Events of Labor Day Weekend

Friday, September 1

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.

First Fridays in Downtown Jackson.  4 PM to 7 PM.  There is no better way to kick off the weekend!  Come and join the retailers and businesses of downtown Jackson for the First Friday of every month for some shopping, sipping, and dining.   Each purchase made at a participating business gets you entered in a drawing for prizes! Must be present to win, locations for drawings will vary based on event.

Vineyard Jams:  Friday and Saturday Music.  7 PM to 10 PM.  Join us this Summer for the return of our Friday & Saturday night music series: Vineyard Jams.  Every Friday and Saturday evening (Memorial Day Weekend to Labor Day Weekend) from 7-10 PM on the Cherry Creek stage, enjoy some of the best bands in the area. From rock ‘n roll, to blues, and country and pop, there is something for everyone. Beer, Wine, Wine Slushies, & Cider.  Rotating Food Trucks.  Limited Cafe’ Menu.  Open to all ages. Great music and fantastic food trucks!   Tonight:  Big L & Code Blue.  Featured Food Truck: Whiskey Jack’s BBQ.   Cherry Creek Cellars, 11500 Silver Lake Highway, Brooklyn.

Pinter Whitnick at Ironbark.  7 PM to 10 PM.  We’re excited to welcome back a crowd favorite, Pinter Whitnick to Ironbark’s stage! Blending 80’s/90’s pop and alternative hits, it’s always a great show with this dynamic duo!  2610 Kibby Road, Jackson.

Hot Southern Mess at Enchanted Forest.  8 PM to 12 AM.  We were booked last weekend, No power, gonna try it again!  Josh Johnston travels around to deliver a night of fun and interaction with music and all of you! Country music with a taste of this and that! A mix of music performed with Piano, & acoustic guitar!  3705 Ann Arbor Road, Jackson.

Monster Trucks at Springport Speedway. Friday, Sep 1 – 7:00 pm, Saturday, Sep 2 – 2:00 pm & 7:00 pm, and Sunday, Sep 3 – 2:00 pm.  Springport Mid-Michigan Speedway. 23849 30 Mile Rd., Springport.  The first 100 Adult Tickets for each show time online are only $16.50!! Children ages 3 through 13 are admitted FREE with a free kids ticket and a paid Adult. Children 2 and under free.  Tickets available here.  Pit Party:  Open to all ticket holders ~ Pit Party Starts 2 hours before show time with a Cast Meet & Greet, Photo Ops, Rides & Activities for the kids, Tons of Food & Drink options, Souvenirs and Ride In A Real Monster Truck!

Jackson Festival for the Arts Volunteer Orientation.  6:30 PM.  Join us for our volunteer orientation – this is the perfect way to get involved during the festival in a low stress and committed way! We have many different opportunities for roles in different events throughout the festival! Please join us for this fun and casual orientation as we get you paired up with the right way for you to get involved.  Please text/call 2484085458 or email jacksonartsfest@monsterboxtheatre.com for more information or to RSVP.  Lean Rocket Lab, 133 West Michigan Avenue, Downtown Jackson.

Saturday, September 2

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.

 YPOP Explorers First Fruits Festival.  10:30 AM to 4:30 PM.  Come gather together for the harvest!  A community celebration.  Gardeners, vendors, food, music, prizes.  1107 Maple Street, Jackson.  Bring your fruits and vegetables together, whether you have a large outdoor garden or a small indoor kitchen garden.  Let’s celebrate our success together!

Labor Day Weekend at The Cascades.  Labor Day Celebration at Cascade Falls with Fireworks sponsored by Little Caesar’s and entertainment by The Alibi Band. Entertainment at 7pm.  Fireworks and Light Show at Dusk. Cascades Park, 1401 S Brown St, Jackson.

Escape Into History.  Put your knowledge of Jackson’s history to the test in an escape room experience at the Carnegie Library in downtown Jackson! Session Dates & Times: September 2: 10 & 11 AM, 12 PM.  Intended for older teens and adults.  Space is limited and registration is required. Call the Adult Services Department at 517-905-1339 to register.  Carnegie Branch, Jackson District Library.

Vineyard Jams:  Friday and Saturday Music.  7 PM to 10 PM.  Join us this Summer for the return of our Friday & Saturday night music series: Vineyard Jams.  Every Friday and Saturday evening (Memorial Day Weekend to Labor Day Weekend) from 7-10 PM on the Cherry Creek stage, enjoy some of the best bands in the area. From rock ‘n roll, to blues, and country and pop, there is something for everyone. Beer, Wine, Wine Slushies, & Cider.  Rotating Food Trucks.  Limited Cafe’ Menu.  Open to all ages. Great music and fantastic food trucks!   Today:   Phoenix Theory.  Featured Food Truck:  The Joint: Smokin’ Good Foods.  Cherry Creek Cellars, 11500 Silver Lake Highway, Brooklyn.

Jackson Reptile Expo. 10 AM to 3 PM.  Come join us for an extraordinary time!  Lots to see and experience! Animals, cages, supplies, feeders and more! you do not want to miss the Jackson Reptile Expo in the Keeley Hall building at Keeley Park.  Very family friendly!

Monster Trucks at Springport Speedway. Friday, Sep 1 – 7:00 pm, Saturday, Sep 2 – 2:00 pm & 7:00 pm, and Sunday, Sep 3 – 2:00 pm.  Springport Mid-Michigan Speedway. 23849 30 Mile Rd., Springport.  The first 100 Adult Tickets for each show time online are only $16.50!! Children ages 3 through 13 are admitted FREE with a free kids ticket and a paid Adult. Children 2 and under are free.  Tickets available here.  Pit Party:  Open to all ticket holders ~ Pit Party Starts 2 hours before show time with a Cast Meet & Greet, Photo Ops, Rides and activities for the kids, Tons of Food and drink options, Souvenirs and Ride In A Real Monster Truck!

Sunday, September 3

Swingin’ at the Shell.  6 PM.   Free!  Swingin’ at the Shell is an annual series of FREE music concerts, held each Sunday during the summer at 6 p.m. in Beautiful Albion, Michigan. Come out and enjoy a wide variety of sounds including Jazz, Soul, Rock, Brass, Big Band, Celtic, Piano, Funk, Blues, and more. The Victory Park Band Shell has plenty of room for you and your friends to have a great time!  BRING your lawn chair or blanket!  Today:  WANTED (a BON JOVI Tribute Band) (Classic Rock).  Bon Jovi embodies American Rock and Roll, and Wanted, the group voted as one of the best Bon Jovi Tribute Bands – makes sure to keep their legacy alive. Wanted is dedicated to keeping authenticity at the forefront by performing the music of Bon Jovi the way it was meant to be played, with real passion, giving their audience the most authentic experience they can: performing the famous rock and love songs that bring all generations together.

Vineyard Jams:  Bonus Day!  Sunday!  7 PM to 10 PM.  Join us this Summer for the return of our Friday & Saturday night music series: Vineyard Jams.  Every Friday and Saturday evening (Memorial Day Weekend to Labor Day Weekend) from 7-10 PM on the Cherry Creek stage, enjoy some of the best bands in the area. From rock ‘n roll, to blues, and country and pop, there is something for everyone. Beer, Wine, Wine Slushies, & Cider.  Rotating Food Trucks.  Limited Cafe’ Menu.  Open to all ages. Great music and fantastic food trucks!   Today:  Big Foot Bob & The Toe Tappers.  Featured Food Truck: Baby Bear Burger  Cherry Creek Cellars, 11500 Silver Lake Highway, Brooklyn.

Monster Trucks at Springport Speedway. Friday, Sep 1 – 7:00 pm, Saturday, Sep 2 – 2:00 pm & 7:00 pm, and Sunday, Sep 3 – 2:00 pm.  Springport Mid-Michigan Speedway. 23849 30 Mile Rd., Springport.  The first 100 Adult Tickets for each show time online are only $16.50!! Children ages 3 through 13 are admitted FREE with a free kids ticket and a paid Adult. Children 2 and under are free.  Tickets available here.  Pit Party:  Open to all ticket holders ~ Pit Party Starts 2 hours before show time with a Cast Meet & Greet, Photo Ops, Rides and activities for the kids, Tons of Food and drink options, Souvenirs and Ride In A Real Monster Truck!