Musikfest, the largest free music festival opens this weekend

Ten days of music, food, and fun has begun in Bethlehem, PA. The 29th annual Muskifest promises more free music than ever. The line-up includes over 500 performances on 14 stages. They are also offering an additional stage that will offer ticketed entertainment.

The purpose of Musikfest is to celebrate arts and culture. Festival goers will find many "platz" If you're looking for fine art and beautiful hand-crafted items, then Handwerkplatz is for you. Set along the banks of the Monocacy Creek, this open-air venue offers some of the nation's finest artisans. Whether your family likes blues, rock, acoustic, jazz, country classical, pop, latin, polka, Celtic, Americana, African, or Eastern European there is a platz for you to enjoy. There are special kids' activities on Banana Island.

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Barbara Vogelgesang is a homeschool mom of four. She uses her writing and speaking to help families grow closer to each other and celebrate that special relationship. You may contact Barbara with your comments and questions.

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