Live music and dance for Derby Folk Festival Fringe

About the Event

Join us for live music and dance at Derby Market Hall, as part of Derby Folk Festival Fringe.

Derby Folk Festival brightens the city centre each October, bringing fantastic artists from the broad world of folk music right into the heart of the city.

Alongside the ticketed elements, there’s an expanded free “fringe” programme, allowing people to access different parts of the festival with no entry fees.

As part of that, there’s music and dance in Derby Market Hall through Saturday and Sunday – bringing a showcase of performances indoors… and it’s all free.

DANCE DISPLAYS

We’ll have traditional dance displays from a range of teams and traditions through Saturday and Sunday - you’ll see Cotswold, North-West, Border, Rapper, Clog - and more! You’ll even have a chance to see, and have-a-go at Maypole (or Octopole, given the month!) dancing. All curated by the FOLK3D team.

CEILIDH

We’ve got a real treat for dancers this year, as the wonderful Bellamira are joining us!

Bellamira are a small, tight band with a big sound and an inexhaustible sense of fun. Robyn’s squeeze-box is punchy and exuberant. Josie layers ferocious fiddle harmonies, and her singing is powerful and unaffected. Paddy channels the energy of the sea shanty in his guitar and singing. Mina’s drums lift the dancing and sparkle with atmosphere and joy. The dances will be called by our good friend Phil Preen, who will welcome you whether you’re a seasoned dancer, or fancy giving it a go for the first time.

The full programme for the free events across the city is available at the Derby Folk Festival website with more being added and updated right up to the festival.

Dates & Times

Prices & Offers

• Free

Location

Derby Market Hall

Derby Market Hall, Tenant Street, Derby, Derbyshire, United Kingdom, DE1 2DB

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