Since 1986, more than 300 musicians gather every spring in Downtown Tucson to perform, swap songs, and teach at the Tucson Folk Festival. A grassroots and volunteer-driven endeavor at heart, the event is Arizona’s largest free to the public music festival. The annual celebration features more than 150 performances by local, regional and national acts on six stages, a young artist showcase, and a songwriting competition.
Our 40th Annual festival takes place on April 4 – 6, 2025! Thursday night (April 3) features our official festival kick-off party with an acoustic showcase and performer social at a venue TBA. Friday night features our annual Stefan George Memorial Songwriting Competition on the Plaza Stage at Jacome Plaza. The main event continues Saturday and Sunday featuring six stages downtown and more than 150 live performances including National Headliners, Local and Regional Acts, Songwriting Competition winners, Family Show Entertainment, Young Artist Showcases, Music Workshops, Arts and Crafts Exhibitors, Food Vendors and Beverage Garden! This annual family-friendly festival is held in some of the most historic sections of Tucson. Over 250 volunteers support the success of this free, accessible festival.
Planning for the 40th Annual Tucson Folk Festival is currently underway! If you would like to learn more about the committees that keep TKMA active, or if you might be interested in joining one, please visit our Committees page.
UPCOMING CALENDAR
CONCERTS | SONG CIRCLES | SOCIAL EVENTS
- September 15th, 10 AM – 1 PM – TKMA Brunch at Monterey Court w/ Eric Ramsey and Eric Schaffer, hosted by Greg Aiken
- September 15th, 1 PM – 4 PM – TKMA Song Circle at Monterey Court, hosted by Ron Pandy
- October 6th, 10 AM – 1 PM – TKMA Brunch at Monterey Court w/ Lizzie and Miguel Melgoza, hosted by Jonathan Frahm