Folk & Världsmusikgalan och Nordic Folk Alliance!

Nordic Folk Alliance and Folk & Världsmusikgalan 2025

Celebrate the spirit of Nordic folk and world music at Nordic Folk Alliance and Folk & Världsmusikgalan! Two days of music, connections, and magic in the heart of Uppsala! Discover the vibrant world of Nordic folk and world music through showcase concerts, seminars, dance workshops, and gala performances. Whether you’re a music industry professional or a passionate music lover, there’s something for everyone.

What is Nordic Folk Alliance?

April 4–5 A Nordic showcase festival and conference bringing together musicians, organizers, and audiences from across the Nordic countries. Dive into the diversity of our shared musical traditions.

Showcase Concerts: Unique performances by talented acts from Sweden, Norway, Denmark, Finland, and Iceland. Panels & Workshops: Explore current topics in the music world – from networking to creative collaborations.

2025 Theme: "Networks and Communities" Location: Uppsala Konsert & Kongress (Hall D) Amenities: The bar will be open during the concerts, with snacks available for purchase. Folk & Världsmusikgalan – Gala Concert & Awards Ceremony

April 5, 19:15–22:00 Celebrate the richness of folk and world music with a spectacular evening featuring performances by both emerging talents and renowned artists. During the evening, seven prestigious awards will be presented, including Artist of the Year and Tradition Bearer of the Year.

✨ Theme of the Year: The Nyckelharpa – a symbol of Swedish folk music and a bridge between generations. 🎙 Hosts of the evening: Kalle Moraeus and Alice Andersson

Location: Uppsala Konsert & Kongress (Main Hall) Amenities: The bar will be open during the concert, with snacks available for purchase.

Program Overview

April 4

• 09:00–14:15: Seminar Program (Uppsala Konsert & Kongress)
• 15:00–19:15: Nordic Folk Alliance Showcase Concerts (Hall D)
• 19:00–20:00: Workshop in Uppland Dances (Uppsala Konsert & Kongress)
• 20:00–21:30: Uppland Folk Music Evening – Concert & Dance (Uppsala Konsert & Kongress)

April 5

• 09:00–14:00: Seminar Program (Uppsala Konsert & Kongress)
• 13:00–14:30: LÅT! with KMH Folk (Uppsala Konsert & Kongress)
• 14:30–18:00: Nordic Folk Alliance Showcase Concerts (Hall D)
• 19:15–22:00: Folk & Världsmusikgalan – Gala Concert with a folk dance performance opening (18:30–19:15)

Ticket Types & What’s Included

Full 2-Day Pass

Includes:

• Seminar Program (both days)
• Nordic Folk Alliance Showcase Concerts
• LÅT! with KMH Folk
• Uppland Folk Music Evening
• Folk Dance Performance
• Folk & Världsmusikgalan – Gala Concert

Nordic Folk Alliance Pass (Excludes Gala Concert)

Includes:

• Seminar Program (both days)
• Nordic Folk Alliance Showcase Concerts
• LÅT! with KMH Folk
• Uppland Folk Music Evening

Friday Pass (April 4)

Includes:

• Seminar Program
• Nordic Folk Alliance Showcase Concerts
• Uppland Folk Music Evening

Saturday Pass (April 5)

Includes:

• Seminar Program
• Nordic Folk Alliance Showcase Concerts
• LÅT! with KMH Folk
• Folk Dance Performance
• Folk & Världsmusikgalan – Gala Concert

Uppland Folk Music Evening

Includes:

• Workshop in Uppland Dances
• Concert & Dance

Folk & Världsmusikgalan – Gala Concert

Includes:

• Folk Dance Performance
• Gala Concert & Awards Ceremony

LÅT! with KMH Folk

Includes:

• Spring Concert by KMH Folk students