Maldon Folk Festival

Next date: Friday, 30 October 2026 | 12:00 AM - Monday, 2 November 2026

The 51st Maldon Folk Festival is bringing together an incredible mix of folk, roots, blues, Celtic, country and storytelling talent from Australia and around the world. Expect powerful First Nations voices, award-winning songwriters, traditional folk legends, energetic Celtic acts, blues masters and exciting emerging artists across four days of music and community.

Featured artists include:

Nancy Bates, acclaimed Barkindji singer-songwriter and founder of Blak Country, sharing powerful stories of Country, justice and resilience.
Australian folk icons The Bushwackers, celebrating over 50 years of uniquely Australian music and storytelling
Sibling duo Marcia Howard & Damian Howard's Homemade Jam, blending folk, country, soul and roots with heartfelt harmonies.
Award-winning blues guitarist Lloyd Spiegel Trio, delivering world-class musicianship and captivating performances.
International guests including Martha Spencer & Lucas Pasley (USA), The Sweet Sorrows (Ireland), and Scottish folk legend Alan Reid.
Celtic favourites Claymore, acclaimed for their high-energy blend of traditional and contemporary Celtic music.
Folk-roots festival favourites Rich Davies & The Low Road, returning with their signature folk'n'roll energy.

Also appearing are Fred Smith, Nick Charles, Glenn Skuthorpe, Those Folk, Alanna & Alicia, The Velvetones, Rhiz & The Sugarplums, Fiona Ross, Freya & Tom McGowan, Jesse Lawrance and many more, alongside community favourites including the Yes Men, Harpers Bizarre, O'Shea-Ryan Irish Dancers and Brewers Own Bush Band.

When

Friday, 30 October 2026 | 12:00 AM - Monday, 2 November 2026

Location

Various event venues around Maldon, Maldon

See the full program and book tickets