Photograph by Tristyn MacDonald
The Bellingham Folk Festival took place over four days from Jan. 23 to Jan. 26. Through sessions, jams, workshops, and concerts, the festival contained 66 events and had something to offer all sorts of folk fans. Some of the more unique events included a yodeling workshop, multiple square dancing workshops, and a Burns supper—a traditional Scottish holiday celebrating Scottish poet Robert Burns. Venues like El Capitan’s and Honey Moon Mead & Cider became warm dens for collaborative, expressive folk performance experiences. If you missed this year, don’t fret; the festival has been occurring since 2014 and is sure to be back and better than ever in January 2026!
