The dates for our 2027 festival are Friday 24th, Saturday 25th and Sunday 26th September.

Thanks to Natalie at The Hexham Courant for a lovely article about our festival weekend. https://www.hexham-courant.co.uk/news/26590106.allen-valleys-folk-festival-lit-northumberland-valley/?ref=nativeshare?ref=nativeshare

WHAT a festival weekend! We are still buzzing from the energy, music, and magic of the festival, and our hearts are absolutely full. An event like this doesn’t just happen—it takes a community of passionate, dedicated people to bring it to life. We want to extend a massive, heartfelt thank you to everyone who made this weekend unforgettable: To our incredible Volunteers: You are the absolute backbone of this festival. From issuing and checking wristbands and guiding crowds to

To help you make the most of your weekend, we’ve put together a handy guide to local services and the best places to eat around the festival. We hope it comes in useful!