September 19 - 21 2025
Established in 2004 to highlight the banjo, its styles and related instruments.
Traditionally the emphasis has been on American string band music (bluegrass, old-time, Appalachian, jug band, Hawaiian and blues) but more recently the program has expanded to encompasses other styles such as Celtic, Klezmer, Jazz and contemporary music.
The heart of the Jamboree is the camaraderie experienced by playing music with old and new friends in various spots around the town and it is that experience that has people returning year after year.
The program includes concerts, workshops, a children’s session, a Gospel singalong, a bush dance, and various sessions around the town.
Performer Applications are open!
Wanna perform at the 2025 Banjo Jamboree? Do you play the banjo, or have a banjo player in your band? Yes! Applications are now open for the 2025 Guildford Banjo Jamboree to be held between the 19th and 21st of September. If you are keen to perform please email Jane and Amy at applicantsbanjojambo25@gmail.com
to request an application link. Please provide all information via the link we send you. Applications close on the 30th of June. Banjo on!
Volunteer Applications are open. Thank you
Tickets go on Sale around 15th August - will include camping pre-purchase as well.
13th Guildford Banjo Jamboree
John "Johnno" Caldwell Memorial Jam on Sunday 17th September 2023
We will be remembering Johnno with a Banjo Jamboree Jam Session dedicated to him on Sunday the 17th September 2023 in the Public Hall starting at 11.15am.
The memorial will be MC'd by the fantastic Jeanette Gillespie and everyone is welcome to join the JAM!