The Calgary Folk Music Festival is a four-day outdoor festival on Prince’s Island Park each July, with 60 plus artists across eight stages spanning folk, roots, funk, global sounds, and hip hop.
About
WhenFourth weekend of July each year, Thursday to Sunday (July 23 to 26 in 2026; July 22 to 25 in 2027)
WherePrince’s Island Park, 698 Eau Claire Ave SW
First held1980
AdmissionPaid; 4-day passes and day passes sold online; kids 12 and under free
Beyond the main concerts, the festival is known for its collaborative daytime sessions where artists jam together, plus a family zone, artisan market, and food vendors. It has a relaxed, bring-a-tarp-and-picnic vibe and is run largely by volunteers.
The festival began in 1980 as a modest two-day affair on three stages. It has grown into a four-day event with 65 plus artists on eight stages, and the organization also runs year-round programming at Festival Hall.
Event information
Websitecalgaryfolkfest.com
Follow