Escanaba City Council approves street closures for Log Jam Music Festival

The Downtown Development Authority (DDA) is gearing up for the inaugural Log Jam Music Festival, set to take place on June 28, 2025, in downtown Escanaba. The City Council has approved the DDA's request to close Ludington Street from Tenth to Fourteenth Street, along with adjacent alleys, to accommodate the event. This closure may extend to Ninth Street if necessary, while Tenth Street will remain open.

Event organizer Mister Warple highlighted the festival's focus on celebrating the timber industry, featuring a timber show by local resident Bruce Blondie and various lumberjack competitions led by the Delta Conservation District forester. The festival will also showcase ten musical acts, including popular local bands and a special performance by the Pesky Kids, a band with personal ties to Warple.

The festival promises a full day of activities from 10 AM to 10 PM, including food vendors and potentially a flapjack eating contest. The DDA is currently seeking vendors and finalizing logistics, with a dedicated committee working to ensure a successful event.

In addition to the Log Jam Music Festival, the City Council approved a partial street closure for Mugshots' 10-year anniversary party on June 7, 2025. This event will also require proper insurance and cleanup responsibilities from the event sponsors.

The meeting also addressed the approval of social district applications for Mugshots and Kathmandu, with plans for training and signage to support the new social district regulations. The council is actively filling vacancies on various boards, encouraging community involvement in local governance.

The Log Jam Music Festival is poised to become a significant event for Escanaba, promising to enhance community spirit and celebrate local heritage.