Whitchurch Folk Festival

Join Whitchurch Folk Festival in the picturesque Hampshire town of Whitchurch on Saturday 9th May 2026!

Spring blossoms & folky bunting decorate the town and heritage buildings, for this inclusive and community-led celebration that has become such a joyful start to the summer each year. Visitors and local residents alike enjoy the delights on offer in this small, vibrant festival that is full of heart.

There'll be music, singing, dancing and Morris bells around every corner. It's a day of all things folk - top quality indoor concerts, interactive workshops, outdoor performances, a fringe stage in the pub garden, an exciting Children's programme, Morris and folk dance displays and even a traditional Jack-in-The-Green parade. Read on for more information.

ABOUT FESTIVAL TICKETS:

The whole-day Festival tickets give you access to the main programme of ticketed concerts throughout the day and evening. An exciting line up of exceptional folk musicians from across the UK, perform concerts in intimate seated venues. Choose which concerts you'd like to attend, and move between venues to catch your favourite artists. Entry to ticketed workshops is also included with your festival ticket.

Advance tickets for individual concerts may be released in due course, for those who wish to attend just one concert, and tickets will be sold on the door where there are seats available.

FREE FOR ALL VISITORS:

The festival hub at Whitchurch Silk Mill - the UK's oldest working mill - is the place to go for local food and drink stalls, to buy festival merchandise and to browse gift and crafts on offer.

FREE activities and performances to enjoy from morning 'til night:

Children's festival – there is tons to do for children and their grownups - story telling, music, dance and arts for all ages.
Pop up activities for all ages to join in with. Have a go at Ceilidh dancing, Maypole dancing or local Hampshire Step Dancing.
Jack in the Green Parade through the town - dancers, members of the community and families - take part in or watch the spectacle.
Morris dancing - enjoy displays by the lively and talented local and regional Morris dance teams.
Live music on the Fringe Stage at The Kings Arms - soak up the atmosphere in the beer garden all afternoon and evening, enjoying the packed lineup of specially curated local contemporary folk/indie artists, as well as those from further afield.
Busking and casual performances from local youth music groups and other local musicians.
Pub sessions and singarounds

FURTHER INFO:

This is a small festival and ticket numbers are limited. Booking in advance is recommended. If still available, festival tickets can be purchased online anytime up until midnight on Friday 8th May. Tickets are available to buy online only via the website: https://whitchurchfolk.com/. There are no additional booking fees.

You will receive your e-tickets via email. Please ensure these is downloaded to your phone (the organisers preference) or printed ready for arrival, as you will be required to show them.

Please contact the organisers with any queries or questions on info@whitchurchfolk.com.