Upper Salford Township · every August
Philadelphia Folk Festival 2027
One of the longest-running folk festivals in North America, held every August on the Old Pool Farm about 45 minutes outside Philadelphia. Seven stages of traditional and contemporary folk run from late morning to midnight, wrapped around craft vendors, food trucks, educational workshops, camping and hands-on activities for all ages. Presented by the Philadelphia Folksong Society; children under 5 get in free with an adult.
Quick questions
- When is Philadelphia Folk Festival?
- Usually held in August. This year's exact dates appear above as soon as the organizer announces them.
- Where is it held?
- Old Pool Farm, Upper Salford Township.
- Is it good for kids?
- Philadelphia Folk Festival is a Philadelphia family guide — it is picked with kids in mind. The event listing above shows age guidance when the organizer provides it.
Dates for the next edition are usually announced closer to August. Until then, see what's on this weekend in Philadelphia.
Updated September 11, 2026 — this guide refreshes whenever the organizer announces dates.