Folk dance groups from around the world travel to Utah's World Folkfest to perform traditional dances from their culture during the six-day festival. Local folk dance groups are invited to perform pre-show.

Volunteer host families provide performers with an authentic Utah experience with a place to sleep and eat and local transportation to shows while also enjoying complimentary Globe Trotter Group Pass for all four nights of performances ($270 Value) and exclusive catered “Welcome Night” event for performers and host families. Read more about becoming a host family here.

Yes! There is a group discount available for online purchases only.

Also, businesses that sponsor World Folkfest can enjoy discounted rates for their employees.

Absolutely! The performances often change nightly depending on the dance group’s preferences. Pre-shows and special performances are different each night and there will be a different FREE family activity each night. You can also enjoy different international cuisine each night from the array of specialty food trucks at the festival.

World Folkfest is 100% run by a volunteer board committee, but there are many additional expenses each year. All proceeds from ticket sales and donations go towards next year’s production costs, equipment, marketing materials, transportation, supplies, and general upkeep.

The show must go on! With all sales final, performances continue in light wind and rain. In heavy weather, performances may be moved indoors to the high school. World Folkfest has rarely been canceled.