🎻 Nanaimo Fiddle Camp 2026 🎶

Schedule

Fri, 20 Mar, 2026 at 09:30 am

UTC-07:00

Location

Bethlehem Centre, Nanaimo | Nanaimo, BC

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Make music, build community, and spend a memorable weekend by the lake! Join us for Nanaimo Fiddle Camp 2026, a three-day gathering for fiddle, viola, and cello players of all ages and levels. Enjoy inspiring workshops, daily Folk Band sessions, a community dance, and a thrilling instructors’ concert—all surrounded by the natural beauty of the Bethlehem Centre overlooking Westwood Lake.
Whether you’re in your second year of playing or a seasoned musician, Fiddle Camp is a welcoming space to grow, connect, and have fun.

✨ Instructor Lineup
🎻 Jennie Bice – Celtic, blues, improvisation
🎻 Eli Bender – Balfolk, Old-Time, rhythmic cello
🎻 Quin Etheridge-Pedden – Bluegrass, contemporary styles
🎻 Trish Horrocks – Folk Band Director

📅 Schedule Highlights
Friday, March 20: Registration, workshops, Folk Band sectionals, evening dance or concert
Saturday, March 21: More workshops, Folk Band, evening event
Sunday, March 22: Workshops, Folk Band, final concert at 3 PM
(Full schedule on our registration page.)

💲 Registration
Fee: $350
Includes: all workshops, materials, Folk Band sessions, one concert ticket, and one dance ticket.
Membership Required: Nanaimo Fiddle Society membership is required for insurance purposes.
Choose registration with or without membership when you sign up.

🏡 Meals & Accommodation
Optional meals and on-site lodging can be booked directly with Bethlehem Centre using our retreat link:
👉 https://bethlehemcentre.secure.retreat.guru/program/nanaimo-fiddle-society-fiddle-retreat/

🎟 Register Now
Sign up here:
👉 https://www.nanaimofiddlesociety.org/event/fiddle-camp-2026-22/register
Spaces are limited—secure your spot early!
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