Events of Friday, August 15 and Saturday, August 16, 2025

Friday, August 15

Grand River Farmers Market.  9 AM to 2 PM.  Seasonal veggies & fruits, fresh flowers, meats, cheeses, breads, sweets, and all kinds of other wonderful things! Corner of Mechanic and Glick, Downtown Jackson.

Late Night Friday Live Music with Lily Black.  Hear the sweet sounds of local Jackson musician Lily Black, from 6-9pm! Open ’til 10pm. It’s Wine Club Weekend!! Wine club members are welcome to pick up their wine Friday-Saturday (August 15th – August 17th) with live music everyday.  Sandhill Crane Vineyards, 4724 Walz Road, Jackson.

The Future of Comedy Show at 308 Brass Rail.  On this episode of The Future of Comedy Show we are back with nationally touring headliner, Mike Ball + Special Guest J Bell from Kevin Hart’s “Hart of The City” on Comedy Central ++ FOCS regulars Jecorey Hawkins and Skylar Courtney! Please remember doors are at 8pm and show begins at 9pm.  308 West Prospect Street, Jackson.

Saturday, August 16

Victims of Violent Crime Memorial.  11 AM.  Please join us for a brief re-dedication of the Victims of Violet Crime Memorial.  Cascades Park.  On Randolph Street, west of the intersection of W. High Street and Randolph Street.  Please park on Randolph Street.  All are welcome to attend this important event.  Rain or Shine.  Presented by the Jackson County Victim Rights Unit.

Grand River Farmers Market.  9 AM to 2 PM.  Seasonal veggies & fruits, fresh flowers, meats, cheeses, breads, sweets, and all kinds of other wonderful things! Corner of Mechanic and Glick, Downtown Jackson.

Jackson Pride Fest.  Join Jackson Pride Center for Jackson Pride Fest 2025 on Saturday, August 16, 2025.Horace Blackman Park, Downtown Jackson, from 2-9 pm.  Food Trucks, Live Music, Vendors of All Kinds, Kids Section.  The Walk of Pride kicks of Pride Fest, beginning at Consumers Energy headquarters, along Michigan Avenue, ending at Horace Blackman Park.

Jackson YMCA 3 on 3 Basketball Tournament.  YMCA’s 1st Annual 3-on-3 Basketball Tournament.  August 16 – Grades 3–9

Play starts at 8AM – 6 courts in action!  Full-day Fun.   REGISTRATION IS OPEN.  Limited spots – don’t miss your shot! https://operations.daxko.com/…/ProgramsV2/Search.mvc…

3rd Annual Back to School Bash.  1 PM.  We’re excited to invite you and your family to the 3rd Annual Back to School Bash at Michigan Center Bible Church! This community outreach event is designed to bless local families as they gear up for the upcoming school year — and we’d love for you to be a part of it! Come out and enjoy a fun-filled afternoon featuring:  Free hotdogs and chips.  Haircuts for kids. Personal hygiene items available for those who need them. Family-friendly activities and games. School supplies for students of all ages.  Rain or Shine.  FREE Event for Everyone!  150 Broad Street,  Michigan Center.

The Cascades Rotary Community Bandshell Concert Series.  7 PM.  Tonight, the Jackson French Quarter Dixieland Band.  Specializes in performing traditional New Orleans Dixieland Jazz.  Free!  Sponsored by Alro Steel.

Summer Band Night at Sandhill Crane Vineyards.  It’s a special Saturday late night with the talented Kay Harper Band playing rock with lots of soul from 6-9pm! Open ’til 10pm!  Cover $5 | Wine Club Members Free.  4724 Walz Road, Jackson.

Wheels of Karma Live at Ironbark.  8 PM to 11 PM.  Experience the magic of this classic rock supergroup! Covering a wide range of eras and sounds, the Wheels of Karma unite to deliver a show of epic proportions!  2610 Kibby Road, Jackson.