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Musikfest 2024 Lineup: Full Schedule, From Free Concerts To Headliners

Bethlehem's Musikfest returns for 2024 with live music on stages of many sizes. More than 500 performances will be held from Aug. 1 to 11 on both the north and south sides of the city.

Here is the daily lineup of shows at Wind Creek Steel Stage, Stadtplatz, Americaplatz, Festplatz, Liederplatz, Plaza Tropical, Zinzenplatz, Familienplatz, Main Street and more.

Check this schedule carefully for late changes. Also, view our Musikfest section for full coverage, including news, previews, interviews, reviews and more.

Thursday, Aug. 1: Preview Night

WIND CREEK STEEL STAGE

6 p.M.: Greta Van Fleet with The Beaches

AMERICAPLATZ AT LEVITT PAVILION STEELSTACKS

6 p.M.: Hannah Wicklund (rock)

8 p.M.: Galen Deery and The Reason Why (psych/indie/rock)

9:30 p.M.: Holly Drive (alternative/rock/pop)

COMMUNITY STAGE

7:30 and 9 p.M.: Lelica Duo (pop/rock)

Friday, Aug. 2

WIND CREEK STEEL STAGE

7 p.M.: Sugar Ray, Better Than Ezra and Tonic

NORTH SIDE

FAMILIENPLATZ

6 p.M.: Lolly Hopwood and Friends

FESTPLATZ

5:30 p.M.: Opening Ceremonies

7 p.M.: DMC DUO (country/pop/rock)

8:30 p.M.: Steal the Sky (pop/rock/dance)

HANDWERKPLATZ

6, 7 and 8 p.M.: Cast in Bronze

HOTEL BETHLEHEM PLATZ

5:30 p.M.: Max Embers (singer/songwriter)

LAGERPLATZ

7 p.M.: Safiyah Hernandez (alternative)

8 p.M.: Chris London 

9 p.M.: Galen Deery and The Reason Why (psych/indie/rock)

LIEDERPLATZ

5:30 p.M.: New Enemies (indie rock)

7 p.M.: The TRiBE (R&B/funk/hip-hop)

9 p.M.: Scott Marshal and The Highway Souls (country folk/Americana)

MAIN STREET

6 p.M.: Christian Moon (funk/jazz/R&B/soul)

6 p.M.: Cate Great (street performer)

6 p.M.: Cirque Deluxe (street performer)

7 p.M.: Big Easy Easton Brass Band

8:30 p.M.: Jack Wharff and the Tobacco Flats (country/bluegrass)

PLAZA TROPICAL

6:30 p.M.: Afrobeats Production (Afrobeat)

8:30 p.M.: MEGA Radio Showcase (Latin)

STADTPLATZ

6 p.M.: Jessie Wagner (folk/soul/rock)

7:30 p.M.: The Groove Merchants (blues/funk)

9:30 p.M.: Igor & the Red Elvises (surf rock)

ZINZENPLATZ

6 p.M.: Kat Reinhert Band (folk/jazz/pop)

8:30 p.M.: The Large Flowerheads (oldies)

COMEDYPLATZ AT CHARLES A. BROWN ICE HOUSE

7 and 9:30 p.M.: Comedyplatz Standup Comedy Showcases

SOUTH SIDE

AMERICAPLATZ AT LEVITT PAVILION STEELSTACKS

4 p.M.: Yoga with Laurel Attanasio

6 p.M.: Dirty Dollhouse (alt-country)

7:30 p.M.: Fleece (indie rock)

9:30 p.M.: Robert Jon and the Wreck (blues rock)

COMMUNITY STAGE AT AIR PRODUCTS TOWN SQUARE

7 p.M.: Eli Bordonaro (singer/songwriter)

9 p.M.: DJ Matthew Montayne (EDM)

11 p.M.: DJ Noah Mergan (EDM)

11:30 p.M.: DJ Si Hakim (EDM)

PNC SERIES AT MUSIKFEST CAFE

5:30 p.M.: Fusion Jazz Trio (jazz)

7:30 p.M.: The BC Combo (blues/folk/Americana/R&B/soul)

9:30 p.M.: Philadelphia Funk Authority (party/cover)

LYRIKPLATZ AT FRANK BANKO ALEHOUSE CINEMAS

6 p.M.: The Lesson Center 20th Anniversary Cabaret (pop/rock)

JAZZ CABARET STAGE AT FRANK BANKO ALEHOUSE CINEMAS

8 p.M.: B.D. Lenz (funk/jazz/rock)

FRANK BANKO ALEHOUSE CINEMAS

10:45 p.M.: Improv Comedy: The Sequel Show

Saturday, Aug. 3

WIND CREEK STEEL STAGE

7:30 p.M.: Shinedown with special guest StopGap Solution

NORTH SIDE

FAMILIENPLATZ

12:30, 1:30 and 2:30 p.M.: Jumpin' Jamie

FESTPLATZ

Noon: Jimmy Sturr & His Orchestra (polka)

3:30 p.M.: Toolshed Jack (party/cover/pop/rock)

5:30 p.M.: Flirtin' with the Mob (funk/soul/pop)

8 p.M.: The Aardvarks (cover/rock/pop)

HANDWERKPLATZ

5, 6, 7 and 8 p.M.: Cast in Bronze

HOTEL BETHLEHEM PLATZ

1 p.M.: Diamond Jazz Swing (jazz)

5:30 p.M.: Christian Moon (funk/jazz/R&B/soul)

LAGERPLATZ

Noon: Island Time Lite

4 p.M.: Cathy Ritter (pop/rock)

5 p.M.: Strays & Misfits (alternative/folk/Americana/rock)

6 p.M.: Dan Krochmal (alt rock/indie)

7 p.M.: Melody Cruz (indie/pop/rock)

8 p.M.: Cedar Green (alt rock/punk rock)

LIEDERPLATZ

Noon: Strays & Misfits (alternative/folk/Americana/rock)

2 p.M.: Stefanie Johnson Band (folk/Americana)

4 p.M.: Wood n' Strings (world/classical/experimental)

5:30 p.M.: Pentley Holmes (blues/R&B/soul)

7 p.M.: Damn Tall Buildings (bluegrass/folk)

9 p.M.: Billy Bauer Band (alt/rock/folk/Americana)

MAIN STREET

Noon: Cate Great (street performer)

Noon: Cirque Deluxe (street performer)

Noon: Cass Noelle (folk/Americana/indie pop)

1:30 p.M.: Piano Pete (classical/jazz/pop)

3 p.M.: Dan Krochmal (alt rock/indie)

4:30 p.M.: Melody Cruz (indie/pop/rock)

6 p.M.: Big Easy Easton Brass Band 

6:30 p.M.: ARKAI (alt/classical/rock/jazz)

8:30 p.M.: Bren (indie rock)

PLAZA TROPICAL

Noon: Ghost of the Mill (rock)

1 p.M.: Erin Kelly (country rock)

2 p.M.: Close Drive (alternative)

3 p.M.: Miauna Parson (singer/songwriter)

4 p.M.: Surfing for Daisy (alternative/folk/Americana/rock)

5 p.M.: Just Say When (indie rock)

6 p.M.: Wynton Existing (alternative/rock/psychedelic)

7 p.M.: Jose Valentino & El G.Nie

9:30 p.M.: Movement Moves Media Showcase (reggae/hip-hop)

STADTPLATZ

6 p.M.: Elias Hix (alt/indie)

7:30 p.M.: Fleece (indie rock)

9:30 p.M.: Bastard Bearded Irishmen (Celtic/party/cover/rock)

ZINZENPLATZ

Noon and 1:30 p.M.: Pepperwine (soul/pop)

3 p.M.: Damn Tall Buildings (bluegrass/folk)

4:30 p.M.: Jamie Chesson (country/folk/Americana)

6:30 p.M.: The Arcadian Wild (indie/folk/pop)

8:30 p.M.: Heartless – A Tribute to Ann Wilson of Heart (classic rock tribute)

COMEDYPLATZ AT CHARLES A BROWN ICE HOUSE

2 p.M.: LIVE Podcast Taping: PROPER EBONICS

4:30*, 7 and 9:30 p.M.: Comedyplatz Standup Comedy Showcases

* family friendly show

SOUTH SIDE

AMERICAPLATZ AT LEVITT PAVILION STEELSTACKS

6 p.M.: The Break Plans (alternative/pop/rock)

7:30 p.M.: Metalachi (metal/mariachi covers)

9:30 p.M.: Igor & the Red Elvises (surf rock)

COMMUNITY STAGE AT AIR PRODUCTS TOWN SQUARE

Noon: Late Bloomers (blues rock)

2 p.M.: Deal – A Tribute to the Grateful Dead (tribute)

4:30 p.M.: Roi and The Secret People (alternative/indie/rock)

7 p.M.: Max Embers (singer/songwriter)

9 p.M.: Blue Twisted Steel (Americana/bluegrass)

11 p.M.: Afrobeats Production (Afrobeat) 

PNC SERIES AT MUSIKFEST CAFE

5:30 p.M.: SteelStacks HS Jazz All-Star Band (jazz)

8 p.M.: Magnum (rock)

10 p.M.: James Supra/Sarah Ayers Band (blues rock)

LYRIKPLATZ AT FRANK BANKO ALEHOUSE CINEMAS

2 p.M.: Jake Miller & Mike Lorenz (jazz)

3 p.M.: Max Embers (singer/songwriter)

4 p.M.: George Hrab (funk/indie/rock)

5 p.M.: Jack Pierone (singer/songwriter)

6 p.M.: John Bloys & the Acoustic Stew (blues/rock)

7 p.M.: DMac & Trevor (alt rock)

8 p.M.: Jamie Chesson (country/folk/Americana)

JAZZ CABARET STAGE AT FRANK BANKO ALEHOUSE CINEMAS

1 p.M.: Gary Guitar (electric instrumental guitar)

3 p.M.: Calmly Goes Under (alt rock)

5:30 p.M.: The Organization (jazz)

8 p.M.: Diamond Swing Jazz (jazz)

FRANK BANKO ALEHOUSE CINEMAS

10:45 p.M.: Musikfestchief: An Improv Comedy Encore

Sunday, Aug. 4

WIND CREEK STEEL STAGE

7 p.M.: Jowell & Randy with Luis Figueroa

NORTH SIDE

FAMILIENPLATZ

1:30 and 2:45 p.M.: Miss Stacy's Kids' Show

FESTPLATZ

Noon: Fritz's Polka Band (polka)

3:30 p.M.: Bunchafunk (funk/R&B/soul/rock)

6 p.M.: The Wonton Soups (alternative/funk/pop)

8:30 p.M.: Earth to Mars: A Tribute to Bruno Mars (tribute)

HANDWERKPLATZ

5, 6, 7 and 8 p.M.: Cast in Bronze

HOTEL BETHLEHEM PLATZ

1 p.M.: Dan Mies on the Keys (cover/pop/country)

5:30 p.M.: Corinne (jazz)

LAGERPLATZ

1 p.M.: ARKAI (alt/classical/rock/jazz)

2 p.M.: Roi and The Secret People (alternative/indie/rock)

3 p.M.: Jeremiah Tall (folk)

4 p.M.: Joe Janci

6 p.M.: George Hrab (funk/indie/rock) 

7 p.M.: Chuck Rissmiller – Vintage Country/Rock n' Roll (country/folk/Americana)

8 p.M.: Seth Witcher (alternative/pop/rock)

9 p.M.: The Hot Mamas (folk/Americana/pop)

LIEDERPLATZ

Noon: Barkley Cove (folk)

2 p.M.: Seth Witcher Duo (alternative/pop/rock)

4 p.M.: Piano Pete (classical/jazz/pop)

5:30 p.M.: Max Embers (singer/songwriter)

7 p.M.: Jeremiah Tall (folk)

9 p.M.: Craig Thatcher Akustic 5 featuring Billy, Chico, Cliff, Nyke & Craig (blues/rock)

MAIN STREET

Noon: Cate Great (street performer)

Noon: Cirque Deluxe (street performer)

Noon: Christina Giacoletti (alt/indie/singer/songwriter)

1:30 p.M.: Matt Bednarsky (folk/Americana)

3 p.M.: Payton Renee (alternative/indie/pop)

4:30 p.M.: Dina Hall Trio (blues/folk/Americana)

6:30 p.M.: The Hot Mamas (folk/Americana/pop)

8:30 p.M.: Chasing Daylight (indie/pop/R&B/soul)

PLAZA TROPICAL

Noon: Honey Wild (alt/funk/rock)

1 p.M.: Brendan Brisk Band (blues/jazz/jam)

2 p.M.: Powder Valley Bang (rock)

3 p.M.: Wynton Existing (alternative/rock/psychedelic)

4 p.M.: ARKAI (alt/classical/rock/jazz) 

5:30 p.M.: John Cruz (blues/folk/R&B)

7 p.M.: Metalachi (metal/Mariachi covers)

9 p.M.: Luisito Rosario Orchestra (Latin/salsa)

STADTPLATZ

6 p.M.: Dustin Douglas and the Electric Gentleman (blues)

7:30 p.M.: Anthony Krizan (blues/rock)

9:30 p.M.: The Discoteks (tribute/cover/pop/rock)

ZINZENPLATZ

Noon: Cathy Ritter (pop/rock)

1:30 and 3 p.M.: Sara Ontaneda (indie/Latin/pop)

4:30 p.M.: The Dracu-Las (alternative/rock/garage)

6:30 p.M.: Blair Crimmins and the Hookers (ragtime jazz/rock)

8:30 p.M.: Romeo Delight: Van Halen Tribute (tribute) 

COMEDYPLATZ AT CHARLES A. BROWN ICE HOUSE

12:30 and 3 p.M.: Poets for Justice Presents: The Back to the Beginning Showcase

SOUTH SIDE

AMERICAPLATZ AT LEVITT PAVILION STEELSTACKS

6 p.M.: Durieux (alt/funk/R&B/soul)

7:30 p.M.: Melt (alternative/indie)

9:30 p.M.: Boat House Row (yacht rock)

COMMUNITY STAGE AT AIR PRODUCTS TOWN SQUARE

Noon: Great Songs of Johnny Cash (tribute)

2 p.M.: Mysterious Ways – The U2 Experience (tribute)

4:30 p.M.: We3 Band (rock/pop/classic rock)

7 p.M.: The SwingTime Dolls (oldies/folk/Americana)

9 p.M.: Dave Fry (bluegrass/folk/Americana)

11 p.M.: Bez Musiq (pop/R&B/soul/world)

PNC SERIES AT MUSIKFEST CAFE

5:30 p.M.: Lehigh Valley Music Teachers Association (classical piano)

7:30 p.M.: JOYOUS (party/cover)

LYRIKPLATZ AT FRANK BANKO ALEHOUSE CINEMAS

2 p.M.: Von Otto (blues/rock/tribute)

3 p.M.: Mindy Murray (folk/Americana)

4 p.M.: Joe Lazorik "Good Times Piano Music" (folk/oldies)

5 p.M.: Matt Bednarsky (folk/Americana)

6 p.M.: Ella Bruch (alt/pop/rock)

7 p.M.: Dave Ebert (party/cover)

8 p.M.: Michael Patrick (country/folk/Americana)

JAZZ CABARET STAGE AT FRANK BANKO ALEHOUSE CINEMAS

1 p.M.: Peter Favilla Student Showcase (classical/jazz/pop)

3 p.M.: The SwingTime Dolls (oldies/folk/Americana)

5:30 p.M.: The Maeve Sullivan Quartet (Celtic/Irish/funk/jazz)

8 p.M.: Elisabeth Waters (jazz)

Monday, Aug. 5

WIND CREEK STEEL STAGE

6:15 p.M.: SLASH – S.E.R.P.E.N.T. Festival with SLASH, ZZ Ward, Robert Randolph, and Grace Bowers & The Hodge Podge 

NORTH SIDE

FAMILIENPLATZ

4 and 5 p.M.: Eddy Ray Magic

6 p.M.: Jumpin' Jamie

FESTPLATZ

Noon: Joe Stanky and the Cadets (polka)

3:30 p.M.: The Castaway Band (country/party/cover/rock)

6 p.M.: Red Dirt Revolution (party/cover/country)

8:30 p.M.: The Amish Outlaws (tribute)

HANDWERKPLATZ

5, 6, 7 and 8 p.M.: Cast in Bronze

HOTEL BETHLEHEM PLATZ

5:30 p.M.: Honey and Nutz (folk/pop/soul)

LAGERPLATZ

1 p.M.: Lilly Moss (country)

2 p.M.: Secret Menu (alternative/pop/rock)

5 p.M.: Avoiding Foreclosure

6 p.M.: DMC Duo (country/pop/rock)

7 p.M.: The Big Squeeze Zydeco Band

8 p.M.: Julia Miralles (alt/indie/rock)

LIEDERPLATZ

5 p.M.: The Victory Seeds (folk/rock)

7 p.M.: The Audio Files (alternative/party/cover/rock)

9 p.M.: George HraBand (funk/indie/rock)

MAIN STREET

Noon: Cirque Deluxe (street performer)

Noon: Cate Great (street performer)

Noon: Zena Goodwill – Spoken Word (spoken word)

1:30 p.M.: Julia Miralles (alt/indie/rock)

3 p.M.: Stacy Gabel (pop)

4:30 p.M.: Seth Witcher (alternative/pop/rock)

6:30 p.M.: Stefanie Johnson Duo (folk/Americana)

8:30 p.M.: Secret Menu (alternative/pop/rock)

PLAZA TROPICAL

Noon: Southern Lehigh Intermediate School Jazz Band (jazz)

1:30 p.M.: Corinne Mammana Student Showcase (community group)

3 p.M.: Who in the Room? (pop/rock/alternative/cover/funk/blues)

5:30 p.M.: Abstract Music Empire Entertainment (R&B/rap/hip-hop)

7:30 p.M.: Class Act (party/cover)

9:30 p.M.: Starting Tomorrow (pop/punk/funk/country/cover)

STADTPLATZ

6 p.M.: Emily Drinker (folk/pop/soul)

7:30 p.M.: Blair Crimmins and the Hookers (ragtime jazz/rock)

9:30 p.M.: Rift – A Tribute to Phish (tribute)

ZINZENPLATZ

5 p.M.: Fig for a Kiss (Celtic)

7 p.M.: Stephanie Grace Band (country/pop)

9 p.M.: Yesterday's Gone: A Tribute to Fleetwood Mac (tribute)

VESPER CONCERT SERIES

7 p.M.: Brett Miller (organist)

7:30 p.M.: Moravian University Quartet (classical)

SOUTH SIDE

AMERICAPLATZ AT LEVITT PAVILION STEELSTACKS

6 p.M.: Lindsay Jordan and the Gypsies (blues/pop/rock)

9:30 p.M.: Rubix Kube (tribute)

COMMUNITY STAGE AT AIR PRODUCTS TOWN SQUARE

4:30 p.M.: aGirl & aGuy Band (blues/folk/Americana/rock)

7 and 8:45 p.M.: Saxsquatch (party/cover/sax)

11 p.M.: Acoustic Kitty Project (country/folk/Americana)

PNC SERIES AT MUSIKFEST CAFE

5:30 p.M.: Zaire (blues/party/cover/rock)

7:30 p.M.: Common Bond (party/cover/pop/rock)

LYRIKPLATZ AT FRANK BANKO ALEHOUSE CINEMAS

5 p.M.: Lilly Moss (country)

6 p.M.: Eli Bordonaro (singer/songwriter)

7 p.M.: Jeiris Cook (blues/folk/R&B)

8 p.M.: Tim Harakal (singer/songwriter)

JAZZ CABARET STAGE AT FRANK BANKO ALEHOUSE CINEMAS

5:30 p.M.: C'est La Vie (Gypsy jazz)

8 p.M.: Dan Wilkins Quartet (jazz)

Tuesday, Aug. 6

WIND CREEK STEEL STAGE

7 p.M.: Old Dominion with special guest Kassi Ashton

NORTH SIDE

FAMILIENPLATZ

4 and 5 p.M.: Eddy Ray Magic

6 p.M.: Lolly Hopwood and Friends

FESTPLATZ

Noon: Johnny Koenig Band (polka)

3:30 p.M.: Stella and the Voodoo Fish (tribute/cover/pop/rock)

6 and 9:30 p.M.: Go Go Gadjet (party/cover)

7:30 p.M.: DJ Jamal Knight (pop/rock/soul)

HANDWERKPLATZ

5, 6, 7 and 8 p.M.: Cast in Bronze

HOTEL BETHLEHEM PLATZ

5:30 p.M.: DMC DUO (country/pop/rock)

LAGERPLATZ

2 p.M.: Ella Bruch (alt/pop/rock)

3 p.M.: Sarah Lanier & Carl Palmeri (folk/Americana)

5 p.M.: Doug Kaetz (alternative)

7 p.M.: Stefanie Johnson Duo (folk/Americana)

LIEDERPLATZ

5 p.M.: Wee Foggy Dogs (Irish/Scottish/folk)

7 p.M.: The Jolly Roving Tars (Celtic/Irish/folk/Americana)

9 p.M.: Chivalrous Crickets (Celtic/Irish)

MAIN STREET

Noon: Cirque Deluxe (street performer)

Noon: Cate Great (street performer)

Noon: Joe Lazorik "Good Times Piano" (folk/oldies)

1:30 p.M.: ROZSE (alternative/pop/rock/soul)

3 p.M.: Erin Kelly (country rock)

4:30 p.M.: The Normal Colleagues (alternative/pop/rock)

6:30 p.M.: Andrew Tirado Trio (funk/Latin/pop.R&B/rock)

8:30 p.M.: Ceviche (jazz/party/cover/pop)

PLAZA TROPICAL

Noon: Vocal Heights Studio (classical/cover/theater/pop)

1:30 p.M.: Lehigh Valley Charter High School for the Arts (indie/pop/rock)

4 p.M.: Who in the Room? (pop/rock/alternative/cover/funk/blues)

5:30 p.M.: Attack Dog (alternative/rock/punk)

7:30 p.M.: Carly Moffa (blues/folk/Americana/rock)

9:30 p.M.: Space Kamp (alternative/world/reggae)

STADTPLATZ

6 p.M.: Civilian (alt rock/party/cover)

7:30 p.M.: Fantastic Cat (folk/rock)

9:30 p.M.: Philly Nelson: A Tribute to Willie Nelson (tribute) 

ZINZENPLATZ

5 p.M.: Hannah Noel Band (pop/rock/country)

7 p.M.: A Night of Sinatra with Rich DiMare & The Ron Poster Trio (tribute)

9 p.M.: Greggie and the Jets (tribute)

VESPER CONCERT SERIES

7 p.M.: Brett Miller (organist)

7:30 p.M.: Wilmington Concert Opera performing highlights from La Serva Padrona (classical)

SOUTH SIDE

AMERICAPLATZ AT LEVITT PAVILION STEELSTACKS

6 p.M.: Ocean Avenue Stompers (blues/funk/brass)

7:30 p.M.: Myron Elkins (country)

9:30 p.M.: The Amish Outlaws (tribute)

COMMUNITY STAGE AT AIR PRODUCTS TOWN SQUARE

4:30 p.M.: Emma Bockrath (alt/indie)

7 and 9 p.M.: Saxsquatch (party/cover/sax)

11 p.M.: Reservoir Hill (country/rock/Americana)

PNC SERIES AT MUSIKFEST CAFE

5:30 p.M.: Rob Stoneback Quintet (jazz/brass)

7:30 p.M.: Little Bird and the Bad Eggs (alternative/folk/Americana indie)

LYRIKPLATZ AT FRANK BANKO ALEHOUSE CINEMAS

5 p.M.: Cathy Ritter (pop rock)

6 p.M.: Colin Wolf of Smooth Retsina Glow (rock)

7 p.M.: Dina Hall (blues/Americana/indie)

8 p.M.: Chasing Daylight (indie pop/R&B/soul)

JAZZ CABARET STAGE AT FRANK BANKO ALEHOUSE CINEMAS

5:30 p.M.: Two for Tea (jazz)

8 p.M.: Matt Pantos Quartet 

Wednesday, Aug. 7

WIND CREEK STEEL STAGE

7 p.M.: Lynyrd Skynyrd: Celebrating 50 Years

NORTH SIDE

FAMILIENPLATZ

6 p.M.: Dave Fry and the Family Band (children's/family)

FESTPLATZ

Noon: The Dave Betz Band (polka)

3:30 p.M.: Big Bone Daddy (blues/soul/rock)

6 p.M.: Bionic Defection (alternative/blues/rock)

8:30 p.M.: Dancing Dream – ABBA Tribute Band (pop/tribute)

HANDWERKPLATZ

5, 6, 7 and 8 p.M.: Cast in Bronze

HOTEL BETHLEHEM PLATZ

5:30 p.M.: Two for Tea (jazz)

LAGERPLATZ

1 p.M.: Colin Wolf of Smooth Retsina Glow (rock)

4 p.M.: Dina Hall (blues/Americana/indie)

5 p.M.: Eric Ian Farmer (indie/world)

7 p.M.: Von Otto (blues/rock/tribute)

9 p.M.: Maddie Pearl (punk rock)

LIEDERPLATZ

5 p.M.: Friar's Point Band (blues/rock)

7 p.M.: Rock Steady (party/cover)

9 p.M.: Fine and Mellow (oldies)

MAIN STREET

Noon: Kenneth Lightfoot's "Sleight of Humor" (street performer)

Noon: Elle Bruch (alt/pop/rock)

Noon: The Flaming Ginger (street performer)

1:30 p.M.: Amber Pierce (oldies/pop/rock)

3 p.M.: Laura Williams (indie/pop/Christian)

4:30 p.M.: Ceviche Duo (jazz/party/cover/pop)

6:30 p.M.: Rock and a Hard Place (cover/party)

8 p.M.: TIOGA (alternative/indie/rock)

PLAZA TROPICAL

Noon: CB Groove Cuts (pop)

2 p.M.: The Big Wahu Caribbean Band( reggae/calypso/beach)

4 p.M.: Stacy Gabel Band (pop)

6 p.M.: Ian Patrick Band (reggae/jam)

8:30 p.M.: Jimmy and the Parrots (party/cover)

STADTPLATZ

6 p.M.: Poppycock Babble (alternative/rock)

7 p.M.: The Aw Shucks Corn Eating Competition

7:30 p.M.: John Cruz (blues/folk/R&B)

9:30 p.M.: Bell Bottom Blues: A Tribute to Eric Clapton (tribute) 

ZINZENPLATZ

5 p.M.: Velvet Rouge (alternative/indie/rock)

7 p.M.: william h. Travis (folk/Americana/indie/cat dad)

9 p.M.: We May Be Right: A Tribute to Billy Joel (tribute/rock)

VESPER CONCERT SERIES

7 p.M.: Brett Miller (organist) 

7:30 p.M.: Sonya Quartet (classical)

SOUTH SIDE

AMERICAPLATZ AT LEVITT PAVILION STEELSTACKS

6 p.M.: Taylor Kelly (jazz/soul/funk)

7:30 p.M.: Empire Strikes Brass (brass/funk/rock)

9:30 p.M.: Shwayze (hip-hop)

COMMUNITY STAGE AT AIR PRODUCTS TOWN SQUARE

4:30 p.M.: Powder Valley Bang (rock)

7 and 9 p.M.: Safiyah Hernandez (alternative)

11 p.M.: Dueling Pianos (pop/rock/covers)

PNC SERIES AT MUSIKFEST CAFE

5:30 p.M.: Craig Kastelnik and Friends (jazz/pop/soul)

7:30 p.M.: Ginger and the Schnappes (jazz)

LYRIKPLATZ AT FRANK BANKO ALEHOUSE CINEMAS

5 p.M.: Joe Janci with Vern Warta (country/folk/Americana)

6 p.M.: Lindsay Jordan (blues/pop/rock)

7 p.M.: Colin O'Leary (alt/folk/indie)

8 p.M.: The CRYBABIES (folk/Americana/oldies)

JAZZ CABARET STAGE AT FRANK BANKO ALEHOUSE CINEMAS

5:30 p.M.: Nathan Hansen Trio (jazz)

8 p.M.: The Steve Sandberg/Premik Dream Music Duo (jazz/Latin/world)

Thursday, Aug. 8

WIND CREEK STEEL STAGE

7:30 p.M.: Black Eyed Peas with LOGUIDICE and Flyanna Boss

NORTH SIDE

FAMILIENPLATZ

6 p.M.: Dave Fry's Family Band (children's/family)

FESTPLATZ

Noon: All the Kings Men: A Jolly Joe Timmer Tribute (polka)

3:30 p.M.: Mushmouth (party/cover)

6:30 p.M.: Afrobeats Production (Afrobeat)

8:30 p.M.: Garden State Radio (party/cover)

HANDWERKPLATZ

5, 6, 7 and 8 p.M.: Cast in Bronze

HOTEL BETHLEHEM PLATZ

5:30 p.M.: Dolcetto (jazz/blues/pop)

LAGERPLATZ

3 p.M.: Safiyah Hernandez (alternative)

4 p.M.: Colin O'Leary (alternative/folk/Americana/singer/songwriter)

5 p.M.: Amber Pierce (oldies/pop/rock)

6 p.M.: Eli Bordonaro (singer/songwriter)

7 p.M.: Kenzie Lynn (singer/songwriter)

8 p.M.: Shaun Lally (party/cover/R&B/soul rock)

9 p.M.: Living Rarity 

LIEDERPLATZ

5 p.M.: River Drivers (Celtic/Americana)

7 p.M.: House of Hamill (bluegrass/folk/Celtic)

9 p.M.: The Groove Merchants (blues/funk)

MAIN STREET

Noon: Emma Bockrath (alt/indie)

Noon: The Flaming Ginger (street performer)

1:30 p.M.: Twelve String (alternative/pop/rock)

3 p.M.: Jillian Dolan (singer/songwriter)

4:30 p.M.: Joe Miralles Trio (pop/rock)

6:30 p.M.: Billy Bauer (singer/songwriter)

8:30 p.M.: Eric Ian Farmer (indie/world)

PLAZA TROPICAL

Noon: Lehigh Valley Girls Rock (alternative/indie)

1:30 p.M.: Community Music School (classical/jazz/pop)

3:30 p.M.: Rock and a Hard Place & Sentiment of Sun (alternative/pop/rock)

5:30 p.M.: Maddie Pearl (punk rock)

7:30 p.M.: Mike Mains & the Branches (indie rock)

9:30 p.M.: Scythian (folk/Americana)

STADTPLATZ

6 p.M.: Hans Williams (singer/songwriter)

7 p.M.: The Pennsylvania State Steinholding Championship Qualifiers

7:30 p.M.: Bella's Bartok (folk)

9:30 p.M.: The Warped Band – The Ultimate Tribute to Warped Tour (tribute/rock/punk)

ZINZENPLATZ

5 p.M.: Ruby Dear (alternative/indie/rock)

7 p.M.: Slingshot Dakota (alternative/indie/pop)

9 p.M.: Anthem: A Tribute to Rush (tribute)

VESPER CONCERT SERIES

7 p.M.: Brett Miller (organist)

7:30 p.M.: Patrick Feher: Solo Pieces for Saxophone (classical)

SOUTH SIDE

AMERICAPLATZ AT LEVITT PAVILION STEELSTACKS

6 p.M.: DJ Spooky presents Arctic Rhythms (EDM/hip-hop/classical)

7:30 p.M.: TEKE::TEKE (Japanese/psych-rock)

9:30 p.M.: Preservation Hall Jazz Band (jazz)

COMMUNITY STAGE AT AIR PRODUCTS TOWN SQUARE

4:30 p.M.: American Street Band (party/cover)

7 and 9 p.M.: Neil Grover (pop)

11 p.M.: Brian Hansen Band (funk/R&B/soul/rock)

PNC SERIES AT MUSIKFEST CAFE

10 p.M.: Musikfest Drag Show (drag)

LYRIKPLATZ AT FRANK BANKO ALEHOUSE CINEMAS

5 p.M.: Acoustic Kitty Project (country/folk/Americana)

6 p.M.: Pentley Holmes (blues/R&B/soul)

7 p.M.: Melody Cruz (indie/pop/rock)

8 p.M.: Hayley Jackson (pop/cover/soul)

JAZZ CABARET STAGE AT FRANK BANKO ALEHOUSE CINEMAS

1:30 p.M.: Creative Confidential 

6 p.M.: The Quarter Notes (funk/party/cover/saxophone)

8 p.M.: Hot Club of Philadelphia (jazz)

Friday, Aug. 9

WIND CREEK STEEL STAGE

7 p.M.: Big Time Rush with Crash Adams and Sorelle

NORTH SIDE

FAMILIENPLATZ

4 p.M.: Lolly Hopwood and Friends

6 p.M.: Dave Fry's Family Band (children's/family)

FESTPLATZ

Noon: The Supernaturals (rock)

3:30 p.M.: Hydraulic Lime (rock/party/cover)

6 p.M.: The Mighty Spectrum (rock/classic rock/cover)

8:30 p.M.: 70s Flashback Band (classic rock/tribute)

HOTEL BETHLEHEM PLATZ

5:30 p.M.: Slicked Up Nines (jazz/party/brass band)

LAGERPLATZ

Noon: Conor & The Wild Hunt (folk/Americana/indie/pop)

1 p.M.: Hannah Noel (pop/rock/country)

4 p.M.: Jenny Founds 

5 p.M.: Wee Foggy Dogs(Irish/Scottish/folk)

6 p.M.: Stacy Gabel (pop)

7 p.M.: Jillian Dolan & Nate Blouse (alternative/folk/Americana/rock/singer/songwriter)

8 p.M.: Jim Rezac (singer/songwriter)

9 p.M.: Powder Valley Bang (rock)

LIEDERPLATZ

5 p.M.: Conor & The Wild Hunt (folk/Americana/indie/pop)

7 p.M.: Reservoir Hill (country/rock/Americana)

9 p.M.: BC Blue (blues)

MAIN STREET

Noon: Alyssa Garcia (jazz/pop/R&B/soul)

Noon: The Flaming Ginger (street performer)

Noon: Kenneth Lightfoot's "Sleight of Humor" (street performer)

1:30 p.M.: Jim Rezac (singer/songwriter)

3 p.M.: Sarah Lanier and Carl Palmeri (folk/Americana)

4:30 p.M.: Kendal Conrad (country/pop)

6:30 p.M.: Nick and Shannon Mains (indie rock)

7 p.M.: Big Easy Easton Brass Band (jazz/street performer)

8:30 p.M.: Conor & The Wild Hunt (folk/Americana/indie/pop)

PLAZA TROPICAL

Noon: School of Rock Bank Street Band (cover)

3:30 p.M.: Ridge Rock & The 307 (alternative/pop/rock)

5:30 p.M.: Kuf Knotz and Christine Elise (hip-hop/R&B/soul)

7 p.M.: Fabricio Orihuela (Caribbean)

9 p.M.: East Coast Salsa Scene (salsa)

STADTPLATZ

6 p.M.: The BriTles (tribute)

7:30 p.M.: The Truants (tribute/oldies/rock)

9:30 p.M.: haZy cosmic jive (tribute)

ZINZENPLATZ

5 p.M.: Brittany Ann Tranbaugh (folk/Americana)

7 p.M.: Mya Byrne (Americana)

9 p.M.: Jagged Little Thrill – The Alanis Experience (tribute)

COMEDYPLATZ AT THE ICE HOUSE

7 and 9:30 p.M.: Comedyplatz Standup Comedy Showcases

VESPER CONCERT SERIES

7:30 p.M.: Dueto Pandora: Columbian Sounds on Strings (classical)

SOUTH SIDE

AMERICAPLATZ AT LEVITT PAVILION STEELSTACKS

6 p.M.: Gooch and the Motion (blues)

7:30 p.M.: Divine Sweater (indie)

9:30 p.M.: Scythian (folk/Americana)

COMMUNITY STAGE AT AIR PRODUCTS TOWN SQUARE

Noon: RadioOne (party/cover)

2 p.M.: Island Time (oldies/party/cover)

4:30 p.M.: Sons of Izzy (rock)

7 and 9 p.M.: mrnoname (alternative/pop)

11 p.M.: Movement Moves Media Showcase (reggae/hip-hop)

PNC SERIES AT MUSIKFEST CAFE

5:30 p.M.: The Verdict (party/cover)

7:30 p.M.: Truth: A Celebration of Jeff Beck (tribute/rock)

9:30 p.M.: The Bionic Defection (alternative/blues/rock)

LYRIKPLATZ AT FRANK BANKO ALEHOUSE CINEMAS

2 p.M.: Piano Pete (classical/jazz/pop)

3 p.M.: Amber Pierce (oldies/pop/rock)

4 p.M.: Alyssa Garcia (jazz/pop/R&B/soul)

5 p.M.: Jim Rezac (singer/songwriter)

6 p.M.: Neil Grover (pop)

7 p.M.: Ms. Melania Tapia – Spoken Word (spoken word)

8 p.M.: Brittany Ann Tranbaugh (folk/Americana)

JAZZ CABARET STAGE AT FRANK BANKO ALEHOUSE CINEMAS

1 p.M.: Brothers Tim and Matt Wolfe (jazz) 

3 p.M.: The Valley Four (barbershop quartet)

5:30 p.M.: Mike Lorenz Trio (jazz)

8 p.M.: Hailey Brinnel (jazz)

FRANK BANKO ALEHOUSE CINEMAS

10:45 p.M.: Improv Comedy: Synced Up and We're Good, You're Great Mash Up Show

Saturday, Aug. 10

WIND CREEK STEEL STAGE

7 p.M.: Ludacris with LG

NORTH SIDE

FAMILIENPLATZ

2, 3 and 4 p.M.: Eddy Ray Magic

FESTPLATZ

Noon: The Steelworkers Polka Band (polka)

3:30 p.M.: We3 Band (rock/pop/classic rock)

5:30 p.M.: Flight Risk (party/cover)

8 p.M.: Hunkajunk (party/cover)

HOTEL BETHLEHEM PLATZ

1 p.M.: Cass Noelle (folk/Americana/indie pop)

5:30 p.M.: Slicked Up Nines (jazz/part/brass band)

LAGERPLATZ

Noon: Pentley Holmes (blues/R&B/soul)

2 p.M.: Kuf Knotz & Christine Elise (hip-hop/R&B/soul)

3 p.M.: Dmac (alt rock)

4 p.M.: Lindsay Jordan (blues/pop/rock)

6 p.M.: Erin Kelly (country rock)

LIEDERPLATZ

Noon: Blue Valley Bluegrass Band (bluegrass/Americana)

2 p.M.: Melody Cruz & The Audio Files (pop rock)

4 p.M.: Dylan Zangwill (blues/country/rock)

5:30 p.M.: Bobcat Opposum (Celtic/folk/Americana/old time)

7 p.M.: Kuf Knotz and Christine Elise (hip-hop/R&B/soul)

9 p.M.: Dina Hall Band (blues/folk/Americana)

MAIN STREET

Noon: Kenneth Lighfoot's "Sleight of Humor" (street performer)

Noon: Hannah Noel (pop/rock/country)

Noon: The Flaming Ginger (street performer)

1:30 p.M.: Kenzie Lynn (singer/songwriter)

3 p.M.: Ted Donatelli of The Aardvarks (cover/rock/pop)

4:30 p.M.: Pentley Holmes (blues/R&B/soul)

6 p.M.: Big Easy Easton Brass Band (jazz/street performer)

6:30 p.M.: Dylan Zangwill (blues/country/rock)

8:30 p.M.: Koser (indie/pop/rock)

PLAZA TROPICAL

Noon: Sol Katana (pop/Latin/funk)

2:30 p.M.: Herencia Jibara (Latin)

4:30 p.M.: LatinaFM Presents (Latin)

7 p.M.: Afrobeats Production (Afrobeat)

9 p.M.: Pancho Bongo su Orquesta (Latin)

STADTPLATZ

6 p.M.: Oxford Circus Philly (British Invasion tribute)

7:30 p.M.: The Wankers (rock/tribute/Britpop)

9:30 p.M.: Strawberry Fields (Tribute)

ZINZENPLATZ

Noon: Valendina (alternative/pop/rock/punk)

1:30 p.M.: Erin Kelly Band (country rock)

3 p.M.: Drew and the Blue (rock)

4:30 p.M.: Koser (indie/pop/rock)

6:30 p.M.: Gentleman Brawlers (indie/pop/world)

8:30 p.M.: Life After Dead: Grateful Dead Tribute (tribute)

COMEDYPLATZ AT THE ICE HOUSE

2 p.M.: Live Podcast Taping: The Tyler Rothrock Show

4:30*, 7 and 9:30 p.M.: Comedyplatz Standup Comedy Showcases

*family-friendly show

SOUTH SIDE

AMERICAPLATZ AT LEVITT PAVILION STEELSTACKS

6 p.M.: Ma'am (alternative/country)

7:30 p.M.: Larry & Joe (Venezuelan folk)

9:30 p.M.: Dustbowl Revival (indie)

COMMUNITY STAGE AT AIR PRODUCTS TOWN SQUARE

Noon: Fretless Acacia (pop)

2 p.M.: Up and Up – A Tribute to Coldplay by Chasing Daylight (tribute)

4:30 p.M.: B. D. Lenz Band (party/cover)

7 and 9 p.M.: Reina Williams (hip-hop/reggae/soul)

11 p.M.: TheRealZellyZel (funk/R&B/soul/rap/hip-hop)

PNC SERIES AT MUSIKFEST CAFE

5:30 p.M.: Bethlehem Steel Company Legacy Band (concert band)

8 p.M.: Cunningham and Associates (party/cover)

10 p.M.: Mysterious Ways – The U2 Experience (tribute)

LYRIKPLATZ AT FRANK BANKO ALEHOUSE CINEMAS

2 p.M.: Doug Kaetz (alternative)

3 p.M.: Andrew Tirado (funk/Latin/pop/R&B/rock)

4 p.M.: Joe Miralles (pop/rock)

5 p.M.: Christina Giacolletti (alt/indie/singer/songwriter)

6 p.M.: Payton Renee (alternative/indie/pop)

7 p.M.: Jillian Dolan (singer/songwriter)

8 p.M.: Bekah Elaine (alternative/funk/jazz/R&B)

JAZZ CABARET STAGE AT FRANK BANKO ALEHOUSE CINEMAS

1 p.M.: Pennsylvania Youth Theatre Showcase (musical theater)

3 p.M.: Liberty Jams (rock/pop)

5:30 p.M.: Dolcetto (jazz/blues/pop)

8 p.M.: Rio Bossa (Latin jazz/world)

FRANK BANKO ALEHOUSE CINEMAS

10:45 p.M.: Swipe Right: The Online Dating Game Show

Sunday, Aug. 11

WIND CREEK STEEL STAGE

7 p.M.: ZZ Top with special guest Foghat

NORTH SIDE

FAMILIENPLATZ

1:30 and 2:45 p.M.: Miss Stacy's Kids' Show: At the Zoo-oo-oo

FESTPLATZ

Noon: John Stevens Polka (polka)

3:30 p.M.: The Class of '84 (party/cover/pop)

5:30 p.M.: JOYOUS (party/cover)

8 p.M.: Philadelphia Funk Authority (party/cover)

HOTEL BETHLEHEM PLATZ

1 p.M.: Dan Mies on the Keys (cover/pop/country)

5:30 p.M.: The Artisan Jazz Trio (jazz)

LAGERPLATZ

2 p.M.: Twelve String Acoustic Duo (alternative/pop/rock)

5 p.M.: Emma Bockrath (alt/indie)

6 p.M.: Grace Morrison (country/folk/Americana)

7 p.M.: Jillian Rossi & John Harding 

8 p.M.: The Normal Colleagues (alternative/pop/rock)

LIEDERPLATZ

Noon: Todd Albright (country/blues)

1:30 p.M.: Heather Pierson Duo (jazz/blues/folk)

3 p.M.: Sloan Wainwright (blues/folk)

4:30 p.M.: Big Lazy (country)

6:30 p.M.: Danielia Cotton (country/rock/soul)

MAIN STREET

Noon: Kenneth Lightfoot's "Sleight of Humor" (street performer)

Noon: Hayley Jackson (pop/cover/soul)

Noon: The Flaming Ginger (street performer)

1:30 p.M.: Jeiris Cook (blues/folk/R&B)

3 p.M.: Grace Morrison (country/folk/Americana)

4:30 p.M.: Smooth Retsina Glow (alternative/indie/pop)

7 p.M.: The Morning Doves (folk/Americana/indie)

PLAZA TROPICAL

Noon: The Lesson Center (pop/rock)

3:30 p.M.: Vocal Heights Studio 

5 p.M.: Moken (AfroPop rock)

7 p.M.: Cocomama (salsa)

9 p.M.: Hector Rosado y su Orq Hache (Latin jazz)

STADTPLATZ

6 p.M.: The Reverend Shawn Amos (blues/Americana/folk)

7:30 p.M.: The Sensational Barnes Brothers (Gospel/blues)

9:30 p.M.: Billy Bauer's Dave Matthews Band Tribute (tribute)

ZINZENPLATZ

Noon: Steve Brosky (blues/folk/Americana/world)

1:30 p.M.: Cass Noelle (folk/Americana/indie pop)

3 p.M.: The Morning Doves (folk/Americana/indie)

4:30 p.M.: The Audio Files (alternative/party/cover/rock)

6:30 p.M.: Bassel and the Supernaturals (funk & soul)

8:30 p.M.: Brain Damage: A Tribute to Pink Floyd (tribute)

SOUTH SIDE

AMERICAPLATZ AT LEVITT PAVILION STEELSTACKS

6 p.M.: Trashy Annie (alternative/country/rock)

7:30 p.M.: Zach Person (blues rock)

9:30 p.M.: Craig Thatcher Band (blues/rock)

COMMUNITY STAGE AT AIR PRODUCTS TOWN SQUARE

Noon: Burn the Jukebox (cover/party)

2 p.M.: The BriTles (tribute)

4:30 p.M.: Cedar Green (alt rock/punk rock)

7 and 9 p.M.: Shaun Lally (party/cover/R&B/soul rock)

PNC SERIES AT MUSIKFEST CAFE

5:30 p.M.: Scott Marshall and The Highway Souls (country folk/Americana)

7:30 p.M.: Dueling Pianos (pop/rock/covers)

LYRIKPLATZ AT FRANK BANKO ALEHOUSE CINEMAS

2 p.M.: Bren (indie rock)

3 p.M.: TIOGA (alternative/indie/rock)

4 p.M.: Jon Fadem (alt/soul/rock)

5 p.M.: Shaun Lally (party/cover/R&B/soul rock)

6 p.M.: Matt Dellecker (folk/Americana)

7 p.M.: Grace Morrison (country/folk/Americana)

8 p.M.: Kendal Conrad (country pop)

JAZZ CABARET STAGE AT FRANK BANKO ALEHOUSE CINEMAS

1 p.M.: The Artisan Jazz Trio (jazz)

3 p.M.: Parkland HS Strolling Strings (classical/jazz/pop)

5:30 p.M.: Corinne (jazz)

8 p.M.: Last Thursday Band (jazz)

Other Events

FIREWORKS DISPLAY

10 p.M.: Aug. 11

WORSHIP SERVICES

Lehigh Valley Church: 10 a.M. Aug. 4, Plaza Tropical

Grace Church: 10 a.M. Aug. 4, Festplatz

Polka Mass: 10 a.M. Aug. 11, Festplatz

FAMLIENPLATZ

Crayola Creativity Tent Hours

5-9 p.M.: Aug. 2

Noon-9 p.M.: Aug. 3-11

ARTSQUEST GLASS STUDIO TENT

Air Products Americaplatz at Levitt Pavilion SteelStacks

Visit the ArtsQuest Glass Studio Tent to participate in Hot Glass Experiences, pre-registration online required, watch live artist demos and find unique handmade glass items for purchase from local artists. To register, go to www.Bananafactory.Org/event/16340/musikfest-hot-glass-experience/.

Glass Studio hours:

Weekdays

4-8 p.M.: Hot Glass Experiences (online registration required)

8-10 p.M.: Musikfest Mug "Blown Away style" competition

4-10 p.M.: retail sales open

Weekends

Noon-8 p.M.: Hot Glass Experiences (online registration required)

8-10 p.M.: Musikfest Mug "Blown Away style" competition

Noon-10 p.M.: retail sales open

AXE THROWING AT PLAZA TROPICAL

Presented by Throw House

5-11 p.M.: Aug. 2

Noon-11 p.M.: Aug. 3-11

Throw House will accept credit cards and Musikfest cash cards.

HISTORIC BETHLEHEM MUSIKFEST ACTIVITIES

For information, go to historicbethlehem.Org. Activities are free unless otherwise noted.

Luckenbach Mill First Floor

Noon-7 p.M.: Aug. 2-4 and Aug. 9-11

Noon-5 p.M.: Aug. 5-8

Cool off while you shop. Commemorate your Musikfest experience with great souvenirs at our store.

Lehigh Art Alliance Exhibition at Luckenbach Mill Second Floor

Noon-6 p.M.: Aug. 2-4 and Aug. 9-11

Noon-4 p.M.: Aug. 5-8

At the Lehigh Art Alliance Juried Exhibition, you'll enjoy a variety of original two- and three-dimensional works of art from regional artists — all available for purchase. Don't miss the live art demos. Donations accepted.

Historic Pub Walking Tour

Leaves from 501 Main St.

3 p.M.: Aug. 2-4 and Aug. 9-11

This guided tour of Bethlehem Brewing history answers questions like: How did people order beer during prohibition? What did John Adams drink when he visited Bethlehem? What are the connections between early brewing and the early Moravians? Ticket required. To purchase tickets, go to historicbethlehem.Org/shop/product/historic-pub-walking-tour/.

Love, Lust & Marriage Walking Tour

Leaves from the Moravian Museum of Bethlehem, 66 W. Church St.

1 p.M.: Aug 2 and 9

This walking tour, which starts out in the Gemeinhaus — the oldest building in Bethlehem — gives guests an intimate look into what love courtship and marriage were like in early Moravian Bethlehem. Ticket required. To purchase tickets, go to www.Historicbethlehem.Org/shop/product/love-lust-and-marriage-tour/.

Heart & Soul – Music in Moravian Bethlehem Walking Tour

Leaves from the Moravian Museum of Bethlehem, 66 W. Church St.

1 p.M.: Aug. 3-4 and Aug. 10-11

Bethlehem's musical identity was in place long before the start of Musikfest. Explore the musical city with a certified, costumed guide. Step inside and find out about the tradition of polyglot singing, singing in multiple languages simultaneously, or hear the sounds of instruments rarely played today, such as the serpentine or the krumhorn as you explore the very places early Moravians sang and played in. Ticket required. To purchase tickets, go to www.Historicbethlehem.Org/shop/product/heart-soul-music-in-moravian-bethlehem-walking-tour/.

Historic Bethlehem Heritage Trail

Virtual. Available 24/7.

Around Bethlehem's Historic District Hike, run, or bike the trail with our audio companion Available 24/7 Six links, 80 stations and three centuries of incredible history. Experience Bethlehem like never before on your own time and at your own pace, right on your phone. Walk, run or bike through three centuries of Bethlehem history. Features along the trail include two National Historic Landmarks, the newly designated Historic Moravian Bethlehem National Historic Landmark District, Victorian era home, and Bethlehem Steel buildings. Available for online purchase. To purchase tickets, go to www.Historicbethlehem.Org/shop/product/heritage-trail/.

Goundie Garden Retro Dance Party

Goundie Garden located behind the Goundie House, 501 Main St.

6-10 p.M.: Aug. 2 and 9

Get your groove on at the retro Goundie Garden Dance Party. Nite Liters LLC and Soul Latineers partner with Historic Bethlehem Museums & Sites to bring back the popular 70s style garden party with vinyl record spinning, a lounge area and vendors. A great way to unwind and relax, right in the heart of bustling Main Street. Donations accepted.

Blacksmith Shop

Colonial Industrial Quarter

Noon-7 p.M.: Aug. 2-4 and Aug. 9-11

Noon-5 p.M.: Aug. 5-8

What was it like to be a blacksmith or tinsmith in early Bethlehem? Find out at 1750 Smithy by attending one of our live blacksmith or tinsmith demonstrations. Professional 'smiths demonstrate how Moravians forged hooks, hinges and door handles. Donations accepted.

Shropp Dry Goods Shoppe

505 Main St.

10 a.M. To 9 p.M.: Aug. 2-4 and Aug. 9-11

10 a.M. To 7 p.M.: Aug. 5-8

Stop in our recently opened shop, inspired by the original 19th century Shropp Shoppe, and find a variety of foods, gifts and hand-made products made by local artists. All purchases directly support the preservation of 20 historic sites in Bethlehem. Musikfest mugs will be available to purchase here and all mugs purchased through Historic Bethlehem Museums & Sites will also include access to the Heritage Trail walk, bike or run audio tour companion.

Goundie House Welcome Center

Goundie House, 501 Main St.

10 a.M. To 9 p.M.: Aug. 2-4 and Aug. 9-11

10 a.M. To 7 p.M.: Aug. 5-8

Stop by and learn about all of Historic Bethlehem's activities and happenings during Musikfest and beyond. Purchase your Musikfest mug here and directly support 20 historic sites in Bethlehem. All mugs purchased through Historic Bethlehem Museums & Sites will also include access to the Heritage Trail walk, bike or run audio tour companion.

Colonial Craft Demonstrations

Experience what life was like for Colonial Craftsmen by attending live demonstrations from contemporary, master artists. Throughout the Colonial Industrial Quarter and Moravian Museum courtyard, contemporary craftsmen will showcase the creation of a variety of products and wares that were important to the Moravian community, allowing visitors to get a glimpse into colonial life. Go to historicbethlehem.Org for locations and schedules. Donations accepted. 

Originally Published: July 26, 2024 at 6:00 a.M.


Here We Go: A Look At What's New At Musikfest 2024

Published July 30. 2024 02:00PM

Musikfest 2024 is here, bigger than ever in its 41st year.

Musikfest opens Wednesday and runs through Aug. 11 on the North Side and at SteelStacks on the South Side of Bethlehem.

Most of the more than 500 concerts are free.

Ticketed concerts for headliners at Wind Creek Steel Stage at PNC Plaza at SteelStacks on the South Side include: Greta Van Fleet, Aug. 1; Sugar Ray, Better Than Ezra, Tonic, Aug. 2; Shinedown, Aug. 3; Jowell & Randy, Aug. 4, Slash, Aug. 5; Old Dominion, Aug. 6; Lynyrd Skynyrd, Aug. 7; Black Eyed Peas, Aug. 8; Big Time Rush, Aug. 9; Ludacris, Aug. 10, and ZZ Top, Aug. 11.

ArtsQuest has new attractions for Musikfest 2024, including an expanded lineup of artists, immersive art installations, culinary offerings and new stages and experiences.

Here's an overview of Musikfest performers:

• 422 artists with more than 530 performances.

• Artists from 22 different states in the United States and seven nations.

• 48 percent of the festival features female members in the group.

• 36 percent of the festival features artists of color.

• 42 percent of the groups are first-time performers.

• 58 percent are returning artists.

New Free Stage Artists include:

• Preservation Hall Jazz Band, New Orleans, La.

• Shwayze, Hip-Hop, Malibu, Calif.

• The Warped Band, Warped Tour tribute band, Mechanicsburg

• Rift, Phish tribute band, Philadelphia

• Philly Nelson, Willy Nelson tribute, Philadelphia

• Burn the Jukebox, cover band, Wilkes-Barre

ComedyPlatz

On Saturdays during Musikfest, live podcast recordings take place at the Charles A. Brown Ice House.

"Night Moves," 2 p.M. Aug. 3, is a weekly comedy podcast hosted by comics Tyler Rothrock, Sean Preston and Lou Misiano.

"Proper Ebonics," 2 p.M. Aug. 10, hosted by comedians Alan Massenburg and Kirk Griffiths, takes on current events and pop culture.

New mural

Located across from the Visitor Center, the First Street bus shelter will be transformed by this year's Musikfest poster artist Lauren Beck, with a grant from Creative Communities and the Pennsylvania Council of the Arts.

Music Conference

The Musikfest Music Industry and Education Music Conference is 10 a.M.-5 p.M. Aug. 1, 2, ArtsQuest Center, 101 Founders Way, Bethlehem.

Verticali Sphere

From Italy, eVenti Verticali's Sphere makes its United States premiere at Musikfest, 7 p.M. And 9 p.M. Aug. 9-11, Martin Guitar Handwerkplatz.

In the 30-minute outdoor performances, five aerialists are suspended 60 feet above the ground.

The performance begins with the transparent sphere deflated with one aerialist inside. The sphere is raised by a crane, becoming a gigantic, fully-inflated globe.

BMX Stunt Team

• Monster Energy BMX Stunt Team Experience has 20-minute performances with a DJ and emcee, 4 p.M., 6 p.M., 8 p.M. Aug. 9 and 10; and 2 p.M., 4 p.M., 6 p.M. Aug. 11.

Listening Lounge

The Listening Lounge, presented by Inclusion For Everybody is back. It's on the south side in front of the flywheel.

Everyone can wear wireless headphones and-or a vibrating backpack (BASSpak) to witness the live music with increased clarity, creating a multisensory experience at an adjustable volume or canceling outside noise out (the latter may benefit people who are deaf or hard of hearing, as well as people who experience sensory-processing disorders, autism and social anxiety.)

A corny contest

The "Aw Shucks Corn-Eating Competition" is 7 p.M. Aug. 7, in front of PNC Stadtplatz stage.

The rules are: Corn must be eaten horizontally. Corn must be swallowed. Corn must be kept down. Contestants must be 18 or older at the time of the competition. Registration: Musikfest.Org.

Hold that stein

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