# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Southern Wisconsin Dulcimer Festival
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 18 Apr, 2026 at 08:30 am – Sat, 18 Apr, 2026 at 06:00 pm (-05:00)
- **Event Description**: Enjoy a  jam, hammered and mountain dulcimer workshops, and a concert by our instructors.About this EventWelcome 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🕑: 06:00 PM - 08:00 PMFriday, April 17, 2026  Jam with Mike Anderson, Bing Futch,  & Dona BenkertInfo: The jam is  free and open to the public.  All acoustic instruments are welcome!🕑: 08:30 AM - 09:00 AMSaturday, April 18, 2026 Registrant Checkin for Mountain and Hammered Classes🕑: 09:00 AM - 04:30 PMSaturday, April 18, 2026 Mountain and Hammered Dulcimer ClassesInfo: Enjoy a full day of mountain dulcimer and hammered dulcimer workshops.   Click the RESERVE A SPOT button to register for classes.🕑: 05:00 PM - 06:00 PMSaturday, April 18, 2026 Concert by Mike Anderson, Bing Futch, & Dona BenkertInfo: The concert is free and open to the public.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/janesville/southern-wisconsin-dulcimer-festival/100001802675333449
- **Event Categories**: workshops, music, festivals, entertainment, concerts
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 0

## Ticket Details

- **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 80, currency: USD

## Event venue details

- **city**: Janesville
- **state**: WI
- **country**: United States
- **location**: First Lutheran Church
- **lat**: 42.6918418
- **long**: -89.00222749999999
- **full address**: First Lutheran Church, 612 North Randall Avenue, Janesville, United States

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Southern Wisconsin Dulcimer Festival being held?
  - **A:** Southern Wisconsin Dulcimer Festival takes place on Sat, 18 Apr, 2026 at 08:30 am to Sat, 18 Apr, 2026 at 06:00 pm at First Lutheran Church, 612 North Randall Avenue, Janesville, United States.
- **Q**: How much do tickets cost for Southern Wisconsin Dulcimer Festival?
  - **A:** Tickets for Southern Wisconsin Dulcimer Festival are priced at USD 80 per person. Here's a full breakdown of available ticket types:Ticket TypePriceAvailabilityNon SWDC Member Registration FeeUSD 80AvailableSWDC  Member Registration FeeUSD 70AvailableMike Anderson (MD): "Folk Scare"FreeAvailableBing Futch (MD): A Simple Way to Play D, G and A:FreeAvailableDona Benkert (HD): Dulcimer DexterityFreeAvailableI will not attend 9:00 AM SessionFreeAvailableMike Anderson (MD): - Bass and middle string walksFreeAvailableBing Futch(MD): How to create Complementary strumsFreeAvailableDona Benkert (HD): Mastering Irish RhythmsFreeAvailableI will not attend 10:30 AM Session.FreeAvailableMike Anderson (MD): Basic  MD Picking PatternsFreeAvailableBing Futch (MD): The Classical Mountain DulcimerFreeAvailableDona Benkert (HD & MD): Beyond the Basics:FreeAvailableI will not attend 1:30 PM SessionFreeAvailableMike Anderson (MD): Making It SmoothFreeAvailableBing Futch (MD): Primal Mountain DulcimerFreeAvailableDona Benkert (HD): The Elegant Waltz:FreeAvailableI will not attend 3:00 PM Session.FreeAvailableTurkey Club with Side Salad & CookieUSD 15AvailableTurkey Club with Chips & CookieUSD 15AvailableHam & Swiss on a Bun with Side Salad & CookieUSD 15AvailableHam & Swiss on a Bun with Chips & CookieUSD 15AvailableChicken Salad Croissant with Side Salad & CookieUSD 15AvailableChicken Salad Croissant with Chips & CookieUSD 15AvailableFalafel Salad with Side Salad & CookieUSD 15AvailableFalafel Salad with Chips & CookieUSD 15AvailableWill Bring My Own LunchFreeAvailable
- **Q**: Who is organizing Southern Wisconsin Dulcimer Festival?
  - **A:** Southern Wisconsin Dulcimer Festival is organized by Southern Wisconsin Dulcimer Club.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Southern Wisconsin Dulcimer Festival is ideal for learners, working professionals, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Janesville, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If Southern Wisconsin Dulcimer Festival sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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