Get ready for another year of "Harmony on the Lake!"
Join singers from across the Northeast and Canada from August 14–16, 2026, for a weekend of informal singing, community fellowship, and ringing chords in the beautiful New Hampshire Lakes Region.
Whether you're here to perform in the Great Gathering Show, compete in the Joe Kopka Memorial Mini-Golf Tournament, or simply enjoy the a cappella sounds echoing across the bay, we're thrilled to have you be part of this annual tradition
Grab your official Jamboree Hat, sign up for a volunteer slot (pretty please!), and let’s make some music memories together!
Event Highlights & References
'Champs Only!' Friday Night Show: Don't miss this special show that we've just added to the event. Friday night after the Harmony Dinner, watch your BHS International Champs GQ and your WBQA Champs Continuum live on stage. Missed the contests this year? Now's your chance to see and hear them perform!
A Historic Tradition: Originally held in Alton Bay for 60 years, this "Harmony on the Lake" spectacular has found its home in Meredith, continuing as a premier summertime gathering for barbershop enthusiasts.
Musical Hubs: Performances and "tags" will be popping up all weekend at Hesky Park, local shops, and the Meredith Community Center.
Family-Friendly Fun: This inclusive event is presented by the Northeastern District of the Barbershop Harmony Society, Area 2 of Harmony Incorporated and Region 1 of Sweet Adelines International. All singers and their families are encouraged to join in, from seasoned quartets to first-time listeners!