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15 Folk Music Festivals For Late Summer
Slide Nr 1Set the end of summer to a soundtrack of fiddles, guitars and soulful vocals at these folk music festivals around the world.
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Slide Nr 2Cambridge Folk Festival. Cambridge, England. 1-4 August 2019 – One of the longest-running folk festivals in the world, the Cambridge Folk Festival has been going strong since 1965, attracting the brightest stars of the folk music world from the UK to Ireland, the US and beyond. Yet despite its reputation for bringing in the big guns, so to speak, the festival refuses to renege on its original promise: to shine a spotlight on emerging talent. That’s why you’ll find a dedicated stage, The Den, showcasing under-30 musicians, as well as The Hub area where young artists can participate in workshops and perform their own tunes. [Photo by Ollie Milington]
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Slide Nr 3Tartan Heart Festival. Beauly, Scotland. 1-3 August 2019 – When this camping music festival takes over the beautiful grounds of Belladrum Estate near Inverness, in the Scottish Highlands, the setting almost steals the show. Expect just as much candy for your ears as for your eyes, however, with an eclectic line-up and a Grassroots Stage focused on traditional Scottish music. When your ears need a break from all those sweet tunes, enjoy the side programme of activities like sing-alongs, comedy, wrestling, poetry readings and whisky tastings.
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15 Folk Music Festivals For Late Summer.
Slide Nr 4Falcon Ridge Folk Festival. Hillsdale, New York, US. 2-4 August 2019 – Folk pop, fringe folk, traditional folk: you name a folk music genre, this folk festival has got it. Held among the idyllic surrounds of Dodds Farm about 2.5 hours north of New York City, this camping festival offers music and dance, plus a showcase of emerging artists, informal jam sessions, arts and craft stalls and a programme of children’s activities. Arrive a day early for the Tastings Day and Farm Market.
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Slide Nr 6Sidmouth Folk Festival. Sidmouth, England. 2-9 August 2019 – Whether you prefer big concerts or intimate performances, storytelling sessions or interactive workshops, watching dance displays or joining in a traditional ceilidh: it’s all there when the seaside town of Sidmouth throws its annual folk fest. The event does its best to cater to festival-goers of all types – from families and singletons to early risers and night owls, spectators and hands-on types – offering more than 700 events across the week-long festival. [Photo by Kyle Baker Photography]
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15 Folk Music Festivals For Late Summer.
Slide Nr 7Edmonton Folk Music Festival. Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. 8-11 August 2019 – Big names in folk, blues and country rock like Hozier, Blue Rodeo and Ani DiFranco will take to the stage at the 40th anniversary of Edmonton’s folk fete, which highlights folk-centred genres like bluegrass, gospel, roots, world beat and Celtic music. Be sure to take in the main stage, a natural amphitheatre with the Edmonton skyline as a backdrop, and grab a drink at the hugely popular beer garden in between sets. [Photo via Facebook]
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15 Folk Music Festivals For Late Summer.
Slide Nr 9Live from the Rock Folk Festival. Red Rock, Ontario, Canada. 10-12 August 2019 – This grassroots festival, run entirely on the elbow grease of dedicated volunteers, takes over the shores of Lake Superior each summer, highlighting local, national and international talent against a beautiful mountainous background. Festival-goers can enjoy the main stage concerts in addition to collaborative workshop stages, open mic events, campfire jams and even a family stage featuring kid-friendly music and storytelling. There’s also an artisan village, acoustic song circles and a lakefront activity area.
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15 Folk Music Festivals For Late Summer.
Slide Nr 10Green Man Festival. Brecon Beacons, Wales. 15-18 August 2019 – Since its debut in 2003, this music and arts festival has grown into one of Europe’s premier folk-oriented events, offering not only live acts and traditional ceilidhs, but also a side line-up spanning from film to comedy, literature and theatre. Make a trip of it: a Settler’s Pass gets you a week of camping in this unspoilt corner of Wales, where you can explore waterfalls, forests and rivers, visit local castles and heritage sites, or just take it easy around the campground bonfire. [Photo via Facebook]
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15 Folk Music Festivals For Late Summer.
Slide Nr 11Philadelphia Folk Festival. Upper Salford Township, Pennsylvania, US. 15-18 August 2019 – Held on a working farm in the bucolic countryside about an hour outside of Philadelphia, this folk festival prides itself not only on being one of the longest-running events of its kind in America (this will be its 58th edition), but also on its non-profit ethos and army of volunteers 2,500 strong. The whole family can enjoy live music from big names and emerging artists alike, plus a variety of entertainment including jugglers, aerialists, puppeteers, craft-makers and storytellers. [Photo via Facebook]
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Slide Nr 12Summerfolk. Owen Sound, Ontario, Canada. 16-18 August 2019 – Another waterfront folk festival in Ontario? Don’t mind if we do! Summerfolk sets up on the shores of Owen Sound, around 2.5 hours’ drive from Toronto, boasting a line-up of talents like Kathleen Edwards, The Paperboys and William Prince, in addition to local artisanal wares and tasty dishes from the region’s best restaurants and vendors. [Photo via Facebook]
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15 Folk Music Festivals For Late Summer.
Slide Nr 13Rocky Mountain Folks Festival. Lyons, Colorado, US. 16-18 August 2019 – People don’t come to this folksy fest in the Rocky Mountains just for the views (which are gorgeous) or the music (which is world-class) – they also come to learn. When performers like Ben Folds and Ani DiFranco step off the stage, they step into the role of teacher, hosting classes on the art of songwriting. Ready to step into the spotlight yourself? Sign up for their nationally recognised Songwriter Showcase competition, and get ready for your big break.
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Slide Nr 14Tønder Festival. Tønder, Denmark. 22-25 August 2019 – Country, blues, Cajun, roots rock, old-time, world – you may not think of Denmark as the home of down-home music, but this festival by the North Sea is out to prove it’s got plenty of soul. Musical talent from across Denmark, Europe and beyond take to venues like the giant Open Air stage, the intimate Old Mill, plus Folk in a Box – the world’s smallest venue featuring one musician playing for an audience of one. [Photo by Jens Thomas]
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15 Folk Music Festivals For Late Summer.
Slide Nr 15National Folk Festival. Salisbury, Maryland, US. 6-8 September 2019 – Imagine a large-scale heritage and musical event hosting more than 350 musicians, dancers craftspeople and performers, and offering everything from concerts to workshops, demonstrations, parades, dancing and activities for kids. Now imagine it’s all entirely free. The National Folk Festival showcases the diverse cultures and identities that call America home, and manages to provide loads of free summer fun in the process. [Photo by Edwin Remsberg Photographs]
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Slide Nr 16Americanafest. Nashville, Tennessee, US. 10-15 September 2019 – For once, it’s not all about country music in America’s capital of country: Americanafest brings out top talents in roots, folk, blues and soul-based music for 500 live performances across 60 of the city’s most venerated venues. There is a business bent (it’s Nashville, after all), with a conference portion hosting seminars, panels and exclusive performances geared towards industry professionals. However, you don’t have to be in the biz to gain access, and organisers encourage all music lovers to take part. [Photo by Nathan Zucker]
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