Compared to other festivals, there’s something different about the interactions you have with people at the Mid West Music Fest. Whether you’re posting up next to someone at a stage or just passing them on the street, people greet you with a smile — as though you might be a friend, because you probably are.
This past weekend, the festival hit the bluff country of southeast Minnesota for the ninth year, bringing dozens of regional artists to venues across Winona for another unforgettable experience.
Read Jay Gabler’s recap, with more photos by Nathaniel Nelson.














