Humboldt Folklife Society

We are Humboldt Folklife. We strive to support and celebrate local music and dance through festivals, dances, and workshops. 

Announcing the 2025 Humboldt Folklife Society and Buddy brown blues festival dates

2025 Humboldt Folklife Festival- July 21-26, Dell Arte International, Blue Lake

2025 Annie and Mary Day- August 3, Perigot Park, Blue Lake

2025 Buddy Brown Blues Festival- August 16, Perigot Park, Blue Lake

Visit each festival page for lineup information

Sign up to volunteer HERE!

A big thank you to our sponsors 6 Rivers Optical, Pierson Building Center, and Zwerdling Law Firm LLP! Learn about becoming a sponsor yourself here!

Barn dance FRIDAY 5/30 7-10p

Come get your boots scootin' at our next Barn Dance, Friday 5/30 at Arcata Vets Hall. Cidermill String Band will provide the music and caller Lyndsey Battle with lead the charge!
$10 for members, students, seniors and vets
$15 general
Kids under 12 free
No experience necessary!
No partner needed!
Snacks and beverages available!
See you there!

Become a Humboldt Folk School Instructor

The Folklife Society is looking to expand our Folk School instructional offerings this year, and so we're seeking potential instructors for instruction in specific instruments, singing, instrument care, and other related ideas.  Classes will be offered at different dates across the year. Apply HERE!

2024 Songwriters in the round

Check out this awesome video by our friend Chad Johnson of this year’s Songwriters in the Round night from the Folklife Festival!