Port Fairy Folk Festival continues to build its much-anticipated line-up with a rich and wide-ranging fourth artist announcement, adding an inspiring mix of international guests, First Nations voices, beloved Australian songwriters, community collaborations and genre-defying performers to the iconic March long-weekend celebration.
From soul-stirring folk and roots to choral spectacles, experimental sounds and participatory experiences, this latest announcement reinforces Port Fairy Folk Festival’s reputation as one of Australia’s most inclusive, adventurous and deeply connected music gatherings.
Newly announced artists include Annahstasia (USA), Annie & The Caldwells (USA), Bumpy, Charley Castle & the Boys in the Well, Claymore, The Deserters, Ella Ion, Emily Wurramara, Gabby Steel, Grigoryan Brothers, Hassall, Irish Mythen (IRE/CAN), Kaitrock (USA), Kaurna Cronin, Lian Husi Timor, Liz Stringer, Maddie Jackway, Maggie Carty, Nick Charles, Queenie & Hank, Sam Evian (USA), Shane O’Mara & Jac Tonks, Sons of the East and Tin Shed Singers.
They’re joined by Feelds, Caisha Sprout, Crest of Crows, The Ocelots (IRE), Mountain Grass Unit (USA), Radical Son, The Southern Ocean Sea Band, The Lost Clog, and celebrated English duo While & Matthews (ENG), Fantastic Negrito (USA), Hannah Cohen (USA), Asmâa Hamzaoui & Bnat Timbouktou (MAR), Dallahan (SCO), El Pony Pisador (CAT/ESP) and Jim Lauderdale (USA).
These acts join a stellar cast of already announced artists including Iron & Wine (USA), Kasey Chambers, Emma Donovan’s Take Me To The River project, Willie Watson (USA), Felicity Urquhart & Josh Cunningham, Mary Coughlan (IRE), Åkervinda (SWE), Pierce Brothers, Rainbow Girls (USA), Elephant Sessions (SCO), Beoga (IRE) and many more. Festival Director Justin Rudge said “Every announcement adds a new chapter to the Port Fairy story — each one a celebration of connection through the shared culture of music and song.
This latest line-up brings together everything from Oakland blues to Moroccan trance, Appalachian string music and Catalan sea shanties, alongside the heart of Australian folk. Book your tickets and start planning your visit to Port Fairy. This is one festival you don’t want to miss!” Celebrated for its charming seaside setting, community warmth and sense of discovery, the Port Fairy Folk Festival continues its tradition as one of Australia’s most cherished and adventurous music gatherings.
Port Fairy Folk Festival takes place in Port Fairy, Victoria over the Labour Day long weekend, March 6-9 2026.
Tickets, accommodation options and full line-up can be found at portfairyfolkfestival.com
