*** Winner of Best Regional Festival in the 2022 Music Victoria Awards ***
From humble beginnings in 1977, Port Fairy Folk Festival has become one of Australia’s largest and most loved festivals. Featuring a multi venue main arena, free entertainment within the township, exhibitions, community market, interactive workshops, forums, themed concerts and showcases, theatre, film, writers program, roving performances, handmade crafts, great food and family friendly entertainment.
The picturesque, historic seaside township of Port Fairy is the place to be during the Victorian Labour Day long weekend in March, as we present the finest Artists from around the World in a four-day celebration of music, community and culture.
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NEWS & UPDATES
2024 Artist Applications Open Now!
2024 Artist Applications Open Now!As soon as the last festival gate closes we find ourselves already planning for next year! Always dreamt of climbing onto a Port Fairy Folk Festival stage? Now’s your chance to apply for our next festival. Applications are open now...
Mobile App Is Now Live!
Our mobile app is now live and ready!The Port Fairy Folk Festival app is now live! Download our popular app for free on your device today and start planning your 2023 Folkie. Apple iOS users click HERE, Google Android users click HERE. View the event schedule*, read...
Judy Collins Update
Judy Collins Update Due to a variety of unforeseen circumstances, Judy Collins will not be touring Australia as planned in 2023, including her scheduled performances at the Port Fairy Folk Festival. We are hopeful that Judy will be able to join us for the 2024, and we...
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