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January 27-31, 2027
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More Than 1,000 Free Concerts. One Mission: Bringing Communities Together Through Music.
the 2026 Levitt concert season is in full swing, with more than 1,000 free outdoor performances taking place in over 100 towns and cities across the country.
July 28, 2026
More Than 1,000 Free Concerts. One Mission: Bringing Communities Together Through Music.
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the 2026 Levitt concert season is in full swing, with more than 1,000 free outdoor performances taking place in over 100 towns and cities across the country.
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GRAMMY Submissions Are Open!
Applications to submit recordings for the 69th Annual GRAMMY Awards are now open.
July 7, 2026
GRAMMY Submissions Are Open!
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Applications to submit recordings for the 69th Annual GRAMMY Awards are now open.
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Summer Affinity Groups, July 14 - 29
Affinity groups are informal gathering spaces for people of the same lived experience and identity, who have historically been oppressed or underserved.
July 2, 2026
Summer Affinity Groups, July 14 - 29
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Affinity groups are informal gathering spaces for people of the same lived experience and identity, who have historically been oppressed or underserved.
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A New Chapter with Our Regional Affiliates
All five North American regional affiliates and Folk Alliance International have signed a new regional affiliate agreement, a significant milestone in our shared journey.
July 17, 2025
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A New Chapter with Our Regional Affiliates
All five North American regional affiliates and Folk Alliance International have signed a new regional affiliate agreement, a significant milestone in our shared journey.
July 17, 2025
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Join Us for Virtual Affinity Groups Summer 2025, July 22 - August 4
Join Us for Virtual Affinity Groups Summer 2025, July 22 - August 4
July 7, 2025
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Join Us for Virtual Affinity Groups Summer 2025, July 22 - August 4
Join Us for Virtual Affinity Groups Summer 2025, July 22 - August 4
July 7, 2025
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It’s Opening Day! FAI 2026: EARLY BIRD Registration + Host a Private Showcase + Scholarships + Volunteer
It's Opening Day! Sign up for the 2026 Conference in New Orleans!
July 1, 2025
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It’s Opening Day! FAI 2026: EARLY BIRD Registration + Host a Private Showcase + Scholarships + Volunteer
It's Opening Day! Sign up for the 2026 Conference in New Orleans!
July 1, 2025
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Open Call: Levitt Foundation Offers Matching Grants for Free Outdoor Concert Series Nationwide
The Levitt Foundation invites applications from 501(c)(3) nonprofits across many sectors. Past recipients have included arts nonprofits, community development organizations, and more.
June 5, 2025
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Open Call: Levitt Foundation Offers Matching Grants for Free Outdoor Concert Series Nationwide
The Levitt Foundation invites applications from 501(c)(3) nonprofits across many sectors. Past recipients have included arts nonprofits, community development organizations, and more.
June 5, 2025
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STATE OF NEED: A Message from Jennifer Roe, FAI’s Executive Director
An urgent call for assistance from our Folk Alliance community.
May 29, 2025
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STATE OF NEED: A Message from Jennifer Roe, FAI’s Executive Director
An urgent call for assistance from our Folk Alliance community.
May 29, 2025
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FAI's Statement about the NEA and Defending Cultural Funding
Folk Alliance International (FAI) is deeply disappointed by the National Endowment for the Arts’ (NEA) recent decision to withdraw an offer for a $50,000 grant award to support our annual conference
May 9, 2025
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FAI's Statement about the NEA and Defending Cultural Funding
Folk Alliance International (FAI) is deeply disappointed by the National Endowment for the Arts’ (NEA) recent decision to withdraw an offer for a $50,000 grant award to support our annual conference
May 9, 2025
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Folk+ 2025 Online Music Conference Coming Soon!
Folk+ is Folk Alliance International's two-day online music conference, pay-what-you-can, June 17-18, 2025.
May 7, 2025
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Folk+ 2025 Online Music Conference Coming Soon!
Folk+ is Folk Alliance International's two-day online music conference, pay-what-you-can, June 17-18, 2025.
May 7, 2025
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Official Showcase Applications are OPEN NOW
Official Showcase Applications are open now for the 2026 Folk Alliance Conference in New Orleans, Louisiana (January 21 - 25, 2026).
May 1, 2025
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Official Showcase Applications are OPEN NOW
Official Showcase Applications are open now for the 2026 Folk Alliance Conference in New Orleans, Louisiana (January 21 - 25, 2026).
May 1, 2025
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Join us for Virtual Affinity Groups!
Connect with folks with shared backgrounds, cultures, and experiences during Affinity Group Week!
March 28, 2025
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Join us for Virtual Affinity Groups!
Connect with folks with shared backgrounds, cultures, and experiences during Affinity Group Week!
March 28, 2025
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Day 5: FAI Closing Party + A Complete Unknown
It’s conference Day 5 at FAI 2025 but we’re not done yet! Don’t cut off your wristband! You’ll need it to get into the Closing Party.
February 23, 2025
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Day 5: FAI Closing Party + A Complete Unknown
It’s conference Day 5 at FAI 2025 but we’re not done yet! Don’t cut off your wristband! You’ll need it to get into the Closing Party.
February 23, 2025
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Day 4: Music is Medicine
Hits and highlights for Saturday, and a Sunday preview.
February 22, 2025
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Day 4: Music is Medicine
Hits and highlights for Saturday, and a Sunday preview.
February 22, 2025
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Day 3: Folkies Activate 🎻
It’s conference Day 3 at FAI 2025 and we’re crackling. Stay tuned in for an action-packed start to the weekend.
February 21, 2025
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Day 3: Folkies Activate 🎻
It’s conference Day 3 at FAI 2025 and we’re crackling. Stay tuned in for an action-packed start to the weekend.
February 21, 2025
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Day 2: Quarter Notes and Keynotes 🎶
It’s Day 2 at FAI 2025 and we’re kicking into full gear. Lots and lots of programming and a packed schedule of live music.
February 20, 2025
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Day 2: Quarter Notes and Keynotes 🎶
It’s Day 2 at FAI 2025 and we’re kicking into full gear. Lots and lots of programming and a packed schedule of live music.
February 20, 2025
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Day 1: Welcome to Folk Alliance International 2025 ❤️ We’re so glad you’re here.
A hearty (and snowy) welcome to FAI 2025. Get ready for an amazing time of community, showcases, jams, programming, awards, and much more.
February 19, 2025
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Day 1: Welcome to Folk Alliance International 2025 ❤️ We’re so glad you’re here.
A hearty (and snowy) welcome to FAI 2025. Get ready for an amazing time of community, showcases, jams, programming, awards, and much more.
February 19, 2025
