Caterer & Trader Applications
Planning is underway for a two-day, ticketed folk music event at Cherry Hinton Hall, scheduled for Saturday 1st and Sunday 2nd August 2026. The event will feature two full days of live music and activities, with optional three-night camping available.
We are seeking Caterer and Trader (non-food) applications for Cambridge Folk Festival 2026. Attracting up to 4,500 people per day across two days, Cambridge Folk Festival is situated in the beautiful parkland setting of Cherry Hinton Hall on the outskirts of the city. More details are available in the event information on page 4 onwards. It is our aim to have a varied mix of high-quality caterers and traders and to attract new and local companies.
If you want to be involved in this World renowned festival, please read all of the information linked below and fill in the application form accordingly.
Caterers
Main Arena
We are looking for caterers for the Main Arena as well as a maximum of 2-3 ice cream concessions.
Campsite
We are looking for caterers to provide breakfast, lunch and/or dinner offerings in the campsite. We are also looking for a 24-hour catering concession.
Applications
All applications are to be completed via an online application form. Before applying, you should carefully read through the Caterers Event Information Sheet alongside the corresponding terms and conditions for the relevant food concession you are applying for.
All Applications Open: Thursday 16 October 2025, 12 noon.
All Applications Close: Thursday 11 December 2025, 5pm.
Terms and Conditions - please click on the corresponding terms and conditions to open a copy
Caterers (24-Hour Unit)
Caterers (Main Arena)
Caterers (Campsite)
Traders (non-food traders)
We are looking for a range of Outdoor Traders including Luthiers/Instrument Makers and CD/Record Concession.
Applications
All applications are to be completed via an online application form. Before applying, you should carefully read through the Traders Event Information Sheet alongside the corresponding terms and conditions for the relevant food concession you are applying for.
All Applications Open: Thursday 16 October 2025, 12 noon.
All Applications Close: Thursday 11 December 2025, 5pm.
Terms and Conditions - please click on the corresponding terms and conditions to open a copy
Questions & FAQs
For More Information
Please refer to the Traders Event Information Sheet or Caterers Event Information Sheet for any questions and FAQs. If your query or question is not address in the event information sheet, please contact Event Operations Officer, Hazel.