Festivals

The Washington Folk Festival returns to Glen Echo Park, August 23, 12noon to 7:00pm. Now a one-day event, expect a jam-packed roster full of dancing, storytelling, and music ranging from American to International styles. Bluegrass, Celtic, Americana, blues, and Zydeco, as well as folk music from around the world including a special Middle Eastern track this year. Six stages, including a revival of the family-focused kid-friendly dedicated area, hundreds of performers, food trucks, picnic tables, and it’s all FREE! Donations gratefully accepted. Please note that parking is on-site this and limited so car-pooling is highly recommended.

Join Nothin’ Fancy, Rhonda Vincent & The Rage, The Grascals, Chosen Road, Authentic Unlimited, Fast Track, Amanda Cook, Southern Legacy, Larry Stephenson Band, Dave Adkins, Blue Ridge Thunder, Pitney Meyer and the Malpass Brothers for 3 days of bluegrass goodness! https://www.nothinfancybluegrass.com/default.asp?loadpage=festival for more information, or for the ticketing link directly, that’s at https://www.itickets.com/events/483923.html.

Celebrating a vibrant tapestry of music and culture, the Takoma Park Folk Festival returns to Takoma Park Middle School with 6 stages featuring a variety of musical genres, a juried craft show, food from around the world, community tables with representatives of local nonprofit groups, and big fun for little ones at the Children’s Nook! And NEW THIS YEAR: a jam tent where musicians can play with each other! Join us for a full day of music, art, food, and community!

FREE ADMISSION!  Rain or Shine. Free Parking and Shuttles. Details at https://www.tpff.org