Góbéfest, Manchester’s original international urban folk music and culture festival which takes place annually in Manchester City Centre – Cathedral Gardens.

Established in 2017, Góbéfest has its roots firmly in Transylvania but over the years has expanded its reach to cherry pick some of the finest performing artists from all over the UK and Europe.  Expect to hear international folk music at its best, from traditional sounds of the csárdás,  to balkan funk, klezmer rhythms, gypsy jazz and more. Góbéfest promises an expertly curated mix of bands and solo artists, international folk dance troupes, choirs and more.

Independent food and drink traders serve up favourites from around the Carpathian Basin, from giant pans of goulash, to the fried flat breads known as lángos and Transylvanian barbecued chimney cakes. Alongside craft beer, there is always plenty of wine of palinka too.

Free activities in the family tent include a wealth music and dance workshops, arts and crafts and storytelling. Audience members have the opportunity to try new instruments such as the Zither, Cimbalom and Balalaika or take part in folk dance workshops led by the folk dance troups that are performing.