The event was founded in 1992 as an economic development project for the Sweet Home community.

[1] In addition to funding economic development activities, profits from the festival help support community humanitarian projects.

[2] The festival site is located on a large field south of Sweet Home High School.

The venue extends across the Weddle Covered Bridge to Sankey Park.

[3] Past performers include Kenny Chesney, Montgomery Gentry, Faith Hill, Toby Keith, Tim McGraw, Brad Paisley, Carrie Underwood, and Keith Urban.