Folk in the Library brings a joyful, genre-blurring daytime festival to Exeter Library, celebrating some of the South Wests most exciting folk and folk-inspired artists. Expect haunting ballads, myth-soaked storytelling, indie-infused anthems and boundary pushing contemporary folk... all for free, at Exeter Library
Across two stages, 12 acts will perform from 1pm6pm, bringing together award-winning artists and rising local talent for an afternoon of music that ranges from traditional roots to bold modern interpretations.
The full line-up is below, with featured artists include Jon Fazal, Cloud, Iris, GIRLHOOD, The Other Woman, and Anna Anise. As well as storytelling from Henry Everett. A gorgeous mix of nationally well-know acts and local emerging artists, all from across the South West.
This is a free, family-friendly festival open to anyone
Event Running Order
Rougemont Room Stage
1:151:45 - Casey-Rae Perry
2:002:30 Holly Ebony
2:453:15 Storytelling with Henry Everett
3:304:00 Iris
4:004:30 Isle of Skeye
4:455:15 Third Girl From the Left
Main Library Floor
1:302:00 The Other Woman
2:152:45 Amelia Harvey
3:003:30 Girlhood
3:454:15 Anna Anise
4:305:00 Jon Fazal
5:156 Cloud
Donations are welcome, with all proceeds going directly back into supporting our wonderful library service. No booking required -you can just turn up and enjoy! But booking via TicketSource helps us to plan, and we can send you an email reminder closer to the date.
Please note: capacity in the Rougemont Room and seating on the main floor are limited, so access to both is first come, first served.
The Caf in the Library will be open. You're also welcome to bring your own drinks and snacks in.
This is an alcohol-free event.
| Ticket Type | Ticket Tariff |
|---|---|
| Standard | Free |
Note: Prices are a guide only and may change on a daily basis.
| Folk in the Library (19 Apr 2026) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Day | Times | |
| Sunday | 13:00 | |
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