Schedule:
8:00 a.m - 4:00 p.m: Classic Car Show at Water Street & US12
Join us Saturday, May 18, for the return of our popular Classic Car Show in downtown Jonesville. There will be hundreds of cars and plenty of activities throughout the day. Registration is 8am - 1pm, new registration and show entrance at Evans (M99) and North Streets.
Awards Ceremony at 3pm. Dash plaques available while supplies last. Classic Car Awards inlcude Best-in-Show 1900-1989, New Car Show Award 1990-2024, Top 10 Riverfest Awards, Chicago Street Cruisers Award, also Longest Distance Travelled and Coolest Car Awards. Awards generated by votes from registered car show participants. There will be merchandise and gift certificate prizes awarded throughout the day. The Classic Car Show is one component of our new and improved Jonesville RiverFest! In addition to the Classic Car Show, there will be an Arts & Crafts Show, St. Joe River Activities, Kids' Inflatables Area, Food Trucks, and activities all weekend.
8:00 a.m - 12:00 p.m: Jonesville Presbyterian Church Sausage Pancake Breakfast at Jonesville Presbyterian Church
Sausage and Pancake Breakfast serving until supplies last, $5 adults, $3 children under 10
10:00 a.m - 6:00 p.m: Arts & Crafts Show at Carl Fast Memorial Park
Immerse yourself in a celebration of creativity at the Arts and Crafts Show, now at its new enchanting location, Carl Fast Memorial Park, in the heart of downtown Jonesville! Stroll through a kaleidoscope of artistic expressions as local artisans and crafters showcase their talents against the picturesque backdrop of the park. This event is more than an arts and crafts show; it's a communal celebration of imagination, craftsmanship, and the boundless spirit of Jonesville.
10:00 a.m - 5:00 p.m: Living History Event at The Grosvenor House Museum
The Historic Grosvenor House Museum is a hosting a (free) living history event (circa 1860's) on the Saturday of Jonesville RiverFest.
Step Back in Time
Relive the past and see history come alive on the side lawn off Liberty Street.
You will experience an authentic Civil War Military Camp, including Dog Tents, Soldiers' Personal Items on Display, Drill, Bugle Call, and Campfire Cooking Demonstrations. Additionally, we will host a restored 1870 Chuck Wagon, a Blacksmith, an Herbalist (with herbs and lotions for sale), a Lewis & Clark Display, and handcrafted 18th Century Signs for Sale.
6:00 p.m: RiverFest Pageant at Jonesville High School Auditorium
The Jonesville RiverFest Pageant is open to all young ladies, ages 5-18, who live in or attend the Jonesville School District.
There will be an information / registration meeting on Monday, March 11 at 6:00pm at the Jonesville High School Auditorium. Fundraising information will be made available. The cost is $65 / contenstant and each contenstant will receive a t-shirt, trophy, and gift. The Age Groups (age as of May 18, 2024) Little Miss (5-8), Junior Miss (9-12), Teen Miss (13-15), and Miss (16-18).
Categories include:
Little Miss & Junior Miss: Interview, Sportswear, Outfit of Choice, and Formal Wear.
Teen Miss & Miss: Interview, Talent, Outfit of Choice, and Formal Wear.
No Experience Needed.
8:00 p.m: The Last Lifeboat at The Sauk
The Untold Story of the Titanic
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