Author name: Lori

For several years now, NEFFA has been considering how best to nurture and develop the community that is so central to our mission. In 2024, we conducted a wide-ranging community survey, in partnership with Think Again consultants. At the 2026 Festival, we presented the results of that survey and began to open up this conversation […]

NEFFA’s annual Festival is one of the highlights of our year, and we are grateful to the thousands of performers, volunteers, and attendees who make it possible. This year, several incidents were reported involving inappropriate behavior on the dance floor. In our Code of Conduct we say that “we aim to create inclusive, safe, and

NEFFA runs on volunteer energy — and there’s a place for you. NEFFA is more than the Festival! If you’re interested in the Ralph Page Dance Weekend, the Thursday Contra Series, Community Stewardship conversations, or in learning about the other things that NEFFA does, contact president@neffa.org for more information. You can click the Volunteer Signups

Mark your calendars! The 2027 New England Folk Festival will take place April 23–25, 2027 at the Best Western Royal Plaza Hotel and Trade Center, 181 Boston Post Road West, Marlborough, MA. We are aware that Passover begins on April 21, 2027, and have planned accordingly to allow community members who observe to attend. Performer

Book your room for NEFFA today! As in previous years, NEFFA has arranged a group rate for the Royal Plaza Best Western (available through March 24), and we expect to fill our room block for the weekend. Go to the Lodging page for complete details and instructions.  Please book all rooms online using only the link

I know it is hard to believe, but preparations for NEFFA 2025 are well underway. We have a grid ready for performer review this week. After performer feedback is addressed, we will circulate it widely in mid-February.   The organizers spend a lot of time behind the scenes discussing what makes the Festival unique. We love