The 4th Annual Emmitt James Big Band BBQ

Schedule

Fri, 21 Aug, 2026 at 08:00 pm

UTC-05:00

Location

Turner Hall Ballroom | Milwaukee, WI

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THE 4TH ANNUAL EMMITT JAMES BIG BAND BBQ
Emmitt's alma mater, UW-Stevens Point and PTG present the 4th Annual Emmitt James Big Band BBQ. Join us as we gather to support and celebrate The TBEY Arts Center Big Band BBQ style.
The night will feature local vendors, food and a live performance from Emmitt James & The Lemon Pepper Steppers (a 20-piece Hip Hop-Jazz Band) on Friday, August 21 at Turner Hall. Doors open at 7:00 PM, and the show starts at 8:00 PM.
Entry fee is $10 for general admission. Limited VIP tickets will be available for $50. VIP tickets include early entry, reserved seating, (1) food voucher, (1) graphic tee, and an optional plus one.
We strongly encourage you to consider giving directly to TBEY via the link below:
https://givebutter.com/annual-emmitt-james-big-band-bbq-2026TBEY
FRI, 21 AUG 2026 at 08:00PM CDT
Ages: All Ages
Doors Open: 07:00PM
OnSale: Mon, 6 Apr 2026 at 10:00AM CDT
Announcement: Mon, 6 Apr 2026 at 10:00AM CDT
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Turner Hall Ballroom, Turner Hall Lot, 1040 N Vel R Phillips Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53203, United States

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