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The FREE FRINGE CELEBRATION, spreading some festival fun into the heart of Cobargo village returns. Enjoy the art & music and soak up the village atmosphere.

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So many

Performers

Celebrating 30 years of community music-making with a cracking line-up of local, national and international performers performing over 3 days, the Cobargo Folk Festival offers a rich tapestry of live music and performing arts. From diverse musical genres to engaging creative performances, there’s something to captivate and entertain attendees of all ages and interests.

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Youth Stage

The Crossing

OUR STAGE. YOUR MOMENT.

NOW OPEN – close 20 November

For almost 20 years, The Crossing Land Education Trust has been launching careers through The Crossing Youth Stage – a supportive space designed to help young performers grow.

Raw talent. Real music.

This is your chance.

ABOUT THE CROSSING
Thank You

Volunteers

Our festival thrives thanks to the dedication of our wonderful volunteers. If you’d like to be part of this vibrant community, visit our volunteer page to learn more and join us in making the festival a memorable experience for everyone.

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Sustainable

Zero Landfill

Our goal is to minimise waste and work towards zero landfill. We are honoured to have won the 2023 Tidy Towns Sustainability Award for our Zero Landfill Project.

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All the fun at

Kidbargo!

Kidbargo provides a fun, creative space for children and families.

As well as a fun program there will be activities for children to create and explore using natures treasures, recycled materials, lots of colour and a sprinkle of magic!

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Experience our

Markets

Experience the best of Sapphire Coast produce at our festival food stalls and explore local art and crafts at our markets.

Sip a coffee, cold drink, or a beverage from Spooners Bar, and explore a variety of clothing, leather goods, and handcrafted items.

Experience the variety
Listen to

First Nations

Our First Nations program highlights Indigenous talent, cultural sharing and storytelling.

Share a conversation, ask a question, say hello, hear a story, listen and learn from cultural lore holders.

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Market

Stallholders

Be part of our festival! Join our Village Food Green or Market and help bring our streets to life. We welcome stallholders who love engaging with festival-goers and enhancing the experience through quality products and friendly service.

We’d love to hear from you.

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SAVE THE DATE

2027 COBARGO FOLK FESTIVAL
26-28 February 2027

Mark your calendar for something truly special. The Cobargo Folk Festival returns for its 30th anniversary on 26–28 February 2027 — three incredible days of music, poetry, dance and community on Djiringanj Country, part of the Yuin Nation. Three decades of folk, roots and world music. Thirty years of gathering, singing and celebrating together. Don’t miss it.

Performer Applications

Closed 20 June 2026

Volunteer Applications

NOW OPEN

Stallholder Applications

EOI Closes 31 October 2026

Applications open. Must be submitted by 31st October 2026, after that date EOIs will go on a waitlist.

The Crossing EOI Applications

Applications for the 2027 Cobargo Folk Festival NOW OPEN and close 20 NOVEMBER 2026. Please read the information on the page including Conditions of Participation. Link at bottom of page.

NOW OPEN – close 20 NOVEMBER 2026

PROGRAM

SHUTTLE BUS

ARTISTS

VOLUNTEER

THE BEST LITTLE FOLK &
ROOTS FESTIVAL ON THE
NSW SAPPHIRE COAST

2027 FINAL ROUND
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PROGRAM

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CAMPING INFO

WELCOME TO
OUR FESTIVAL

We think our festival is very special.

Immerse yourself in a range of different experiences: camp out, reconnect with friends, enjoy concerts, workshops and spontaneous music sessions with performers and others. And enjoy delicious food and affordable drinks.

Join us for an authentic, creative, and inspiring festival experience. Our community spirit and passion make each year unique. Come celebrate with us and make unforgettable memories!

We are Folk Who Care!

OUR STORY

CAMPING

MUSIC

MARKETS

KIDBARGO!

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OUR SOCIALS

Ally Row was named winner of the 2023 Triple J Une

Abby May Award-winning young singer-songwriter hai

Cobargo Folk Festival turns 30 in 2027, and we’re

Our ‘almost’ final line-up announcement for the 30

Our third line-up announcement for the 30th annive

🎉 What a line-up of winners! 🎉 Huge congratulatio

🎶 Calling all young performers! 🎶 Expressions of

🎻 VOLUNTEER APPLICATIONS ARE NOW OPEN! 🎻 2027 mar

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The Yuin Folk Club acknowledges the Djiringanj people of the Yuin Nation who are the traditional custodians of the land on which the festival is held. We acknowledge the living culture of the Yuin people and their unique role in the life of the region.

Permission to use the name “Yuin” for our club was received through the support of Yuin Elder, Aunty Eileen Morgan (dec), when the Club was established.

The Yuin Folk Club supports the Uluru Statement from the Heart.

So many

Performers

Youth Stage

The Crossing

Thank You

Volunteers

Sustainable

Zero Landfill

All the fun at

Kidbargo!

Experience our

Markets

Listen to

First Nations

Market

Stallholders

SAVE THE DATE