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Bethlehem police reported 178 incidents during the 10-day Musikfest, an almost 58% increase from 2025, as the festival drew 1,260,630 attendees — the third-highest turnout in its history.
Published Aug 21, 2026, 12:20 PM EDT | LehighValleyLive
Bethlehem police said officers responded to 178 incidents during Musikfest 2026, up nearly 58% from the prior year’s festival.
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