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Save the Dates: 2026 Old Songs Festival — June 26, 27 & 28, 2026


2025 Performers:

Hubby Jenkins • The Klezmatics • Alasdair FraserBeppe GambettaSimon Chrisman & Nic GareissBon DébarrasThe Vanaver Caravan • Reggie Harris & Pat WictorThe Clements BrothersSean DagherFrom China to Appalachia: Cathy Fink, Marcy Marxer & Chao TianChristine Tassan & les ImposteuresLiam Purcell & Cane Mill RoadClaudia SchmidtSally Rogers & Howie Bursen • Rev. Robert Jones, Sr.Keith Murphy & The Band of Amber • Jamcrackers • Roy Book BinderMagpie & Rolly BrownJeff DavisAndy CohenJohn Kirk & Trish MillerLarry Hanks & Deborah Robins • Wendy Grossman • Wild Asparagus • SycamoreAlexandra Deis-LaubyGeorge Wilson • Alan Thomson • Stefan Amidon • Paul Rosenberg • John Dickson • Chris Koldewey • Deirdre & Sean Murtha • Jake Thomas • Cate CliffordRon GordonDirty Blue ShirtsThe Great Groove BandRoger the Jester • and more!


Still need a 2025 Festival Tshirt… or a Sweatshirt or Hoodie for the winter?

Order online from Bonfire
with shirts available in many styles and colors.

The Current Batch Runs through next Thursday, July 10. 

After July 10 shirts are printed on-demand and prices go up.


Old Songs is a family-friendly festival of folk, traditional, Celtic and world music and dance,
known for its relaxed atmosphere, interactive sessions and workshops, hands-on experience and participatory nature. In addition to evening concerts each night, there are over 100 daytime workshops, dances or performances. Also featured are craft, food and instrument vendors, and a well-run children’s activity area.


All Evening Concerts will be Live-Streamed (audio-only) on FolkMusicNotebook.com!


Old Songs’ Directors and staff thank you for your support that allows us in these times to continue to bring into your homes the music and artists you love, as well as those you may come to love. 


June 27–29, 2025 at the
Altamont Fairgrounds
near Albany, NY



Festival Hours:

  • Friday: 1 pm–1 am
  • Saturday: 9 am–1 am
  • Sunday: 9 am–7 pm

3 Main Stage Concerts

  • Friday: 6:30 – 11 pm
  • Saturday: 6:30 – 11 pm
  • Sunday: 3:30 – 7 pm

Festival Tips!


View the Full 2025 Festival Schedule

Daytime Sessions
Friday, 2 pm – 6 pm
Saturday, 10 am – 5:30 pm
Sunday, 9:30 am – 3:30 pm

  • Performances
  • Unique Musical Groupings
  • Contras & Family Dances
  • Participatory Jam Sessions
  • Instrument Learn-Hows

Dancing on a
Wooden Floor

  • Contras
  • Community &
    Family Dances
  • Morris Dancing

Singing in Harmony

  • Shape Note &
    Sacred Harp Sing
    with Stefan Amidon
  • Gospel Sing
  • Choral Workshop
  • Ballad Singing

Fun for the Whole Family

  • Great Groove Band for kids, most instruments welcome
  • Children’s Activity Area and Family Stage
  • Roger the Jester

Artisan Way

  • Jewelry
  • Pottery
  • Crafts
  • Clothing, and more

Plenty of Food Options

Instrument Exchange

  • Bring your unused instrument and buy one you’ll use.

Support & Sponsors


The Old Songs Festival is made possible by the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of the Office of the Governor and the New York State Legislature.

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