Duffy String Band

Philadelphia Mummers String Band The Duffy String Band was founded on March 4, 1945 by Fire Captain George E. On April 6,1956, the band was purchased by Henry J.

Duffy and, at the time, was called the “Firefighter’s String Band,” as its membership was largely comprised of Philadelphia Firefighters. Some years later, the band was renamed “Duffy String Band” in honor of its founder. Kunzig, Sr. Kunzig named himself Captain and continued in his roles as Captain and Owner of Duffy String Band until his retirement from active participation in the parade in 1985

. That year, Henry’s son, Ted Kudrick, was named Captain, a position which he holds to this day. The Duffy String Band has played a major role in Mummer history throughout the city of Philadelphia. The band celebrated its 60th anniversary in 2005, with the recording of their anniversary CD, "60 Years of Music and Mummery". In Summer 2003, the Duffy String Band was named the “Official String Band of North Wildwood, New Jersey” by Mayor Aldo A. Palombo. Duffy’s Captain, Ted Kudrick, and President, Charles Kochensky, are inducted into the String Band Association’s “Hall of Fame”. In addition, the first women to be inducted into the Hall of Fame, Cheryl Crowe, Treasurer, and Peggy Rullo, Secretary, are also members of the band. The band has made great strides over the past few years and has received praise from the mummer community with their recent themes ‘Sugar Rush’, ‘Batteries Not Included’, 'Animal Crackers', 'Back on Track', and 'All Decked Out'. The Duffy String Band has recently recruited new and talented musicians, and has proven to be a friendly and family-oriented band. In an effort to make the band an even bigger success in the upcoming years, the Duffy String Band is looking to recruit additional members, including musicians, dancers, and those who would like to help behind the scenes. Anyone can be a member - male or female, young or old, novice or experienced. All members play a significant role in the band’s success. We hold practices every Wednesday from 8-10 PM at the band’s clubhouse located at 2230 Cedar Street. Philadelphia, PA. Anyone is welcome to attend one of our rehearsals to hear the music, meet the band, and experience one of Philadelphia’s most cherished traditions. If you have any questions, feel free to contact us. We would be more than happy to answer your questions and discuss all that the Duffy String Band has to offer.

05/18/2026

Let's try this again! 🎶 Same plan, new date — here's everything you need to know about the 4th Annual String Band Parade Down Haddon Ave!

📅 Saturday, May 30th | 4–6 PM
📍 Down Haddon Ave, Haddon Township | Crystal Lake Ave to Albertson Ave

🎵 Live string band music from world-famous Mummers bands
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 FREE & family-friendly
🎭 Stunning handmade Mummers suits on full display
📍 4 Performance Areas: Brewers, Reunion Hall, Pour House & Haddon Square
👕 Official merch — shirts & hoodies available for purchase!
☂️ Build Your Own Mummers Umbrella station
🎩 Build Your Own Mummers Hat station

Bring the whole family and experience the Mummers tradition in Camden County! 🎉

05/09/2026

Congratulations Nick!

05/01/2026

04/22/2026

Update!

Mother Nature had other plans 🌧️

The 4th Annual String Band Parade is being POSTPONED due to the weather forecast for this Saturday. But don’t worry, we’ve got a new date!

📅 Saturday, May 30th | 4–6 PM
📍 Down Haddon Ave, Haddon Township | Crystal Lake Ave to Albertson Ave

Mark your calendars and spread the word 🗓️

04/20/2026

It's almost here! THIS SATURDAY the String Bands are taking over Haddon Ave 🎶

Saturday, April 25th | 4–6 PM
Crystal Lake Ave ➡️ Albertson Ave

Free to attend. Fun for the whole family. See you there! 🎉

04/13/2026

Haddon parade, Saturday 4/25 at 4pm!

Join us Saturday, April 25th for the 4th Annual String Band Parade on Haddon Avenue from 4 PM to 6 PM. Enjoy the sights and sounds of Philadelphia Mummers string bands as they march from Crystal Lake to Haddon Square, with plenty of spots along the route to watch.

Stick around after the parade for an after party at Haddon Square from 6 PM to 9 PM, featuring live music from The Exceptions, plus food, drinks, and activities for all ages.

Hosted by the Board of Commissioners and Haddon Township, this is a great way to spend the day with family and friends.

04/13/2026

Thank you Downtowners Fancy Brigade! It was a great day!

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2230 Cedar Street
Philadelphia, PA
19125

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