FiddleFest Returns in 2026 for a Day of Music, Dance, and Fun
Get ready to kick off the New Year with an unforgettable celebration of bluegrass, old-time stringband, and Americana music. FiddleFest 2026 will take place on Saturday, January 3rd from 2:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the Sawmill Saloon in Seeley, Wisconsin. This annual event, presented by WOJB Radio, Superior Tech Services, and Northwest Wisconsin’s TrueGrass Band, promises a full day of live performances, old-time dances (with dances taught and called), and jam sessions in the heart of the north woods.
FiddleFest 2026 features a fiddler’s feast of a lineup, with Annie & The Oakleys, Rosie Daze, Scott & Christina McLewin, Blu Kanu, Kim Ritchie & Squirrel Cage, Fifth String, The Northwoods Strings, plus special guest dance callers Wade Pearson and Allison Jonjak, and of course TrueGrass. WOJB Radio’s Jeff Jones will serve as the event’s Master of Ceremonies, and theater sound will be provided by Superior Tech Services.
A Full Day of Music and Fun
Three performance areas will operate throughout the day. There will be stage performances in the Sawmill Theater, old-time dances (with dances taught and called) in the upstairs dance hall, and intimate acoustic concerts in the coffee shop. In addition to the performances, there will be informal jam sessions in various locations, plus food and drink specials in the Sawmill Saloon restaurant.
Admission & Event Details
FiddleFest 2026 is an all-day event with admission set at just $10 (half-price for students, and free for kids). This covers all performances and activities from 2:00 PM to 8:00 PM. For more details and a full schedule of performances visit www.truegrasstrio.com/fiddlefest.com or www.facebook.com/truegrasstrio.
About The Sawmill Saloon
Located along the scenic Namekagon River, the Sawmill Saloon is a cherished stop for both locals and visitors. Situated just north of Hayward (13350 Town Hall Rd, 54843), the saloon offers a welcoming atmosphere with live music, delicious food, and a collection of fascinating logging antiques. Whether you're here for the music, the food, or the beautiful north woods setting, the Sawmill Saloon is sure to become your new favorite destination.
Don’t miss this exciting event. FiddleFest 2026 promises to be a celebration of great music, community, and the spirit of the north woods. We’ll see you at the Sawmill Saloon on Saturday January 3rd.
Get ready to kick off the New Year with an unforgettable celebration of bluegrass, old-time stringband, and Americana music. FiddleFest 2026 will take place on Saturday, January 3rd from 2:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the Sawmill Saloon in Seeley, Wisconsin. This annual event, presented by WOJB Radio, Superior Tech Services, and Northwest Wisconsin’s TrueGrass Band, promises a full day of live performances, old-time dances (with dances taught and called), and jam sessions in the heart of the north woods.
FiddleFest 2026 features a fiddler’s feast of a lineup, with Annie & The Oakleys, Rosie Daze, Scott & Christina McLewin, Blu Kanu, Kim Ritchie & Squirrel Cage, Fifth String, The Northwoods Strings, plus special guest dance callers Wade Pearson and Allison Jonjak, and of course TrueGrass. WOJB Radio’s Jeff Jones will serve as the event’s Master of Ceremonies, and theater sound will be provided by Superior Tech Services.
A Full Day of Music and Fun
Three performance areas will operate throughout the day. There will be stage performances in the Sawmill Theater, old-time dances (with dances taught and called) in the upstairs dance hall, and intimate acoustic concerts in the coffee shop. In addition to the performances, there will be informal jam sessions in various locations, plus food and drink specials in the Sawmill Saloon restaurant.
Admission & Event Details
FiddleFest 2026 is an all-day event with admission set at just $10 (half-price for students, and free for kids). This covers all performances and activities from 2:00 PM to 8:00 PM. For more details and a full schedule of performances visit www.truegrasstrio.com/fiddlefest.com or www.facebook.com/truegrasstrio.
About The Sawmill Saloon
Located along the scenic Namekagon River, the Sawmill Saloon is a cherished stop for both locals and visitors. Situated just north of Hayward (13350 Town Hall Rd, 54843), the saloon offers a welcoming atmosphere with live music, delicious food, and a collection of fascinating logging antiques. Whether you're here for the music, the food, or the beautiful north woods setting, the Sawmill Saloon is sure to become your new favorite destination.
Don’t miss this exciting event. FiddleFest 2026 promises to be a celebration of great music, community, and the spirit of the north woods. We’ll see you at the Sawmill Saloon on Saturday January 3rd.
FiddleFest Schedule
Theater Stage
2:00 Blu Kanu
3:15 Kim Ritchie & Squirrel Cage
4:30 Rosie Daze
5:45 Annie & The Oakleys Kim
7:00 TrueGrass
Upstairs Dance Hall
2:00 Northwoods Strings
Dance Callers: Allison Jonjak & Wade Pearson
3:15 Dance with Annie & The Oakleys
4:45 Dance with Carol McDowell & Friends
6:15 Dance with Scott & Christina
Coffee Shop Acoustic
2:00 Rosie Daze
3:00 Blu Kanu
3:45 The Fifth String
4:30 Scott & Christina
5:15 Kim Ritchie & Squirrel Cage
6:00 The Smothers Sistas
Theater Stage
2:00 Blu Kanu
3:15 Kim Ritchie & Squirrel Cage
4:30 Rosie Daze
5:45 Annie & The Oakleys Kim
7:00 TrueGrass
Upstairs Dance Hall
2:00 Northwoods Strings
Dance Callers: Allison Jonjak & Wade Pearson
3:15 Dance with Annie & The Oakleys
4:45 Dance with Carol McDowell & Friends
6:15 Dance with Scott & Christina
Coffee Shop Acoustic
2:00 Rosie Daze
3:00 Blu Kanu
3:45 The Fifth String
4:30 Scott & Christina
5:15 Kim Ritchie & Squirrel Cage
6:00 The Smothers Sistas