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Now Accepting Vendor Applications 
The Spokane Fall Folk Festival welcomes quality crafters and vendors representing a variety of cultural and ethnic traditions. We also welcome applications from cultural organizations.
View Vendor Application
Enter the Fall Folk Festival's
Design Contest
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View Design Contest Rules
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Major Sponsors
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The Frey Family

Jerry LeClaire

Stan Moser Consulting

Julie Rosenoff

Cathy Thompson
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FALL FOLK FESTIVAL
in the 2026
Inlander's BEST OF Poll
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Fall Folk Festival 2026: Job Openings
​We have several positions to fill for our 2026 Festival due to the retirement of key volunteers. If you can assist with any of the following roles, please complete our Festival survey and contact us at [email protected] or call 509-828-3683.
 
Available Positions:
  • Secretary
  • Venue Set-Up Coordinator (2-3 individuals)
  • Storage Unit Management (2-3 individuals)
  • Bake Sale Coordinator (2 individuals)
  • Fundraising and Business Sponsorships
  • Graphic Designer for Media and Facebook Ads
  • Marketing and Social Media Coordinator
  • ​Program Design and Production
  • Performer Selection and Scheduling (2-3-member team)
  • Performer Referral List Updates
  • Sound Coordinator
  • Director/Administration​

Need Entertainment for an Event?
Check out our Performers’ Referral Lists on our website at www.spokanefolkfestival.org/performer-referrals.html. These lists, which we update annually, include most performers who have participated over the last five years. If you encounter a broken link, please notify us. Additionally, local folk-related performers or groups are welcome to be added to the list, even if they have not performed at the Festival. For more information, please contact us at [email protected].
​Bake Sale Coordinators Needed
for the Fall Folk Festival
We are seeking a coordinator (or a team of coordinators) for the Bake Sale at the Fall Folk Festival, a key fundraising event. Our current coordinator is retiring and will be available to provide training and support throughout the transition.
 
The Bake Sale coordinator will oversee the Bake Sale and coffee stand during the festival, which will be held on November 8 and 9 at Spokane Community College. Responsibilities include acquiring food and drink donations, purchasing additional beverages and supplies, and managing the setup and operation of the Bake Sale.
 
Qualifications for this position include strong organizational and communication skills, as well as the ability to multitask effectively. The coordinator must also obtain a Food Handler's permit and adhere to the Spokane Regional Health District guidelines for Temporary Food Establishments.
 
If you are interested or have any questions, please email [email protected] or call (509) 828-3683 and leave a message.
Now Accepting Applications from Performers
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Applications submitted after July 1, 2025, will be placed on a waitlist for potential inclusion in the Festival.
View Performer Application

Fall Folk Festival's
Graphic Design Contest is Open!

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View Graphic Design Contest Rules
Volunteers Needed
Learn about Volunteer Opportunities and Sign Up to Become a Festival Volunteer
Learn the Benefits of Volunteering
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Vendor Applications are now being Accepted

Interested in becoming a vendor at our Festival? Visit our Vendor Application page for more information and to complete and application.
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Performer Applications are now being Accepted!

Interested in performing at the 2021 Fall Folk Festival? Go to our Performer Application page, complete the form and submit it. Take the spotlight! Show us your talent and skill. We'd love to see you at the Festival.

What is the Fall Folk Festival? Take a look!


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Listen to Our 2019 Public Service Announcement to Learn More!

Watch KSPS TV's Northwest Profiles Feature on the Fall Folk Festival

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Performer Applications are now being accepted!
More Information Here

Vendor Applications
​are now being accepted!
More Information Here

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Spokane Folklore Society is a nonprofit 501(c)3 organization dedicated to fostering international cultures in Spokane.
Spokane Folklore Society, PO Box 9768, Spokane, WA 99209-9768 | (509) 828-3683 | [email protected]
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