Folk by the Oak Festival 2026

Hertfordshire

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Grab Folk by the Oak 2026 tickets & enjoy a perfect summer festival in Hatfield Park

Folk by the Oak is just outside of London but it feels a million miles away. A one day festival surrounded by the leafy green parkland of Hatfield Park, get ready to be immersed in music, history, ancient oaks, bunting, fun & laughter - all included in your tickets!

  • The most uplifting festival of the summer returns to Hatfield in 2026 with the finest folk, roots and acoustic
  • With live performances, family activities, high-quality performers and a friendly, relaxed atmosphere
  • A unique festival with two stages in one tree-lined arena
  • Folk by the Oak is the perfect festival experience for families and children!
  • With past artists such as Frank Turner and The Sleeping Souls, The Proclaimers and Waterboys, this years line-up is jam-packed with chart-toppers, indie artists and folk favourites.

Picnics, stages, music, family areas & delicious food - the perfect family festival in Hatfield

  • Date: 19th July 2026
  • Age Restrictions: Suitable for all ages!
  • Times: Gates open 12 noon | Finishes approx. 10:30pm
  • Stage Times: Main Stage: 1:00pm - 10:30pm | Acorn Stage: 12:30pm - 9:15pm
  • Location: Hatfield Park, Hatfield Rd, Hatfield AL9 5NF

Don’t miss headline acts Black Country, New Road & Seasick Steve live in Hatfield Park

Creating the perfect mixture of local village fete activities and the full-on festival experience, Folk by the Oak isn't just reserved for music fans. It's also a happy haven for families. Within the sight and sound of the Main Stage, there are plenty (mostly free!) of activities, workshops and experiences to get involved in.

Who's playing at Folk by the Oak 2026?

  • Black Country, New Road
  • Seasick Steve
  • Spell Songs
  • Talisk
  • Valtos
  • Sam Kelly & The Lost Boys
  • Iona Lane
  • More announcements coming soon!

What's on at Folk by the Oak 2026?

  • Picnic Time: Unique to the festival world, the Folk by the Oak team actively encourage you to bring your own homemade picnic and drinks to enjoy with family and friends.
  • Food & Drink: Visit the Food Village & enjoy a delicious array of wonderful world street food & festival favourites before washing it down with thirst-quenching, refreshing drinks. 
  • Creative & Crafty Adventures: Fairy crafts & dancing, recycled crafts, crown making, homegrown plants & handmade crafts, natural toys, henna painting
  • Performance & Play: Storytelling, family singing workshops, didgeridoo workshops, Sarah Vigar's marionette walkabout, circus skills, juggling
  • Outdoor Fun & Wellbeing: Archery, rock climbing, brilliant bubble fun, face painting, bees & honey, all-ages yoga, ancient musical instruments
  • The Willow Foundation: Bring pre-loved clothes and donate them to the festival's on-site charity shop
  • Craft Tent: Check out the Makers & Creators of beautiful local artwork, jewellery, leather items and much more in these inspiring Craft Tents!
  • Morris Dancing: The Young Miscellany Dancers will join the festival-goers for some colourful and traditional Maypole Dancing workshops!
  • The Hemlock Morris: Dancing a range of Cotswold traditions, find the Hemlock Morris dancers behind

Get ready for the perfect July afternoon in Hertfordshire & book Folk by the Oak tickets today! Tickets delivered instantly via email & SMS. 

Location

Folk by the Oak

Hatfield Park,
Hatfield,
Hertfordshire,
AL9 5NQ
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How to find us

Address: Hatfield Park, Hatfield, Hertfordshire, AL9 5NQ

What3Words: crowd.reach.songs

By Car:

  • Postcode: AL9 5NQ
  • Parking: Festival parking and entrance is clearly signposted from all major routes into Hatfield.

By Train or Bus:

Bus:

  • Local bus services regularly drop off at Hatfield Railway Station.
  • The pedestrian entrance to Hatfield Park is opposite Hatfield Railway station.

Train:

  • The fast train from Kings Cross to Hatfield usually takes 20 minutes. 
  • London Underground links with the mainline at Finsbury Park: Piccadilly and Victoria lines.
Facilities
  • Toilets
  • Parking
  • Food and drink
  • Public transport accessible
  • Wheelchair accessible
More Info
Can I bring food and drink, and are there any refreshments provided at Folk by the Oak?
  • Folk by the Oak is unique and actively encourages festival-goers to bring your own food and drink (including alcohol) into the festival arena.
  • Please bring your own picnic and beverages to snack on throughout the afternoon and evening!
  • There will be a selection of fresh hot and cold festival food outlets, a real ale bar, teas and coffees and a fully licensed bar, but these are primarily for snacking purposes.
What time does Folk by the Oak start and when does the car park open?

Gates: Open at 12:00 noon.

Car Park: Open at approximately 10:30am.

Please arrive with enough time to enter the festival and pass through the Arrival and Security protocols. 

Is Folk by the Oak in Hertfordshire wheelchair accessible?

Yes, Folk by the Oak is wheelchair accessible.

  • The event is held in an open air grass arena and there is a tarmac path to assist access.
  • The arena is flat, but during bad weather, the grounds may vary.
  • Stewards are positioned throughout the auditorium. 
  • There are accessible toilets, car parking and entrances. 
Is Folk by the Oak suitable for children?

Yes! The laid back atmosphere of the leafy site is ideal for families and children. 

  • Bring a picnic and make yourselves at home!
  • In between snacking, watch the live music or take part in the activities on offer!

Please note: As a guideline, Folk by the Oak recommend a ratio of one supervising adult to three children under 16. 

  • Blank wristbands are also available at the Box Office, Info Point, Concert Shop and Programmes & T-shirts Stalls - Feel free to take one and write your phone number on it before attaching it to your childs wrist.
Is Folk by the Oak dog-friendly?
  • Unfortunately, Folk by the Oak is not dog-friendly due to the loud noises and access to food. 
  • However, assistance and guide dogs are allowed on-site. Please make sure these are easily identifiable. 

Please note: There will be a firework display to close the event and this may be unsuitable for dogs. 

What should I bring to Folk by the Oak festival, and which items are restricted?

Please bring:

  • Picnic: Including food, drinks, alcohol, glasses, cutlery etc.
  • Seating: Bring foldable chairs to make yourself comfortable. 
  • Clothing: Please wear weather-appropriate clothing as the arena is open-air.
  • Cash: There are no cash points on-site and some vendors may not take card payments. The nearest cash point is 10 minutes away at Hatfield Railway Station.
  • Torch: Although areas are well-lit, torches are useful to help you pack away during the late evening.
  • Weather-related items: Suncream, coats, hats, sunglasses

Please do not bring:

The following items are strictly prohibited from the festival grounds:

  • Drones/Balloons/Helium balloons
  • Flame torches
  • Sky lanterns
  • BBQ's/stoves/any naked flames
  • Sound recording equipment
  • Dogs - only assistance dogs permitted on-site.

Optional:

  • Rugs and blankets.
  • Gazebos, tents and fishing umbrellas: Permitted at the back of the arena only.
  • Support the Willow Pop-Up shop! Bring 2-3 good quality pre-loved items of clothing to donate to the charity shop at the Willow stand.
  • Ear defenders for young children.

Please note: Knives are permitted on-site as they may be required for picnics, but please limit them to domestic knives 5 inches or under and folding knives with a 3 inch blade or under. 

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