Vancouver Folk Music Festival
@vanfolkfest.bsky.social
49 years of diverse, eclectic music in beautiful ʔəy̓alməxʷ / Iy̓álmexw Jericho Beach Park in Vancouver, Canada. www.vanfolkfest.ca
It was fantastic! And we can't wait for next year's 50th anniversary festival!
Vancouver Folk Music Festival@vanfolkfest.bsky.social · last mo.The 49th Annual Vancouver Folk Music Festival was a resounding success, and we have so many people to thank for it! Thank you to all our volunteers, vendors, funders, sponsors, suppliers, donors, and media partners - your support sustains our festival 🌻 See you July 16-18, 2027 for VFMF 50!!!
The 49th Annual Vancouver Folk Music Festival was a resounding success, and we have so many people to thank for it! Thank you to all our volunteers, vendors, funders, sponsors, suppliers, donors, and media partners - your support sustains our festival 🌻 See you July 16-18, 2027 for VFMF 50!!!
Admin! It's where the magic happens! And we couldn't do magic without the support of Telus Business. So thank you so much--without our data infrastructure? Nothing good would happen.
Come celebrate Spain's World Cup victory with @maruja.limon from Spain on our Main Stage at 6pm! 💃🎉🍾 Evening tickets get you in the gate from 5pm onward.
Fun in the sun and (responsible, delicious) beverages: Is there a more iconic combination? We are so proud to serve items from @backcountrybrewing, @hestercreekwinery @lacocteleriaastilleros @lonetreecider and @rodneyscaesar this year at our beverage gardens! Photos Sheila Say and @brendan_mcalpine
We’re having a great time meeting new and longtime fans of The Narwhal at @vanfolkfest.bsky.social! Stop by our table this weekend to say hi and get the chance to win a stand-up paddleboard 🏄
Getting into the groove at the 49th annual @vanfolkfest.bsky.social Outstanding day of music on Saturday, and more today! Woo Hoo!
The great @billybragg.bsky.social was tremendous last night at the 49th annual @vanfolkfest.bsky.social including his long-ago hit, Waiting for the Great Leap Forward! Happy trails, Comrade
We really enjoyed catching this heartfelt performance by Jeffrey Martin at the 49th annual @vanfolkfest.bsky.social yesterday. Why not check out today's finale and see who you discover?
Sauljaujui captivated on the South Stage, generously presented by our friends at @bctf.bsky.social @bcgeu.bsky.social and @cupebc.bsky.social! Photo by Jamie Chen.
Really looking forward to this @vanfolkfest.bsky.social performance! vancouversun.com/entertainmen...
Billy Bragg says events like the Vancouver Folk Music Festival build global unity
Billy Bragg headlines a great lineup at the Vancouver Folk Festival. The festival has a star-studded lineup for 2026: Learn more.
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We're tabling at @vanfolkfest.bsky.social this weekend! You'll find us in the Community Village section between the main stage and the south stage. Come say hi and chat with us about our Marine Protection, Strong Environmental Laws, and @suebigoil.bsky.social work. Hope to see you there 👋
Sun, grass, and the best live music by the water! The 2026 Vancouver Folk Music Festival is officially here. Bring your blankets, grab some food truck eats, and let’s make some memories at Jericho Beach Park. @vanfolkfest.bsky.social #VFMF2026 #VanFolkFest #VancouverMusic #LiveMusicVan
The 2026 Vancouver Folk Music Festival is officially here. Bring your blankets, grab some food truck eats, and let’s make some memories at Jericho Beach Park. Who are you most excited to see this weekend? @vanfolkfest.bsky.social #VFMF2026 #VanFolkFest #VancouverMusic #LiveMusicVan #JerichoBeach
Our festival couldn't happen without our amazing volunteers. And our volunteer program couldn't happen without the support of Westland Insurance. If you're on site, say hi! They're a lovely bunch! Photo: @brendan_mcalpine
my list of cool stuff to do in #Vancouver this weekend @rickshawtheatre.bsky.social @vanartgallery.bsky.social @viffest.bsky.social @spacecentreyvr.bsky.social @vanfolkfest.bsky.social @cityofsurrey.bsky.social @cityofvancouver.bsky.social
Newt's top 10 things to do in Vancouver this weekend, July 17 to 19
American stoner-metal band Corrosion of Conformity plays the Rickshaw Theatre on Friday, with guests Whores and Crobot.
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Our Executive Director Corbin Murdoch's on BC Today right now! Tune in to CBC Radio 1, or listen to the archived version here: www.cbc.ca/listen/live-...
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A little planning = a lot more festival 🌻 Here are 5 ways to make the most of this weekend: 1️⃣ Plan your commute @translink.ca 2️⃣ Download the Bettear App @wavefrontcentre.bsky.social 3️⃣ Plan for what artists to see 4️⃣ Scope out our food and drink vendors 5️⃣ Pack your festival kit before you go
Welcome Yagody! It’s been a long wait, but thankfully we won’t have to wait much longer. This contemporary Ukrainian folk band will be performing on: 🌿SAT 10:30 – 11:35am (West Stage) ➿SAT 4:40 – 5:50pm Global Ties that Bind (West Stage) Don’t miss your chance to see them live! Tickets in bio.
It’s officially build week! 🚧🎪 Shoutout to our amazing suppliers: Gearforce, Scene Ideas, TELUS Business, Scaff Base, Maple Leaf Disposal, Pit Stop Portable Toilet Services, Elevation Tent Rentals, Event Power, and Go Wireless for helping transform Jericho into a festival home. Thank you!
VFMF has been supported by union partners throughout much of its history and we are grateful for their continued commitment to the festival. 2026 Union Sponsors: BC Teachers' Federation (BCTF) Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE) BC General Employees' Union (BCGEU) Thank you!
What great Quebecois energy! So excited to have La Déferlance joining us from La Belle Provence. Catch them on: ⚜️SAT 4:40 – 5:50pm (East Stage) 🎻SUN 12:20 – 1:35pm Trad-ically Hip (East Stage) Get your tickets today! Link in bio.
Folk is for everyone! To make that possible, we have the following accommodations on-site: 💙 Access Volunteers ⛺ Access Tent ♿️ Wheelchair and Scooters loans from Motion 🧏 ASL 🦻 Bettear by @wavefrontcentre.bsky.social Special thanks to our access partners: @wavefrontcentre.bsky.social and Motion
Win your way to Folk Fest! ☀️🎶 If you’re spending the weekend at Khatsahlano, make sure to swing by our booth. Enter our raffle for a chance to win 2 weekend passes to this year’s festival, then stick around for our amazing lineup of Maple Stage artists!
We’re so excited to welcome the talented Sauljaljui (戴曉君) who’s visiting us all the way from southern Taiwan! Catch her at the following times, only at VFMF: 🌙 FRI 4:30 – 5:40pm (South Stage) 🌅 SAT 11:00 – 12:10pm Eastern Sunrise (South Stage) Tickets available via link in bio!
