Manchester Folk Festival 2025

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A musician playing a violin
Image credit: Manchester Folk Festival

Manchester Folk Festival is a music festival that takes place in the Northern Quarter in Manchester City Centre every year.

Music lovers will enjoy experiencing the buzz of live folk music – traditional and alternative. Take a look at the full musical line-up and build your own perfect festival.

Wristbands for the event are on sale now.

Plan your visit

2 Tony Wilson Place
Manchester,
Greater Manchester,
M15 4FN
Mon
10:00 am - 11:00 pm
Tue
10:00 am - 11:00 pm
Wed
10:00 am - 11:00 pm
Thu
10:00 am - 11:00 pm
Fri
10:00 am - 12:00 am
Sat
10:00 am - 12:00 am
Sun
11:00 am - 10:30 pm

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