International Polka Association

08/22/2026

08/21/2026

The IPA would like to highlight some of the bands performing at this year's 58th annual IPA Polka Festival and Convention in Cranberry Twp., PA.

The IPA welcomes back Dennis Polisky and the Maestro's Men. This year, the Maestro's Men celebrated their 30th anniversary of performing. The musicians' unique backgrounds and experience form the heart of the Maestro's Men sound. Their unique sounds and arrangements of traditional and original music offer an exciting and entertaining musical variety. Their Polka CD "Strike Up The Band" 2003 was nominated for a Grammy as part of the 46th Annual Grammy Awards in Los Angeles, California. The band was honored at the prestigious event. They have won numerous awards over the years, and their performances always excite the crowds.

Dennis Polisky and the Maestro's Men will be taking the stage on Friday, September 4th at the IPA Festival and Convention.

08/20/2026

The IPA would like to highlight some of the bands performing at this year's 58th annual IPA Polka Festival and Convention in Cranberry Twp., PA.

Gerry Kaminski's Polka Network will be making its first appearance at the IPA Polka Festival and Convention. They hail from Grand Rapids, MI and Gerry Kaminski has spent more than five decades performing polka music, following in the footsteps of those who came before him. But what makes the Polka Network special is more than their experience — it’s their energy. Gerry describes their progressive style as “polka rock,” bringing a powerful, exciting sound to the dance floor while still honoring the traditions that make polka so special. Gerry Kaminski's Polka Network also features 2023 IPA Hall of Fame Inductee, David "Nigel" Kurdziel and 2024 IPA Hall of Fame Inductee John Zelasko.

Gerry Kaminski's Polka Network will be taking the stage on Sunday, September 6th at the IPA Festival and Convention.

08/19/2026

The IPA would like to highlight some of the bands performing at this year's 58th annual IPA Polka Festival and Convention in Cranberry Twp., PA.

After an exciting performance at the 2025 IPA Festival and Convention Pool Party, we are excited to welcome back Twin Cities Soundz. Originally established in 1999 by Pete and Robyn Mrozinski, the Twin Cities Soundz are a six-piece polka band based in the Midwest, in the Minneapolis and St. Paul, Minnesota, area. The band specializes in performing Polkas, Waltzes, and Obereks. They have released three recordings and performed at festivals and events across the country, from Delaware to California.

Twin Cities Soundz will be taking the stage on Sunday, September 6th at the IPA Festival and Convention.