To ward off the winter chill, Local Spins wants readers to think about the state’s sizzling festival scene. Tell us about your favorite Michigan music festival and you could win a groovy Local Spins gift package.
Michigan’s Musical Magic: The festival scene attracts thousands of revelers and has exploded in the Great Lakes State. But what’s No. 1? (Photo/Anthony Norkus)
The wild, immersive, hippie-driven artistry and electronic vibe of Electric Forest.
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The family-friendly atmosphere of Blissfest, Buttermilk Jamboree, Farmfest, Bus Benefit and so many others.
The long tradition of Wheatland and Charlotte Bluegrass Festival.
The wooded splendor of Hoxeyville and Camp Greensky.
The down-on-the-farm charm of Cowpie Music Festival and Holler Fest.
Late-Night Cowpie Revelry: Where does it rank? (Photo/Anna Sink)
The country revelry of Faster Horses and B93 Birthday Bash.
The musical camaraderie – and uniqueness – of Earthwork Harvest Gathering, Farm Block and Beaver Island Music Festival.
The urban delights of Founders Fest, Mo Pop, Movement and GRandJazzFest.
And so many more.
With more than 80 music festivals unfurling across Michigan this year, there are plenty of different ways to embrace and celebrate the magic of artists spanning every genre. (Browse a comprehensive roster of 2019 festivals: Michigan Music Festivals: The Big List.)
And the atmosphere and offerings at these festivals cover a lot of ground and appeal to different tastes.
WHAT’S YOUR FAVORITE MICHIGAN FESTIVAL AND WHY?
So, Local Spins wants to know: What’s your favorite Michigan music festival and why is it so terrific?
What festivals make you this happy? (Photo/Eric Stoike)
Pick ONE festival as your absolute favorite, and ONE festival as second on your list, describing the positive attributes of each.
Send your picks by Feb. 4 to john@localspins.com with “BEST FESTIVALS” in the message field and we’ll choose one lucky participant to win a fabulous Local Spins gift package that includes concert tickets, a Local Spins T-shirt, a 2019 Local Spins Calendar and other Local Spins swag.
Make sure you email us by by Feb. 4.
We’ll publish the results of our informal survey of the top Michigan music festivals as Local Spins prepares for another big year of festival coverage.
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