18th annual Reno Ukulele Festival Oct 21-24, 2026
Join us for the 18th edition of the Reno Ukulele Festival, taking place from October 21st to 24th, 2026, at the Nugget Casino & Resort near the vibrant city of Reno, Nevada. This four-day family-friendly event promises a delightful experience with a lineup of daily workshops, evening concerts, artist discussion panels, open mics, community performances, and an extensive shopping experience.
Immerse yourself in the world of ukulele with renowned entertainers and world-class instructors who will be on hand to share their expertise and showcase their musical talents. Such talents include Amber Rozel, Neal Chin, Danielle Ate the Sandwich, Aaron and Nicole Keim, Ukulenny, Larry Wyatt, Greg Gent, Bobby J, Perry Stauffer, Dani Joy & more!
Experience a full day of music-making with hands-on workshops, lively club performances, and an evening concert. Ukulele instructors Perry Stauffer and Dani Joy will lead participants through a dynamic ensemble arrangement of Let It Be, featuring parts for ukulele, baritone, and bass. In advance of the festival, students will receive an online preparation package that includes their individual parts along with instructional videos to help them get ready for the event.
Dani Joy is hosting a 5 day Women's Bass Retreat at McMenamin's Kennedy School in NE Portland, Or.
Get ready for a crash course in beginner bass! At this retreat (and in the curriculum leading up to it) women will learn the function of the bass, how to memorize the notes on frets one-four, and three different rhythm options. Curriculum will include basic chord building music theory, as it pertains to the bass. The concepts covered in this curriculum will begin at the basics and then take the students beyond the ones and fives and even the triads.
UkeWest Online Festival 2026
A Year-Long Ukulele Festival You Can Attend From Anywhere
What if you could experience the inspiration, connection, and artistry of a world-class ukulele festival—not just for a weekend, but all year long?
UkeWest Online Festival 2026 is a unique, immersive online experience that brings together top ukulele artists, expert instruction, and a welcoming global community in a weekly, live format. This is not a passive video course—it’s a living, breathing festival that unfolds in real time, week by week.