Blue Ridge Folklife Festival
OrganizerBlue Ridge Institute & Museum, Ferrum CollegeUnclaimed
- Dates
- Oct 24, 2026
- Next date
- Oct 24, 2026
- Location
- Ferrum, VA
About the event
On the fourth Saturday of October, the Blue Ridge Folklife Festival has presented musicians, craftspeople, cooks, moonshiners, motorheads, mule jumpers, horse pullers, coon dog racers, and antique tractor buffs for a celebration of the rich heritage and traditions of the region. The 2026 festival will blend historic traditions with new experiences across campus. Lakeside areas and the 1800-style farm museum will celebrate the region’s long-standing folklife traditions, while Franklin Hall, Bassett Field, and the Franklin Hall Quad side of campus will showcase contemporary artisans, modern crafts, and interactive exhibits. Visitors can enjoy four stages of live music featuring traditional and contemporary Blue Ridge performers, and hear tales during the Henry Lee Law & Friends Storytelling sessions. Families will also find plenty to enjoy in the Children’s Area, featuring a petting zoo...
Dates & schedule
- Oct 24, 2026
- Venue
- Ferrum
- Ferrum, VA
- Good fit for
- Handmade & Crafts Collectibles
- On-site amenities
- rain or shine free admission accessible live music family friendly