Burning Foot Beach Festival 2026

Burning Foot Beach Festival is Michigan’s premier craft beer, music, and beach experience—set against the backdrop of Lake Michigan’s scenic shoreline. Every August, the festival transforms Muskegon’s Pere Marquette Beach into a multi-sensory celebration of craft beverages, live performances, and waterfront culture.

What makes Burning Foot unique is its perfect intersection of music, local craft brewing, and a laid-back beach lifestyle. Attendees sip award-winning craft beer from over 80 breweries, cideries, and meaderies, savor bites from top regional food vendors, and dance barefoot to nationally recognized bands as the sun sets over the lake.

The festival’s atmosphere is immersive—bonfires light up the sand, hammocks sway under the stars, and massive art installations create an unforgettable backdrop for both attendees and brands. It’s a gathering place for passionate craft beer lovers, live music fans, and anyone who appreciates summer’s final big party before fall.

The Burning Foot experience includes:

• A curated selection of 80+ craft breweries, cideries, and meaderies from across the Great Lakes
• Two stages of live music featuring national touring acts and emerging talent
• Unique beachfront activations including bonfires, hammock lounges, and sand art displays
• Specialty beer releases and collaborations exclusive to the festival
• Locally sourced food from Michigan’s top culinary vendors
• A full view of the sunset over Lake Michigan with music carrying into the night

Since its inception, Burning Foot Beach Festival has grown into a must-attend summer tradition—attracting thousands of visitors from across Michigan, neighboring states, and Canada. It’s not just an event; it’s a sensory escape, built on community, craft, and culture.