We are flooding the streets with music (despite the construction) with 10 musical performers, timber show, arts and craft vendors and lumberjack contests. The Escanaba LogJam Music Festival is a free event for the community, celebrating Escanaba’s timber and rich music history. Sponsored by Highline Internet and DTE Foundation, the event is organized by the Escanaba Downtown Development Authority, Bonifas Arts Center, Escanaba Kiwanis and Delta Conservation District.
Due to ongoing downtown construction, this year's festival will be held at the intersection of Ludington Street and Stephenson Avenue. We have five restaurants, food trucks and retail businesses.
The free festival begins with a ceremonial ribbon cutting and log sawing at 10 a.m. and continues until 10 p.m.
DOWNTOWN STAGES AT THE ESCANABA LOGJAM MUSIC FESTIVAL
Join us Saturday, June 27, for a full day of live music on the Downtown Stage as the Escanaba LogJam Music Festival celebrates the city's rich timber and music heritage.
The music begins at 11 a.m. and continues throughout the day with an outstanding lineup of local and regional performers.
11:00 a.m. – Singe
Featuring Susan and Jim Hanke, Singe brings a versatile mix of rock, blues, country, and original music.
12:45 p.m. – Black Ice Diamonds
This talented all-sister rock band from Negaunee combines powerful vocals, original music, and crowd-favorite rock covers.
2:00 p.m. – Delta Players
A staple of the Escanaba music scene, Delta Players perform classic rock favorites featuring outstanding vocal harmonies and musicianship.
3:45 p.m. – Odium
Escanaba's own progressive rock and metal band showcases original music and impressive young talent.
5:00 p.m. – Stonewall
Enjoy a dynamic blend of country, classic rock, and 80s and 90s favorites performed by one of the region's most popular bands.
6:45 p.m. – Borrowed Time
Bringing high-energy hits from the 1960s through today, Borrowed Time delivers a crowd-pleasing mix of classic rock, country, and southern rock favorites.
8:00 p.m. – Ty Parkin and The Old Souls
Closing out the evening is Northern Michigan country artist Ty Parkin and The Old Souls, featuring authentic country music, timeless classics, and Michigan Country Music Hall of Fame steel guitarist Barry Gokee.
Plus, music by Anna Trent, Mordi Young and Terry Creamer.
In addition to great music, festival goers can enjoy performances by the Great Lakes Timber Show featuring chainsaw carving, axe throwing, log rolling, wood chopping, crosscut sawing, and family-friendly entertainment. Bruce Belanger and his team have been entertaining audiences for decades with a show that celebrates the logging traditions of the Upper Peninsula.
Families can also enjoy the Kiwanis Club and Swedish Pantry Flapjack Eating Contest at 10:30 a.m. and competitive Lumberjack Contests hosted by the Delta Conservation District throughout the day.
Three 50/50 raffles are being held by Escanaba Kiwanis, Players de Noc and Escanaba AmVets.
