One of the longest running folk festivals in the world returns in a refreshed shape for 2026: a week of citywide shows building to a two day weekend at its leafy Cherry Hinton Hall home. Frank Turner, Suzanne Vega and Richard Thompson top a bill that stretches across folk, Americana and blues, with two main stages, street performers and free entry for children. Already sold out.
Cambridge Folk Festival returns in 2026, running 1-2 Aug at Cherry Hinton Hall, Cambridge. It is set up to work for families, so all ages are welcome.
Expect a leafy parkland, storied, roots music feel. Folk, americana, roots fans will feel right at home, with past lineups featuring Frank Turner, Suzanne Vega, Richard Thompson.
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