This event is in the past.It took place on February 22, 2026 at The Ark.


Six first-class liars battle for bragging rights at this beloved Ann Arbor listening room. Expect wild tall tales, playful competition, and the warm intimacy that makes The Ark feel like your living room, just with better sound.
Intimate storytelling
Folk venue
Competitive tales
Live entertainment
Tips
🛋️"It's almost like watching an artist in your living room, with better sound and lighting"
🎤"The best listening room in Michigan"
⚡best shows sell out fast
The Ark's 39th Annual Storytelling Festival
Old Fourth Ward


Six first-class liars battle for bragging rights at this beloved Ann Arbor listening room. Expect wild tall tales, playful competition, and the warm intimacy that makes The Ark feel like your living room, just with better sound.
Intimate storytelling
Folk venue
Competitive tales
Live entertainment
Tips
🛋️"It's almost like watching an artist in your living room, with better sound and lighting"
🎤"The best listening room in Michigan"
⚡best shows sell out fast
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