Nov 26 - 29, 2026

Looking for a new Thanksgiving tradition?

You've found it.

Held over five decades, Bannerman Folk Camp continues to be a holiday tradition featuring contra and folk dance classes, live music, recreation, crafts, hiking, outdoor games, puppet shows and storytelling. Nestled in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina it truly is a fun filled, relaxing, inspiring weekend for all ages where everyone is welcome.

Our State Magazine Article

Folk camp was recently written about in an Our State magazine article which provides a wonderful perspective, going into some history along with discussing what folk camp is all about.

Leadership

THE BANNERMAN SIBLINGS

FOUNDERS

MARCIE VAN CLEAVE

INTERNATIONAL FOLK DANCE

REID KIRKPATRICK

RECREATION

Claire Takemori

CONTRAS & SQUARES

Megan Bannerman

CHILDCARE

SOURWOOD RIDGE

HOUSE BAND

Location

Black Mountain, NC

Venue & Accomodations

Things to do

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Registration

Bannerman Folk Camp registration includes programming, Thanksgiving dinner, three meals a day, Sunday breakfast, live folk musics, crafts, dance instruction, puppet performances, story telling, recreation, and unforgettable memories.