Michigan Irish Music Festival

09/06/2026

🎶Artist Feature: Seamus Kennedy

A longtime Michigan Irish Music Festival favorite is back! Catch Seamus Kennedy -Irish Entertainer & So Much More EVERY DAY (Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday) of the festival.

For more than 30 years, Seamus has entertained audiences across the country with Irish ballads, lively tunes, quick wit, and plenty of audience participation. Whether he's telling a story, firing off a joke, or getting the whole crowd singing along, you can count on Seamus to make every show a little different and a whole lot of fun.

Learn more about Seamus Kennedy, explore the full lineup, and plan your festival weekend at michiganirish.org or by downloading the Michigan Irish Music Festival app.

A special thank you to John Grace Restoration, presenting sponsor of Seamus Kennedy. We appreciate your support of the Michigan Irish Music Festival!

09/06/2026

Let’s take a minute to say a big THANK YOU to our presenting sponsor, Family Financial Credit Union, as well as our additional major sponsors, G&L, Tyler Sales Company, Langlois Home Furnishings, and The Mart Dock ! Your support means so much to us and helps make this festival the great success that it is!

09/05/2026

🎶Artist Feature: The Kreellers

Get ready for The Kreellers, performing Friday and Saturday at the Michigan Irish Music Festival!

Hailing from Detroit, The Kreellers bring a gritty mix of Celtic roots and rock to the stage. Their music puts a modern spin on traditional Celtic tunes while making plenty of room for original songs. Add in a little spontaneity and a whole lot of crowd interaction, and you never quite know what you're going to get when The Kreellers take the stage!

Learn more about The Kreellers, explore the full lineup, and plan your festival weekend at michiganirish.org or by downloading the Michigan Irish Music Festival app.

A special thank you to Gielow Groom Terpstra & McEvoy , Groom, Terpstra & McEvoy, presenting sponsor of The Kreellers. We appreciate your support of the Michigan Irish Music Festival!

09/03/2026

Applications are open for the Kathy Rabach Irish Dance Scholarship! ☘️

Established in Kathy’s honor, this annual $500 scholarship celebrates students who share her passion for Irish dance, community volunteerism, and leadership. The scholarship can be used toward dance expenses, competition travel, or college tuition.

Applications are due September 12, 2026, and the recipient will be recognized during the Parade of Champions at Michigan Irish Music Festival.

And don’t miss the Michigan Feis on Saturday of the festival, featuring incredible Irish dancers and competition throughout the day! 💚

See the original post for scholarship eligibility requirements and application details.

Kathy was an outstanding leader and pioneer for the Michigan Feis, and her legacy continues on through the Kathy Rabach Irish Dance Scholarship🍀

If you are interested in applying for this scholarship, please view the requirements and application details below ⬇️

08/31/2026

Who wants to watch The East Pointers or Scythian from ONSTAGE?! 🙋☘️

Family Financial Credit Union continues to be an incredible Presenting Sponsor of Michigan Irish Music Festival, and we love that they’re giving festival fans the chance to experience the weekend in such a fun way. Be sure to stop into an FFCU branch and enter by September 4!

☘️ 𝑬𝒏𝒕𝒆𝒓 𝒕𝒐 𝑾𝒊𝒏 𝑽𝑰𝑷 𝑺𝒆𝒂𝒕𝒔 𝒊𝒏 𝑳𝒂𝒓𝒓𝒚’𝒔 𝑳𝒐𝒖𝒏𝒈𝒆! ☘️

We’re talking ONSTAGE seating for The East Pointers or Scythian private beverage service, Blarney Bucks for snacks and drinks, an official MIMF shirt, and oh yeah… a ridiculously comfy recliner provided by Langlois Home Furnishings.

Two lucky winners (and their guests) will experience the Michigan Irish Music Festival like never before - right from the best seats in the house!

🎟 Two single-day admission tickets
🎤 ONSTAGE seats (The East Pointers on Friday, Scythian on Saturday)
🍻 $50 in Blarney Bucks
👕 Official MIMF Shirt
🥂 Private drink service
🛋 VIP recliner seating
Enter at any FFCU branch by September 4th!
No purchase necessary. Just the luck of the draw ☘️

08/30/2026

We’re getting closer to Michigan Irish Music Festival weekend! ☘️🎶

Our Director of Marketing, Morgan Witmer, stopped by FOX 17’s Morning Mix to share what’s in store September 17–20, from incredible Celtic music to cultural activities, demonstrations, shopping and plenty of fun for the whole family.

Watch the clip and then grab your tickets while you can! Ticket prices increase September 1, so now is the time to save. Kids 12 and under get in FREE!

🎟️ Get your tickets at www.michiganirish.org
📺 Watch Morgan on FOX 17 Morning Mix Here: https://www.fox17online.com/morning-mix/tickets-on-sale-now-for-the-michigan-irish-music-festival

It may not be St. Patrick's Day, but the Michigan Irish Music Festival is preparing to celebrate with the return of its festival at Muskegon's Heritage Landing.

08/30/2026

🎶Artist Feature: Scott Sheldon

Catch Muskegon's own Scott Sheldon on Saturday and Sunday at the Michigan Irish Music Festival!

A longtime part of West Michigan's Celtic music scene, Scott is a singer-songwriter known for blending Celtic and American folk music with his own original songs. He also previously served as the lead singer of West Michigan Celtic band The Barley Saints. A familiar face at Irish Fest over the years, we're excited to welcome him back to the stage!

Learn more about Scott Sheldon, explore the full lineup, and plan your festival weekend at michiganirish.org or by downloading the Michigan Irish Music Festival app.

A special thank you to Family Financial Credit Union, presenting sponsor of Scott Sheldon. We appreciate your support of the Michigan Irish Music Festival!

08/29/2026

Are you considering volunteering with us? Take it from our previous crews, you’ll want to be a part of this event!

As a 100% volunteer-produced event, we rely on over 1,600 volunteers to create this magical celebration. Join our festival family and snag your shift today!
Learn more and sign up here: https://michiganirish.org/support/volunteer/

Thank you as well to our volunteer sponsor, Lascko Services!

08/28/2026

🎶Artist Feature: Uneven Ground

Catch Muskegon's own Uneven Ground Traditional Celtic Band on Saturday at the Michigan Irish Music Festival!

Rooted in traditional Irish music, Uneven Ground brings the songs, tunes, and stories of Celtic pub sessions to the festival stage. Their lively performances celebrate the spirit of Irish music and the traditions that have brought people together for generations.

Learn more about Uneven Ground, explore the full lineup, and plan your festival weekend at michiganirish.org or by downloading the Michigan Irish Music Festival app.

A special thank you to Bishop Heating and Air Conditioning, presenting sponsor of Uneven Ground. We appreciate your support of the Michigan Irish Music Festival!

08/26/2026

Happy National Dog Day featuring one of our beloved Celtic Canines, Guinness the Irish Wolfhound! We're also sharing a sneak peak of the NEW Celtic Canine merch, available only at the festival.

Purchase an exclusive bandana, poo bag holder, or sticker and make any breed a Celtic Canine! Merch can be found at the Festival Merchandise tent (cash and card accepted) or during the Celtic Canine event on Sunday of the festival (card only).

See Guinness and all the other Celtic Canines on Sunday, September 20 from 11a-2p!