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Music and Dance

Discover the joy of singing, dancing, and jamming in a beautiful and inspiring natural setting. Hone your skills, meet new friends and leave the worries of the world far behind. Enjoy on-site lodging (or camping), delectable meals, and flexible pricing options!

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Campers under 18 must be accompanied by a registered parent or guardian.

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Banjo Weekend 2025
Fri, Nov 7 - Sun, Nov 9

Banjo Weekend 2025

It’s Ashokan’s third annual Banjo Weekend, featuring all styles and levels of instruction, jamming, and fun-filled banjo inspiration with Scott Hopkins, Mike Merenda, Joe Newberry, Peter Davis, Ned Luberecki and Abigail Washburn.

Banjo Concert 2025
Fri, Nov 7

Banjo Concert 2025

Join us for a fabulous evening of 5-string bliss in the performance hall with Scott Hopkins, Abigail Washburn, Mike + Ruthy, Joe Newberry, Peter Davis, and Ned Luberecki. 7:30pm   

New Year’s Winter Camp 2026
Mon, Dec 29 - Thu, Jan 1

New Year’s Winter Camp 2026

Save the dates for our annual New Year's Winter Camp! Workshops, singing, dancing, jamming, and a festive finale - in a winter wonderland.

Ariles Son Jarocho Camp 2026
Fri, May 8 - Sun, May 10

Ariles Son Jarocho Camp 2026

Spend a 3-day weekend surrounded by Son Jarocho, the beautiful traditional folk music, song, and dance of Veracruz Mexico! ​​

2026 Ashokan Music & Dance Camp Dates:

REGISTRATION OPENS NOVEMBER 3 AT 9am ET

May 1 – 3 • Scottish String Fling 

May 8 – 10 • Ariles Son Jarocho Camp *new dates

May 22 – 24 • Ukulele Weekend

May 29 – 31 • Old Time Rollick *new dates

Jun 28 – July 4 • Western & Swing Week

July 19 – 25 • Northern Week

July 27 – 31 • Acoustic Guitar Camp *new dates

Aug 3 – 7 • Family Camp *new dates

Aug 10 – 14 • Bluegrass Week *new dates

Aug 16 – 22 • Southern Week

Nov 6 – 8 • Banjo Weekend

ASHOKAN’S PUBLIC DANCES, CONCERTS, AND FESTIVALS

MID-HUDSON DANCE CALENDAR

Contact our Music & Dance Camp staff at 845-657-8333 x3 or events@ashokancenter.org.

Thank you to the Martin Guitar Charitable Foundation for supporting Ashokan Music & Dance Camps and the Summer Hoot


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