Festival News

Canada is Live Music

April 8, 2025

Canada’s thriving live music industry is a cultural and economic powerhouse that embodies the essence of Canadian identity. The industry represents an extraordinary opportunity for tourism, job creation, artist development,…

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New Artists Added to the 2025 Lineup!

March 27, 2025

We’re excited to announce the latest additions to our 2025 Festival lineup! Keep reading to learn a little more about the incredible artists joining our already stellar lineup, bringing even…

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2025 Winnipeg Folk Festival Lineup Announced!

March 7, 2025

Song: “Good Together” by Lake Street Dive Artwork by Roberta Landreth Experience 50 years of Winnipeg Folk Fest magic! Our extraordinary 2025 lineup features musical legends and rising stars! This…

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2025 Food Vendors Announced!

February 27, 2025

The countdown is on—just 133 days until the 50th Winnipeg Folk Festival! While the music lineup may be the biggest announcement of the year, it’s time to reveal the second…

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Little Stage in the Exchange

January 15, 2025

We’re so excited to announce the launch of our Little Stage in the Exchange sessions. This exciting new initiative will showcase a curated selection of performances and creative works from…

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2025 Tickets on Sale NOW!

December 2, 2024

Get ready to celebrate 50 years of people and music at the 2025 Winnipeg Folk Fest! Treat yourself or your favourite folkie to the ultimate holiday gift… tickets to the…

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Come Work with Us!

October 8, 2024

Joining the team at the Winnipeg Folk Festival is an exciting opportunity to be part of one of Canada’s most celebrated music festivals. As a team member, you’ll have the…

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Campground Creation Contest Winners!

July 30, 2024

We’re thrilled to announce the winners of the Campground Creation Contest! The winner of the popular vote, with a total of 1,145 votes, is The Running Joke Tavern by Belair!…

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Join Us in the Festival Campground

July 8, 2024

We’re so excited to welcome you all back! We can’t wait to see your smiling faces enjoying the music, the great outdoors, and each other’s company. There’s a lot of…

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50/50 Raffle

July 4, 2024

The winning number is: # FF2-444293 Buy your 50/50 Raffle tickets online or at the Festival in July for a chance to win big. The winning ticket will be drawn…

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