Seven stages, 30+ performing groups, Virginia Folklife Area demonstration area, Folk Arts Marketplace, ethnic foods and more!

Last year more than 175,000 people made their way to historic downtown Richmond's riverfront for a fantastic weekend of music, dance and culture from across America! The National may be moving to Butte, Montana, but the Richmond Folk Festival will be back this year and the event will look and feel exactly like what you have enjoyed over the last three years! Thank you for making this event such a huge success! Check out a slideshow of all the fun!

No pets please! Your furry friends will be more comfortable at home. See more tips for making your festival experience successful!

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August 15, 2008
Richmond Folk Festival
Announces Virginia Folklife Area

August 1, 2008
Richmond Folk Festival
Announces Five More Performing Groups

June 26, 2008
Volunteer Sign-up has begun for Richmond Folk Festival

May 22, 2008
Richmond Folk Festival
Announces First Six Performing Groups

January 14, 2008
Now accepting application for musical performers and food vendors for the 2008 festival.

October 16, 2007
Richmond, Virginia Breaks National Folk Festival Attendance Record

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