Here you will find an overview of the conference and answers to some frequently asked questions. For more details about programming and showcasing see the drop-down menu above.
Our next in-person Gathering will take place October 22-25, 2026 at the The Royal Sonesta in Minnieapolis, MN
You do not need to live in the Midwest to attend. Anyone interested in making deeper connections with artists, the music industry, and folk community in our region are welcome to attend. More info will be shared as we get closer but for now, feel free to look at info from this past year’s conference and make sure to sign up for our email list to get the latest updates.
We look forward to connecting and seeing you in Minneapolis!
Volunteering at FARM
Yes! We do need volunteers! In fact, we couldn’t do it without you. More information can be found here: https://www.farmfolk.org/get-involved/volunteer-at-farm/
If you are ready to apply to be a volunteer. Please complete this form: https://forms.gle/BUAbyywaTQZqQAK27
Email volunteer@farmfolk.org with any questions.
Sponsorship and Advertising
Consider a sponsorship to FARM https://www.farmfolk.org/farm-gathering/sponsorship/
Or Advertising in our Program is great way to make yourself known! https://www.farmfolk.org/product/program-ad/
Workshops & Panels
We are working on planning this year’s workshops and panels. If you have ideas of programming you would like to see, please submit your ideas here! To see a list of last year’s workshops, please visit https://www.farmfolk.org/farm-gathering/workshops.
Meals at FARM
The opportunity to sit and socialize is well worth the extra cost, and the convenience allows people to experience the conference more fully!
FARM will host a complimentary Friday night community meal as part of your conference registration. Saturday dinner and breakfast buffet for Friday, Saturday & Sunday are available à la carte or as a package when you register. Meals are buffet style and include vegetarian options.
Complete Meal Package ($TBA)
Includes Friday breakfast, Saturday breakfast, Saturday dinner and Sunday breakfast. Friday dinner is included with all full conference registrations.
Any Single Meal ($TBA)
Good for any single meal, including Friday breakfast, Saturday breakfast, Saturday dinner and Sunday breakfast.
Flyers and Such
We have been making an effort to reduce the amount of paper waste but we recognize the desire to promote yourself and your showcases. You are welcome to post your signs, posters and showcase schedules no larger than 8.5 x 11 in the following designated areas:
- Anywhere you can find wall space in the Atrium (excluding the workshop rooms and grand ballroom)
- Private Showcase Hallway
You must use painters tape or some other removable adhesive. Some painters tape is available at Registration desk.
Display Tables
DISPLAY TABLES are provided without charge, in the Atrium and other conference areas. Feel free to set out your press kits, cards, flyers, stickers or whatever merchandise you’d like to share for FREE. Please be economical with the space and leave some for the rest of the attendees.
GENERAL REGISTRATION INFO
Registration will open March 2, 2026.
(NOTE: the following information is for our 2025 conference. Stay tuned for updated rates and info TBA)
2025 Full Conference Rates (includes Friday community dinner):
- $225 through May 31
- $250 June 1 – August 31
- $350 September 1 – Conference*
2025 Single Day Rates:
- $125 before October 17
CANCELLATION POLICY
Due to the ongoing COVID concerns, we are currently offering full refunds for cancellations up to October 1. After October 1, we will refund 50% of your registration. This is subject to change.
Discounts & Other Info
*FAI members will receive a $20 discount on their full conference registration.
All those who apply for an Official Showcase will get $25 off registration after June 1.
First-time DJs and Presenters are eligible for a discount. Please contact Ellen Stanley via conference@farmfolk.org
HOTEL INFO
All events will take place at The Royal Sonesta, Minneapolis, MN
Address: 35 S 7th St, Minneapolis, MN 55402
Phone: (612) 339-4900
To connect with other attendees about sharing rooms or arranging rides, please use our Whova conference app or FARM listserve.
And of course if you find you don’t need your hotel room, please cancel your room to free up one for someone else!
Showcase At FARM
From Official Showcases right on down to jamming in the hallways, artists have great opportunities to be heard at FARM. In recent years, we’ve achieved an amazingly low 5 to 1 ratio of artists to presenters/venues. It’s rare to find a music conference of any sort that offers this kind of exposure to talent buyers.
Click on the following links for details:
MENTOR SESSIONS
Mentors are experienced individuals who are volunteering to meet with you and let you pick their brains for 15 minutes or so. This year the schedules will be set by the individual mentors. Sign-up sheets will be on a table near the registration desk.
The Drop Zone
All weekend long, the Dropzone is a room or area lined with boxes assigned to Venues or Radio stations for you to drop your CDs and/or One Sheets. The labels will indicate what each presenter or DJ is accepting. i.e. “CDs only” or “Anything you got”. Please honor these guidelines and only drop what they request.
Complete this form to reserve your box. https://forms.gle/RC1qvL9BB2aVaPTV6
Future Conference Dates
2028 FARM Gathering | Oct 19 – 22 | Minneapolis, MN