dealers we are bringing to the table, quite a few that are new to the Nashville scene and others we know who will rise to the occasion as they do at our Country Spirit and Pure Country shows in Illinois.”

The new owners promise a variety of offerings ranging from plenty of country and Americana, to fine art, textiles, stoneware, advertising and the type of unique statement pieces that have made Nashville Antique Week an annual destination for avid collectors, decorators and designers. With eye-catching displays and hard-to-find pieces, every shopper can find a treasure along with ideas and inspirations. The February 12 preview party runs from 5-8 pm and admission is $30 (readmission throughout the remainder of the show is included). General admission tickets (which also include reentry) are $15. Advance tickets on sale through the show’s website.

For more information, contact MattPro Show Management at 312-957-1065 or www.fiddlersatthefairgrounds.com.

the tradition continues, new schedule, tickets online or at the door
NEW Evening Preview Party
Early Buyers Wed. Feb. 12: 5 p.m. – 8 p.m.
General Admission Thurs. Feb. 13 & Fri. Feb. 14: 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.; Sat., Feb. 15: 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.