THROUGH THE LENS: Topanga Banjo Fiddle & Albino Skunk Festivals - Throwbacks in Time

By Amos Perrine

This week features two roots festivals new to the column: the Topanga Banjo Fiddle Contest Folk Festival (Calabasas, California, May 17, 2026) and the Albino Skunk Music Festival (Greer, South Carolina, May 6-9, 2026).Begun in 1961 as a modest gathering in the Santa Monica Mountains Topanga has blossomed into a celebration of roots culture spread across five lively stages. Beginning as early as 9:00 AM, the fest features instrument contests, spontaneous jam sessions, and performances throughou

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