Michigan Upper Peninsula Entertaining Events: August 21-25, 2025
Thursday, August 21, 2025
Houghton:
Century 21 Affiliated Summer Concert Series featuring Uncle Pete's Red Hot Review
Time: 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Location: Ray Kestner Waterfront Park
Enjoy live music by Uncle Pete's Red Hot Review as part of the summer concert series.
Ironwood:
Emberlight International Film Festival: Paper Marriage Screening
Time: 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM
Location: Theatre North
Experience a cinematic offering from the Emberlight International Film Festival.
Music on Third
Time: 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Location: Third Street Corridor
Enjoy an evening of live music and community along the Third Street Corridor.
Ishpeming:
Summer Concert Series at Old Ish Park
Time: Approximately 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Location: Old Ish Park, 100 Main Street
Gather for an enjoyable evening of music in the park.
Marquette:
HarborFest 2025
Time: Evening (specifics for individual performances vary, see below)
Location: Mattson Lower Harbor Park
Marquette's favorite end-of-summer festival kicks off with a purpose, raising money for local non-profits. Thursday features:
Marquette Symphony Orchestra: 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Marquette Rockestra: 8:30 PM - 10:00 PM (Performing "Dancing Through The Decades")
Menominee:
Concerts in the Park - Daizy Roots Band
Time: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Location: Menominee Marina (Bandshell), 1000 1st St
Bring your lawn chairs for a free community concert by the Daizy Roots Band.
Norway (near Iron Mountain/Kingsford):
Downtown Norway Open Air Market
Time: 4:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Location: Downtown Norway
Explore local vendors and goods at this open-air market.
Friday, August 22, 2025
Gladstone:
Hot Rods & Harleys Cruise Nights
Time: 8:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Location: (Specific location not provided, but typically a local gathering spot for cruisers)
Enjoy an evening showcasing hot rods and Harley-Davidson motorcycles.
Live Acoustic Music @ Fresh Coast Lounge | Noah Bauer
Time: 8:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Location: Freshwater Tavern, 7146 P. Road
Relax and enjoy live acoustic music by Noah Bauer.
Iron Mountain / Kingsford Area:
Central Upper Peninsula Rally - Iron Mule
This event runs from August 22-23. Specific times and location details should be confirmed closer to the date, but it's expected to be a rally event for enthusiasts.
Marquette:
HarborFest 2025
Time: Afternoon/Evening (specifics for individual performances vary)
Location: Mattson Lower Harbor Park
The festival continues with more live music:
Beechgrove & Blacksmith: 4:00 PM - 5:15 PM (Family-Friendly Eclectic Acoustic)
Diversion: 6:15 PM - 8:00 PM (U.P.-Based Classic Rock)
BARENAKED 90's: 9:00 PM - 11:00 PM (90's Tribute Band - Headliner)
Ontonagon
Porcupine Mountains Music Festival
Location: Winter Sports Complex
36606 Carp Lake Tower Road, Ontonagon, MI 49953
Scythian
Buckwheat Zydeco
Saturday, August 23, 2025
Gladstone:
Cathy Grier Performance
Time: 5:00 PM
Location: Twelve Eleven Wine Bar + Provisions
Enjoy a free entry performance by Cathy Grier.
Chris Canas Performance
Time: 8:30 PM
Location: Island Resort & Casino (Tickets required)
Catch a live performance by Chris Canas.
Iron Mountain / Kingsford Area:
Central Upper Peninsula Rally - Iron Mule
The rally continues for its second day.
Farmers & Artisans Market
Time: 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Location: (Specific location not provided, but typically a central market area)
Discover local produce and artisan crafts.
Marquette:
HarborFest 2025
Time: Afternoon/Evening (specifics for individual performances vary)
Location: Mattson Lower Harbor Park
The final day of HarborFest features:
Ramble Tamble: 2:30 PM - 3:45 PM (Epic MQT-Based Surf Rockers)
Luke Ogea: 4:15 PM - 5:45 PM (Local Singer/songwriter & Country Music Artist)
Tom Katalin & Highway 41: 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM (Regional Country Music Band)
USED CARS: 9:00 PM - 11:00 PM (The Cars Tribute Band - Headliner)
Ontonagon
Porcupine Mountains Music Festival
Location: Winter Sports Complex
36606 Carp Lake Tower Road, Ontonagon, MI 49953
Scythian
Buckwheat Zydeco
Sunday, August 24, 2025
Iron Mountain / Kingsford Area:
U.P. Northwoods Triathlon
Time: 7:00 AM
Location: (Specific location for start/finish not provided, but will be in the Iron Mountain/Kingsford area)
Cheer on participants in this multi-sport endurance event.
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