This event is in the past.It took place on January 31, 2026 at Hill Auditorium.


Six stellar acts—from Amos Lee's soulful croon to The Crane Wives' anthemic folk—share Hill Auditorium's stage for The Ark's biggest night of the year. All proceeds support Ann Arbor's beloved music nonprofit.
Multi-artist lineup
Fundraiser concert
Acoustic showcase
Historic venue
Tips
🎵"the most delicate sounds can be heard everywhere"
🎤Ryan Montbleau MCs between all six acts
🚗doors open at 6pm, parking fills fast
49th Ann Arbor Folk Fest night 2
Burns Park


Six stellar acts—from Amos Lee's soulful croon to The Crane Wives' anthemic folk—share Hill Auditorium's stage for The Ark's biggest night of the year. All proceeds support Ann Arbor's beloved music nonprofit.
Multi-artist lineup
Fundraiser concert
Acoustic showcase
Historic venue
Tips
🎵"the most delicate sounds can be heard everywhere"
🎤Ryan Montbleau MCs between all six acts
🚗doors open at 6pm, parking fills fast
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