The 20th Annual National Button Accordion Festival will take place May 22–24, 2026, at the Apollo Maennerchor German Club in Sharon, Pennsylvania. The festival brings together button accordion players, bands, dancers, and music fans for a full weekend of live music, dancing, jamming, and ethnic tradition.
Sponsored by the Apollo Maennerchor and Otter Creek Enterprises, the National Button Accordion Festival is open to the public and features some of the finest button accordion players and bands in the country. Guests can enjoy dancing, informal jam sessions, a formal concert, and plenty of opportunities to celebrate accordion music with fellow fans.
The weekend begins Friday evening with a get-acquainted party, dancing, and jamming from 5:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. Saturday features all-day dancing and jamming from noon to 10:00 p.m., both indoors and outdoors. On Sunday, the festival continues from noon to 9:00 p.m., with a formal concert beginning at 12:30 p.m., followed by more dancing and jamming. Festival ethnic attire is encouraged on Sunday.
Admission is $8 on Friday, $10 on Saturday, and $10 on Sunday. A weekend special is available for $25, and children under 13 are admitted free.
Event Details
What: 20th Annual National Button Accordion Festival
When: May 22–24, 2026
Where: Apollo Maennerchor German Club
Location: Sharon, Pennsylvania
Admission: $8 Friday, $10 Saturday, $10 Sunday, or $25 weekend special
More Information: Visit the event listing from Visit Mercer County, PA for schedule details and updates or the offical National Button Accordion Festival website.
