The 48th Spirit of the Woods Folk Festival
Dickson Township Park, Brethren, MI
June 20, 2026 - Noon to 8pm
The Spirit of the Woods Folk Festival is a free one day, family friendly event with music and crafts in a tree shaded park in the small town of Brethren, Michigan. The festival is always held on the third Saturday of June.
Surrounded by the Manistee National Forest, near the lovely Manistee River and a few miles from the beaches of Lake Michigan, the festival is a great destination on its own or as part of an exploration of an area full of beauty and opportunities for adventure. Camping is not available on-site but there are many campgrounds nearby.
2026 Artists
Artist line-up for the 2026 festival coming soon!
2025 Main Stage Schedule
12:00 - Ruth & Max Bloomquist
1:10 - Nicholas Veine/Ben Traverse
2:20 - Hildaland
3:30 - Corn Potato Duo (Lewis/Belhaj)
4:40 - Grace Theisen Band
5:50 - Charlie Millard Band
7:00 - Great Lakes Brass Band
Music for the people, by the people
As for music, Spirit of the Woods is known for a rich variety of roots music, brought in from near and far. We have music on two stages, a regional craft fair, children's activities and a food vendor.
We are a non-profit. Your donation is tax-deductable
Admission is free but we depend on your generous donations to keep the music flowing