Moccasin Creek Festival is an annual 4-day music festival which takes place at beautiful Lake Sara just west of Effingham, Illinois. The lake was created in the 1950's from five creeks that run through the basin. One of those creeks was named Moccasin Creek by a surveyor named Griffin Tipsword in the 1850's, because of moccasin tracks he found on the banks.   

Folk, bluegrass, alternative country, roots rock, and blues - "Americana" music.  This is what MCF is all about - in an outdoor setting, using a venue with great acoustics, at a beautiful time of year.

Food and beverages sold on site.  Kids activities.  Camping is next door to the festival venue, as well as cabins for rent at Anthony Acres beachfront campground & motel.  There is a beach and golf course within walking distance.  Boats, canoes and kayaks for rent.  Effingham is only 5 miles away, and has thousands of hotel rooms available, as well as a plethora of restaurants catering to almost any taste.

Featuring national acts & local faves including American Aquarium, Carsie Blanton, Adeem the Artist, Steve Poltz, Trout Fishing in America, Chicago Farmer, The Burney Sisters & many more! 

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Festival Date: Saturday, July 22-25, 2023

Location The Stage at Lake Sara

8724 East Marine Road, Effingham, Illinois

DAY PASS $25.00-$60.00

WEEKEND PASS $110.00-$120.00