2026 PROGRAM

Planning is underway for the next Festival, 2-6 April 2026, and our team are working to build an exceptional program to celebrate 60 Years of the National Folk Festival in 2026. Secure your tickets to see over 120 amazing artists from across Australia and the world in the unique setting of the National Folk Festival, where special collaborations and audience participation opportunities result in unique experiences you won't find anywhere else.

 

The Festival transforms Exhibition Park in Canberra into a village, with numerous venues spread across the site dedicated to music, dance, poetry, circus, workshops, sessions, family friendly and community arts activities, plus spontaneous street performances.

 

Follow the Festival on social media and sign up to the Festival newsletter to hear about artists who will be performing in 2026! Highlights of each day will be announced in December 2025, with the full program grid being made available early in 2026 so you can begin planning your ultimate Festival itinerary. 

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