Mark your calendars for the Midland Folk Music Festival, returning August 27–30, 2026, at the Midland County Fairgrounds, 6905 Eastman Ave., Midland, Michigan.
Join friends old and new for a weekend of music, jamming, workshops, singing, and community. Festival activities are expected to include workshops, informal jam sessions, evening events, and performances throughout the weekend.
Additional details regarding admission, camping, schedules, workshops, volunteer opportunities, and special events will be announced as they become available.
We look forward to seeing you at the 2026 Midland Folk Music Festival!
We have several other exciting events scheduled throughout the week:
Wednesday
8:00 PM – Gospel Sing Along with Jim Janofski in Area 5
Thursday
Noon – Open Jam with Jolly Hammers in the Fair Center
7:00–9:00 PM – Join Johnny Hunt for a 70’s Sing Along in the Fair Center
Friday & Saturday Evening Activities
Friday
6:00–8:00 PM – Jam for All Levels! For Everyone! in Area 1 (Merchant Building)
7:00–9:00 PM – Contra Dance in the Fair Center
8:00 PM – Uke and Friends Jam in Area 5
Saturday
3:00 PM – Music: A Patchwork of Sound with Marsha Kozlowski and Alice Gajewski in Area 5
Why do so many musicians also enjoy the craft of quilting with needle and thread? Music: A Patchwork of Sound explores that connection through a delightful display of music-themed quilts. Enjoy a music program and playlist that you can take back to your own community to create a program celebrating music, creativity, and community.
Presented by Marsha Kozlowski and Alice Gajewski, this special program takes place Saturday at 3:00 PM in Area 5.
5:45 PM – SUGAR performs before the Stage Show in the Fair Center
6:20 PM – Jolly Hammer & Strings perform before the Stage Show
7:00 PM – Evening Stage Show!
Singalong Lyric Sheets
Friday Workshop Schedule
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Saturday Workshop Schedule
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2024 Festival Highlights
Video Highlights
Festival Pictures
