Edmonton Folk Music Festival August 6 – 9, 2026 – Every August on Gallagher Hill in Edmonton – some of the best Folk Music from around the World! The festival takes place each year in August. It is al

About

The Edmonton Folk Music Festival is an annual folk, roots, and world music event held each year on the second weekend of August at Gallagher Park in downtown Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. The festival brings together artists from around the world for four days of performances across multiple stages.

Highlights

• Dates: August 6 – 9, 2026 (the weekend following the August long weekend)
• Location: Gallagher Park, downtown Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
• Four days of folk, roots, and world music across multiple stages
• Upcoming festival artists are typically announced in mid-May; tickets go on sale in June

Visitor Information

• Venue: Gallagher Park, downtown Edmonton
• Tickets: sold through the festival office and online via Front Gate Tickets
• Getting there: bike, scooter, and public transit are encouraged; the site offers accessible seating and pathway navigation
• Office: 10115 – 97a Ave, Edmonton, AB T5K 2T3 | Phone: 780.429.1899