Cambridge Folk Festival

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We are thrilled that Cambridge Folk Festival 2026 will be taking place at beautiful Cherry Hinton Hall on 1st and 2nd August 2026. We’re bringing you two full days of incredible live music and activities, plus the option to camp under the stars for three nights if you’d like to make a full weekend of it.

As always, you can expect Cambridge’s signature mix of roots music in all its forms — folk, Americana, country, blues, world music, and so much more.

We’re proud to continue the festival’s long tradition of showcasing world-class headliners alongside rising stars from the folk scene. You’ll find an expertly curated line-up across two main stages, a vibrant street performance area filled with talented buskers and roving acts, and a welcoming Club Corner, created in partnership with our local folk clubs and promoters.

In an exciting new chapter for 2026, the Cambridge Folk Festival, presented by Cambridge City Council, will reach further than ever before.

In the lead-up to the main weekend, organisers will collaborate with local venues, promoters and folk clubs to deliver a diverse range of performances across the city. Highlights will include concerts at Cambridge Corn Exchange on Saturday 25 and Sunday 26 July, followed by events at venues throughout Cambridge during July.

Cambridgeshire Music will once again host its Summer School from 27–30 July, culminating in a special finale performance on Saturday 1 August as part of the Cherry Hinton Hall weekend.

This bold new approach offers even more opportunities for loyal audiences to experience the music they love, while warmly welcoming new listeners into the festival community.

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