Newfoundland born Claire Porter is a singer/songwriter who has been described as a mix between Judy Garland and Tom Waits. Join us at Folk Night for Claire’s music about detritivores, love stories and tiramisu!

We’ve got a extra special folk’d up Folk Night for you here, folks! One of the most innovative acts to ever emerge from Newfoundland & Labrador, it’s Ouroboros!

This folk-funk-jazz band brings together infectious dance rhythms from around the world using the raw energy of saxes, vocals, and drums that will be sure to have you grooving!

The dynamic and diverse music of award-winning singer-songwriter Chris Picco will be joined by the talents of Josh Bourden for this Folk Night! Do your ears a favour and don’t miss this collab!

With mesmerizing guitar and lyrics that echo everyday life, Thom Coombes has a talent for turning the mundane into heartfelt stories with a touch of comedy, and a whole lot of honesty. This Folk Night will have a sound that’s gentle and earnest, soothing to the folky soul!

We are honoured to be hosting the FIRST NIGHT of the Canadian Folk Music Awards here in St. John’s from April 3rd-7th. Join us at The Ship on April 3rd to celebrate the commencement of a week of some of Canada’s finest Folk with some local talents and our friends from the CFMA’s!

With phenomenal Jazz and Traditional intersections from Duane Andrews & the Hot Club of Conception Bay and upbeat Newfoundland songs from Kitchinparti, the music for this Folk-packed night is going to be top-tier!

Music starts at 9pm and there will be a $20 cover charge at the door.

Multi-talented singer/songwriter, Karla Pilgrim is a three-time MusicNL winner and ECMA nominee! Joined by Jackie Sullivan and Carole Bestvater – quite the powerful trio, folks!

He’s some hand on the squeezebox, but there’s room for every player at the table when Folk Night goes in session mode! Come one come all to our end of the month tune session – players get in for free and listeners can choose to donate upon entry!

Join us in a musical celebration of another month of Folk Night gone by with a session hosted by the highly sought after gigging and session musician, Maria Cherwick! Bring those instruments on down to The Ship or come have a pint and listen to one of St. John’s best musical gatherings for only a $5 recommended donation.

Our last Folk Night session before the Folk Fest launch session next month! Join Stacey Seward at The Ship for some trad tunes!

$5 suggested donation at the door.