Southern Wisconsin Dulcimer Festival

Schedule

Sat Apr 18 2026 at 08:30 am to 06:00 pm

UTC-05:00

Location

First Lutheran Church | Janesville, WI

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Enjoy a jam, hammered and mountain dulcimer workshops, and a concert by our instructors.
About this Event

Welcome to the Southern Wisconsin Dulcimer Festival!

Come join us for a Friday evening jam and a Saturday filled with dulcimer workshops and a concert by our instructors Mike Anderson, Dona Benkert, and Bing Futch. All will be held at First Lutheran Church in Janesville. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced player, there's something for everyone at this festival. Learn new techniques, meet fellow musicians, and enjoy the beautiful music of the dulcimer. We look forward to having you join us at the festival!


Agenda

๐Ÿ•‘: 06:00 PM - 08:00 PM
Friday, April 17, 2026 Jam with Mike Anderson, Bing Futch, & Dona Benkert

Info: The jam is free and open to the public. All acoustic instruments are welcome!


๐Ÿ•‘: 08:30 AM - 09:00 AM
Saturday, April 18, 2026 Registrant Checkin for Mountain and Hammered Classes
๐Ÿ•‘: 09:00 AM - 04:30 PM
Saturday, April 18, 2026 Mountain and Hammered Dulcimer Classes

Info: Enjoy a full day of mountain dulcimer and hammered dulcimer workshops. Click the RESERVE A SPOT button to register for classes.


๐Ÿ•‘: 05:00 PM - 06:00 PM
Saturday, April 18, 2026 Concert by Mike Anderson, Bing Futch, & Dona Benkert

Info: The concert is free and open to the public.


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Where is it happening?

First Lutheran Church, 612 North Randall Avenue, Janesville, United States

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Tickets

USD 0.00 to USD 80.00

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