2026 Wurst Brass Festival
It's the wurst fest with the best brass!
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Dates: Friday & Saturday, June 19-20, 2026
Locations: Amana, Iowa – Festhalle Barn & Millstream Brewing Co.
Admission: $7 (Discounts available with Wurst Festival handstamp or wristband)
Two Days of World-Class Brass & German Festivities!
Join us for an unforgettable weekend of live brass band music, mouthwatering German food, and festival fun! Hosted by Iowa Brass, the Wurst Brass Festival runs alongside Amana’s famous Wurst Festival, bringing together top brass bands from across the nation for an electrifying celebration.
📅 Event Highlights
Friday, June 19 (6pm - ??pm) – Wurst Friday March Music Competition (FREE!)
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Inspired by the UK’s legendary Whit Friday tradition.
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Bands perform at multiple outdoor venues in Amana (Festhalle Barn, Market Barn, Millstream Brewing Co.).
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Judges assess each performance and award scores based on their evaluations.
Saturday, June 20 – Wurst Brass Festival 🎟️ ($7 Admission)
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Festhalle Barn Stage (9:30 AM – 7:30 PM) – British-style brass bands perform all day
🎤 Special Guest Emcee: Justin Roberts!
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Millstream Brewing Co. Stage (10:00 AM – 5:30 PM) – Smaller ensembles
🎟️ Ticket Discounts
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Show your Wurst Festival handstamp → Pay only $5 for the Wurst Brass Festival
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Show your Wurst Brass Festival wristband → Pay only $5 for the Wurst Festival
Venues:
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Festhalle Barn – 4707 220th Trail, Amana, IA 52203
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Millstream Brewing Company – 835 48th Ave, Amana, IA 52203
2026 Schedules: Available in April 2026
Bands registered for 2026
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Sheldon Theatre Brass band
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Cincinnati Brass Band
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Iowa Brass
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Big River Brass Band
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Brass Band of Huntsville
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Illinois Brass Band
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Fountain City Brass Band
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MadWaukee Brass Band (Madison and Milwaukee combined band members)
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Chicago Brass Band
For more details, including the schedule of events and logistical information, head over here:
- Wurst Friday competition rules
- Stages
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Hear what people are saying about the Wurst Brass Festival
"Keep on bringing great musicians. It was so fun!!"
"Great fun day! Wonderful venue!"
"This event is hands down the most fun I have ever had in a brass band!"
"Wonderful music - this is a real treat!"
"Great location. Iowa Brass was excellent. Do it again next year!"
"We want it every year! Great organization."
"Wonderful festival! Well done! Thank you!"
"This is fantastic… can’t wait to get back here next year!!!"
"So much fun, so much great music. Thank you for all your hard work!"
"First time I've attended. I'll be back next year!"
"Enjoyed every part of the festival!"
"Sorry I can’t give you any feedback on how to improve. It was a great day!"
We would like to thank our sponsors and donors.
We could not continue to make music without you!
