Common Folk Festival
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The 2nd Annual Common Folk Festival will be held at Regent Sports And Social Club in Leicester on September 25, 2026. The celebration commences with a complimentary 'Song and Shanty' session accessible to all attendees. This is followed by an evening concert featuring the ticketed performances of The Rye Sisters, Bella Gaffney, and Roger Wilson. On Sunday, participants are invited to take part in eight free workshops that cover various instruments and performance arts, including Mountain Dulcimers, Drums, Violins and Cellos, as well as Singing, Spoken Word, Morris Dance, and Greek Folk Dance. This diverse programme aims to foster a community of enthusiasts from all walks of life, encouraging the exploration and appreciation of traditional folk music and dance.
The festival opens on Friday evening with a free ‘Song and Shanty’ session open to all ticket holders. On Saturday, the ticketed concert begins at 7.30 pm in the main hall, featuring performances by The Rye Sisters, Bella Gaffney and Roger Wilson. Sunday’s programme includes eight free workshops, each lasting one hour, covering Mountain Dulcimers, Drums, Violins and Cellos, Singing, Spoken Word, Morris Dance and Greek Folk Dance. The day concludes with a Ceilidh Dance in the same venue.
All workshops are included with a Saturday concert ticket and run between 10 am and 5 pm on Sunday. The venue is fully accessible, with step-free access to the main hall and workshop spaces. Light refreshments will be available to purchase throughout the weekend.
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Frequently asked questions
Common Folk Festival takes place on Friday, 25 September 2026. The event runs until Sunday, 27 September 2026.
Common Folk Festival is held at Regent Sports And Social Club in Leicester (102 Regent Road, Leicester, LE1 7DA).
Tickets for Common Folk Festival are priced at £15. Live prices and availability are shown on visitleicester.info.
The forecast for Common Folk Festival is Light drizzle · high 18°C, low 12°.
Yes — hotels within walking distance of Regent Sports And Social Club can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
Common Folk Festival is performing at Common Folk Festival.
Tickets for Common Folk Festival can be booked via visitleicester.info using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
Common Folk Festival
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About this event
The 2nd Annual Common Folk Festival will be held at Regent Sports And Social Club in Leicester on September 25, 2026. The celebration commences with a complimentary 'Song and Shanty' session accessible to all attendees. This is followed by an evening concert featuring the ticketed performances of The Rye Sisters, Bella Gaffney, and Roger Wilson.
On Sunday, participants are invited to take part in eight free workshops that cover various instruments and performance arts, including Mountain Dulcimers, Drums, Violins and Cellos, as well as Singing, Spoken Word, Morris Dance, and Greek Folk Dance. This diverse programme aims to foster a community of enthusiasts from all walks of life, encouraging the exploration and appreciation of traditional folk music and dance.
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Details
The festival opens on Friday evening with a free ‘Song and Shanty’ session open to all ticket holders. On Saturday, the ticketed concert begins at 7.30 pm in the main hall, featuring performances by The Rye Sisters, Bella Gaffney and Roger Wilson. Sunday’s programme includes eight free workshops, each lasting one hour, covering Mountain Dulcimers, Drums, Violins and Cellos, Singing, Spoken Word, Morris Dance and Greek Folk Dance. The day concludes with a Ceilidh Dance in the same venue.
All workshops are included with a Saturday concert ticket and run between 10 am and 5 pm on Sunday. The venue is fully accessible, with step-free access to the main hall and workshop spaces. Light refreshments will be available to purchase throughout the weekend.
Details written from the information supplied by the event organiser.
❓ Frequently asked questions
When is Common Folk Festival?
Common Folk Festival takes place on Friday, 25 September 2026. The event runs until Sunday, 27 September 2026.
Where is Common Folk Festival taking place?
Common Folk Festival is held at Regent Sports And Social Club in Leicester (102 Regent Road, Leicester, LE1 7DA).
How much are tickets for Common Folk Festival?
Tickets for Common Folk Festival are priced at £15. Live prices and availability are shown on visitleicester.info.
What will the weather be like at Common Folk Festival?
The forecast for Common Folk Festival is Light drizzle · high 18°C, low 12°.
Is there anywhere to stay near Common Folk Festival?
Yes — hotels within walking distance of Regent Sports And Social Club can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
Who is performing at Common Folk Festival?
Common Folk Festival is performing at Common Folk Festival.
How do I get tickets for Common Folk Festival?
Tickets for Common Folk Festival can be booked via visitleicester.info using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
🏨 Staying overnight?
Hotels within walking distance of Regent Sports And Social Club
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Price
£15
Date
Until Sunday, 27 September 2026
Weather
chance of rain 24% · wind up to 14 km/h
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