MANITOWOC – Here’s your look at can’t-miss events in the Manitowoc area this week. For more events and live music schedules, go to https://www.visitmanitowoc.com/events/.
Jam out at Metro Jam in Manitowoc
Celebrate 46 years of free music at the Metro Jam festival, happening June 20-21 at Washington Park (1115 Washington St).
This two-day event features an exciting lineup of national, regional and local musicians across genres including jazz, rock, Americana, reggae and blues.
Friday night features acts like Jimi Anderson, Bad Haji and The Periodicals, while Saturday brings nine performances culminating in a headline show from alt-country pioneers The Jayhawks at 8:30 p.m. on the MetroStage.
Concessions will be available, with support from the Sunrise Rotary.
Full lineup details and more information can be found at metrojam.org.
Watch top talent at the U.S. Women’s Disc Golf Championship
See the best women disc golfers in the country compete in the 2025 PDGA United States Women’s Disc Golf Championship, held June 19-22 at Silver Creek Park (3001 S. 10th St.) and other nearby courses.
Players will battle for 26 division titles, including the prestigious U.S. Women’s Champion title.
Spectator passes are just $15 per day and can be purchased online or on site.
The championship spans multiple courses, with top-level competition from all over the world across four days.
The full course schedule is available at www.pdga.com/2025uswdgc/courseschedule, and passes can be purchased at www.discoverwisc.com.
Enjoy your evening at Manitowoc’s Night Market 920
Night Market 920 brings summer vibes back to downtown Manitowoc with food trucks, live music and local vendors at the Farmers’ Market Lot (720 Quay St.) from 5 to 9:30 p.m.
The fun kicks off June 18 with The Glam Band, followed by Grand Union July 16 and The Dweebs Aug. 13.
Enjoy a festive evening of shopping, eating and family-friendly activities along the riverfront.
Proceeds support Grow It Forward’s mission to improve food access in the community.
Find full details at www.grow-it-forward.org/night-market-920.
Laugh and reflect with humorist and author Michael Perry
Spend a night with beloved humorist and author Michael Perry from 6 to 8 p.m. June 19 at the UW-Green Bay, Manitowoc Campus, theater (705 Viebahn St.).
Known for his witty and heartfelt reflections on rural life, Perry will share stories from his bestselling books and life experiences as a volunteer firefighter and Midwestern native.
The event is free and open to the public, with no reservations required.
For more information, visit https://www.manitowoclibrary.org/event/evening-michael-perry-22771.
Listen to live music at venues around Manitowoc
Grab a friend and a drink, then take in live music around Manitowoc.
Thursday, June 19
Friday, June 20
Saturday, June 21
Sunday, June 22
Visit Manitowoc is the city of Manitowoc’s Department of Tourism.
This article originally appeared on Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter: Things to do in Manitowoc this week include Metro Jam, Women’s Disc Golf Championship & more
Reporting by Visit Manitowoc / Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter
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