Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center State Park will host the 18th Annual Stephen Foster Old-Time Music Weekend on September 11-13, 2026, on the banks of the historic Suwannee River.
This three-day event offers participants in-depth instruction in old time music techniques on the banjo, guitar, and fiddle for all levels.
Instructors include Andrew Larson, Michael Klug, Seth Shumate, Aaron Stephens, Russel Mofsky, Anna Strickland, David Strickland, Jim Strickland, Chuck Levy, Michael Godwin, and Mary Allgire.
Meals will not be provided this year. Please plan accordingly.
Registration for the three-day event is $210.00 (add $15 after August 31) which includes all workshops, jam sessions, discussion groups, and concerts. For more information and instructions for registration and camping reservations, please call Lindsay at the park (386) 397-7009.
Lodging Information: lakecityfl.com
CAMPING: This year we reserved a limited number of campsites for participants. Please call (386) 397-7009 or email Lindsay.Sigler@FloridaDEP.gov after you register to reserve your site.
On-Site Camping cost for 2 nights is $66.64 (includes tax and fees). The purchase of concert tickets alone does not meet the eligibility requirements for the use of the reserved campsites.
*No Refunds