Celebrate Our Folk Returns to APAP NYC 2026

Yonas Media presents its 8th annual showcase spotlighting artists who put the “folk” in folk; on stage and beyond.

Yonas Media | Connolly’s Irish Pub / Klub 45 | January 10–11, 2026

NEW YORK, NYCelebrate Our Folk, presented by Yonas Media, returns to APAP NYC 2026 with a two-day showcase of folk music in all its glory. Taking place Saturday, January 10 and Sunday, January 11 at Connolly’s Irish Pub / Klub 45, the event brings together a curated lineup of musicians who push the boundaries of folk while honoring its roots.

Now in its 8th year, Celebrate Our Folk has become a trusted gathering point for presenters, tastemakers, buyers, and music lovers seeking artists who carry the genre forward through story, craft, and cultural exchange. Running 2:00 PM–7:00 PM each day, the shows offer an intimate, high-energy environment featuring performances that span folk, roots, Americana, soul, jazz, and global music. The showcase is a celebration of all things folk—the music, the people, and everything in between.

Show Details

Where: Connolly’s Irish Pub / Klub 45, 121 W. 45th Street, New York, NY
When: Saturday, January 10 & Sunday, January 11, 2026 (2:00–7:00 PM)
Tickets: RSVP HERE — Free for APAP-accredited attendees | Public tickets available

Saturday Run of Show

2:00 PMSterling Hudson
2:30 PMXito Lovell
3:00 PMHouse of Waters
3:30 PMMaking Movies
4:00 PMLa Lulu
4:30 PMJames Alexander (The Bar-Kays)
5:00 PMRaina Sokolov-Gonzalez
5:30 PMThe PRVLG
6:00 PMSachal Vasandani
6:30 PMZeshan B

Sunday Run of Show

2:00 PMBen Callicott
2:30 PMPipo Romero
3:00 PMThe PRVLG
3:30 PMEnrique Chi (featuring special guest Jeremy Kittel)
4:30 PMLanita Smith
5:00 PMMorgan Lett
5:30 PMBluff City Soul Collective
6:00 PMRaina Sokolov-Gonzalez
6:30 PMAlea

About Yonas Media

Yonas Media is an independent music management and production company dedicated to supporting artists and their recordings. Founded and led by industry veteran Ben Yonas, the company works with a roster of award-winning and emerging musicians across folk, roots, jazz, Latin, and beyond, helping them develop careers that span recording, performance, and sync opportunities. With a focus on elevating voices that push boundaries while honoring their roots, Yonas Media combines artist development, production expertise, and creative strategy to amplify distinctive talent in today’s music landscape.

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