Wednesday Night
**We are proud of our partners like Bella Cain, who give back to their community in many ways! Bella Cain has generously contributed $1500 to the Lake Geneva Jaycees Christmas Generosity fund! **
With amazing musicianship, unmatched high energy onstage, production that includes one of the premier sound and light shows in the business teamed up with the Bella Girls, musical variety not seen before on the regional Country Music scene and a sound all their own…Bella Cain is winning the hearts of many all over the Midwest.
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Thursday Night
The musical selection of MDR is about as wide as it gets. The spectrum includes motown classics, classic rock treasures, metal anthems, 80's favorites, 90's gems, and the top hits of the 2000's. We alter most of the songs to our own style and add a lot of comedy and medleys to make your favorite songs new to you again. Our fan base ranges from 21 to 61 on a regular basis and we want to make sure we have something for everyone.
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Friday Night
Nashville-based country music singer/songwriter, Kelly Daniels, is taking the stage by storm with his superior showmanship and a familiar, down home country sound. Having begun his journey as a professional musician in 2011 as the founder and lead vocalist of popular Midwest country music tribute band, “Rockstar Rodeo,” Kelly has nearly two decades of valuable experience as a musician and
performer.
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Saturday Afternoon
Jack Whittle is a blues and roots singer, guitarist, and songwriter with a staggering depth of talent. The Chicagoland-based performer has been busy playing all over the Midwest and beyond, including a tour of the South in support of Chicago Blues mainstay Liz Mandeville. On a local level, Jack is a pillar of the thriving Northwest Indiana music scene and a highlight of jam nights and bar stages all over the area. Underneath it all is a foundation of knowledge based upon Jack’s consummate study and love of American roots music old and new from dirty, relentless blues shuffles to infectious country dance tunes and the underlying grooves and shared vocabulary that drive them. This is exemplified in the playful versatility of his songwriting, which was put on full display when Jack released his highly-anticipated, self-titled debut album in June 2022 to tremendous acclaim including a spot on Tom Lounges’ Top 10 Regional Albums of 2022. Featuring 8 original songs, many of which were co-written alongside frequent collaborator James Gedda, as well as Whittle’s rendition of the timeless Gospel song “Glory Glory.”
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Saturday Night
Saturday Night TooHypeCrew takes the party to the next level with a playlist Digital Underground would dance to. Hip-Hop and G-Funk from all of your favorites from the 80's, 90's, & 2000's!
Did we mention the Fly Girls?!
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Sunday Early Afternoon
Rock Central is a non profit music school dedicated to enriching the quality of life for children and adults of all ages through accessible music education and experiences.
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Sunday Afternoon
Drawing from fan favorites of every genre (including Rock/Country/Pop/Blues/Funk/Reggae to name a few), the Big Al Wetzel Band delivers a jaw dropping spectrum of first class live music for high end events large and small throughout the Chicago Tri State area and beyond.
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Sunday Night
We are not your average copy cats! We play music the way it was meant to be…From the heart and soul. DIRTY CANTEEN is a unique, powerful sounding group playing party classics, old and new. A must see live performance, we keep the crowd rockin’ and dancin’ all night long! Throw in some fresh original songs, a playful banter with the crowd, and a new spin on old favorites, and you’ve got yourself a recipe for a good time!
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Venetian Lighted Boat Parade & Fireworks Sunday Evening Along the Entire Waterfront.
Come to the Lake Geneva Jaycee's Entertainment Pavilion in the beer tent for the opening of the 60th Annual Venetian Festival.
All you can ride wristbands for $40 per person!
Sold until 10PM.
Rides for the youngsters are located in Seminary Park. (Half a block away, located behind the hotels.)
$5 cover starts at 6PM for the band.
Last call at 11:45PM
No one under the age of 21!
No ID, No Admission.
No Exceptions.
Bella Cain
Bella Cain kicks off the first night of music!
$5 cover at the door.
No one under the age of 21!
No ID, No Admission.
No Exceptions.
All you can ride wristbands for $40 per person!
Sold until 10PM.
Rides for the youngsters are located in Seminary Park. (Half a block away, located behind the hotels.)
$5 cover starts at 6PM for the band.
Last call at 11:45PM
No one under the age of 21!
No ID, No Admission.
No Exceptions.
Modern Day Romeos
Modern Day Romeos playing everything from classic rock to the hits of the 2000's!
$5 cover at the door.
No one under the age of 21!
No ID, No Admission.
No Exceptions.
$5 cover starts at 6PM for the band.
Last call at 11:45PM
No one under the age of 21!
No ID, No Admission.
Rides for the youngsters are located in Seminary Park. (Half a block away, located behind the hotels.)
Kelly Daniels
Nashville-based country music singer/songwriter, Kelly Daniels, is taking the stage by storm with his superior showmanship and a familiar, down home country sound.
$5 cover at the door.
No one under the age of 21!
No ID, No Admission.
No Exceptions.
Come checkout some of the amazing handmade items from one of our 110 Artists and Crafters!
Baggo, Bags, Corn hole, Bean Bags.... Whatever You call it, we're having a tournament.
Located in the Entertainment Pavilion (Beer Tent).
$5 cover starts at 6PM for the band.
Last call at 11:45PM
No one under the age of 21!
No ID, No Admission.
No Exceptions.
All you can ride wristbands for $40 per person until 5PM!
Ride Tickets available after 5PM.
Rides for the youngsters are located in Seminary Park. (Half a block away, located behind the hotels.)
Jack Whittle Band
Coming by way of Chicago, Terry Byrne brings us some Rockin country and blues with an Irish twist.
Playing everything from Merle Haggard to Chris Stapleton to Tyler Childers - this up and coming musician is a must see.
Free Admission!
Too Hype Crew
When TooHypeCrew shows up, the party comes with them! 80's, 90's, & 2000's Hip-Hop and G-Funk.
Did we mention the FLY GIRLS?!
$5 cover at the door.
No one under the age of 21!
No ID, No Admission.
No Exceptions.
Come checkout some of the amazing handmade items from one of our 110 Artists and Crafters!
Rides for the youngsters are located in Seminary Park. (Half a block away, located behind the hotels.)
$5 cover starts at 6PM for the band.
Last call at 11:45PM
No one under the age of 21!
No ID, No Admission.
No Exceptions.
Rock Central
Come support the Rockin' Kids from Rock Central Music School as they show off their music skills on stage in the Entertainment Pavilion (Beer Tent).
Big Al Wetzel Band
If you know Lake Geneva, you know Big Al!
Dirty Canteen
Another Local Favorite. Dirty Canteen Rock & Rolls through the final night of the festival.
$5 cover at the door.
No one under the age of 21!
No ID, No Admission.
No Exceptions.
Check out the Venetian Style Lighted Boat Parade anywhere along the waterfront downtown Lake Geneva.
The best part is you can enter your boat! Sign up here
Announcers best heard from in front of the Riviera Beach.
Immediately followed by the Fireworks show.
Don't miss this years Fireworks show! We are pulling out all the stops for our 60th annual Venetian Festival celebration!
What better way to Celebrate 60 years of "Leadership through Community Service" than to make a lot of noise and blow things up?!
Fireworks can best be seen from anywhere along the waterfront in downtown Lake Geneva. Come early to get a good spot!
Bonus Tip: Find a Lake Geneva Jaycee at the waterfront for a free glow stick for the kids!
2023 celebrates the 61st anniversary of the Lake Geneva Jaycees Venetian Festival. The five-day Festival runs from August 16th-20st and takes place at Flat Iron, Library, and Seminary Parks in picturesque downtown Lake Geneva.
Venetian Festival features a weekend of great family entertainment including a Craft Fair, Carnival, Water ski show, Traditional festival food and a beer tent featuring live music. This is all capped off on Sunday with a traditional Venetian Style lighted boat parade followed by the area’s largest fireworks display over Geneva Lake.
The Lake Geneva Jaycees Annual Venetian Festival was founded in 1962. For over a half century, Venetian Festival has been the banner event for the Lake Geneva Jaycees Chapter. It represents the largest revenue generator for the club. The net profits all go back into the local community and organizations. As Venetian Festival has grown over the years, so have the donations from the Jaycees3
