THE FESTIVAL FILE / 2026
National Folk Festival
Nov 13–15, 2026
Jackson, Mississippi
Official festival site
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Jackson, MSNational Folk FestivalNov 13–15
01 / THE MUSIC
The lineup.
- Annie & the Caldwells
- Capoeira Luanda
- Dat Mighty 9 feat. Big Chief Romeo
- Dexter Allen
- Eddie Cotton, Jr.
- Epi Martinez & Friends
- The Jerry Douglas Band
- Mavis Staples
- Melissa Carper & Emily Gimble
- Mississippi Alumni All-Star Band
- Mississippi Mass Choir
- Mystic Wind Choctaw Social Dance Group
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- Rahim AlHaj Trio
- Rahzel
- Raiatea Helm
- Rebolú
- Revival Worship from the Jackson Revival Center
- Rondalla Club of Los Angeles
- Savoy Family Cajun Band
- Stanley & the Ten Sleepless Knights
- Steppin' in the 'Sip
- Tay Cheesy
- Winnsboro Easter Rock Ensemble
- 40+ Double Dutch Club
- Jeghetto
- Shawn Lawrence
- White Tiger Lion Dance Team
- Alan Sibley & the Magnolia Ramblers
- Cedric Burnside
- Eden Brent
- Edna Nicole & Rev. Slim
- Hollywood Luck
- Jemero Carter & Kingdomology
- Lady Trucker
- Los Preeminentes
- Rising Stars Fife & Drum
02 / GETTING IN
Know your ticket.
This festival is free. There is no admission ticket. Last checked 2026-09-04.
03 / BEFORE YOU GO
The practical details.
- WHERE
- Jackson, Mississippi
- CAMPING
- Not confirmed
- AGE POLICY
- Check with the organizer
- DATES
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