2023 Entertainment Lineup

Seamus Kennedy Slide Socks in the Frying Pan Doolin Eileen Ivers Sharon Shannon Paddy Keenan One for the Foxes Tossers Malinda Moxie Strings Tallymoore Colm & Laura Keegan Blackthorn Ian Gould Kennedy’s Kitchen Brother Crowe Conklin Ceili Band Black Murray Enda Reilly Crossbow Ruth & Max Bloomquist Barley Saints Uneven Ground Chelsea House Orchestra Toby ... READ MORE

MIMF is pleased to announce the new 2023 officers on the board of directors. Kevin Donovan will transition to President of the organization after serving many years as VP and as Site Director. Kris Collee will now serve as the new VP in addition to her role with Volunteers. Dan Rinsema-Sybenga will serve as Treasurer, ... READ MORE

??? ?????? ????? ??? ???? ??? ?????! SAVE when you purchase early on our website. * Discounted pricing on single-day tickets & four-day passes * 12 and under remain free * SAVE $5 – $10 on any single-day ticket when purchased online. Head over to https://bit.ly/MIMFtickets For those who purchased tickets for 2020 or 2021, ... READ MORE

We’re back and excited to share what’s new for 2022! The Michigan Irish Music Festival will return to Heritage Landing on Sept. 15 -18th for four days of outstanding live music, culture, Irish food, beverages, and entertainment. Tickets will go on sale soon and you can SAVE when you purchase early on our website.  Advanced ... READ MORE

Our March blog is courtesy of Visit Muskegon March is around the corner and we love how Muskegon goes all Irish all month long! There are more varied events for all tastes and ages than you can shake a shillelagh at! “County Muskegon” is teeming with Irish and Celtic themed culture, activities, music and fun. We’d ... READ MORE

If you visit the Hackley and Hume Historic Site there is a rock in the Hume’s parlor that is purported to be from Hume castle in Scotland! Want to know why? Give a listen to this “Muskegon History and Beyond with Lakeshore Museum Center” podcast. The podcast is part of a wonderful cultural collaboration between ... READ MORE

  You can travel all the way to Trinity College in Dublin, Ireland to view the Book of Kells…or visit the Hackley Public Library right here in Downtown Muskegon! In 1990 Trinity College granted permission for 1,480 replicas to be published at a price of $14,800 each.   The Muskegon Irish American Society & Michigan ... READ MORE

To celebrate St. Patrick’s day and this wonderful Irish tradition, please join us for the Couch Potato St. Pat’s Virtual Concert brought to you by the Michigan Irish Music Festival and PNC Bank. This free event will premiere live on both Facebook and Youtube (links) on Saturday, March 13th at 8 pm EST. Hosted by ... READ MORE

A recap of the Michigan Irish Music Festival’s “Irish In My Heart” Virtual 2020 Festival. We asked fans to share with us how they kept Irish in your heart over festival weekend (September 17-20) with photos and short videos. Our wonderful music artist (who were scheduled originally to perform in person) provided hours of musical ... READ MORE

It seems like every year there is something new and exciting at the Michigan Irish Music Festival, and 2019 was no exception. A new sponsor was introduced in a major way; Five Farms Irish Cream debuted at the 2019 MIMF and was an instant hit with patrons, musicians, and volunteers alike. A sample tasting tent ... READ MORE

Music floats on the air as the last beams of the setting sun strike the jewelry in the Irish Store and set it twinkling. There is magic at the Michigan Irish Music Festival. A wonderful way to bring that magic home with you is by visiting the Irish Market and the Irish Store. Every year ... READ MORE

When a friend you have known since kindergarten asks you for a favor, you do your best to oblige. When my friend Chris Zahrt, who was my schoolmate, teammate and even roommate in college, asked me to help with a new addition to the Michigan Irish Music Festival, I jumped in head-first. After all, the ... READ MORE

The disappointment of 2020 has hit everything we hold dear. The devastation we all felt with the cancellation of our beloved Michigan Irish Music Festival has left us heartbroken. There is a huge void for all who love MIMF as September 2020 has arrived. My sincere hope is that I can fill that void with ... READ MORE

        5 – 7 pm EST Thursdays Listen on Muskegon 100.9FM Stream live from your computer or mobile device and listen ANYWHERE! bit.ly/StreamSoundsLikeIreland ☘️ Sponsored by Michigan Irish Music Festival Tune in on Thursday’s from 5 – 7 pm to Muskegon 100.9FM for West Michigan’s first Celtic Radio program! Sounds Like Ireland ... READ MORE

After careful consideration and under the recommendation of local and state officials, including the office of Governor Witmer, the St. Patrick’s Party event of the Michigan Irish Music Festival will be canceled. This event was scheduled for Friday & Saturday, March 13 & 14 at Bella Maria’s Event Center at 513 Pontaluna Rd. Muskegon. Our ... READ MORE

The Michigan Irish Music Festival is excited to announce its annual St. Patrick’s Party March 13 and 14 at Bella Maria’s Ristorante & Event Center, 513 West Pontaluna Road, Norton Shores, MI. The party will feature live entertainment both nights. The Kreellers, an energetic Celtic Rock group hailing from Detroit, is an unstoppable powerhouse steeped ... READ MORE

While supplies last. Save $5 on the 2019 Official Festival shirt, with bands listed. Show this to the MIMF Merchandise tent.... READ MORE

We are turning 20 years old this September and to celebrate with you, we are presenting 3 FREE Summer Shows in 7 days! You will have a chance to see Shane Hennessy, Connla and Aoife Scott before they take the stages at the 20th Michigan Irish Music Festival (September 12-15) Connla at Rosa Parks Circle ... READ MORE

MICHIGAN IRISH MUSIC FESTIVAL CELEBRATES 20 YEARS 4-Day Festival Returns Sept. 12-15 The Michigan Irish Music Festival observes its 20th anniversary this year, and what better way to celebrate than by hosting more bands than ever in the history of the event? The festival returns to Heritage Landing in downtown Muskegon Sept. 12-15 and features ... READ MORE

LongerDays loves Muskegon! Our co-founder is originally from here, and moved the company back to Muskegon after it was founded in South Carolina. Our office is located in the burgeoning downtown district, and although not many of our clients are local, our employees love giving back to our community. One of the most popular ways is ... READ MORE

The four-day festival returns September 13-16th to Heritage Landing in downtown Muskegon. Over 20 bands will perform on seven stages. A complete stage schedule will be posted in August. The Michigan Irish Music Festival will kick off the 2018 festival with a Pub Preview Party again on Thursday night. The Pub Party will give patrons ... READ MORE