Find the best summer music festivals in Michigan after Faster Horses cancellation.
The recent cancellation of the Faster Horses music festival’s 2025 event left fans disappointed, but there are still plenty of exciting summer music festivals to look forward to in Michigan and the Midwest.
One such festival is Electric Forest, which will take place in Rothbury from June 19-22. With artists like Justice, Liquid Stranger, Tièˆsto, and Louis the Child on the lineup, this festival promises a unique and immersive concert and dance experience. General admission wristbands are priced at $600, with a vehicle pass available for $85.
Another popular festival to check out is the Breakaway Music Festival, set to make a stop in Grand Rapids at Belknap Park on August 15-16. With a wide range of artists and 12 stops across the US, this festival is known for providing a diverse music experience for fans. Ticket and hotel packages are available starting at $35 per person.
For fans of Americana music, the Outlaw Music Festival is celebrating its 10th anniversary with a lineup featuring legends like Willie Nelson, Bob Dylan, and Nathaniel Rateliff. The tour will make a stop in Michigan at Pine Knob Music Theater in Clarkston on June 20. Tickets for the general public go on sale on February 7 through Ticketmaster, with VIP packages also available.
If you’re in Detroit over Memorial Day Weekend, be sure to check out the Movement Music Festival at Hart Plaza from May 24-26. The festival promises performances from a wide array of artists, including Carl Cox, Jamie XX, and Patrick Topping. Tickets are available for purchase on their website, with three-day passes priced at $319.
Car and music enthusiasts won’t want to miss Gridlife Midwest at South Haven’s GingerMan Raceway from June 6-8. With a lineup of artists and hundreds of race cars on track, this festival offers a unique blend of music and car culture. General admission tickets are currently priced at $109 for the weekend, with camping passes available for $599.
For a more intimate and local music experience, consider attending the Beaver Island Music Festival from July 17-19 at the Highway Campground on Beaver Island. Featuring local talents like Carver Commodore and Katy Gullien, this festival aims to showcase musicians and artists in a beautiful natural setting. Tickets are available for purchase on their website.
Other festivals to look forward to include Upheaval Festival in Grand Rapids, Hiawatha Traditional Music Festival in Marquette, and Summer’s End Smoke Out in Republic. With a diverse range of artists and genres, these festivals offer something for every music lover to enjoy this summer in Michigan.