There's always been more to Musikfest than concerts, even if it's just pigging out and people watching. With this year's ticketed main-stage lineup including comedian Jim Gaffigan (after Jerry Seinfeld broke the non-music seal in 2015), let's take a look at the many other attractions rounding out the festival experience without a note played.
You'll have the chance to see vaudeville and circus arts from acts like living statue Jenny Jupiter, the comical feats of variety entertainers Allez-Oops and the heart-stopping knife and fire juggling of Jason D'Vaude. And The Living Vines come to life—nimble foliage creatures in graceful movement.
Magicians are also in ready supply, each bringing their special brand to the illusion. Nigel Blackstorm, for instance, is known as The Heavy Metal Magician, while Bella Magic delights with her Goblin King-esque crystal ball juggling, and tattooed stuntman Steve Goodtime keeps things a little more informal.
International sensation Architects of Air brings its 25th Anniversary Structure to Musikfest, a huge inflatable offering a unique experience of light and color. Entering this structure is $10 for adults and $5 for kids in food and beverage tickets, but well worth it to understand why their work is described as something “between a womb and a cathedral.”
For the second year, the ArtsQuest glass studio is hosting a glass-making showdown. The Hot Shotz Flameworking Competition features contestants laboring within a three-hour window to make elaborate shot glasses. Take part in the popular vote for these must-see creations.
These are just some of the spectacles you'll stumble upon at Musikfest this year, so fill your mug and get exploring!
