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2026 Music Line Up Announced

2026 Music Line Up Announced

We are delighted to unveil the official music for the Leigh Folk Festival 2026, returning to Leigh on Sea from Friday 26th to Sunday, June 28th.

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Leigh Folk Arts relies heavily on the community to keep the music playing at the Leigh Folk Festival and free to attend.

We often get asked the question ‘how can I support the festival?’

There are several ways that y

Calling all Songwriters: The Leigh Folk Festival Open Mic 2026
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Fancy a slot on the Sunday stage in the Library Gardens? We’re looking for twelve acts to compete in this year’s Open Mic Competition a

We are delighted to invite you to a special Midsummer Comedy night at the Chalkwell Park Rooms, in partnership with the Joker Comedy Club and all for a great cause.

Come along for a night of top-tier stand-up and help us support the future of the Le

🎶 The music line-up for #LeighFolkFestival2026 has officially dropped!!!
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📅 25–28 June 2026

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