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Knockengorroch World Ceilidh

21 May - 24 May 2026
Experience the magic of spring amid Scotland’s wild hills at the Knockengorroch World Ceilidh. Set in the beautiful countryside of Carsphairn, Dumfries and Galloway, this four-day festival (21&n...

Folk Roots Singer-songwriter

The Orkney Folk Festival

21 May - 24 May 2026
The Orkney Folk Festival returns to the charming harbour town of Stromness from 21 to 24 May 2026. Nestled on the scenic northern shores of Scotland, Stromness transforms into a vibrant hub of music a...

Folk Dance Country Acoustic Roots Singer-songwriter

Cursus Cider & Music Festival

22 May - 24 May 2026
Cursus Cider & Music Festival In 2026, the Cursus Cider & Music Festival returns to the heart of the Dorset countryside. Set on Myncen Farm near Blandford Forum, the festival is intentionally kept sm...

Folk Bit Of Everything Country Blues Acoustic Bluegrass Singer-songwriter

Chippenham Folk Festival

22 May - 25 May 2026
Set in the charming Wiltshire market town of Chippenham, the Chippenham Folk Festival is a vibrant four-day celebration of music, dance and community life. The 2026 festival runs from 22nd through 25t...

Folk Dance Acoustic Roots Singer-songwriter

Radio 1's Big Weekend

22 May - 24 May 2026
Get ready to experience the ultimate live music celebration with Radio 1's Big Weekend! Scheduled from Friday 22 May 2026 to Sunday 24 May 2026, this three-day festival is set to deliver excitement, e...

Rock Pop Dance Alt\Indie Bit Of Everything Metal Acoustic House Drum & Bass Singer-songwriter

Sidmouth International Jazz & Blues Festival

22 May - 25 May 2026
In late May, the charming seaside town of Sidmouth in Devon transforms into a lively music stage for the Sidmouth International Jazz & Blues Festival. For one sun-soaked weekend each year, the tow...

Jazz Bit Of Everything Blues Acoustic Singer-songwriter

Elderflower Fields Festival

22 May - 25 May 2026
Join us for four unforgettable days of family fun at Elderflower Fields Festival, taking place from 22–25 May 2026 in the rolling hills of Ashdown Forest near Nutley (Uckfield) in East Sussex. N...

Folk Alt\Indie Acoustic Singer-songwriter World music

The Big Retreat Festival

22 May - 25 May 2026
Imagine a four-day escape where relaxation and adventure come together. The Big Retreat Festival (22–25 May 2026) invites you to peaceful Lawrenny Park Estate in West Wales, on the edge of the P...

Jazz Folk Pop Bit Of Everything Country Blues Acoustic Roots Singer-songwriter

A Stone's Throw

23 May 2026
A Stone’s Throw Festival For one day each late spring, the coastal town of North Shields (just east of Newcastle) becomes a vibrant multi-venue music festival. A Stone’s Throw is an independent celeb...

Rock Folk Dance Alt\Indie Bit Of Everything Acoustic Singer-songwriter

Dot to Dot festival (Bristol)

23 May 2026
Get ready for the ultimate one-day music party with Dot To Dot Festival in Bristol! This annual event takes over the city each spring, turning Bristol into a live music playground. Picture an indie-mu...

Rock Folk Dance Alt\Indie Urban Acoustic Hip Hop Electronic Singer-songwriter