Musikfest 2026

Start your Musikfest experience off by grabbing the Musikfest 2026 Mug at the Schropp Dry Goods Shoppe, then exploring Bethlehem's nearly 300-year history and landmark historic properties. Discover the Colonial Industrial Quarter, the nation's first industrial center; watch the 18-foot waterwheel in motion at the 1762 Waterworks; and meet demonstrating artists at the newly opened Grist Miller's House. Plus, don't miss the Goundie House Garden Party, featuring dancing and DJs, on Friday, July 31, from 4-10 p.m.

2026 Musikfest Mugs

Kick off your Musikfest experience in historic fashion with the official Musikfest 2026 Mug which you can purchase at the Schropp Dry Goods Shoppe as you start your ’festing. Each mug purchased with Historic Bethlehem Museums & Sites includes access to our Heritage Trail tour.

Schropp Shoppe hours during Musikfest are:
Fridays – Sundays: 10 AM – 8 PM
Monday – Thursday: 10 AM – 7 PM

Schropp Dry Goods Shoppe Hours

All activities and admission are free, unless otherwise noted.

Ales & Tales: Revolutionary Pub Walking Tour

Saturday, August 1 & 8 at 3 PM

Raise a glass in the town that tried to avoid the Revolution but couldn’t escape it. This adults-only walking tour for ages 21 and older explores some of Bethlehem’s most iconic inns and pubs, uncovering the real Revolutionary War stories that unfolded just beyond their doors. After meeting at the Goundie House Welcome Center, the tour officially kicks off at Historic Hotel Bethlehem, once the location of the very first structure built in Bethlehem by the Moravians in 1741. Here, guests will explore the site’s deep historic roots and raise a pint of Declaration Lager – the official beer of America250PA – to toast the people, perseverance and spirits that shaped the city!

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Maker's Market at 1869 Luckenbach Mill

1869 Luckenbach Mill – 459 Old York Road, Bethlehem, PA 18018

Open 12 PM (noon) – 6 PM daily during Musikfest

Explore the new Maker’s Market at the Luckenbach Mill, featuring a diverse array of works created by area artists and artisans. Cool off indoors while you shop and celebrate your Musikfest experience with great souvenirs at the Historic Bethlehem store.

Goundie Garden Dance Party

Goundie Garden: 501 Main Street, Bethlehem, PA

Friday, July 31 from 4 PM – 10 PM

Rain Date: Friday, August 7 from 4 PM – 10 PM

Get your groove on at the Goundie Garden Dance Party behind the Goundie House Welcome Center. Historic Bethlehem Museums & Sites brings back the popular 1970s-style garden party, hosted with vinyl collective Nite Liters. Nite Liters and friends will spin disco, funk, house, and soul for dancing – or just chilling. It’s a great way to unwind, right in the heart of bustling Main Street.

Lehigh Art Alliance 91st Annual Summer Juried Exhibition

1869 Luckenbach Mill 2nd Floor – 459 Old York Road, Bethlehem, PA 18018

Open 12 PM (noon) – 6 PM daily during Musikfest

Discover a variety of original two- and three-dimensional works of art from regional artists – available for purchase – at the Lehigh Art Alliance’s 91st Annual summer exhibition. (Donations encouraged)

Working Hands: Supplying a Revolution Exhibition

1869 Luckenbach Mill 1st Floor – 459 Old York Road, Bethlehem, PA 18018

Open 12 PM (noon) – 6 PM daily during Musikfest

Working Hands: Supplying a Revolution explores the complex and often conflicted role of Bethlehem’s Moravian community during the American Revolution. Discover how a community of pacifists wrestled with their convictions and beliefs while playing an integral role in one of the most important conflicts in world history.

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World Heritage Tour

Explore the 26th World Heritage Site in the United States – Moravian Church Settlements–Bethlehem – on this exciting tour focusing on the approximately two-square block area of historic downtown Bethlehem that the Moravian settlers recognized as the center of their community, and the living heritage and traditions that still carry out today.

Saturday at 2 PM.

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Self-Guided Heritage Trail

Hike, run or bike the trail through Bethlehem’s Historic District with an informative audio companion available 24 hours a day/seven days a week. Six links, 80 stations and three centuries of incredible history! Experience Bethlehem like never before on your own time and at your own pace, right on your phone.

Features along the trail include two National Historic Landmarks, the Historic Moravian Bethlehem National Historic Landmark District, Victorian-era homes and Bethlehem Steel buildings.

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Self-Guided Heritage Trail

The Heritage Trail (TM) is sponsored by St. Luke’s

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Sites Hours

Schropp Dry Goods Shoppe

505 Main Street, Bethlehem, PA

Fridays – Sundays: 10 AM – 8 PM
Monday – Thursday: 10 AM – 7 PM

Inspired by the original 19th-century Schropp Shoppe, you’ll find a variety of foods, gifts and handmade products created by local artists at the Schropp Dry Goods Shoppe. All purchases directly support Historic Bethlehem Museums & Sites and the preservation of 20 historic sites in Bethlehem. Musikfest mugs are available to purchase at the Schropp Shoppe, and all mugs purchased through Historic Bethlehem Museums & Sites include access to the Heritage Trail audio tour companion.

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Demonstrating Artisan Schedule

Saturday, August 1

Grist Miller’s House and Colonial Industrial Quarter 12 PM – 6 PM:

Gary Elsing – Leatherworking
Tonni Kozic – Natural Dyeing
Florence Wagner – Weaving

Musikfest Parking

Musikfest Parking Information courtesy of our friends at ArtsQuest.

The closest City of Bethlehem Parking lots to the Schropp Dry Goods Shoppe and Colonial Industrial Quarter are the North Street and Walnut Street Garages.

Parking Directions