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MICHIGAN TECH MUSIC SERIES EVENT

Join the Workshop Brass Band for an evening of joyful, high-energy New Orleans brass band music at Bonfire at the Continental Fire Co. Celebrate Fat Tuesday in true New Orleans style with music, dancing, and Creole cuisine catered by the Bonfire. Ticket price includes dinner. 

Menu
Sausage Gumbo
Cajun Mac n Cheese
Shrimp Creole. White Rice
Jambalaya
Cheesy Grits
Mardi gras salad (mixed greens, purple cabbage, mandarin oranges, red onions, yellow bell peppers, candied pecans, ranch and berry vinaigrette)
Cornbread
Muffaletta Sandwiches 
Dessert:  Beignets..cocoa caramel. Traditional and gluten free.

Things to know

DATE | Tuesday, February 17, 2026
TIME | Doors open 5:30 p.m. Dinner Service Begins 6 p.m.
LOCATION | Bonfire at the Continental Fire Co. 
EST. RUN TIME | Approx. 90 mins. with intermission
SEATING | General Admission
PUBLIC TICKETS | Pay As You're Able Tickets ($50 Full Fee) What is Pay As You're Able?
MICHIGAN TECH STUDENT RUSH TICKETS | Tickets to this event include a meal at the Bonfire, therefore Michigan Tech Student Rush Tickets are $25. This discounted Student Rush pricing applies to Michigan Tech Students and their +1 guest ticket. What is Student Rush? 
NOTE: Student Rush tickets will be available at the door for CASH ONLY transactions. Credit cards will not be accepted for Experience Tech purchases at the door. 

CONTENT GUIDANCE | Loud music. Earplugs available upon request.

PARKING | Free parking is available in Continental Parking lots along the side of the building, and across Montezuma Ave. Please obey all posted signage.

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Thanks to Our Sponsors

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and the Visual and Performing Arts Circle of Supporters.

About the Performers

Michigan Tech Jazz, led by Director Jazz Studies Adam Meckler and Drew Kilpela, brings the Keweenaw a wide range of jazz experiences performed by students, local performers, and national names. Its diverse ensembles transform the Rozsa backstage into an intimate jazz club and blow off the roof with the annual Don Keranen Memorial Jazz Festival.

Meet the performers, creative team, and production team in the event's digital program. Programs are published at least one day prior to the event.

About the Presenter

The Michigan Tech Music Series unites students, faculty, and community members for a vibrant season of live music in the Keweenaw. Enjoy the commanding Keweenaw Symphony and experience Michigan Tech Jazz as it transforms the Rozsa and McArdle Theatre into Orchestra, stirring Michigan Tech Choirs, and inventive New Music events. Feel the dynamic energy of the Superior Wind Symphony, Campus Concert Band, and iconic Huskies Pep Band, intimate jazz clubs.

Part of the annual Rozsa Season, the Michigan Tech Art, Music, and Theatre Series are presented by the Visual and Performing Arts Department. Through these series, students from across campus, community members, and faculty create art that connects us to the world. With majors in audio production and technology, sound design, theatre and entertainment technology, and nine minors, the department fosters creativity, self-motivation, and the development of practical and artistic skills. Everyone is welcome, and there's something for everyone.

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