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MondoBanjo

1237 County Rd 96 Wolfe Island Ontario
Following the success of 2025, MondoBanjo returns for its second annual weekend event! Strumming New Traditions: Join the Rhythm at Mondo Banjo Festival on Wolfe Island. 🪕

Founded by banjoists Tim Posgate, Jason Mercer, and Teilhard Frost, MondoBanjo is a one-of-a-kind festival celebrating the banjo in all its forms. Set on beautiful Wolfe Island, this three-day gathering features concerts, workshops, collaborations, and artists from across genres including folk, jazz, old-time, experimental, and global music. MondoBanjo brings together adventurous musicians and curious audiences for a joyful, boundary-pushing celebration of one of the world’s most versatile instruments.

2026 Festival Lineup: Lotus Wight, Art Bouman, C.A. & Sonny, Steafan & Saskia, Kate Weekes, The Tone Rangers, Family Square Dance, and Birdie Whyte. Plus an all-artist grand finale.

Friday Festival Pass: Includes meet n' greet, 2 concerts + jam sessions - $35
Saturday Festival Pass: Banjo yoga, concerts, workshops, jams n' more! - $55
Sunday Festival Pass: Banjo tai chi, workshops, concerts, jams, open mic - $45
Weekend Festival Pass: 3 days full attendance to everything at MondoBanjo! - $120

MondoBanjo: Wolfe Island's Festival of the Banjo is a family-friendly event held at the historic Hotel Wolfe Island (free ferry from downtown Kingston).

Come to listen, stay to jam! 🪕
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Here’s why you should plan to attend the sophomore Mondo Banjo Festival this year
The inaugural Mondo Banjo Festival, held at Hotel Wolfe Island, was a vibrant celebration of banjo music, attracting enthusiasts and musicians from various backgrounds. Located on the picturesque Wolfe Island just a short ferry ride from
Author: Penny Martindale
Published by: Roots Music Canada

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