Our Diamond Jubilee Celebration
SEPTEMBER 6th thru 8th, 2024
Join us again when the 60th Annual Midwest BanjoFest and Jamboree is back in town...and, for an extra special Diamond Jubilee Celebration enjoying all of our favorite new-and-old traditions at many of historic La Crosse's finest venues!
As America's longest-running musical family reunion celebrating America's Instrument, this event is all about making beautiful music together with loads of jamming, rekindling treasured old friendships and making new ones, creating a lifetime of memories...
and, as always, having FUN, FUN, FUN with the banjo!!!
As America's longest-running musical family reunion celebrating America's Instrument, this event is all about making beautiful music together with loads of jamming, rekindling treasured old friendships and making new ones, creating a lifetime of memories...
and, as always, having FUN, FUN, FUN with the banjo!!!
Friday—September 6th
Opening Night Jam Session at an Old World Beer Hall
A Fun-Filled Evening of Casual Dining and Drinking with Old and New Friends.
Bring Your Instruments for Loads of Jamming and Sing Along to Follow.
Hosted by Paul Erickson and the Pearl Street Banjo Band.
♫ 5:30 to 8:30 pm — THE LA CROSSE BIERHAUS (128 3rd Street South) ♫
A Fun-Filled Evening of Casual Dining and Drinking with Old and New Friends.
Bring Your Instruments for Loads of Jamming and Sing Along to Follow.
Hosted by Paul Erickson and the Pearl Street Banjo Band.
♫ 5:30 to 8:30 pm — THE LA CROSSE BIERHAUS (128 3rd Street South) ♫
Saturday—September 7th
The Banjo's Back at The Tavern in The Town
More Musical Merriment and Jamming on a Grand Scale with Great Friends.
A BanjoFest Fan Favorite at One of La Crosse's Favorite Pubs.
Great Food and Drink Available for Purchase.
♫ 11:30 am to 2:00 pm — HOUGHTON'S JACKSON STREET PUB (1002 Jackson Street) ♫
More Musical Merriment and Jamming on a Grand Scale with Great Friends.
A BanjoFest Fan Favorite at One of La Crosse's Favorite Pubs.
Great Food and Drink Available for Purchase.
♫ 11:30 am to 2:00 pm — HOUGHTON'S JACKSON STREET PUB (1002 Jackson Street) ♫
The All-Star Main Event...The 60th Midwest Banjo Jamboree and Golden Jubilee Banquet
Be Part of The Legend and America’s Longest-Running Banjo Show in a Historic Art Deco Speakeasy.
Featuring Banjo Soloists, Group Ensembles, Up-and-Coming Entertainers, and Other Aspiring Musicians.
Come See Banjo's Best and Make Your Own Memories Playing Alongside Top Stage and Recording Artists in Unforgettable, One-of-a-Kind Performances. More Jamming After The Show.
This is the One-and-Only Show Where Everyone is a Star!
Be Part of The Legend and America’s Longest-Running Banjo Show in a Historic Art Deco Speakeasy.
Featuring Banjo Soloists, Group Ensembles, Up-and-Coming Entertainers, and Other Aspiring Musicians.
Come See Banjo's Best and Make Your Own Memories Playing Alongside Top Stage and Recording Artists in Unforgettable, One-of-a-Kind Performances. More Jamming After The Show.
This is the One-and-Only Show Where Everyone is a Star!
Tickets $25.00 Per Person. Golden Jubilee Banquet Dinner Included with Admission.
Doors Open at 6:00 pm, with a Full Cash Bar Available, and Buffet Dinner Served at 7:00 pm.
Dinner Selections: Beef Tips, Chicken Cordon Bleu, Garlic Mashed Potatoes, Green Beans, Tossed Salad.
Register and Reserve Your Tickets in Advance by August 30, 2024, with Fred Dodd ([email protected]) .
♫ 6:00 pm to 11:00 pm — THE GRAND HOTEL BALLROOM AT THE PEARL (207 Pearl Street) ♫
Doors Open at 6:00 pm, with a Full Cash Bar Available, and Buffet Dinner Served at 7:00 pm.
Dinner Selections: Beef Tips, Chicken Cordon Bleu, Garlic Mashed Potatoes, Green Beans, Tossed Salad.
Register and Reserve Your Tickets in Advance by August 30, 2024, with Fred Dodd ([email protected]) .
♫ 6:00 pm to 11:00 pm — THE GRAND HOTEL BALLROOM AT THE PEARL (207 Pearl Street) ♫
Sunday—September 8th
Jammin' Scenic Mississippi River Cruise on a Historic Paddlewheel Riverboat
Join Us for This All-Time BanjoFest Tradition and a Two-Hour Musical Adventure Down "Ol' Man River".
Reserve Your Tickets in Advance as Space is Limited.
Book at www.LaCrosseQueen.com or Call (608) 784-8523 for Public Sightseeing Cruise.
On-Line Reservations Available Four-Weeks Prior to Cruise Date.
Pick Up Tickets Dockside at 1:00 pm and Board at 1:15 pm.
♫ 1:30-3:15 pm — LA CROSSE QUEEN RIVERBOAT (405 East Veterans Memorial Drive) ♫
Join Us for This All-Time BanjoFest Tradition and a Two-Hour Musical Adventure Down "Ol' Man River".
Reserve Your Tickets in Advance as Space is Limited.
Book at www.LaCrosseQueen.com or Call (608) 784-8523 for Public Sightseeing Cruise.
On-Line Reservations Available Four-Weeks Prior to Cruise Date.
Pick Up Tickets Dockside at 1:00 pm and Board at 1:15 pm.
♫ 1:30-3:15 pm — LA CROSSE QUEEN RIVERBOAT (405 East Veterans Memorial Drive) ♫
Afterglow Party
Top Off A Fabulous Weekend at the All-Star Cast Finale with Friends, Food, Fun and More Jamming.
Along the Banks of the Mighty Mississippi.
♫ 5:00 pm to ??? — THE FREIGHTHOUSE RESTAURANT (107 Vine Street) ♫
Top Off A Fabulous Weekend at the All-Star Cast Finale with Friends, Food, Fun and More Jamming.
Along the Banks of the Mighty Mississippi.
♫ 5:00 pm to ??? — THE FREIGHTHOUSE RESTAURANT (107 Vine Street) ♫
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