Manchester Folk Festival 2023

Manchester Folk Festival is an annual urban folk festival which takes place across multiple venues in Manchester usually on the 3rd weekend of October.

Dates for the 2023 festival are 19th - 21st October and we can't wait to see you there. Our festival is one of discovery. With roots in the traditions of the past and eyes on the future, we bring together some of the biggest names in folk roots and acoustic music.

Previous acts include : Billy Bragg, Kathryn Tickell, John Smith, Kate Rusby, Tom Robinson, Jon Boden, This Is The Kit, Ferocious Dog, Grace Petrie, Will Varley.