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About the Folk Alliance International Conference

The Folk Alliance International Conference, presented by Folk Alliance International, is the world’s largest gathering of the folk music industry and community (crossing a diverse array of genres including Appalachian, Americana, Blues, Bluegrass, Celtic, Cajun, Global Roots, Hip-Hop, Old-Time, Singer-Songwriter, Spoken Word, Traditional, Zydeco, and various fusions).

The conference will be held at the Sheraton New Orleans, 500 Canal St, New Orleans, LA 70130.

How we refer to the FAI Conference...

FAI 2026
FAI 2026 Conference
#folk2026
2026 Folk Alliance International Conference
2026 Folk Alliance International Annual Conference
2026 Folk Alliance International 38th Annual Conference

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Billboard Canada
No Depression
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2025 Press Releases

Folk Alliance International Announces Portugal As Country Focus At The 37th Annual Conference

Folk Alliance International Announces Official Showcase Lineup of 175+ Artists from 38 Countries of Origin For 37th Annual Conference in Montreal, QC Feb. 19-23, 2025

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Registration is now open for the 2026 Folk Alliance International Conference in New Orleans (January 21 - 25, 2026). Join artists, festival bookers, agents, venues, record labels, DJs, and more for the largest annual gathering of the folk music industry and community.

Advanced Registration Closes October 31st

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Partner Link to Registration Page https://go.folk.org/FAIEBPartner

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