Musikfest Traditions

In addition to being the nation’s largest free music festival, Musikfest offers a variety of special events for all ages and interests! Great community, corporate and performance partners bring extra excitement and attractions to the ‘fest each year. Be sure to check out all of the fun features in 2024.

Closing Ceremonies

Sunday, Aug. 11, 11:30 a.m.
Service Electric Festplatz

With the expectation of brief stormy weather on Aug. 2 and out of an abundance of caution, the Musikfest 2024 opening ceremony will now be the Closing Ceremony of the festival on Sunday, Aug. 11 at 11:30 a.m. at Service Electric’s Festplatz.

Kassie Hilgert, president and CEO of ArtsQuest, will open the ceremony, followed by the singing of the national anthem by Allentown native and ArtsQuest production crew member, Payton Renee. An invocation will also be led by Pastor Jenel Rice of Central Moravian Church.

Additional speakers include J. William Reynolds, City of Bethlehem Mayor, and Orville Trout, Chair of ArtsQuest’s Board of Trustees and Executive Vice President, Human Resources, Corporate Affairs and Administration at Crayola. Trout will present this year’s recipients of the Marcincin Awards. These awards recognize ArtsQuest partners that have played integral roles in helping Musikfest continue to grow over the years while remaining free for all to enjoy.

Following the ceremony, guests are invited to stay for a performance by DMC Duo on the Festplatz Stage.

Worship Services

Lehigh Valley Church
Sunday, August 4, 10 a.m.
Plaza Tropical

Grace Church
Sunday, August 4, 10 a.m.
Service Electric Festplatz

Polka Mass
Sunday, August 11, 10 a.m.
Service Electric Festplatz

Fireworks Display

Sunday, August 11, 10 p.m.
presented by Garden State Fireworks