The Fleurieu Folk Festival, South Australia’s largest celebration of folk culture, will return to picturesque Willunga this October for one weekend filled with world-class live performances, and entertainment for all ages.
From October 27th to 29th, the Fleurieu Folk Festival will take over Willunga Oval where local musicians, Ella and Sienna and Siobhan Owen, will join a flock of artists from around the country (and world) to electrify the stage.
This year’s programme, once again under the direction of Valerie Corfield, promises something for everyone, with more than 50 acts from a vast range of genres including indie-pop, Celtic, blues, Americana, roots, blue grass and many more.
Valerie Corfield says she’s excited for festival goers to fill up their schedule across the action-packed weekend: “The Pigs from Victoria are guaranteed to put a smile on your face and bring out your inner hillbilly and we are so excited to offer a diverse range of acts, workshops, sessions, dance and open mic this year – our 17th festival!
“Remember to bring along your instruments and join in the lead sessions in Pete’s Bar, or put your name down on the board for a spot on the open mic stage in Café AcousticA. The kids activities and entertainment throughout the weekend will keep them engaged and amused. There truly is something for everyone,” she says.
Headlining this year, and fresh off the release of their debut EP Seven Ways To Say You’re Fine, Adelaide Hills duo Ella and Sienna are prepared to bring their ‘The Voice’ magic to the 2023 Fleurieu stage.
Also headlining, Khristian Mizzi from Victoria will bring his enchanting and moving lyrics to Willunga to captivate audiences with his hypnotic voice and charm.
Back by popular demand, the Space Jams Marquee is a youth-orientated safe space for all to flex their artistic expression, embrace the music, and to have fun and party.
The Space Jams programme was made possible through the festival’s reception of the SA Music Development Office See it LIVE grant, and is run by entrepreneur and musician Josh Morphett.
Spread across 10 venues, there will also be many workshops for you to enjoy and learn the delight of dance, poetry, and spoken word.
Performances and activities aside, the 2023 Fleurieu Folk Festival will host an abundance of vendors for local food, wine, coffee and market stalls that is sure to keep you busy.
With more than 50 acts, 10 stages, a plethora of activities, local shopping and eateries, and only three days to enjoy it all, October 27 to 29 is set to be your busiest weekend of the year.
Limited onsite camping will be available Friday and Saturday night.
For ticket sales and performer profiles, go to FleurieuFolkFestival.com
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