Events of January 31, February 1 and 2, 2025

Friday, January 31

SOLD OUT.  Concert Aglow:  The Music of the Beatles.  JANUARY 31 and FEBRUARY 1.  7:00 PM | Doors open at 6:00 PM.  JACKSON COUNTY TOWER BALLROOM, 120 W Michigan Ave, Downtown Jackson.  Experience the magic of LIVE music in a whole new light. Enjoy music from The Beatles during this evening performance with a string quartet from the Jackson Symphony Orchestra, all in the cozy glow of candlelight. Hosted at the Jackson County Tower Ballroom, this special event, in collaboration with the Jackson County Fair, promises a blend of rock and classical elegance for a memorable musical experience. For tickets: 517-782-3221 or jacksonsymphony.org. SOLD OUT.

Cash O’Riley Live at Ironbark. 7 PM to 10 PM.  Join us for Cash O’Riley’s birthday show at Ironbark! Always a rock n’ rolling good time!  Ironbark Brewing Company, 2610 Kibby Road, Jackson.

Ice, Wine, Beer & Blues. In Marshall, Friday & Saturday, Jan. 31 and Feb. 1.  Features specialty wine and beer tastings downtown on Friday night and a Blues concert at the Franke Center for the Arts on Saturday. LIVE ice carvings with the theme of ‘Famous Places’ like world renowned destinations from the Eiffel Tower to the Great Pyramids and more.  Ice carving is downtown from 5-8pm on Friday and on Saturday from 10am until completion. Wine tasting at many downtown locations; wristbands 425 for 10 wine/beer tastings; purchase in advance at TheFranke.org LIVE Blues concert Saturday evening featuring rockin’ Gospel Blues artist Sharrie Williams and her band The Harddrivin’ Machine (she has toured 40 countries).  Pre-show at 7pm and main show at 8pm.For tickets: TheFranke.org or call 269-781-0001.

Josh Pantry in Concert.  Country Boots & Bands is thrilled to team up with our friends at TRAILER PARK GOLF CLUB to bring you a special, limited-capacity night with West Virginia artist and songwriter Josh Pantry in Jackson, MI! This is the perfect chance to kick back with your crew, enjoy live music, and make some unforgettable memories.  Fawzi’s Sports Bar, 3705 Ann Arbor Road, Jackson. Event page here.

Saturday, February 1

Grow Jackson Groundhog Gallop. 2400 Fourth Street @ Middle School at Parkside In Jackson. 5K Run, 10:00am. 5K Walk, 10:05am. Kids Run, 9:45am. Benefits the ’25 Summer initiatives of Grow Jackson.  Grow Jackson was created for awareness of food insecurity and operation of community gardens.  They are fundraising this year for a farm vehicle and equipment for expansion of their food growing operations. Run for FREE with a donation! An ORS Race Series event! runsignup.com/Race/MI/Jackson/Groundhog Gallop sponsored by: Inosencio & Fisk, Orthopaedic Rehab Specialists, and JTV.

Jackson County Genealogical Society. February’s regular meeting.  1 PM  Social time, 1:30 PM Society business,  2 PM Program.  Jackson District Library Meijer Branch, 2699 Airport Rd., Jackson.  Program:  Tips and Examples for Breaking Though Brick Walls. Lora Painter, Nancy Patton & Marge Herman, Speakers.

Mid Michigan Jackson Toy Show.  9am to 3pm.  American 1 Event Center, Keeley Park, Downtown Jackson.  $5.00 per person kids under 12 FREE.  Early Bird 7:30 Admission $10.00 per person, Kids 12 and under $5.00 each.  The Jackson show started in 2004 and has grown from 18 tables to over 240 tables of toy collectibles. It’s a one day show where you’ll find everything from NASCAR, Tractors, Dolls, Promos, Hot Wheels, Slot Cars, Model Cars, Star Wars, Action Figures, Movie Posters, Comics, Sport Cards, Matchbox, Trains, Die Cast Trucks, Cartoon Characters, Battery Operated & Wind-Ups, Antique Toys and more!  A Great Show! A Great Place! A Great Time! https://www.midmichigansupershows.com/

SOLD OUT. Concert Aglow:  The Music of the Beatles.  JANUARY 31 and FEBRUARY 1.  7:00 PM | Doors open at 6:00 PM.  JACKSON COUNTY TOWER BALLROOM, 120 W Michigan Ave, Downtown Jackson.  Experience the magic of LIVE music in a whole new light. Enjoy music from The Beatles during this evening performance with a string quartet from the Jackson Symphony Orchestra, all in the cozy glow of candlelight. Hosted at the Jackson County Tower Ballroom, this special event, in collaboration with the Jackson County Fair, promises a blend of rock and classical elegance for a memorable musical experience. For tickets: 517-782-3221 or jacksonsymphony.org. SOLD OUT.

Ice, Wine, Beer & Blues. In Marshall, Friday & Saturday, Jan. 31 and Feb. 1.  Features specialty wine and beer tastings downtown on Friday night and a Blues concert at the Franke Center for the Arts on Saturday. LIVE ice carvings with the theme of ‘Famous Places’ like world renowned destinations from the Eiffel Tower to the Great Pyramids and more.  Ice carving is downtown from 5-8pm on Friday and on Saturday from 10am until completion. Wine tasting at many downtown locations; wristbands 425 for 10 wine/beer tastings; purchase in advance at TheFranke.org LIVE Blues concert Saturday evening featuring rockin’ Gospel Blues artist Sharrie Williams and her band The Harddrivin’ Machine (she has toured 40 countries).  Pre-show at 7pm and main show at 8pm.For tickets: TheFranke.org or call 269-781-0001.

Sunday, February 2

Acoustic Sunday with Mike Crupi.  2:00 PM.  Admission: FREE.  Join us for Acoustic Sunday with Mike Crupi at the Michigan Theatre of Jackson! Bring your guitar, bass, or use one of our keyboards to perform on our iconic stage. This relaxed and welcoming atmosphere is the perfect setting to try out new songs, showcase original arrangements, or just share your talent. Solo performers are especially encouraged to take the spotlight and shine. Come for the music, stay for the vibe. We can’t wait to hear what you’ve been working on! Check out this event and more at https://michigantheatre.org/re.org/

Frozen with Elsa and Anna.  3 PM to 6 PM.  Free Character Event with regular admission, Elsa & Anna will be here to meet, greet and take pictures! Enjoy a Magical Winter Adventure, with Frozen treats, skating games, and non-stop frosty fun!  Allskate Fun Center, 1313 West North Street, Jackson.