Backyard Blues, Brews & BBQ Festival
An incredible weekend of Blues and Boogie, fine Brews and great BBQ, at Lively Acres on Saturday, August 8, 2026!
FEATURING
Thornetta Davis – Detroit’s Queen of the Blues
WITH
Fabulous Horndogs – Legendary Local Boogie Band
Brendon Linsley Band – Detroit-based Semi-Finalist in the Memphis Intl. Blues Challenge
Captain Dirk – Enjoy blues history from an authentic Mississippi blues artist
and more!
Experience live music in a festival atmosphere.
Savor expertly cooked BBQ from locally raised animals.
Enjoy beer from Stormcloud Brewery and wines from Mawby and Big Little.
GATES OPEN at 2:00 p.m.
MUSIC STARTS at 3:00 p.m.
OVERNIGHT CAMPING AVAILABLE ON-SITE
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What to Know
The show will take place outdoors in the scenic, rural Lively Acres Backyard. Bring a blanket or lawn chair; no coolers allowed. Food and drink are available for purchase, including gluten-free and vegetarian options. The show will go on rain or shine; bring hats, sunglasses, sunscreen, and rain gear; not much shade available.
Plenty of free on-site parking is available.
No dogs allowed in the festival area.
Sugar Mae’s Blues Camp – Friday, August 7, 6:00 to 9:00 p.m.
Campers and locals are invited to mingle around the campfire and enjoy an acoustic blues open mic hosted by historian and musician Captain Dirk. Food & non-alcoholic drinks will be available for purchase. Gate at 6:00 p.m., music starts at 7:00 p.m.
Camping Available
Lively Acres has 40 campsites reserved for Backyard Blues attendees, with a two-night minimum. A variety of electrical hookups and tent sites are available (no site-based water or septic this year). Sugar Mae’s Blues camp Friday Night is included FREE for campers, and Saturday event tickets are only $30 for campers. Get your campground ticket when you book your campsite.
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