Special Programs for 2024
Spokane Public Radio Broadcast
​Saturday, November 9 at 11:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m., KPBX 91.1
Contra Dancing
Saturday, November 9 at 6:30 until 8:30 p.m. in the Cafeteria
Sunday, November 10 at 2:45 until 5:00 p.m. in the Cafeteria
Workshop:
Native American Flute with Peter Ali 
Saturday, November 9, 4:30 - 6:00 p.m. in the Skitch Conference Room
 
Have you ever wanted to learn how to play the Native American flute? Native American flutist Peter Ali, a self-taught flutist, will show you what he knows about playing this beautiful and healing instrument. Prior experience is optional. Participants will receive a handmade cedar flute to use during the workshop. This workshop is for ages 5th grade through adult.
Workshop:
Taiko Drumming
Saturday, November 9, 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. in the Small Gym (Building 5)
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​Spokane Taiko, a group deeply rooted in the art of Japanese drumming, will demonstrate and teach you how to play a simple Taiko song on the "Big Drums." Founded in 1997, their "Thunderous Entertainment" seeks to build community and create awareness through traditional Japanese music. They embody the spirit of Taiko as an ancient Japanese art form, a cultural treasure, while honoring its vitality as a living artistic expression. The group plays Taiko drums and other traditional percussion instruments, performing both conventional Taiko and original songs.​
Workshop:
History and Demonstration of Various Bagpipes with Kathy Kinderman, Aaron Stratton, and Bill Wakefield​
​Sunday, November 10, 2:30 - 4:00 p.m. in the Skitch Conference Room

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Artist Spotlight: Long-Timers
The Fall Folk Festival is now in its 29th year. The following performers have been at the festival since the beginning and have participated for 17 years or more. Please thank them all for their dedication.

Festival Performer Spotlights