This summer, we’re bringing fun and festivities to downtown Vicksburg with the first ever BURG Days of Summer! Join us for family friendly activities, live music in the streets, food trucks and more! Whether you’re visiting from out-of-town or are a Vicksburg resident, there’s plenty of entertainment in our safe and walkable village to fill your day.
Oswalt Park in the heart of downtown Vicksburg with a Social District
Variety of retail shops, restaurants, and nightlife
Clark Park ... view more »
This summer, we’re bringing fun and festivities to downtown Vicksburg with the first ever BURG Days of Summer! Join us for family friendly activities, live music in the streets, food trucks and more! Whether you’re visiting from out-of-town or are a Vicksburg resident, there’s plenty of entertainment in our safe and walkable village to fill your day.
Oswalt Park in the heart of downtown Vicksburg with a Social District
Variety of retail shops, restaurants, and nightlife
Clark Park gazebo and observation deck overlooking a flowing stream
Vicksburg’s Main and Prairie Streets will be closed to vehicular traffic on event days. Parking can be found in municipal lots marked around downtown. If any BURG Days of Summer events must be cancelled due to inclement weather or unforeseen circumstances, announcements will be published on the Village of Vicksburg social platforms.
Performers
June 14th Main St: Hurricane
Voted 2019 Chicago Best Reggae Band
Prepare to experience a true Caribbean vibe a total party package with Reggae, Soca, Calypso a little jazz, Top 40 and Blues!
Prairie St: Left on Main
Kalamazoo’s most versatile cover band bringing you all the jams from the 70’s – today. They are like Jack FM of live music; you never know what you’re going to hear next!
June 21st Main St: Allie Garland Band & Sean Gibson
A typical Allie Garland show will take you on a musical cruise featuring Johnny Cash, Led Zeppelin, Aerosmith, The Eagles, and more. You name it Allie can probably play it which works out great when Allie opens up her performance to the all-request portion.
Prairie St: Tom Askey – Old Hank’s Son
Tom Askey is a retired professional hockey player who has found a second career writing and performing music. Throughout his playing career, Askey worked on his passion for playing guitar and singing in his spare time. Tom performed at local bars and events in every city he played in while honing his skills and stage presence.
June 28th Main St: John Louis Good & Rose City Troubadours
From Jackson County, MI. They play Americana, folk, rockabilly and country music. Playing an array of hits and original songs. They will bring a smile to your face and tune to take home.
Prairie St: Greg Cordes – Blues and Rock
As a small-town Lawton, MI-based singer/songwriter, Greg Cordes, has 40 years of musical experience. Greg’s unique country style voice mixed with a clear tone of blues and rock has been entertaining audiences for 16 years.
July 12th Main St: Out of Favor Boys – Blues/Funk/Soul
Featuring funky rhythms, searing guitar and blazing saxophone lines the quintet brings incredible energy to every show they play. The OOFB put on a show sure to be enjoyed by contemporary and traditional blues and funk lovers and anyone who appreciates great live music.
Prairie St: Michael & Sophie McIntosh – Top 40
Michael is a gifted vocalist and guitarist who was part of one of Michigan’s most popular bands…’Drop 35’ for many years. His material &B, Motown, pop, classic rock, and much more.
July 19th Main St: Special Guest – Classic Rock
Special Guest play classic rock from the early 60’s to the mid 80’s and lots of Bob Seger’s hits. Power trio featuring guitar, bass, drums & vocals from the S.W. Michigan area. Three members from Night Move Bob Segar Tribute band featuring Night Movers lead vocalist Jack Parkhurst on vocals.
Prairie St: Pinter Whitnick – 80’s & 90’s
Based out of Detroit, Michigan this husband and wife duo play a full-band sound with rich harmonies as they bring familiar favorites to life.
July 26th Main St: The Mickey’s – Americana/Folk/Alt Country
Jammie Award Winners. The Mickey’s have enjoyed global press and radio exposure in support of Find Our Way and Walk Along – resulting in impressive radio success and two European tours. Identical twins, Amy Sherman and Julie Peebles front the compelling musical force.
Prairie St: Ada LeAnn – Top 40’s
Josie’s Awards Single of the Year
Based out of Battle Creek, a semi-finalist for NBC Song Contest, Ada plays many of her own songs, such as “Young Love”, along with performing Top 40s
August 2nd Main St: The Skeletones – R&B/Blues/Soul/Motown
Brings a searing brand of high energy, yet soulful music to the local music scene and have taken their show throughout the Midwest.
Prairie St: Hurricane – Reggae
Hailing from the exotic isle of Dominica Cleve Hurricane Jean Jacques will be performing his solo gig bringing a true Caribbean vibe with Reggae, Soca, Calypso a little Jazz, Top 40 and Blues.
August 9th Main St: Rusty and the Nails – Classic Rock and Blues
Fun Classic rock and blues featuring covers and original songs. Musical influences and songs performed are: The Beatles, Jethro Tull, REM, Tom Petty, Elvis, Chuck Berry, Lynyrd Skynyrd and much more!
Prairie St: Tom Askey – Old Hank’s Son
Tom Askey is a retired professional hockey player who has found a second career writing and performing music. Throughout his playing career, Askey worked on his passion for playing guitar and singing in his spare time. Tom performed at local bars and events in every city he played in while honing his skills and stage presence.
August 16th Main St: Three of a Kind – Pop Classics
Three of a Kind is a collection of 3 diversely experienced musicians who pride themselves on intense 3-part harmonies and very eclectic mix of pop classics. They will dazzle the audience with their musical interpretation, energy, and diverse style.
Prairie St: Greg Cordes – Blue and Rock
As a small-town Lawton, MI-based singer/songwriter, Greg Cordes, has 40 years of musical experience. Greg’s unique country style voice mixed with a clear tone of blues and rock has been entertaining audiences for 16 years.
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