Five, large circus-type tents are erected in downtown Jonesborough, with general admission seating in each tent. Attendees choose which performances they want to attend. Beyond general admission, Ghost Stories, After Hours, Thursday Workshops and events that happen in a theater require a separate ticket. NOTE: Events that require a separate ticket may occur at the same time as programming in the tents.

The full schedule for the Festival will be announced two weeks before the event.