Our Musical Philosophy

Our goal is to showcase the best folk, celtic, bluegrass, blues, gospel, and singer-songwriters, that we can book from anywhere in the world.

It's a balancing act. 
We try to blend all these music traditions to offer something for every musical taste and to create interesting main stage line-ups and sessions where diverse styles can be shared.

We strive to achieve the following:

• Examples of folk music from all around the world
• An eclectic mix of familiar favourites, big names and first-time artists

Want to be considered?

Submissions are generally open in the fall from the beginning of October to the end of November.

If you would like to be considered for the 2024 festival, submissions are now open. Deadline to submit is November 30, 2023.

EPK applications may be sent directly to: twickham@edmontonfolkfest.org

Or send your CD or package to:

Box 4130
Edmonton, AB, Canada
T6E 4T2

Edmonton Folk Music Festival is not primarily a new performer festival, only a small portion of our acts are booked from unsolicited applications.

What if I want to recommend a performer?

Email your suggestion to me at  twickham@edmontonfolkfest.org

I can't promise to book your favourite artist but this input helps me program the festival. You never know - your discovery might become mine also!

Terry Wickham, Producer