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June 26, 2026

Uke Mullum’s 12th Birthday – Hip-Hip Hooray!

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Thursday, 20 July, at The Courthouse Hotel

Uke Mullum is turning 12, and the theme for this event is ‘friends’.

Get ready to embark on a musical adventure like no other as Uke Mullum proudly presents this highly anticipated celebration! It will be a night of pure joy, laughter, and lifelong friendships, presented by the eminently loveable Miss Amber and Stukulele.

Prepare to unleash your inner musical merriment, delving into the magic of the ‘friends’ theme. With ukuleles in hand, strum and sing along to a specially curated ‘friends’ themed songbook, crafted to ignite your spirit and bring people together through the universal language of music.

Brace yourself for an extraordinary line-up of guest vocalists who will dazzle and inspire. Including the magnetic presences known as Miss Amber and Stukulele, and Daughter Rose, combined with the iconoclastic Jimmy Dowling, the captivating tones of Ash Bell, and the enchanting country stylings of Clelia Adams. Local Mullum Uke Club regulars Val and Erina will kick off the proceedings and all are backed by the A-team Uke Night band.

Tickets $25 at the door, or book online for $20 (plus booking fee) at https://bit.ly/Friends23. 

Join the fun on Thursday, 20 July, at The Courthouse Hotel in Mullumbimby. Doors 5.30pm, show 7pm.

For more information, contact: Stukulele | Uke Mullum 0431 678 616 | [email protected]



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