Welcome to Wimborne Minster Folk Festival 2018
You can wander through Wimborne and enjoy any of the free shows, or buy tickets to see one of our headline acts.
Spank the Planks
Spank the Planks come from Bournemouth and specialise in Appalachian clog dancing, a style of American folk dance from the Appalachian Mountains.
Dancing in 2018
66 Dance teams have already confirmed for 2018. Many of your favourite teams and some brand new faces.
Buskers Bash 2018
On Saturday 14th April, Wimborne will come alive to the sound of traditional street entertainment from a range of buskers. Organised for the second year by the committee of Wimborne Minster Folk Festival. Calling all those of you who would like to take part in this year's Busker's Bash.
Events start in the square at 10:30 with Polly Morris and Buskers around town from 11:30.
Buy Tickets and Wristbands
Weekend and Day Passes are now on sale for the festival weekend.
Many event tickets are also available, more to come.
Laugh Out Loud 2018
Are you funny? Do you want a chance to prove it - on stage, in front of a warm, supportive audience? If your answer is YES! then our Laugh Out Loud New Act Competition is just right for you.
Live and Loud 2018
Live and Loud has been running for several years now with the intention of finding local talent from within the community to showcase their work during the festival.
The final was on 24th February (Status, Bowen & Pounds and The Darwins).
Tom Lewis
Tom is retired submariner, now living on dry land. His songs cover a wide range of nautical topics, from life on H.M. ships to traditional shanties.
Music in 2018
100 Music acts have already confirmed for 2018.
Official Festival Campsite
Plan your stay at the festival and book a pitch at Meadows Campsite, which is within a short few minute walk from the town centre.
