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Ken Wilson
Folk

Ken Wilson

The Alpaca, N1 8LU [Venue Details]

from Teesside, sang with his siblings in the Wilson Family for many years,

Monday,
18 May 2026
Doors open
@ 6.00pm

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Forest Blakk
Alt / Indie Folk Pop

Forest Blakk

The Lower Third, The Lower Third (down), WC2H 8NJ [Venue Details]

Presented by Communion ONE

Monday,
18 May 2026
@7.00pm

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New Moon - A Night of New Music
Alt / Indie Folk Jazz

New Moon - A Night of New Music

The Half Moon, SW15 1EU [Venue Details]

A night of new music and discovery. Featuring the best emerging singer-songwriters and bands.

Founded in January 2017, New Moon gives music fans the chance to experience outstanding up-and-coming acts from across the UK, Europe, and beyond.

Monday,
18 May 2026
Doors open
@ 7.30pm

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Paul Simon
Folk Rock

Paul Simon

The London Palladium, W1F 7TF [Venue Details]

Paul Simon is coming to The London Palladium in May 2026!

Monday,
18 May 2026
@8.00pm

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John Hegley
Folk

John Hegley

The Alpaca, N1 8LU [Venue Details]

returns to his native borough, Islington (from home in neighbouring Hackney), to sing songs of his family’s history

Monday,
18 May 2026
@8.00pm

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Tannahill Weavers
Folk

Tannahill Weavers

Croydon Folk Club, CR0 1BD [Venue Details]

Born of a session in Paisley, Scotland, and named for the town's historic weaving industry and local poet laureate Robert Tannahill, the Tannahill Weavers have made an international name for their special brand of Celtic music,

Monday,
18 May 2026
@8.15pm

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Elly O’Keeffe and Alan Daniel Tobin
Country Folk Roots

Elly O’Keeffe and Alan Daniel Tobin

Green Note Ltd, Green Note, NW1 7AN [Venue Details]

Elly O’Keeffe is a London based Irish Singer/Songwriter taking her influences from a range of sources including Folk/Roots/Celtic/Country/Blues.

“The lyrics and beauty of Elly’s songs are wondrous. Her music touches your soul.

Monday,
18 May 2026
@8.30pm

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Alkanna Graeca: live at The Jazz Cafe
Folk Various genres World

Alkanna Graeca: live at The Jazz Cafe

The Jazz Cafe, NW1 7PG [Venue Details]

Vocal trio Alkanna Graeca weave Balkan folk traditions, historic Mediterranean music, and the sounds of the Black Sea together for a unique show at The Jazz Cafe.

Tuesday,
19 May 2026
@7.00pm

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Natalie Wildgoose
Folk

Natalie Wildgoose

The Old Church, N16 9ES [Venue Details]

Parallel Lines Presents

Natalie Wildgoose

Plus Special Guests

Tuesday,
19 May 2026
@7.00pm

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Steve Pretty (and friends) On the Origin of the Pieces
Classical Folk Jazz

Steve Pretty (and friends) On the Origin of the Pieces

Wilton's Music Hall, E1 8JB [Venue Details]

Steve Pretty is best known as bandleader of internationally-renowned brass pioneers Hackney Colliery Band (‘one of the greatest live bands that we have in this country’ BBC Radio 2)

Tuesday,
19 May 2026
@7.00pm

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Tim d’Aboville – Live in London
Folk Pop

Tim d’Aboville – Live in London

The Star of Kings, N1 0AX [Venue Details]

Catch Tim d’Aboville live in London for an unforgettable night of folk-pop music and good vibes!

Catch Tim d’Aboville performing live for the first time of 2026 in London!

Tuesday,
19 May 2026
Doors open
@ 7.00pm

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WesternAF presents: Chris Acker x Northcote x Rachel Baiman
Americana Country Folk

WesternAF presents: Chris Acker x Northcote x Rachel Baiman

Hootananny Brixton, SW2 1DF [Venue Details]

Western AF European Tour

Western AF is a live performance video channel that documents authentic modern singers and songwriters for the archives of history. Capturing raw and powerful sessions with singer-songwriters and showing that a good song can dig deep into your heart and soul!

Tuesday,
19 May 2026
Doors open
@ 7.00pm

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Irish/ENGLISH trad session
Folk

Irish/ENGLISH trad session

Skehan's, SE14 5SN [Venue Details]

Music, when swift voices die, vibrates in the memory. Alternates every Tuesday.

Tuesday,
19 May 2026
@7.00pm

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Halle Stone — Showcase Night at The Camden Club
Experimental Folk Rock

Halle Stone — Showcase Night at The Camden Club

The Camden Club, NW1 8AN [Venue Details]

A night to discover something new.

Halle Stone takes the stage for a special showcase night — bringing her sound, her style, and a live performance that’s all about connection, atmosphere, and being in the moment.

Tuesday,
19 May 2026
@7.00pm

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New Lands: Richard Lewis + Odina
Alt / Indie Folk Pop

New Lands: Richard Lewis + Odina

The Ivy House, SE15 3BE [Venue Details]

Come along to another edition of New Lands, and you can listen to the addictive tones of Richard Lewis and the wizardry that is Odina.

Odina is the solo project of Catalan singer, songwriter, and composer Blanca Romeo de la Higuera.

Tuesday,
19 May 2026
@7.30pm

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YAMATO The Drummers of Japan
Folk

YAMATO The Drummers of Japan

The Peacock Theatre, WC2A 2HT [Venue Details]

Feel the power of YAMATO The Drummers of Japan

In May 2026, the thunder returns.

After electrifying London audiences in 2019 and again in 2024 with Wings of the Phoenix, YAMATO now unveil their brand-new production: Hito no Chikara – The Power of Human Strength.

Tuesday,
19 May 2026
@7.30pm

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Faroese & Icelandic Takeover: New Nordics
Folk Hip Hop Pop

Faroese & Icelandic Takeover: New Nordics

Colours, N1 6NU [Venue Details]

Fresh from performing at the Great Escape, Faroese Music Export (FMX) and Iceland Music are proud to present four of the Nordic's most exciting up-and-coming artists.

Tuesday,
19 May 2026
Doors open
@ 7.30pm

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Sharp’s Folk Club
Folk

Sharp’s Folk Club

Cecil Sharp House, NW1 7AY [Venue Details]

The world-famous traditional singing night.

The best-known floor singers’ night in London – trad songs & tunes, ballads, shanties, rousing choruses, and more, with the best folk harmonies in the Capital. Perform up front, or join the chorus from the audience and help us blow the roof off.

Tuesday,
19 May 2026
@7.30pm

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BLAIR DAVIE Plus SUPPORTS TBA
Alt / Indie Folk Pop

BLAIR DAVIE Plus SUPPORTS TBA

The Troubadour, SW5 9JA [Venue Details]

Blair Davie’s story is one of perseverance. This young Scottish artist is destined to be one of our most inspiring new stars, who possesses one of those rare voices that has the power to speak to our very souls.

Tuesday,
19 May 2026
@8.00pm

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Viv & Riley
Alt / Indie Folk

Viv & Riley

Green Note Ltd, Green Note, NW1 7AN [Venue Details]

Viv & Riley’s sound is old-soul roots music to its core, elegantly combining a traditional backbone with the fresh iconic melodies of future-leaning indie-folk, and the tightly wound vocal harmonies of the old-time and classic country music they came from.

Tuesday,
19 May 2026
@8.30pm

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Celtic Session
Folk

Celtic Session

Jamboree, WC1X 9HH [Venue Details]

Our weekly traditional Jamboree Celtic session! Come and enjoy the warmth and beauty of this special music with us. Musicians with a background in Irish trad are welcome to bring their instrument and join in.

Tuesday,
19 May 2026
@8.30pm

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The Willis Ordeal
Folk Jazz Soul

The Willis Ordeal

Next Door Records, W12 7LJ [Venue Details]

"London-based project The Willis Ordeal delivers an inviting and organic charm”, with “quirky yet meaningful” songwriting that has “a strong ethos, poignant, understated lyrics, and an effortless classicality”.

Wednesday,
20 May 2026
@7.00pm

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Kate Rusby - The Springshine Tour
Folk

Kate Rusby - The Springshine Tour

Cadogan Hall, SW1X 9DQ [Venue Details]

Kate Rusby and her Singy Songy Session Band return with a new tour celebrating renewal, song, and connection.

Wednesday,
20 May 2026
@7.00pm

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Kingfishr
Alt / Indie Folk

Kingfishr

O2 Academy Brixton, SW9 9SL [Venue Details]

Quickly established themselves as one of the largest rising prospects in Irish music, Kingfishr extends their headline tour in celebration of their latest album Halcyon, known for its grand, atmospheric tone married with catchy melodies.

Wednesday,
20 May 2026
Doors open
@ 7.00pm

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Chance Peña
Alt / Indie Folk Pop

Chance Peña

Roundhouse, NW1 8EH [Venue Details]

Rising from East Texas to international acclaim, Chance Peña is a 25-year-old artist, songwriter, and producer whose music bridges heartfelt storytelling with modern indie-folk and pop influences.

Wednesday,
20 May 2026
@7.00pm

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79 Events today| Mon. 18 May