These state and regional championships are accredited by the Walnut Valley Association, complying with rules, regulations, and protocols set forth by Walnut Valley Association. The winner of these championships receive one free Full-Festival Ticket to the Walnut Valley Festival and are guaranteed entry into their respective international, national or regional championship held each year the Third Weekend of September at the Walnut Valley Festival.
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Friday, May 9, 2025 through Sunday, May 11, 2025
- Texas State Hammer Dulcimer Championship, Saturday, May 10, 2025
- Texas State Mountain Dulcimer Championship, Saturday, May 10, 2025

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Lone Star State Dulcimer Society
mrbanjoist@gmail.com
817-275-3872
Event Info: anna@ibma.org
Event Phone: (615) 256-3222
pickingfortheprize.com
Event Location: World of Bluegrass
Raleigh Convention Center
500 S. Salisbury St
Raleigh, NC 27601, USA
NOTE: The winner of the 2025 Picking for the Prize contest will compete in the 2026 National Flat Pick Guitar Championship at the 54th Walnut Valley Festival, September 16-20, 2026.