Cafe Run presented by Folk Roots Fringe


The Café Run takes place on the Saturday 2nd September afternoon from 2pm where a number of artists will move around performing 15-20 minutes at various cafes and bars in Chapel Allerton to help provide a festival community atmosphere in the village.

Come down, buy a drink, relax and listen to some great music in the sun! Bring a friend!

Acoustic Music will be provided by:

Ben Okafor:  Classic folk and driving reggae beats. Ben is an ‘Outstanding British Reggae Artist’ Award Winner

Mary Halsey: modern Indie folk singer/songwriter with a touch of gospel

Kate-ellen: a southern-northerner based in Leeds, integrates playful lyrics with catchy tunes and a distinctive vocal sound, sitting on the edge of alternative-folk with a cheeky nod to pop.

Mr John Miffed: Leeds’ answer to Billy Bragg, pumping out acoustic folk/rock protest songs

Joe King: talented local singer/songwriter once performed on the Old Grey Whistle Test

They will appear at these Chapel Allerton venues:
Opposite Cafe/The Square
Chapel Allerton Library
Festival Performance Area
Seven Arts Cafe/Bar
House of Koko Coffee Shop

On Saturday 2rd September 2023 from 2pm to 5:30pm

Free Admission. Turn Up and Put a Donation in the Bucket.