At Folk Weekend we are always very keen to showcase local musicians; in fact, at every single festival since we started in 2012 at least half of our booked artists have been from Oxfordshire.

Oxfordshire has such a vibrant and active community of musicians, and we would like to give anyone who plays folk, traditional or roots music locally the chance to let us see and hear what you do, in a new 'Searchlight' event.

WHEN & WHERE

The first event will be held on Friday 29 July 2016, at St Luke's Church in Canning Crescent (just off the Abingdon Road).

Parking is available just down the road at Redbridge Park & Ride (please don’t park outside the church: there isn’t room!) and many buses stop just a few paces from the church.

If you would like to play, please arrive to put your name on the list before 8.30pm.  (If you would like to just watch, that's fine too.)

HOW MUCH

There is no ticket charge for this event, however we would welcome donations towards the running costs of the festival; the suggested donation is £3, though you are welcome to give as much or as little as you like.

WHAT SORT OF 'FOLK'

FWO is a community festival first and foremost, so it doesn't all have to be straight up trad (though obviously that is welcome too!); we are open to hearing any artist who performs genuine, interesting music. If you'd feel comfortable performing at a folk festival, then we'd love to hear from you.

DO I HAVE TO BE FROM OXFORDSHIRE?

We will give priority to musicians who are currently living within Oxfordshire, or who are originally from Oxfordshire. However if you're just over the border we definitely won't turn you away!

Hope to see you there - we're looking forward to meeting you!