Aldous Harding, Kevin Morby, Folk Bitch Trio, Flyte lead Town Folk Festival for 2026

Castlemaine's favourite folk takeover is back for 2026 with a stellar first lineup.

Castlemaine will once again become a musical haven on Saturday 21 November, as Town Folk Festival unveils the first 21 artists for its 2026 edition—a dazzling mix of local talents and international trailblazers.

Town Folk Festival 2026

When: Saturday 21st November

Where: Djaara / Castlemaine

Lineup in alphabetical order

Aldous Harding (NZ)
Allegra Krieger (USA)
Bud Rokesky
Darren Hanlon
Docker River Band
Emily Lubitz
Flyte (UK)
Folk Bitch Trio
Hannah Cameron
Immy Owusu
Jordie Lane
Kevin Morby (USA)
Minna (UK)
Nat Pavlovic
Rolling Blackouts Coastal Fever
Romy Vager
Snowy Band
Sunny Morris
Way Dynamic
Winter McQuinn
YĪN YĪN (NL)

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Now in its sixth year, Town Folk has firmly established itself as the boutique festival with a big-hearted vision. For those in the know, it’s the day to wander, discover, and immerse yourself in contemporary folk. The festival unfolds across four intimate stages, each a short stroll from the next, offering a choose-your-own-adventure of sound where every turn promises a musical treasure.

At the helm of this year’s lineup is New Zealand’s mercurial Aldous Harding, whose ethereal charm captivates at every note, alongside mid-west folk romantic Kevin Morby (USA). The program also features Dutch psych-instrumental innovators YĪN YĪN, Melbourne’s world-conquering Folk Bitch Trio, the eagerly anticipated Australian debut of UK folk outfit Flyte, slow-core New York storyteller Allegra Krieger, and WA bush reggae pioneers Docker River Band. Local favourites Rolling Blackouts Coastal Fever, Way Dynamic, and Romy Vager round out a bill that balances international flair with homegrown brilliance.

Town Folk is as much about connection as it is music. Family-friendly and deeply rooted in community, it celebrates local produce, camaraderie, and the pure joy of shared experiences. Official festival venues—the Bridge Hotel, Shedshaker Taproom, and Boomtown Winery—sit at the heart of the action, creating a single, seamless day of discovery in regional Victoria.

Supported by the Federal Government through Live Music Australia, Visit Victoria, and Mount Alexander Shire Council, Town Folk continues to champion the artists, the audience, and the communities that bring this enchanting festival to life.

Tickets on sale 9:00 AM Thursday 21 May, and can be picked up at Townfolkfestival.com