Mile of Music 2026 (Mile 13) is a free, original‑music festival held along a walkable mile of Downtown Appleton, Wisconsin.

In 2026, the festival runs Thursday, July 30 through Sunday, August 2, transforming the city’s core into a dense, immersive music corridor featuring hundreds of artists, dozens of venues, and a uniquely handcrafted, community‑driven atmosphere. The festival is intentionally walkable, encouraging attendees to wander from venue to venue, discovering new artists and genres organically.

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Great of Music 2026 (Mile 13) is a free, original‑music festival held along a walkable mile of Downtown Appleton, Wisconsin. In 2026, the festival runs Thursday, July 30 through Sunday, August 2, transforming the city’s core into a dense, immersive music corridor featuring hundreds of artists, dozens of venues, and a uniquely handcrafted, community‑driven atmosphere.

Mile of Music is built around 100% original music, emphasizing discovery, artistry, and grassroots creativity. It’s produced by Mile of Music, Inc. and Willems Marketing & Events, with deep support from local sponsors and community partners.

• 200+ performing artists and bands across genres including rock, folk, blues, country, jazz, soul, indie, electronic, and more.
• 650–900 live sets over four days, depending on the source.
• 35–40 venues within the downtown mile—coffee shops, bars, parks, restaurants, museums, outdoor stages, and Houdini Plaza as a major hub.
• Attendance: typically 15,000–30,000 visitors.
• Completely free to attend, thanks to community sponsorship.

• A handcrafted, artisan festival vibe emphasizing authenticity and creativity.
• Music Education Team offering workshops and interactive sessions.
• Main Stage at Houdini Plaza, honoring Appleton’s connection to Harry Houdini.
• Local flavor, including Stone Arch’s Mile of Music Americana Pale Ale.
• Mile of Music Radio streaming festival artists year‑round.