Shrewsbury Folk Festival 2026

Sarah Pagel · 2 April 2026

28 Aug 2026 – 31 Aug 2026 Shrewsbury, United Kingdom

The Shrewsbury Folk Festival is an annual four-day celebration of folk, world music, and traditional dance held every August Bank Holiday weekend in Shropshire. It is renowned for its inclusive, family-friendly atmosphere and features a diverse program of international performers, workshops, and ceilidhs at the West Midlands Showground.

What Shrewsbury Folk Festival offers

FolkDiscoAmericanaBluegrass Camping available

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West Midlands Showground

Berwick Road, Shrewsbury, SY1 2PF, United Kingdom

Local Currency: GBP

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2 April 2026