3rd Thursday Music and a Sunset

08/21/2026

Tonight’s 3rd Thursday may be over, but we need to give a BIG shoutout to the people who bring the MUSIC! 🎶

These musicians give their time and talent to perform throughout Vermilion and help make 3rd Thursday Music, Flowers & A Sunset what it is. Tonight was another great evening of music throughout our community, and every one of these musicians deserves a shoutout!

🎶 The Girl Dads
🎶 Ken Tackett
🎶 Paul & Sandy Stotridge
🎶 Mike Hoopingarne
🎶 Deborah Wuitowicz
🎶 Rob Allen
🎶 Roadhouse
🎶 White Lace & Promises
🎶 Krista Adkins
🎶 Albert Branim
🎶 Mike Moore
🎶 Two Harps
🎶 Ball & Chain
🎶 Phamily Berzerker
🎶 Larry Klaiber & Friends
🎶 Michael, Rob & Sheila
🎶 Whisky Stills & Hash
🎶 Mentally Distracted
🎶 Derek Hall
🎶 Carlos Villa
🎶 Eerie Invaders
🎶 The Next Chapter CLE
🎶 Paul Franks
🎶 Project Mojo
🎶 Sandy & Friends
🎶 Daniel Ott
🎶 Larry Hawes & The Octopus
🎶 Brett Benesh

THANK YOU for sharing your talent with our community and filling Vermilion with music tonight! We appreciate every one of you and the time you give to make this event possible.

And if you hear someone you love at 3rd Thursday and are looking for live music for your own event, party or venue, hire these musicians! Reach out to the Vermilion Chamber of Commerce and we’ll be happy to help connect you with them. 🎶

08/18/2026

🎶 THIS THURSDAY NIGHT — DOWNTOWN VERMILION IS THE PLACE TO BE!

3rd Thursday: Music, Flowers & A Sunset returns August 20 from 6PM–sunset with 27 live music locations throughout downtown Vermilion!

Stroll from spot to spot, discover a new favorite musician, stop into our local businesses, grab dinner or a drink, and enjoy a summer evening along the lake and river. From patios and porches to parks, the Lighthouse and Main Street Beach, there’s music around every corner!

🎵 27 locations. Live music. One beautiful Vermilion summer night.

Check out the map and music line-up above and make your plans for Thursday!

3rd Thursday: Music, Flowers & A Sunset
Thursday, August 20 | 6PM–Sunset
Downtown Vermilion, Ohio
VermilionOhio.com

A huge thank you to our sponsors who help make 3rd Thursday possible!

J. D. Indoor Comfort, Inc.
Mesenburg Creative Catering
Smokin' Joe's at the Country Breeze Carryout
Ohio Lottery
Shores & Islands Ohio
Stein, Olsen & Stang, LLC
Garage Bar & Grill
Brewed Awakening Cafes

08/03/2026

🎶 August’s 3rd Thursday Music, Flowers & A Sunset 🌅

The Vermilion Chamber of Commerce invites everyone to downtown Vermilion for August’s 3rd Thursday: Music, Flowers & A Sunset on Thursday, August 20, from 6:00 p.m. until sunset.

Spend the evening enjoying live music throughout downtown, browsing unique shops, dining at your favorite local restaurants, and taking in another beautiful Lake Erie sunset. It’s the perfect way to enjoy a summer evening in Vermilion with family and friends.

The Vermilion Chamber of Commerce extends its sincere appreciation to the sponsors who make the 3rd Thursday Music series possible: Ohio Lottery, Stein, Olsen & Stang, LLC, Garage Bar & Grill, Smokin’ Joe’s at Country Breeze Carryout, Shores & Islands Ohio, Mesenburg Creative Catering, J.D. Indoor Comfort, Inc., and Friends of Music Sponsor Brewed Awakening Cafes.

A heartfelt thank you also goes out to the talented musicians who generously share their time and talent to fill downtown Vermilion with music each month. Your performances help create the welcoming atmosphere that makes these evenings so special.

Together, our sponsors and musicians help create memorable summer nights that bring our community together.

Musicians interested in future 3rd Thursday performances may contact [email protected] for consideration.

No vendor setup permitted.

Grab your friends, enjoy the music, shop, dine, and stay for another spectacular Vermilion sunset. We can’t wait to see you downtown!

07/19/2026

07/17/2026

07/16/2026

🎶 Third Thursday: Music, Flowers & A Sunset is ON!
Thursday, July 16 | Downtown Vermilion, Ohio | 6:00 PM

We understand the smoky conditions many are seeing today are the result of Canadian wildfire smoke moving into our area.

We have been in contact with our participating musicians, and each has been given the opportunity to decide what is best for them. Third Thursday is moving forward as planned.

Third Thursday is still scheduled as planned. As always, attending is a personal decision, and we encourage everyone to do what feels best for you and your family.

We look forward to welcoming everyone who joins us downtown this evening. If you decide to sit this one out, we completely understand and look forward to seeing you at our August Third Thursday!

07/16/2026

🍻 Support Those Who Support Our Community! 🎶🌅

When you enjoy 3rd Thursday Music, Flowers & a Sunset or Live at the Lighthouse, you’re enjoying events made possible by incredible local businesses like Garage Bar & Grill, a proud sponsor of both Chamber favorites. We encourage everyone to show them some love and support the businesses that invest in making Vermilion such a special place! ❤️

Tonight 3rd Thursday at Garage Bar & Grill
🍺 Happy Hour | 3–6 PM
🎸 Live Music by Next Chapter CLE | 6–9 PM
🌭 Hot Dog Specials
📍 5391 Liberty Ave., Vermilion

Then make plans to head back this Sunday, July 19, for an awesome afternoon!

🏈 Sunday Fun Day
⭐ Meet & Greet with Cleveland Browns punter Jamie Gillan | 12–2 PM
🎶 Live Music with The Doman’s | 4–7 PM
📍 Garage Bar & Grill, 5391 Liberty Ave.

Let’s show our appreciation by supporting the businesses that support our community. Grab your family and friends, enjoy great food, cold drinks, live music, and help thank Garage Bar & Grill for their continued commitment to the Vermilion Chamber and our community events! 🍻🎶❤️

07/15/2026

🎶 Sponsor Spotlight! 🎶

A special thank to Smokin' Joe's at the Country Breeze Carryout for sponsoring the Vermilion Chamber of Commerce's 2026 Summer Music Series, including 3rd Thursday Music, Flowers & a Sunset and Live at the Lighthouse!

We're also excited that Erica from Smokin’ Joe's at the Country Breeze Carryout will be joining our Chamber member partners at K96 WKFM and 95.3 WLKR this Wednesday to help promote this week's 3rd Thursday and Live at the Lighthouse summer music series.

We appreciate Smokin Joe's at the Country Breeze Carryout for investing in our community and helping make free live music possible all summer long.

Smokin’ Joe’s at the Country Breeze Carryout is located at 4303 State Rt 60 Vermilion, OH! Order online at smokinjoesvermilion.com

07/14/2026

🎶 Music, Flowers & A Sunset returns to Downtown Vermilion this Thursday, July 16! 🌸🌅

Spend your evening strolling through Historic Downtown Vermilion while enjoying 25 live music performances at businesses, parks, patios, and along the waterfront from 6:00 PM until sunset.

Shop our unique local businesses, enjoy great food and drinks, admire the beautiful flowers, and end the evening with one of Vermilion’s spectacular Lake Erie sunsets.

📍 Downtown Vermilion
🕕 Thursday, July 16 | 6:00 PM – Sunset
🎶 25 Live Music Locations
🌅 Free Community Event

Check out the music map to plan your evening and visit vermilionohio.com for more information.

The Vermilion Chamber of Commerce extends a heartfelt thank you to our incredible volunteer musicians for generously donating their time and talent to make this event so special. We also sincerely thank our sponsors, Ohio Lottery, Shores & Islands Ohio, J. D. Indoor Comfort, Inc. Stein, Olsen & Stang, LLC, Garage Bar & Grill, Smokin' Joe's at the Country Breeze Carryout, Mesenburg Creative Catering, and Brewed Awakening Cafes, for their continued support of this beloved community tradition.

07/04/2026

Happy 4th of July from the Vermilion Chamber of Commerce!

Today we celebrate 250 years of American history and the values that have shaped our nation. As we gather with family, friends, and neighbors, we also celebrate the communities that make this country so special.

Whether you’re enjoying the lake, attending a local event, or simply spending time with those you love, we wish you a safe, joyful, and memorable Independence Day.

Happy 250th Birthday, America! 🇺🇸