Kickstart the Festival with a Night of Music, Dance, and Folk-Fuelled Fun!
The Whitchurch Folk Festival officially takes place on Saturday, May 10th, but if you’re in town early, we’ve got a Friday night packed with energy, music, and community spirit to set the weekend in motion!
🎶 Bonfire Radicals – Live in Concert!
📍 Whitchurch Parish Hall
🕖 Doors: 7:00 PM | Music from 8 PM
🎟 Limited tickets available! Book now before they’re gone!
We’re kicking things off in electrifying style with Bonfire Radicals, Birmingham’s multi-cultural folk-dance-rock nutters! This is not just a gig – it’s a full-blown sonic adventure, blending Klezmer, medieval music, prog folk, and jazz-infused mayhem into one unmissable live show.
Expect riotous energy, driving rhythms, soaring vocals, and wild instrumentals that will have you on your feet from the first note. They’ve taken festivals by storm across the UK – now it’s Whitchurch’s turn!
🎟 Tickets are separate from the festival pass and selling fast!
👉 Grab yours now before they’re gone!
🕺 Morris Magic – Mayfly Morris Opens the Show!
Before Bonfire Radicals take the stage, the evening begins with a special performance from Whitchurch’s own Mayfly Morris!
This fantastic local side will bring their vibrant, high-energy dance to the Parish Hall, setting the tone for an unforgettable night. Get ready for the sound of bells, sticks, and flowing hankies as they weave tradition, rhythm, and celebration into the start of the festival weekend!
🎵 Tunes & Songs Session at The King’s Arms
📍 The King’s Arms, Whitchurch
🕖 From 7:00 PM until late
💰 Free entry – just bring your instrument, your voice, or your ears!
If a laid-back folk session is more your thing, head over to The King’s Arms for an evening of tunes, songs, and great company. Whether you play, sing, or just want to enjoy the music, this is the perfect place to settle in, grab a pint, and soak up the folk atmosphere.
No need to book—just turn up and join in!