Port Fairy Folk Festival today announced a second wave of artists for the 2026 event, adding an exciting and diverse collection of local and international talent to the 49th Festival line up of the much-loved seaside celebration of traditional and contemporary music from across the globe.
Joining the Port Fairy Folk Festival line up for 2026 are:
Basset (CAN)
Delivering warm harmonies and finely-crafted songs, this Canadian folk duo brings storytelling to life through lush instrumentation and heartfelt performances.
The Cartridge Family
Melbourne’s favourite alt-country outfit known for their sharp wit, clever lyricism and classic country twang.
Chloe Foy (ENG)
A mesmerising singer-songwriter whose rich, emotive voice and delicate arrangements have won critical acclaim across the UK and beyond.
Dan Webster & Emily Lawler (ENG)
A dynamic pairing blending Americana, folk and fiddle-led arrangements into stirring performances.
Darren Hanlon
Beloved troubadour and lyrical craftsman, Hanlon’s songs brim with charm, wit and timeless storytelling.
The Gathering
A collaborative project uniting diverse musical voices to celebrate connection, culture and community.
GK
A rising voice in contemporary folk, hip hop and R&B weaving soulful melodies with raw honesty.
Inn Echo (CAN)
A powerhouse trio from Prince Edward Island whose fiddle-driven sound blends traditional Celtic with modern energy.
Jeffrey Martin (USA)
An acclaimed American songwriter known for his poetic lyricism, rugged folk sound and captivating live shows.
Kankawa Nagarra
Esteemed First Nations artist whose songs carry stories of Country, culture and resilience.
Kasey Chambers
One of Australia’s most treasured voices, bringing her genre-defining blend of country and folk to the Festival stage.
Kris Mizzi
An award-winning songwriter with a reputation for heartfelt, finely wrought ballads.
Lloyd Spiegel Trio
A commanding blues ensemble led by one of the country’s most respected guitarists and storytellers.
Rainbow Girls (USA)
An eclectic Californian trio serving up infectious harmonies, playful energy and genre-bending folk.
Robbie Cavanagh (ENG)
A captivating singer-songwriter with a knack for soulful Americana and beautifully tender ballads.
Willie Watson (USA)
Folk icon and founding member of Old Crow Medicine Show, revered for his authentic voice and deep reverence for traditional song.
More than 100 artists will perform across four major stages on the Port Fairy Folk Festival arena, as well as within venues and halls around the Port Fairy village.
Port Fairy Folk Festival Program Director Justin Rudge said the four-day weekend promises to be filled with unmissable moments of world-class music.
“For the 49th Festival, we’re excited to be presenting a program of wishlist artists from all around the world. From international stars Iron & Wine, Willie Watson, The Rainbow Girls and The Swell Season to local legends Kasey Chambers, Emma Donovan and Darren Hanlon, there really is something for every folk music lover.
“We encourage fans and Folkies to secure their tickets and accommodation early as tens of thousands of music lovers will descend upon Port Fairy come Labour Day long weekend!” said Justin.
Port Fairy Folk Festival is one of Australia’s longest running and most beloved music festivals, drawing audiences from across the country and around the world for nearly five decades. In 2027 the Port Fairy Folk Festival will celebrate its 50th anniversary, a celebration that has driven awareness and economic impact for the regional township of Port Fairy.
The Port Fairy Folk Festival runs across the Labour Day long weekend, 6-9 March 2026, in the coastal town of Port Fairy, and promises another unforgettable program celebrating the best in folk and roots music from across the globe.
Early Bird Tickets for the 2026 Port Fairy Folk Festival are available now via the ticketing page.
Youth Tickets for 13–17-year-olds are available and children aged 12 and under are free with a parent/guardian.
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For tens of thousands of years the Pyipgil Gundidj clan has gathered in ceremony on this country. Since 1977 the Port Fairy Folk Festival has been celebrated each year on the land of the Pyipgil Gundidj clans – on Peek Whurrong country. The Port Fairy Folk Festival pays their respects to elders past, present and emerging and acknowledges that the land we gather on each year for the Festival is the traditional lands of the Peek Whurrong people.
