TWO HARBORS, MN — The sweet, vibrant sounds of the ukulele are set to take over the region this month. The Two Harbors Ukulele Group has officially announced the upcoming Silver Creek International Ukulele Carnival. This exciting four-day event will run from August 13 through August 16 at the Lake County Fairgrounds (1381 Fairgrounds Road, Two Harbors, MN).
In an incredible win for music lovers, admission to the entire festival is completely free.
A Packed Schedule of Free Performances
The carnival features an impressive, star-studded lineup of international ukulele performers. Attendees can look forward to free live concerts spread across the weekend. The main concert schedule includes:
- Thursday: 5:00 PM and 7:30 PM
- Friday: 7:00 PM
- Saturday: 4:00 PM and 7:00 PM
Interactive Workshops and Community Strums
The Silver Creek International Ukulele Carnival is designed for both passive listeners and active musicians. Beyond the main stage performances, the event offers a variety of interactive, cost-free activities:
- Expert Instruction: Free workshops aimed at helping beginners learn the basics and advanced players sharpen their skills.
- Strum Sessions: Group play-alongs where musicians of all levels can jam together in a casual setting.
- Open Mic: Dedicated to brave amateurs and local talent to showcase their skills to the crowd.
Take the Music Home
For those who do not yet own an instrument but want to join the fun, the festival is hosting a garage sale directly on the fairground property. Attendees can browse a wide selection of ukulele-related gear – ukuleles, accessories, music books, ukulele books, etc. – to find their perfect match and immediately participate in the weekend’s strum sessions.
Festival organizers emphasize that there are absolutely no entry fees or hidden costs for the programming, repeating a simple mantra for the weekend: “Did we mention it was all FREE?”
For full details on the performer lineup, specific workshop times, and directions to the fairgrounds, visit the official event website at www.twoharborsukulelegroup.com/.
