By The Blue Water Folk Society
(Lexington, MI – June 16, 2025) Thumbfest Music Festival, in its twenty-third year, returns on August 30 as one of Lexington’s most cherished events. The festival is presented by the Blue Water Folk Society, whose mission is to preserve and promote folk and traditional music in the Thumb of Michigan.
Each year, thousands return to the streets of downtown Lexington to celebrate the roots, richness, and variety of American culture through music and dance. The free festival is always held on the Saturday of Labor Day and features five stages, with music from over 40 bands, and performers from the Thumb area and all around the state. Attendees can expect to hear a wide variety of musical styles, including folk, Americana, rock, country, bluegrass, jazz, Celtic, classical, and more.
Thumbfest promises a full day and evening of vibrant performances, cultural exploration, and community celebration. In addition to the stage performances, the festival will offer interactive workshops, jams, an open mic, and a drum circle. The beautiful harbor area is home to the main stage and a marketplace featuring food trucks, arts and crafts vendors, and free activities for the kids hosted by Camp Cavell. Free shuttles make it easy to get around so you won’t miss a thing!
“We are excited to once again bring this vibrant celebration of folk music to the scenic Village of Lexington and share the beauty and diversity of these traditions with the community,” said Thumbfest Festival Director, Marty Malek.
Thumbfest will be held on Saturday, August 30, from 10am – 10pm, and is free to the community. Your donations will be gratefully accepted and help make Thumbfest possible for 2026. Donations will be accepted at the event or by:
MAIL: Make checks payable to BWFS, P.O. Box 83 Lexington, MI 48450 ONLINE: https://blue-water-folk.square.site/#FOTRXE
For more information about the Blue Water Folk Society, please visit them on Facebook at https//www.facebook.com/Thumbfest, online at http://www.bluewaterfolk.org/, or email them at info@bluewaterfolk.org.
Thumbfest is an all-day music festival held throughout the Village of Lexington on August 30 from 10am – 10pm. Admission is free and donations are gratefully accepted. Details can be found online at https://www.facebook.com/share/1AcfRcj6ae/.
