SNHUGFEST X Celebrates 10 Years of Music, Community and Giving with All-Star Lineup

Southern New Hampshire Ukulele Group (SNHUG) is thrilled to announce the performer lineup and Master of Ceremonies for SNHUGFEST X, the organization’s 10th anniversary celebration, taking place Saturday, September 19, 2026, at the Rotary Arts Pavilion at Henry Law Park in Dover, NH.

This free, family-friendly festival brings together ukulele players, musicians and music lovers from throughout the region for a full day of music, laughter, community and giving. SNHUGFEST is also an important fundraiser supporting the Ukulele Kids Club (UKC), which brings the healing power of music to children in hospitals.
Meet Your SNHUGFEST X Emcee: Sean Mcdonald

SNHUG is delighted to welcome Sean Mcdonald of WMUR-TV as the Master of Ceremonies for this milestone event.

A familiar face to viewers throughout New Hampshire, Sean brings his trademark warmth, humor and energy to the SNHUGFEST stage. And he won't just be holding the microphone — Sean is also a talented musician who will be strumming along with SNHUG during the festival, including helping lead the grand finale when performers and audience members alike take the stage for a massive closing jam.

An Amazing Lineup of Performers
SNHUGFEST X will feature an exciting mix of ukulele groups, musicians and community performers throughout the day, including:

• Ukulele Sunshine Band
• Rec'n Crew
• Contookuleles
• Andrea Szirbik (Friend Andrea)
• Tater Corner Jug Band
• Manchester Community Music School
• A&W Players
• El Trio Demers
• June & the Honey Badgers
• SNHUG

The festival will also feature a special UKC segment with Marlen Rodriguez-Wolfe, celebrating the important work made possible through the support of SNHUG and the ukulele community.

Throughout the afternoon, audiences will also have several opportunities to “Strum with Sean,” as Sean joins the fun between performances. The day will culminate in a Grand Finale Jam, with everyone invited to get on stage and make music together.
Ten Years of Strumming for Good

SNHUGFEST has grown into a much-anticipated annual celebration of the ukulele community while remaining true to SNHUG's mission: having fun and doing a little good in our community.

For ten years, SNHUG members and supporters have used their music to bring joy to community events, libraries, senior communities, festivals and charitable causes. Through SNHUGFEST and other performances and fundraising efforts, the group has raised over $138,000 for the Ukulele Kids Club and its mission of bringing music and instruments to hospitalized children.

“SNHUGFEST X is about so much more than celebrating ten years,” said SNHUG organizers. “It’s about celebrating the people who have made this journey possible — our musicians, volunteers, sponsors, supporters and the incredible ukulele community that continues to show us what can happen when people come together to have fun and do some good.”

Sponsorship Opportunities Still Available
SNHUGFEST X is made possible through the generosity of local businesses and community sponsors, and sponsorship opportunities are still available for businesses and organizations that would like to be part of this special 10th anniversary celebration.
Sponsors receive recognition through festival promotional materials and event signage, while helping support a day dedicated to music, community and children.

Businesses and organizations interested in becoming a SNHUGFEST X sponsor are encouraged to contact SNHUG at snhug@outlook.com for sponsorship information or by visiting https://theukc.org/snhugfest-x/
SNHUGFEST X — 10 Years of Strumming for Good!
Saturday, September 19, 2026