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NEWS

  • Folk Festivals Fundraiser – Sun 3 Nov

    Join us for an important fundraiser for both our festival and our dear friends Fairbridge Festival, this Sunday 3 November at 6pm. Four wonderful acts have donated their music in the spirit of solidarity and collaboration. Put your hands together for: The Albany Shantymen, Pete Usher, The Skipjacks and Just Fiddling! More details here.

  • 2024 Highlights

    Thanks to the handywork of Ella Vervest (footage and video production) and Josephine Hayes (footage), we have published a ‘Highlights Reel’ to celebrate the successes of this year’s festival. Watch the video here: https://vimeo.com/1015201837

  • 2025 Dates and Scottish Theme Announced!
    It’s official… Albany International Folk ‘n’ Shanty Festival will be a celebration of all things Scottish, taking place from Friday 11th to Sunday 13th July, 2025. Watch this space for more news.