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A global guide to festivals, concerts, workshops, and celebrations of Hawaiian culture and the ukulele.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Whether you love Hawaiian music, culture, or simply enjoy the sound of a well-strummed uke, 2026 is shaping up to be a spectacular year. This calendar brings together major ukulele festivals<\/strong>, Hawai\u02bbi-based cultural events<\/strong>, and international gatherings<\/strong> that celebrate the instrument\u2019s roots and global influence.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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January 2026<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

January 23\u201324, 2026<\/strong>
Brown County Ukulele Festival<\/strong> \u2013 Nashville, Indiana, USA
A cozy winter uke celebration featuring workshops, community jams, and concerts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

January 29\u201330, 2026<\/strong>
Aloha Ukulele Mini-Fest<\/strong> \u2013 Bradenton, Florida, USA
A mainland event with Hawaiian vibes, featuring beginner-friendly sessions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

January 29 \u2013 February 1, 2026<\/strong>
Strum in the Desert Ukulele Festival<\/strong> \u2013 El Centro, California, USA
A multi-day desert retreat focused on technique, rhythm, and performance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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February 2026<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

February 6\u20138, 2026<\/strong>
Big Hoose by the Beach Ukulele Weekend<\/strong> \u2013 Penrith, UK
A UK-based winter uke getaway with instructors and themed jams.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

February 6\u20138, 2026<\/strong>
Wexford Uke Fest<\/strong> \u2013 Wexford, Australia
Workshops, beachside jams, and Australian uke artists.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

February 13\u201315, 2026<\/strong>
Blue Mountains Ukulele Festival<\/strong> \u2013 Katoomba, Australia
One of Australia\u2019s most unique and scenic ukulele events.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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March 2026<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

March 13, 2026<\/strong>
Sarasota Ukulele Festival<\/strong> \u2013 Sarasota, Florida, USA
A single-day festival attracting players from all over the Gulf Coast.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

March 14, 2026<\/strong>
HUGS Naples Ukulele Festival<\/strong> \u2013 Naples, Florida, USA
A warm Florida community gathering.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

March 15, 2026<\/strong>
Clearwater Ukulele Fest<\/strong> \u2013 Clearwater, Florida, USA
More sun, more beaches, more ukulele.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

March 20\u201322, 2026<\/strong>
Orange County Ukulele Festival<\/strong> \u2013 Santa Ana, California, USA
A growing West Coast ukulele celebration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

March 21, 2026<\/strong>
Mahalo Ukulele Festival<\/strong> \u2013 Ashwem, India
International flair with a Hawaiian spirit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

March 23\u201327, 2026<\/strong>
Ukulele Band Camp (15th Annual)<\/strong> \u2013 Corbett, Oregon, USA
A multi-day immersive workshop experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

March 27\u201329, 2026<\/strong>
Melbourne Ukulele Festival<\/strong> \u2013 Melbourne, Australia
A major Southern Hemisphere ukulele event.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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April 2026<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

April 9\u201312, 2026<\/strong>
Launceston Ukulele Jamboree<\/strong> \u2013 Launceston, Tasmania
Island energy meets ukulele culture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

April 10\u201312, 2026<\/strong>
JAM-Boree @ Gent\u2019s<\/strong> \u2013 Orlando, Florida, USA
Workshops and concerts for all levels.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

April 18, 2026<\/strong>
Alpen Ukulele Festival<\/strong> \u2013 Innsbruck, Austria
Ukulele gatherings in the Alps.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

April 24\u201326, 2026<\/strong>
Allegheny Ukulele Soir\u00e9e (13th Annual)<\/strong> \u2013 Altoona, Pennsylvania, USA
One of the longest-running uke festivals in the U.S. Northeast.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

April 24\u201326, 2026<\/strong>
ALUHA \u2013 Allg\u00e4uer Ukulele Happening<\/strong> \u2013 Bad Hindelang, Germany
Community jams and scenic mountain views.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

April 30 \u2013 May 4, 2026<\/strong>
Port Townsend Ukulele Workshop & Festival<\/strong> \u2013 Port Townsend, Washington, USA
A Pacific Northwest favorite.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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May 2026<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

May 1\u20133, 2026<\/strong>
Braveuke Festival<\/strong> \u2013 Dunblane, UK
Workshops, open mics, and concerts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

May 1\u20134, 2026<\/strong>
Hayling Island Ukulele Festival<\/strong> \u2013 Hayling Island, UK
Coastal uke energy in the early spring.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

May 3, 2026<\/strong>
New England Ukulele Festival (2nd Annual)<\/strong> \u2013 Newton, Massachusetts, USA
A fast-growing regional spring event.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

May 8\u201310, 2026<\/strong>
Mighty Uke Day<\/strong> \u2013 East Lansing, Michigan, USA
Workshops, concerts, and community music.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

May 14\u201317, 2026<\/strong>
Stuttgarter Ukulele-Festival<\/strong> \u2013 Stuttgart, Germany
One of Europe\u2019s signature ukulele festivals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

May 14\u201316, 2026<\/strong>
Ol\u00e9ron Ukulele Festival<\/strong> \u2013 La Ch\u00e2teau d\u2019Ol\u00e9ron, France
A coastal French uke celebration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

May 29\u201330, 2026<\/strong>
Festival d\u2019Ukul\u00e9l\u00e9 de Dijon<\/strong> \u2013 Dijon, France
Celebrated for its performance lineup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

May 29\u201331, 2026<\/strong>
Skerries Ukulele Festival<\/strong> \u2013 Skerries, Ireland
Ireland\u2019s charming uke gathering.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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June 2026<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

June 5\u20137, 2026<\/strong>
Findhorn Ukulele Festival<\/strong> \u2013 Findhorn, UK
A holistic, community-driven uke event.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

June 11\u201313, 2026<\/strong>
Music City UkeFest<\/strong> \u2013 Murfreesboro\/Nashville, Tennessee, USA
A must-see for Nashville music lovers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

June 11\u201314, 2026<\/strong>
Totnes tUKE Festival<\/strong> \u2013 Totnes, UK
Workshops, sessions, and a vibrant artistic community.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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July 2026<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Major Hawai\u02bbi Events<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

July 10, 2026<\/strong>
13th International \u02bbUkulele Contest Finals<\/strong> \u2013 Honolulu, Hawai\u02bbi
A prestigious showcase for top talent.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

July 12, 2026<\/strong>
International \u02bbUkulele Festival of Hawai\u02bbi<\/strong> \u2013 Honolulu, Hawai\u02bbi
One of the world\u2019s most celebrated ukulele festivals, free to the public.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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August 2026<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

August 14\u201316, 2026<\/strong>
Ukulele Festival of Great Britain<\/strong> \u2013 Cheltenham, UK
One of the most beloved uke gatherings worldwide.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

August 15, 2026<\/strong>
G\u00f6ttinger Ukulelefest<\/strong> \u2013 G\u00f6ttingen, Germany
A friendly European summer fest.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

August 22, 2026<\/strong>
Northwoods Ukulele Festival (6th Annual)<\/strong> \u2013 Shell Lake, Wisconsin, USA
A Midwest fan favorite.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

August 28\u201330, 2026<\/strong>
Th\u00fcringer Ukulelefest (5th Annual)<\/strong> \u2013 Jena, Germany
Another strong German uke event.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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September 2026<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

September 4\u20135, 2026<\/strong>
D\u00fcrener Ukulele Tag<\/strong> \u2013 D\u00fcren, Germany
Workshops and community jams.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

September 18\u201320, 2026<\/strong>
Los Angeles International Ukulele Festival (10th Annual)<\/strong> \u2013 Los Angeles, California
A major West Coast ukulele festival with global appeal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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October 2026<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

October 1\u20134, 2026<\/strong>
Te Anau Ukulele Festival<\/strong> \u2013 Te Anau, New Zealand
A beautiful setting for music near lakes and mountains.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

October 29\u201331, 2026<\/strong>
Halloween Ukulele Festival de Montpellier<\/strong> \u2013 Montpellier, France
A spooky, fun, and musical Halloween celebration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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