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Don't miss the 49th Girvan Traditional Folk Festival this weekend!

1 May 24
by Nathon Jones
Girvan Traditional Folk Festival

We've got lots going on at The Vault Arts Centre this weekend, but if you're of a folk music persuasion then make sure you get along to Girvan Traditional Folk Festival which runs from 3rd-5th May 2024 and features concerts, session trail, workshops, competitions, festival fair and family events.

This year's line-up is fantastic, and includes Craobh Rua, Christine Kydd & Fiona Ross, Scott Gardiner, Claire Mann, Rab Wilson, Jim Bainbridge, Tom Oakes, Aneta Dortova & Friends, Rose Byers, Seilach Fire Show, Magnus Turpie Band, The Macrae Family, Bob 'Buff' Wilson & Friends, Strandline Singers, The Dodgy Jumpers and The Roving Pedlars.

Girvan Traditional Folk Festival Website

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Trad Music Trust

Newton Stewart & Minnigaff Traditional Music & Dance Festival will celebrate its 10th anniversary over 11th-13th July 2025. It's an incredible achievement. The charity has created a viable, sustainable, event that continues to grow and develop, proudly celebrating the very best in traditional Scottish, Irish and World music. Make sure you book early for what is shaping up to be the biggest event yet!

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