THANK YOU for attending the 40th Annual Tucson Folk Festival!
From a memorable kickoff party at Monterey Court, to the Stefan George Memorial Songwriting Competition and two full days of live music from over 400 musicians, this was our best year yet. We couldn’t have done it without you, from your attendance at the festival and our seasonal fundraiser concerts, to your volunteering, and donations.
Take our audience survey! What did you think of this year’s Tucson Folk Festival? Do you have any positive highlights or constructive feedback to share? We’re here to listen. Your input helps us to better the festival with each consecutive year. Let’s make our 41st the best yet!
Relive the 40th Annual Tucson Folk Festival! Our YouTube page features all performances from the Plaza Stage, from Friday through Sunday. Re-experience headliners like Cheryl Wheeler & Kenny White and Orkesta Mendoza, as well as other Plaza Stage highlights from Ryanhood, Mitzi Cowell, Cochise County All-Stars and more.
Enjoy our newest TKMA Compilation Album, featuring freshly mixed and mastered performances from the Plaza Stage last year. Revisit hits from Lisa Morales, Leslie Mendelson, the Hot Club of Tucson, the Cross-Eyed Possum and much more!
Sounds of History: Folk
Join us at Borderlands Brewery on April 19 from 2–6 PM for Sounds of History: Folk — a dynamic afternoon of music and storytelling paying homage to the 60th anniversary of Bob Dylan going electric at the Newport Folk Festival. From bluegrass to protest ballads, Nueva Canción to electric Dylan, this celebration explores the enduring legacy and social power of folk music.
This special fundraiser for the 40th Annual Tucson Folk Festival is a collaboration between the University of Arizona Department of History, PHC, Borderlands Brewery, and TKMA.
Experience live performances by RISO, El SurCo, Cadillac Mountain, and Kevin Pakulis & his Band, interwoven with powerful commentary from scholars Tyina Steptoe, Michelle Berry, Jennie Gubner, and Kevin Gosner. A $10 donation supports the Tucson Folk Festival, and $1 from every beer sold goes directly to the cause.
APRIL 4 – 6, 2025
DOWNTOWN TUCSON | JÁCOME PLAZA | FREE ADMISSION
The Tucson Folk Festival is a FREE and accessible Festival celebrating Americana and Folk Music traditions and all their wonderful variations, including bluegrass, blues, country, jazz, Celtic, zydeco, and various Latin and Mexican styles of music! This annual family-friendly Festival occurs in some of Tucson’s most historic sections.
Our 40th Annual Festival takes place April 4 through 6, 2025! Friday features our official Festival kick-off concert with the Stefan George Memorial Songwriting Competition and an evening headliner. Saturday and Sunday, the Festival features six stages with over 150 live performances including, National Headliners, Local and Regional Acts, Songwriting Competition winners, Family Show Entertainment, and Young Artist Showcases! Over 250 volunteers support the success of this FREE, family-friendly Festival.
Learn more about this year’s Festival here:
- Festival Stage Schedule & Lineup
- Plan Your Visit: Festival Stages & Site Information
- Festival Headliners
- Young Artist Showcase
- Songwriting Competition
- Music Workshops
- Performer Bios
- Program
- Festival Sponsors and Community Partners
- Support the Festival
- Volunteer
- Vendors
The Stefan George Memorial Songwriting Competition is a beloved part of the Festival each year – a chance for established and emerging songwriters to share new insights, new songs inspired by the times, and play for an audience that is hanging on every lyric. Each year, dozens of entrants compete for a spot in the finalist showcase at the Tucson Folk Festival. The winner and runner-up of this showcase receives a coveted evening slot at the Saturday night Festival.
UPCOMING CALENDAR
CONCERTS | SONG CIRCLES | SOCIAL EVENTS
April 19th, 2 PM – 6 PM – Sounds of History: Folk w/ RISO, El SurCo, Cadillac Mountain, and Kevin Pakulis Band – $10 at the door – Borderlands Brewing Co.
April 20th, 10 AM – 1 PM – Sunday Patio Sets w/ Tammy West & Kathy Kolmer, hosted by Greg Aiken – Free Admission – Monterey Court
April 20th, 1:15 PM – 4 PM – TKMA Song Circle at Monterey Court, hosted by Ron Pandy – Free Admission – Bring Your Instrument! – Monterey Court
April 26th, 5:30 PM – 9:30 PM – A Time to Celebrate – The 2025 Tucson Folk Festival Volunteer Party –RSVP
May 4th, 10 AM – 1 PM – Sunday Brunch w/ Brian Berggoetz & Alison Wahl, hosted by Jonathan Frahm – Free Admission – Monterey Court
May 4th, 1:15 PM – 4 PM – TKMA Song Circle at Monterey Court, hosted by Ron Pandy – Free Admission – Bring Your Instrument! – Monterey Court