Tallgrass Prairie Fiddle Festival

Seven fiddlers and a guitarist play on an outdoor stage in front of a crowd.
Homestead National Historical Park's Tallgrass Prairie Fiddle Festival is an annual event that occurs every Memorial Day weekend on Saturday. For those competing in the various competitive categories, there is prize money, and for those attending, there's competition and great music. Come one, come all!
 
Two men stand in front of an outdoor class. One plays the fiddle. The other plays guitar.
2025 Events Schedule

Timing and the order of events can be found here. Remember that registration occurs from 9:30 am-noon, before any performances.

Four fiddle players are seen from the back with their instruments across their laps.
Rules and Registration Information

Read and follow our rules and registration information to give yourself your best chance of winning in your competitive category.

Three judges sit behind a table, writing on paper. A crowd behind them watches the stage.
Past Fiddle Festival Prize Winners

Interested in Fiddle Fest trivia? We've recorded Tallgrass Prairie Fiddle Fest competition winners for you going all the way back to 1999.

 
 
 

Last updated: April 10, 2025

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Mailing Address:

8523 West State Highway 4
Beatrice, NE 68310

Phone:

402 223-3514

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