Fiddle & Folk Festival
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Explore New York State’s musical roots, and the influence on today’s music!
Saturday, August 15 & Sunday, August 16, 2026
10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Join us for the Fiddle & Folk Festival—a lively weekend of music, craft, and community that honors the rich folkways traditions of New York State. From foot-stomping fiddle tunes and handcrafted instruments to storytelling, dance, and the voices of a new generation, this festival invites guests of all ages to explore how music connects us across time. Rooted in history and alive with creativity, the Fiddle & Folk Festival brings together performers, makers, and music lovers in an immersive celebration of heritage and sound.
Fiddle & Folk Highlights
Performances All Day!
From the Great Meadow to the far reaches of the Historic Village, listen to the sounds of fiddle and folk as professional musicians, amateurs, and students entertain and delight.
Making the Music
Step into the world of instrument crafting with live demonstrations from talented artisans.
- Watch as traditional techniques bring wood, string, and skill together in real time—whether it’s violin-making, bow rehairing, or shaping a banjo from scratch.
- Explore hands-on exhibits with opportunities to ask questions, try your hand, and maybe even get a tune-up in the on-site instrument repair clinic.
Find Your Folk
Jam sessions welcome ALL. Bring your instrument, pull up a chair, and join fellow musicians in spontaneous sessions celebrating shared tunes and old-time camaraderie.
New to jamming? The Slow Jam space offers a relaxed, beginner-friendly environment where everyone’s encouraged to join in, learn by ear, and feel the joy of making music together. No stage, no pressure—just pure, unplugged fun.
Music in Motion
Music has always invited people to move! From contra and square dances to spirited reels–whether you know the steps or just feel the rhythm–our callers and musicians will guide you. Come for the music, stay for the joy of moving together.
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