Events of January 9, 10, and 11, 2026

Friday, January 9

The Tyler Roy Band at the Honky Tonk at Oak + Iron.  8 PM.  Join us at the Honky Tonk at Oak + Iron for live music from The Tyler Roy Band on Friday, January 9, 2026. The doors open at 8 p.m. with live music starting at 9 p.m.  151 West Michigan Avenue, Downtown Jackson.

Jay Fry Live at Ironbark. 7 PM to 10 PM.  Soulful acoustic vibes from Jay Fry, member of Michigan’s epic funky jam band Chirp! A perfect evening to relax and enjoy a night of music: acoustic rock, indie and soul.  2610 Kibby Road, Jackson.

Saturday, January 10

Relay for Life First Lap.  10:30 AM.  Join us for our ceremonial First Lap on January 10th at 10:30 am at Jackson Crossing Mall. We will meet by the carousel and take our First Lap of the 2026 Relay For Life season together in honor of those facing cancer, those we have lost, and those currently fighting. We will be drawing a winner for our 50/50 Winter Raffle at 11:00 and you’ll have the opportunity to still buy tickets before we take our lap.

January Winemaker’s Dinner.  5:30 PM.  Enjoy a plated dinner designed to highlight Sandhill Crane Vineyards wine selected by our winemaker, Holly Peterson. Guests will be shown to their seats at 5:30 pm, then food will be served starting at 6pm. Dinner will include an amuse bouche, salad, entree, and dessert course, each paired with a 3oz pour of SCV wine (four total). The amuse bouche course which will be a surprise offering from Chef Jake Osburn, will be paired with our yet-to-be-released 2023 Chambourcin aged in a bourbon barrel. Sandhill Crane Vineyards, 4724 Walz Road, Jackson.  Menu, tickets,  and event page here.

The Drew Hale Band at the Honky Tonk at Oak + Iron. Join us at the Honky Tonk at Oak + Iron for live music from The Drew Hale Band on Saturday, January 10, 2026. The doors open at 8 p.m. with live music starting at 9 p.m.  151 West Michigan Avenue, Downtown Jackson.

Astronomical Observatory Viewing Night.  9 PM to 11 PM.  Students, employees, and community members are invited to enjoy an evening of stargazing through our campus telescope! Please call 517.990.1400 or visit the Astronomical Observatory web page before attending to confirm the event is still taking place, as it may be canceled due to weather conditions.  Jackson College Central Campus.

Sunday, January 11

Jackson Christian Royal Players.  10:45 AM.  We’re excited to host the Jackson Christian Schools Royal Players as they present a special program of music and drama focused on God’s grace. You won’t want to miss this encouraging and meaningful time together—invite a friend and join us!  Skiff Lake Bible Church, 8277 S Jackson Rd, Clarklake.

Art by Zach Snyder Recent Works Opening Reception.  1 PM.  Come view and enjoy the opportunity to purchase original artworks by local artist Zach Snyder! His art will be hanging at Sandhill until March 2.  Sandhill Crane Vineyards, 4724 Walz Road, Jackson.

$5 Family Day. 1 PM to 5 PM.  Bring the whole family to take advantage of this great deal! $5 admission, $5 skate rental, $5 laser tag! So much fun for such a low price.  Allskate Fun Center, 1313 W. North Street, Jackson.