
Auckland Folk Festival Reveals 2026 Lineup
The festival is returning to Kumeu Showgrounds over Auckland Anniversary Weekend, January 23rd-26th, 2026

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The festival is returning to Kumeu Showgrounds over Auckland Anniversary Weekend, January 23rd-26th, 2026

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