What is Balfolk?
So what’s Balfolk?
A bal is a relaxed, continental folk dance and music session, for everyone. Musicians play, dancers dance, newcomers join, people meet, friends are made. Some dances are partnered, some are circles, some snake along in long, trancy lines.
All are lively, soulful, and rich in spirit.
Bring your family, friends, children, your dog, and dance with us.
Check out the gallery for more balfolk vibes ( recommend desktop viewing)
Oxford Balfolk @ The Isis
An inspirational Mazurka from Europe :O
SKINT - A UK Balfolk Festival you can head to! :)
Balfolk Oxford @ PROMISE Album Launch (Emily & the Simons)
A group of bourêe-ers, taught by Robin & Isaac
Stroud Balfolk
Oxford Balfolk @ The Isis, 11th January 2025
Lewis Wood & Helen Gentile (local-ish band) @ Oxford’s Bal Massif
SKINT Festival - Gavotte de l'aven
Oxford Balfolk @ Wolvercote, 2022
If you like Balfolk Oxford you might like Weedon Balfolk, London Balfolk, Balfolk UK, Balfolk Bristol, Clandestine Mazurka London, Eurobal Wessex and Balfolk Stroud, all with events reachable from Oxford. FolkInOxford is a great resource for other folkie things happening in and around Oxford.
Sawney White Bird @ Bal Massif