About Unity Festival
1. How will we know if when, where and even if specific artists will be signing autographs and selling merchandise?
It is totally up to the discretion of performers and artists if they will be available for public meetings and signings. The performers are under no obligation to participate in these types of activities. Historically most Unity artists do meet with the public in the merchandise tent after their time on stage. Because we have no idea if artists will or will not participate, there will be no advance announcement. If you are interested in meeting with a specific artist, go to the main merchandise tent after they have completed their time on stage and check with merchandise volunteers.
2. Are coolers allowed at Unity?
Due to changes in security and insurance rules, coolers are no longer allowed inside the festival grounds.
Bags are subject to inspection at any time. Even though coolers are not allowed, we hope it will not cause a major inconvenience. Our family friendly prices are a crowd pleaser and much easier than lugging your cooler around anyway.
3. How do I contact “Alive on the Lakeshore” Board members or Unity organizing committee members?
The best way to reach us is by using [ this online form ]. Alternatively, you can reach us by calling 231-737-2499, Monday through Friday from 9 am til 5 pm.
4. How does my band apply to play at Unity?
Send a sample CD and promo kit to:
Unity Christian Music Festival
1691 Peck St.
Muskegon, MI 49441
Attn: Entertainment Committee
Please be sure to include all pertinent contact info!
5. Is there handicap seating and parking available at Unity?Handicap parking is available for the same fee as normal parking ($4 for each day). A FREE handicap shuttle is running all weekend to bring you right to the concert area entrance. Handicap seating inside the concert is available in several areas, depending on how close you wish to be to the stage. Those sensitive to the sound will still have a great seat farther back because our Big Screen Video gives a terrific view of the stage and the performers!
6. What time do the gates open / when will I be able to get into the festival?
The gates open early for 2007! on Thursday and Friday, the gates will open at 4:00pm (EST), and on Saturday they will open at 11:30am (EST).
7. How do I know who is performing at Unity this year? I read listings on the iTickets.com website...are those "official"?
The information on the iTickets.com website is sometimes out of date -
For up-to-date information on who is performing at the festival, please check out our event schedule pages.
8. Why are coolers not allowed this year?Due to safety and insurance concerns, we are no longer able to allow coolers on the festival grounds. We will continue to work hard to provide low cost food and beverage pricing, something Unity is known for! We apologize for any incovenience. This policy is now standard for any large, public event like Unity.
9. Are cameras allowed at Unity?
Our agreements with the artists and their management restricts cameras on the grounds. Only small, snapshot type cameras are allowed on the grounds. Any commercial cameras or cameras with interchangeable lenses will be confiscated upon entry and returned upon exiting. Any media representatives or commercial photographers must obtain credentials BEFORE the event by contacting the media and marketing coordinator.
10. What is the Unity Christian Music Festival?
The Unity Christian Music Festival is a three day festival, focused on the best in Christian music, but also including great food, fellowship and family fun!
11. Why was the Unity Festival started?
The festival was started to bring Christians together for public praise, worship and fellowship; to provide a wholesome, family valued entertainment alternative and to raise funds and recruit volunteers for area Christian ministries.
12. Who puts the Unity Festival together?
The Festival is presented by Alive on the Lakeshore, an all volunteer group of local Christians who want to present wholesome, Christ centered, family valued entertainment options in West Michigan.
13. Will there be seats or chairs? Or do we need to bring our own blankets and chairs?
There are no chairs or seats provided in the main concert stage areas - However, you are free to bring your own lawn chairs or blankets to sit on during the events!
