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The 47th Annual Calgary Folk Music Festival
23
Jul
Date
23 Jul (Thursday)
Time
Thu, Jul 23–Sun, Jul 26
Venue
Prince's Island Park, 698 Eau Claire Ave SW
Calgary, AB, Canada
📝 Useful Information
The 47th Annual Calgary Folk Music Festival is scheduled to take place from July 23 to July 26, 2026, at Prince's Island Park in Calgary, AB. This four-day family-friendly event will feature nearly 70 artists performing across multiple stages, including unique collaborative sessions.
The full lineup is expected to be launched on April 8, 2026. Confirmed early-release artists include:
Tickets are available through the official Eventbrite page or the festival's official ticket site.
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Event Overview
2026 Lineup Highlights
Tickets & Attendance
Amenities & What to Bring
•Dates & Times: Thursday, July 23 to Sunday, July 26, 2026. The festival typically begins around 3:00 PM MDT on Thursday.
•Location: Prince's Island Park (698 Eau Claire Ave SW), a forested retreat in downtown Calgary accessible via pedestrian bridges.
•Type: Music & Culture Festival (Folk, Indie, Global, Roots, and more).
•Description: A genre-bending "musical wonder" featuring 70+ artists from over 16 countries. Beyond the music, the "Island village" includes an arts market, international food vendors, a family zone, and a tree-shaded beer garden.
•The Psychedelic Furs (UK)
•Valerie June (USA)
•Marty Stuart and His Fabulous Superlatives (USA)
•Goldie Boutilier (Canada)
•Mary Gauthier (USA)
•Bia Ferreira (Brazil)
•The Free Label (Canada)
•YAGODY (Ukraine)
•Pricing: Early sales like the "Holiday Sale" offered 4-day passes starting at $215 (plus taxes/fees).
•Discounts: Youth and Senior pricing is available (approximately $160 for a 4-day pass).
•Fee Assistance: Low-income residents can access significantly discounted day tickets ($30) or 4-day passes ($90) by calling 403-233-0904.
•Important Note: The festival is all ages, and children 12 and under typically receive free entry when accompanied by an adult.
•Seating: Seating is on the grass; guests should bring their own blankets or short-legged chairs.
•Hydration: Free water refilling stations are available; bring a reusable water bottle.
•Policy: The festival is fully licensed, meaning adults (18+) can wander with alcoholic beverages throughout the site.
Updated at 24 Mar 2026
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