Mid West Music Fest

Where Music + Community Meet.

Mid West Music Fest is a two-day, all-ages, multi-venue discovery music festival celebrating original music, artistic expression, and community connection.

Since 2010, MWMF has transformed downtown Winona, Minnesota, into a vibrant celebration of live music, bringing together emerging artists, music lovers, and the community. From indie rock and punk to folk, funk, soul, hip-hop, and everything in between, the festival offers opportunities to discover new music, connect with others, and experience the energy of live performances. With shows hosted in local venues throughout downtown, MWMF also supports local businesses and contributes to Winona's vibrant arts and cultural scene.

For the community. By the community.
Help Us Raise $5,000 to Keep the Music Playing in 2027!

Great music doesn't happen without great people behind it. And you're one of them!

This Give to the Max Day, help Mid West Music Fest raise $5,000 to support emerging artists, bring people together through live music, and inspire the next generation of musicians and music lovers.

Whether you're a new or longtime festivalgoer, a local music fan, a supporter of artists and the arts, or someone who believes in the power of music to bring people together, your support makes a difference.

Every contribution, big or small, helps make Mid West Music Fest possible.

Let's keep the music playing!

Our Mission

To promote the art of original music by connecting artists with new audiences, making live music accessible to people of all ages, bringing communities together through shared experiences, and stimulating economic activity in downtown Winona.

Our Vision

To be the premier discovery music festival in the Upper Midwest, inspiring the next generation of musicians and music lovers.

Mid West Music Fest is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit arts organization based in Winona, Minnesota.