The Port Fairy Folk Festival returns to Port Fairy, Australia from March 6-9, 2026, showcasing an impressive lineup of 34 artists spanning folk, indie folk, Irish folk, Celtic folk, and pop genres. Headlined by acclaimed acts including Iron & Wine, The Swell Season, Kasey Chambers, and Willie Watson, the festival features a diverse international roster with performers from Australia, Ireland, the United Kingdom, United States, and Netherlands. Notable artists include Beoga, Blair Dunlop, Emma Donovan, Mary Coughlan, Pierce Brothers, and Steve Poltz, offering festival-goers a rich blend of traditional and contemporary folk music. This four-day celebration of folk music culture presents both established legends and emerging talents from the global folk scene.
Featured Artists
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Kasey Chambers
Mount Gambier, Australia

Iron & Wine
Chapel Hill, North Carolina

Steve Poltz
Nashville, Tennessee

Rainbow Girls
San Francisco, California

Beoga
County Antrim, Northern Ireland

Willie Watson
Watkins Glen, New York

The Swell Season
Dublin, Ireland
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