# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Mandolin Carnival
- **Event Start and End Date**: Wed, 22 Jul, 2026 at 07:00 pm
- **Event Description**: Four mandolinists including Don Stiernberg (Chicago), Carlo Aonzo (Italy) Brian Oberlin (Grand Rapids) and Don Julin (Traverse City) collaborate for the first time. 

Held at the First Congregational United Church of Christ in downtown Kalamazoo, this musical free-for-all throws solos, duos, and full-on mandolin pileups at you like it’s some kind of stringed instrument carnival. Joining the fun is rhythm section Andy Henley (guitar) and Tom Knific (bass). 

The genres range as far as your mind can wonder as the one-of-a-kind group delves into classical, swing, bluegrass, originals and all things mandolin-istic.  

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Advance tickets are $22 general admission, $18 for seniors/active military and veterans, and $5 for ages 25 and under. 

https://ticketscandy.com/e/mandolin-carnival-18636

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The Connecting Chords Music Festival celebrates the unifying power of the world’s music. We strive to present a diverse array of artists, genres and venues each year with the mission of promoting community harmony, mutual understanding and respect among persons of different backgrounds.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/kalamazoo/mandolin-carnival/200030200599951
- **Event Categories**: music, carnivals, entertainment, music-festivals, festivals, live-music, art
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 200

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Kalamazoo
- **state**: MI
- **country**: United States
- **location**: 345 W Michigan Ave, Kalamazoo, MI 49007-3736, United States
- **lat**: 42.29147
- **long**: -85.58663
- **full address**: 345 W Michigan Ave, Kalamazoo, MI 49007-3736, United States

## Event gallery

- **Alt text**: Mandolin Carnival
  - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events2/banners/ea0f4775db11671c9c9ca6fe2a830067f886f18ba15fb4f966b70cc8e325024c-rimg-w1200-h628-dcd02537-gmir?v=1784557177

## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Mandolin Carnival being held?
  - **A:** Mandolin Carnival takes place on Wed, 22 Jul, 2026 at 07:00 pm to Wed, 22 Jul, 2026 at 07:00 pm at 345 W Michigan Ave, Kalamazoo, MI 49007-3736, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Mandolin Carnival?
  - **A:** Mandolin Carnival is organized by Connecting Chords Music Festival.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Mandolin Carnival is ideal for live music fans, concert-goers, and anyone who enjoys unforgettable performances from their favorite artists in an electric live atmosphere. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Kalamazoo, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. With 200+ people already showing interest, this is clearly an event worth adding to your calendar - don't miss out.

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