You and your family are invited to a joyful weekend bursting with music, dance, and creativity for all ages. Join us as we welcome the arrival of summer with three days of live music, dancing, hands-on activities and family-friendly fun.
We’re bringing together some of the finest folk musicians from England and Scotland for a vibrant programme of performances, free foyer gigs, and interactive workshops. It’s a celebration of music and dance rooted in folklore, landscape and tradition – with a generous twist of the new.
On Friday and Saturday, enjoy laid-back live sets in the foyer with our free Vibe Lounge performances. We’ll be adding even more folk and nature-inspired activities to the mix – so look out for updates!
Street Dance the Maypole: Saturday 2 May / 12-12.30pm / 1 – 1.30pm / 2.30 – 3pm / 3.30 – 4pm (4 workshops)
Take part in Street Dance the Maypole workshop creating wraps ‘n ripples mixed with waves ‘n breaks around a contemporary designed, bespoke ribboned, 12 foot freestanding maypole. A chance to learn a funky dance routine to live music, mixing it with classic maypole moves, such as the Chrysanthemum Wrap and the Twister.
Highfield High Jinx Ceilidh / Saturday 2 May / 1.30pm – 2.30pm
University of Southampton’s Folk Society ceilidhs are a great opportunity for friends and family to embrace the chaos of ceilidh dancing, as you jump and swing with your fellow dancers. No experience needed! Our caller will be on hand to teach the basics, so everyone can learn as they go, with a live band to accompany the group and keep you moving!
