Ely Folk Festival is a folk music festival held in the beautiful city of Ely, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom. This annual event is a beloved gathering for folk music enthusiasts, offering three days of captivating performances. The festival annually attracts talented folk and roots acts, such as The Often Herd, Banter, and The Magpies. The musicians appearing at the Ely Folk Festival reflect the rich diversity of the contemporary folk and roots music scene, with a mixture of established favorites and newer talent, proudly remaining a small, friendly festival. The impact of the Ely Folk Festival in the region of Ely, Cambridgeshire, is significant. The festival draws visitors from near and far, boosting tourism and supporting local businesses. It provides an opportunity for the community to come together and celebrate the rich heritage of folk culture through music, dance, and art.
Ely Folk Festival offers an enticing array of experiences, from on-site camping facilities and a delightful real ale bar to an abundance of kids' activities, mesmerizing Morris dancing displays, lively ceilidhs, engaging workshops, and soulful music sessions. Whether you join us for a single day or immerse yourself in the weekend festivities.
Festival was scheduled from 08 Jul to 10 Jul 2022 (2 day(s)).
Ely Folk Festival takes place in Ely, United Kingdom. Here is the full address of the festival: Stuntney Estate, Soham Road, Ely, Cambs CB7 5TR, Ely, United Kingdom
Lindisfarne, Polly Paulusma, Holy Moly & The Crackers, Ray Cooper, Daoirí Farrell.
The most popular genres and subgenres of the past edition were:
folk
classical
country
acoustic
indie
black metal
english
folk rock
instrumental
alternative country
americana
chamber music
chillout
choral music
classic rock
disco
early music
english folk
gypsy