The Annual Event Returns September 20
It’s shaping up to be an incredible year for Berks Fiddle Fest, with exciting new programming and unforgettable performances added to the 2026 lineup!
New this year, the festival will feature a special headliner concert by Nyke Van Wyk, an internationally recognized violinist known for blending classical and Celtic traditions with contemporary energy. His appearance offers a rare chance for our community to experience world-class artistry in an accessible, hometown festival setting—and it’s a performance you won’t want to miss.
Opening the festival’s featured concert is The Chivalrous Crickets, an acclaimed ensemble celebrated for their vibrant interpretations of music from the Celtic diaspora. Their performances and educational work across the country reflect the very heart of Friends of Fleetwood Parks’ mission—honoring tradition, fostering cultural preservation, and bringing people together through music.
In celebration of America’s 250th Anniversary, Berks Fiddle Fest will also welcome the Brandywine Colonials Fife & Drum Corps. Their stirring music and historic pageantry provide a living connection to our nation’s past and add a powerful, patriotic moment to this year’s festivities.
With these three exciting additions—and so much more planned—Berks Fiddle Fest 2026 promises to be one of our most memorable festivals yet. Mark your calendar, spread the word, and get ready to celebrate music, history, and community all in one place! See you September 20th!
Fleetwood Events Monthly Newsletter
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Fleetwood, Pennsylvania was founded in 1873. Over the years, many organizations and individuals contributed to make the town the special place it is. FLEETWOOD'S FINEST is a new tradition that honors organizations and individuals who have made a lasting impression on Fleetwood. The first FLEETWOOD'S FINEST SPRING GALA was held on March 8, 2025. THE FLEETWOOD CADILLAC AWARD for extraordinary community service was awarded to the FLEETWOOD VOLUNTEER FIRE CO. THE FLEETWOOD HOMETOWN HERO AWARD was awarded to Barney Dietrich, Ernie Fink and R. Joel Schaeffer for building the Little League Field in 1965 with the Fleetwood Jaycees. See the tribute videos below from the 2025 FLEETWOOD'S FINEST SPING GALA.
Nominate a 2027 Hometown Hero
You can nominate a Hometown Hero for 2027. Simply download the Hometown Hero form below and return by April 30, 2026.
Tiger Nation
The Tiger Nation committee is inviting the borough, businesses, groups, and individuals to celebrate through the arts. Our goal is to beautify our community with artistically created life-size sculptures of the school district’s tiger mascot and to allow members of the business community, the school district, and the citizenry to learn more about one another in appreciation of the any skills, abilities and creative gifts available and the support provided within the community. Working together and having fun, establishing friendship bonds among the many groups within the community, is an important part of our mission.
To Sponsor a Tiger:
For any individual, business or organization to sponsor one of the tigers will cost between $3,100.00 and $3,500.00, depending on which model is selected. The price covers expenses: fabrication of the tiger, shipping and handling, stipend to the artist, clear coating, promotional and sponsorship expenses incurred by the Friends of Fleetwood Park through the Tiger Nation Initiative. All checks are made payable to: Friends of Fleetwood Park. NOTE: Installation of the tiger at a designated location is not available through Tiger Nation project; materials for installation and arrangements must be made by the sponsor. Tiger Nation can recommend details and individuals to facilitate installation. Sponsors assume responsibility for the care and upkeep of finished tiger sculptures.
For questions, and to place an order for a tiger, please contact Caren at tigernationart@gmail.com
Support Friends of Fleetwood Parks Today
Help us make a difference in the lives of others by making a donation to Friends of Fleetwood Parks. Every contribution counts!
Donations should be sent to:
FOFP
P.O. Box 604
Fleetwood, PA 19522
Checks should be made out to: FOFP
All donations are tax-deductible
Special Thanks to Our 2026 Funders
