Events of August 25, 26, and 27, 2023

Friday, August 25

Grand River Farmers Market.  9 AM to 2 PM.  A community-driven market prioritizing fresh local produce and Michigan-only homemade & artisan goods.  Open Fridays and Saturdays, 9am-2pm throughout the summer into early fall. The Grand River Farmers Market is located in the parking lot of Grand River Brewery at the intersection of Louis Glick Highway and Mechanic Street. NEW: Rotating food trucks and music on select days. Vendors, artisans, and performers.  117 W Louis Glick Hwy, Jackson.

Downtown Jackson Cruise Night.  5 PM to 9 PM.  The Jackson Downtown Development Authority presents the monthly Cruise Night in Downtown Jackson.  Hundreds of classic cars, food trucks and booths, vendors, displays and family fun.  Downtown businesses and restaurants are open and offer sidewalk sales and outdoor seating.  Fun for the whole family!

Jackson Symphony Orchestra Summer Pops Concert.  Free!  7 PM.  Greetings from Hollywood.  Experience the best of the last 100 years of cinema through music. Join the Jackson Symphony Orchestra for a concert that delves into thrilling eras of film, from Jaws to Pixar’s Up, and Casablanca. There’s music that everyone will recognize and love in this program! Celebrate summer with the JSO through this 41-year tradition of Summer Pops Concerts. Don’t forget to enhance your concert experience with VIP tickets here!  TRUE Community City Stage, Horace Blackman Park, Downtown Jackson.

Holler Fest 2023.  Frog Holler Farm, 11811 Beech Rd., Brooklyn.  Gate opens at 3:00 PM, August 25,  for Day passes. Gate opens at Noon, August 25, for Weekend passes.  Inspired by music festivals up north, Billy and Kenny King planned a big party at Frog Holler Farm to celebrate the King family’s 35 years on the farm. Holler Fest is born in 2007 as ground is broken for the Holler Stage. Admission to Holler Fest reflects the cost of compensating performers and hosting the festival. Your support helps Holler Fest continue. Purchase tickets online here.

Kassi Ashton in Concert. The final Country’s Newest Crip Concert Series event of 2023.    Kassi Ashton in Concert.  The Chase Sports Bar (Outdoor concert).  105 E Michigan Ave, Jackson.  Gates Open at 6 pm.  Tickets and details here.   VIP M&G KASSI EXPERIENCE – $30 (+ fees).  Pre-show performance with fan questions (2 song acoustic).  Meet n Greet with photo opp.  You must purchase a ticket in addition to the M&G  (LIMITED AVAILABILITY).  PLATINUM TICKET:  $20 (+fees), GA:  $10 (+fees).

Saturday, August 26

Civil War Muster.  This Saturday & Sunday, August 26th & 27th, the Jackson Civil War Muster returns for its 36th year. This living history event is held at Cascades Park, located at 1401 S. Brown St. Jackson.  On Saturday night, the “All American Military Ball”, sponsored by Michigan Humanities, will be held at the Cascade Falls. At this unique 1860s period dance, people from across Michigan come together to join hands for a nineteenth century grand gala. The evening activity will not only feature period dance, but it will also have a performance from the renowned Camp Chase Fifes & Drums Corps, sponsored by Bailey Excavating. The ball will be held Saturday, August 26th at 7pm with music by the Washingtonian String Band.  The Jackson Muster is the largest, longest running Civil War event in the Midwest, welcoming people of all ages.  We encourage visitors to interact with living historians by stepping back in time at Camp Jackson, to experience the extravagant military ball, as well as witness the excitement of two battles with raging cannons and marching infantry. Thanks to Tripp’s Auto Shop & Collision Center the event will continue to stay free to the public. For more information on the upcoming event, please see our website www.civilwarmuster.org

AARP Grandparents Day.  A Grand Day for Grandparent’s Day.  Join AARP Michigan for a free, activity-filled day with food and games, including putt-putt golf, cornhole and more. There will be fun for the whole family! Please register for one of two time slots: 1–4 p.m. or 4–7 p.m. AARP welcomes individuals and families to participate in this free and FUN multigenerational event!  Saturday, August 26, 2023.  Ella Sharp Park, 2800 4th St., Jackson.  Register online at https://events.aarp.org/gpdayjackson82623 or call 877-926-8300.

31st Annual Rust & Dust Days.  Hanover-Horton Area Historical Society presents the 2023 Rust N’ Dust Antique Tractor & Farm Show!  Saturday, August 26, 2023.  8 am – 5 pm.  105 Fairview St Hanover, MI 49241.  Tractor Pulls, crafts, vendors, demonstrators, kids on the activities, trash to treasure, great food and more!  Details and event lineup here.

Rewind Sports Club Disc Golf.   American Indie 2 Singles Tournament at Ella Sharp Park DGC.  2 Rounds,  round 1 at 10am round 2 at 1:45pm.  $20 entry fee, $5 ace/ctp.  1st 2nd 3rd place payouts.  Also prize for player who gets most out of bounds.  Details and event page here.  Come have a blast throwing, scoring, and enjoying discs. This is Rewinds sports club’s second tournament and we hope to see the areas top notch players and all the new players. We have something for all of you!

Walker Tavern Wheels Vintage Base Ball Club games. Saturday, August 26, 9 am to 5 pm.  Event page here.

Censor This Comedy Tour. 6:30 PM.  RAINE PRODUCTIONS & COUNTRY BOOTS & BANDS present the: CENSOR THIS COMEDY TOUR featuring Zach Rushing, Dustin Sims, & Jesse Peyton.  Saturday, August 26, 2023.  The Chase Sports Bar (parking lot), 105 E Michigan Ave, Jackson.  Comedy invades downtown Jackson with the hilarious no-holds barred comedy style for this one-night show. This is a limited capacity event & all ages (adult content).  Tickets available at: countrybootsandbands.com.

Sunday, August 27

Civil War Muster.  This Saturday & Sunday, August 26th & 27th, the Jackson Civil War Muster returns for its 36th year. This living history event is held at Cascades Park, located at 1401 S. Brown St. Jackson.  On Saturday night, the “All American Military Ball”, sponsored by Michigan Humanities, will be held at Cascade Falls. At this unique 1860s period dance, people from across Michigan come together to join hands for a nineteenth century grand gala. The evening activity will not only feature period dance, but it will also have a performance from the renowned Camp Chase Fifes & Drums Corps, sponsored by Bailey Excavating. The ball will be held Saturday, August 26th at 7pm with music by the Washingtonian String Band.  The Jackson Muster is the largest, longest running Civil War event in the Midwest, welcoming people of all ages.  We encourage visitors to interact with living historians by stepping back in time at Camp Jackson, to experience the extravagant military ball, as well as witness the excitement of two battles with raging cannons and marching infantry. Thanks to Tripp’s Auto Shop & Collision Center the event will continue to stay free to the public. For more information on the upcoming event, please see our website www.civilwarmuster.org

Special Service at UU Church of East Liberty: “Strength, Vision and Courage:  Songs by Women About Women”.  11 AM.  The Universalist Unitarian Church of East Liberty welcomes the folk music duo February Sky to its service this Sunday for a special service called “Strength, Vision and Courage: Songs by Women about Women.” All are welcome to attend and enjoy this 11am service at the UUCEL.  The UU Church of East Liberty was founded in 1856 and meets in its historic church and school house located at 2231 Jefferson Road, Liberty Township, ½ mile West of US 127. More information on the church is available by visiting its website at www.libertyuu.org .

Hanover Horton Show & Shine.  9 AM – 2 PM.  2nd Annual Hanover Horton Show & Shine.  Village of Hanover Michigan.  2nd annual car, truck and motorcycle show located on Main St in Hanover, MI.  There is a $10 registration fee.  Registration begins at 7 a.m.  Breakfast by the Lions Club starts at 7:30 a.m.  50/50 drawing, raffle baskets, music, corn hole, food trucks.  Fun for the entire family!

Vista Grande Villa Summer Concert Series.  6 PM.  Enjoy a great concert on the Grande Room Patio at Vista Grande Villa.  Free!  Today, Cooper Young.  All are welcome!  Vista Grande Villa, 2251 Springport Road, Jackson.