CHARLEVOIX CASTLE FIELD GUIDE
Live at the Castle: The J Hawkins Band Lights Up Castle Farms
A concise guide to an indoor evening of live music, pre-party drinks, and lively crowd energy inside Charlevoix’s historic Castle Farms.
Live at the Castle: The J Hawkins Band Lights Up Castle Farms.
Enjoy an energetic indoor night of live music by The J Hawkins Band inside the historic Castle Farms. Start with a relaxed pre-party in the Castle Pub, then move into an intimate concert setting for a high‑energy show—an evening built for friends or a date night at one of Northern Michigan’s most iconic venues.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Castle Farms' intimate indoor stage
The performance takes place indoors at Castle Farms, an atmospheric setting that frames the live show and pre-party in a single, memorable space.
Pre-party then two hours of live music
Kick the evening off with a laid-back pre-party in the Castle Pub (4:00–6:00 PM), then settle in as doors for the concert open and The J Hawkins Band performs a lively 7:00–9:00 PM set.
Multiple ticket tiers for different nights out
Choose from General Admission, VIP with a drink included, or VIP + Swag & Meet/Greet (which adds a swag bag and post-show meet-and-greet) to tailor the evening to your group or date.
What the day feels like
What the evening feels like
The night unfolds like a compact, social concert: an early pre-party with drinks and conversation in the Castle Pub, followed by concert doors opening in the early evening and a two-hour, high-energy set by The J Hawkins Band. The setting is cozy and iconic—an indoor Castle Farms show that favors close-up music, friendly crowds, and an easy Friday-night rhythm.
THE VENUE
Castle Farms' intimate indoor stage
The performance takes place indoors at Castle Farms, an atmospheric setting that frames the live show and pre-party in a single, memorable space.
THE NIGHT
Pre-party then two hours of live music
Kick the evening off with a laid-back pre-party in the Castle Pub (4:00–6:00 PM), then settle in as doors for the concert open and The J Hawkins Band performs a lively 7:00–9:00 PM set.
THE EXPERIENCE
Multiple ticket tiers for different nights out
Choose from General Admission, VIP with a drink included, or VIP + Swag & Meet/Greet (which adds a swag bag and post-show meet-and-greet) to tailor the evening to your group or date.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this evening suits — and who should consider something else.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Pre-party runs 4:00–6:00 PM; concert doors open at 6:00 PM; The J Hawkins Band performs from 7:00–9:00 PM. Total scheduled span covers the late-afternoon pre-party and evening concert.
Ticket tiers include General Admission ($20), VIP ($35, includes one drink), and VIP + Swag & Meet/Greet ($50, includes one drink, a swag bag, and a post-show meet/greet). Seating within each section is open.
Bring your ticket for entry and funds or payment method for the cash bar; VIP + Swag & Meet/Greet includes a swag bag and post-show meet/greet as noted in the ticket description.
The event is hosted at Castle Farms—plan to arrive in time for the pre-party if you wish to attend (address provided by the operator).
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
When is the pre-party and where does it take place?
The pre-party runs from 4:00–6:00 PM in the Castle Pub, with a cash bar available during that time.
What time do concert doors open and when does the band perform?
Concert doors open at 6:00 PM; The J Hawkins Band performs from 7:00–9:00 PM.
How long does the event last?
The scheduled event spans the pre-party and concert, with the primary concert set lasting two hours; the listed duration is three hours overall.
What ticket options and prices are available?
General Admission is $20; VIP is $35 (includes one drink); VIP + Swag & Meet/Greet is $50 (includes one drink, a swag bag, and a post-show meet/greet). Seating within each section is open.
Is there a bar or drinks available?
Yes. A cash bar will be available during the pre-party and throughout the concert; certain ticket tiers include one drink.
Where is the event located?
The event is hosted at Castle Farms; the operator lists the meeting location at 5052 M-66 N, Charlevoix, MI 49720.