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Dafodil
Eighth edition of Diest's folk dance and world music festival.
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Promote Dafodil as a niche cultural destination for folk music and dance enthusiasts, driving tourism and hospitality bookings in Diest.
- Discover authentic world music and traditional dance at Dafodil festival
- Plan your cultural getaway: folk traditions meet modern festival vibes
- Behind-the-scenes of Dafodil's eighth edition—artist spotlights and performances
Programme
Dafodil is the folk dance festival taking place for the eighth time from May 15 to 17, 2026 in Diest. It offers a folk musical mix with jazz, classical, pop and world music influences, with stages open to local and international musicians who express traditional dance rhythms innovatively. The festival is eco-friendly, easily accessible by train, with camping opportunities, healthy local food, and no noise pollution.
Line-up
PantonimNoaberNaragonia DuoBanskCardboard CabinSupernovasSaraïRue PascaleThalasFriday 15 May- Two dance floors used alternately, with carefully selected folk groups, good sound, smooth dance floors and a pleasant environment for all ages
- Broad folk vision without restrictions
- mix of jazz, classical, pop and world music influences from both local and international performers
- Workshops and dance sessions spanning the entire weekend, with opening reception Friday from 1 p.m., workshops and evening bals throughout
- On-site sleeping in the school (bring own mattress and bedding, showers provided) and tent camping, plus regional hotels and B&Bs
- On-site food includes breakfast brunch buffet, vegetarian food truck, and late-night sandwiches and soup
- Train-accessible, camping-friendly, local healthy food and drink, minimal noise impact
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