WOMAD Festival, short for "World of Music, Arts and Dance," is an international arts festival that celebrates the diversity of music, arts, and dance from around the world. The festival aims to create a space where cultures can come together and share their artistic offerings. The festival takes place at Charlton Park, located between Cirencester and Chippenham, near Malmesbury in Wiltshire, United Kingdom. The site is easily accessible, situated just off the A429 and approximately 7 miles from Junction 17 of the M4.
WOMAD has been known for its culturally diverse lineup of musicians, poets, actors, artists, and thinkers. It showcases performances from various regions of the world, providing a platform for both seasoned international performers and emerging talents. The festival offers attendees a chance to discover new sounds and explore different genres of music.
WOMAD 2023, with the theme "Wonders of the World," promises an exciting lineup of artists and performances. Some of the bands scheduled to perform include Bela Fleck, Cimafunk, and many more.
Festival is scheduled from 25 Jul to 28 Jul 2024 (3 day(s)), the countdown is running!
WOMAD Festival takes place in Malmesbury, United Kingdom. Here is the full address of the festival: Charlton Park SN16 9DG Malmesbury
Gogol Bordello, Amadou & Mariam, Baaba Maal, Young Fathers, Sampa the Great.
The most popular genres and subgenres of the next edition are:
folk
world
pop
afrobeat
alternative
ethnic
west african
world music
african blues
cabaret
experimental
folk punk
gypsy
gypsy punk
indie
punk rock
world fusion