Events of Thursday, June 11, 2026

Wake Up Jackson.  7:30 AM to 9 AM.  Start your morning building meaningful connections with fellow business leaders, gaining fresh networking insights, and celebrating the momentum happening across Jackson’s business community.  This Month’s Featured Speaker:  Jacob Inosencio, Founder and Executive Director of Grow Jackson.  Forty Nine South, 2527 Helena Ave., Jackson. Cost: $15 (Members) | $25 (Non-Members).  Register today and be part of the conversations shaping Jackson’s future.

$1 Summer Kids Movie Series. Make a splash at the Michigan Theatre with Ruby Gillman, Teenage Kraken as part of our Summer Kids Movie Series, sponsored by Kiwanis & Southern Michigan Bank and Trust. Ruby Gillman is a shy teenager just trying to survive high school without standing out. But when she discovers she comes from a legendary family of sea krakens, Ruby has to embrace who she really is and dive into an adventure bigger than she ever imagined.  A fun, colorful family movie about friendship, courage and finding your place. Admission is just $1.  Showtimes: Tuesday, June 9 at 11 AM & 2 PM, Wednesday, June 10 at 11 AM & 2 PM, Thursday, June 11 at 11 AM & 2 PM.   Doors open 30 minutes before each showing.  Michigan Theatre, Downtown Jackson.

25th Annual Jackson Blues Fest.  June 11, 12 and 13, 2026.  St. John’s Elementary School Grounds, 405 E. North Street, Jackson.  Tonight’s lineup:  6 PM Bex Marshall, 7:50 PM Denise La Grassa Band, 9:35 PM Greg Nagy Band. $10 at the gate, kids 12 & under FREE!

Nature’s Night Life. 3 PM.  Find out what happens after the sun goes down in this exciting exploration into the world of nocturnal animals! Eastern Branch: June 11, 3 PM, Spring Arbor Branch: June 11, 5:30 PM.  Registration required at https://tinyurl.com/5wb9p3hd  Meet different live animals and learn why they choose to work in the dark and how they are adapted for life at night. Presented by the Ann Arbor Hands-On Museum and the Leslie Science and Nature Center  This event is part of Summer Discover. Learn more at https://myjdl.com/explore/summer-discover

Leoni Township Music in the Park.  Get ready for another amazing season of Music in the Park! Join us this summer for great nights filled with: Live music from talented local bands, delicious food trucks and unique vendors.  Fun for the whole family!  Tonight’s music by Swamp Trolls and food truck is Triple E Food Truck. Bring your lawn chairs, grab some friends, and enjoy the perfect summer vibe right here in Leoni Township.  Fifth Street, Michigan Center.  Whether you’re coming for the music, the food, or just a relaxing evening outdoors, there’s something for everyone!  6 to 9 PM.

Silent Disco at Ogma Beer Garden. Dance yourself into summer with us! We’re teaming up with Whoa Disco for the first of two Silent Disco sessions this year in the new and improved Ogma Beer Garden as part of our “Active Family Fun” series at Ogma. Join us on Thursday, June 11, from 7–9 p.m. for a free, all-ages night of dancing and fun. Yes, totally free! You’ll be able to switch between three music channels using one of 100 freshly sanitized wireless headphones (sized for heads big and small). Plus, we’ll light up the beer garden with lasers to set the perfect dance party mood. Bring the whole crew, grab a beer, let the kids burn off some end-of-school energy, and get your groove on. It’s gonna be a blast—and totally silent (well, sorta). 129 E. Michigan Avenue, Downtown Jackson.

Zumba Under the Stars.  8 PM.  A fun night of fitness under the stars, partnering with our local Jackson YMCA to provide a fun Zumba experience under the night stars at the Cascades Falls  YMCA Members- Family $10 Individuals $4, Regular family- $15 Individuals $8.