Celebrating its 38th year, the annual Lowell Folk Festival is a multicultural celebration of traditional music, dance, food, and crafts that presents national and international artists representing diverse cultures. Over three days, the free-to-the-public event attracts crowds in excess of 160,000. The festival books up to 25 performing groups, who are scheduled throughout the weekend on five outdoor stages.

The Lowell Folk Festival is produced by the Lowell Festival Foundation & the Lowell National Historical Park in partnership with the National Council for the Traditional Arts (NCTA).

Past Performers Include: Vieux Farka Toure, Lil' Ed & the Blues Imperials, Doyle Lawson & Quicksilver, Angkor Dance Troupe, Bill Kirchen & Too Much Fun, Fairfield Four, Mary Jane Lamond & Wendy MacIsaac, Grupo Cimarron, Mythili Prakash Dance Ensemble, Le Vent du Nord, Taj Weekes, Savoy Family Band, Rahzel, Don Bryant.

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