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Deni Uke Muster FestivalThe Deni Uke Muster Festival began in 2013. Held in November each year, it's aim is to bring together ukulele lovers for fun, friendship and a bit of learning.
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Running from a Friday evening 'open uke night', participants enjoy three 90-minute workshops by experienced local, regional and interstate presenters, lots of ukulele playing, a concert by workshop presenters and all meals (except breakfast) until Sunday afternoon.
You don't have to be a skilled ukulele player to attend and there are workshops for all levels but it is expected that you have played the ukulele before and know at least four chords.
You don't have to be a skilled ukulele player to attend and there are workshops for all levels but it is expected that you have played the ukulele before and know at least four chords.
Where is it held?
Festival headquarters is the Deniliquin Club in George Street, Deniliquin. This is the venue for the open uke night, showcases, some workshops, hanging out between activities and lunches.
Workshops are held at various venues around Deniliquin depending on availability, including the Multi Arts Centre and Sunday School, the CWA rooms and the Deniliquin Neighbourhood Centre.
The Saturday night dinner is held at The Crossing Cafe in George St, Deniliquin.
Workshops are held at various venues around Deniliquin depending on availability, including the Multi Arts Centre and Sunday School, the CWA rooms and the Deniliquin Neighbourhood Centre.
The Saturday night dinner is held at The Crossing Cafe in George St, Deniliquin.
What does it cost?
There is a single festival fee that includes various activities. In 2018 the cost is $185 and includes the following:
- Three workshops by experienced presenters
- Presenter concert and gourmet two-course dinner
- Open uke night (performances encouraged) and one-course meal
- Flash mob
- Lunches on Saturday and Sunday
Who are the workshop presenters?
Workshop presenters vary each year and we try to have a mix of new and familiar faces. At past festivals, we have had the pleasure of learning from:
- Mark Jackson and Jane Jelbart
- Cathy Welsford and Angie Smith (Those Shameless Hussies)
- The Thin White Ukes
- Bosko and Honey
- AJ Leonard
- Sarah Carroll
- Peter Gavin
- Richard G and the Ukulele Circus
- Rose Turtle Ertler
- Patrick Evans
- Alex Burns
- Bob Haanstra
- Ukulele Carnivale
- The Toy Choir
Where can I stay?
For information on accommodation in Deniliquin see the official Deniliquin tourism website www.visitdeni.com.au
Free Call - 1800 650 712 or 03 5898 3120
The closest accommodation to the Deni Uke Muster Festival headquarters is:
The closest RV-friendly sites (limited to 72 hours stay) are at Civic Place and the Davidson Street Rest Stop (in North Deniliquin).
Free Call - 1800 650 712 or 03 5898 3120
The closest accommodation to the Deni Uke Muster Festival headquarters is:
- Deniliquin Riverside Caravan Park (5 min walk)
- Centrepoint Motel (5 min walk)
- Coach House Hotel Motel (10 min walk)
- Country Club Motor Inn (15 min walk)
- Riverview Motel (15 min walk)
- McLean Beach Caravan Park (15 min walk)
- Settlement Motor Inn (25 min walk)
The closest RV-friendly sites (limited to 72 hours stay) are at Civic Place and the Davidson Street Rest Stop (in North Deniliquin).
And what about breakfast?
At the festival, we love to feed you but you are left to your own devices for breakfast. Deniliquin has lots of choices but these are some of our favourites:
The Crossing Cafe
If you want a scrumptious sit down breakfast with all the trimmings and a decent coffee, 'The Crossing' is the place to go. It's open Saturday and Sunday from 7.15am where it's the busiest place in Deniliquin. If you have a large group, it's best to make a booking.
Website: http://thecrossingcafe.com.au/
Phone: 03 5881 7827
Address: 295 George St, Deniliquin
Bronte's Gourmet
Bronte's do a simpler sit down menu and breakfast to go and have good coffee. It's open Saturday from 8am until 1pm.
Phone: 03 5881 5794
Address: 32 Napier St, Deniliquin
Sushi Bite
Relatively new to town, Sushi Bite has made its mark as a healthy and delicious place for lunch. It has fresh juices, superfood smoothies, nori rolls, salads, yoghurts, fruit salad, smoothie bowls, homemade raw, vegan treats and good coffee. Open Saturday from 8am until 2pm.
Phone: 03 5881 6526
Address: 299 Cressy St, Deniliquin
The Crossing Cafe
If you want a scrumptious sit down breakfast with all the trimmings and a decent coffee, 'The Crossing' is the place to go. It's open Saturday and Sunday from 7.15am where it's the busiest place in Deniliquin. If you have a large group, it's best to make a booking.
Website: http://thecrossingcafe.com.au/
Phone: 03 5881 7827
Address: 295 George St, Deniliquin
Bronte's Gourmet
Bronte's do a simpler sit down menu and breakfast to go and have good coffee. It's open Saturday from 8am until 1pm.
Phone: 03 5881 5794
Address: 32 Napier St, Deniliquin
Sushi Bite
Relatively new to town, Sushi Bite has made its mark as a healthy and delicious place for lunch. It has fresh juices, superfood smoothies, nori rolls, salads, yoghurts, fruit salad, smoothie bowls, homemade raw, vegan treats and good coffee. Open Saturday from 8am until 2pm.
Phone: 03 5881 6526
Address: 299 Cressy St, Deniliquin
