42nd Annual Islands Folk Festival July 24 - 26, 2026
Providence Farm, North Cowichan, BC
Full 2026 lineup will be announced soon!
The 42nd annual IFF will be another beautiful weekend of non-stop music, workshops, kids’ activities, jams, dancing, and camping! Our 2026 lineup is on its way; in the meantime, here are two incredibly talented acts we have taking the stage this summer:
Performing predominantly in the Ndebele and Zulu languages, BUI’s songs feature the intricate, captivating sounds of tongue-clicking and rolling, leaving audiences enchanted and eager to mimic these sounds, sparking curiosity. Their dances embody strength, endurance, pride, and gratitude intrinsic to Southern African culture, showcasing these elements with joy, grace, and precision to mesmerize onlookers.
David Francey
A truly authentic folk singer, Francey is a documentarian of the working person who never imagined earning a living from his music. But when he was in his 40s, his wife, artist Beth Girdler, encouraged him to share his songs and sing in public. The reaction was instant. His first album, Torn Screen Door, came out in 1999 and was a hit in Canada. Since then, David has released thirteen albums, won four Juno Awards, and had his songs covered by such artists as The Del McCoury Band, The Rankin Family, James Keelaghan, and Tracy Grammer.
Pass Pack Payback is now closed!
The winner will be announced on Thursday, March 5th 🎉
Cowichan Folk Guild members receive an additional $10 off.
Please contact the office for the promo code:
admin@cowichanfolkguild.ca
COWICHAN FOLK GUILD EVENTS
Cowichan Folk Guild Coffeehouse Series:
Our Coffeehouse concerts take place on the second Saturday of every month (excluding July and August). Held at the Duncan United Church, this evening features an open stage before a feature act. We encourage all skill levels to pull up to the mic! This is a night to support local music and enjoy being with the community.
More details can be found on the Cowichan Folk Guild page, or click the link below:
Future Islands Folk Festival Dates
43rd July 23, 24, 25, 2027
44th July 21, 22, 23, 2028
45th Anniversary July 20, 21, 22, 2029
41 years and counting! Learn more about the origin and history of the Islands Folk Festival at the link below:
We’d like to let you know that photos, videos, and audio recordings may be captured throughout the festival grounds.
By entering the event, you’re giving your okay for us to use any images or recordings that include you—whether it’s for sharing the joy of the festival on our website, social media, or in future promotional materials.
This means you won’t be able to request approval or compensation for use of these recordings, and you’re waiving any related claims (like privacy or publicity rights).
We do this so we can continue to celebrate and share the magic of this special gathering for years to come. If being part of our visual story doesn’t feel right to you, we understand—may the music find you where you are, and we’ll keep a place for you in future circles
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