Summer Jam
Friday, July 3, 2026 | 4:30 - 10:00 PM
Event Info
Massanutten Resort is proud to present to you Summer Jam 2026! The event will feature live music, kids' activities, beer & wine, food trucks, plus one of the largest fireworks show in the area around 10 pm!
Tickets
Advance | Through July 2nd | $11.79
At the Gate | $20
Children 6 & Under | Free
Band Line Up
Mo-Grass | 8:30 - 10:00 PM
Born in North Carolina and fueled by deep grooves and front-porch fire, Mo-Grass is a brand-new collaboration that feels instantly classic. Two beloved NC-based bands—Big Daddy Love and The Deluge—have joined forces with some of the state’s finest soul musicians to create a project that boldly reimagines the Motown songbook through a bluegrass lens.
At its core, Mo-Grass is about joy, feel, and connection. The band takes timeless soul hits and dresses them in banjo rolls, tight vocal harmonies, and funky, danceable rhythms. It’s Motown with a twang, bluegrass with a deep heartbeat, and your favorite soul music that never forgets where it came from. The result is a sound that’s both deeply familiar and thrillingly unexpected.
Mo-Grass draws from a legendary catalog, covering artists like Stevie Wonder, The Temptations, Otis Redding, The Isley Brothers, Sam Cooke, Marvin Gaye, The Box Tops, Dusty Springfield, Bill Withers, and Jackie Wilson, among many others. Each song is treated with reverence and creativity—honoring the originals while carving out something entirely new.
The buzz is already real. Mo-Grass has been officially confirmed for major 2026 festival appearances, including MerleFest, Bristol Rhythm & Roots Reunion, and FloydFest—a strong signal that this project has struck a chord across genres and generations.
Don’t miss Mo-Grass as it makes waves across the southeastern music scene—bridging soul and string music with heart, groove, and undeniable Southern spirit.
The Caleb Stine Band | 6:15 - 7:45 PM
Caleb Stine is a singer, guitarist, songwriter, and visual artist. His songs seek to uncover the mysteries of our shared humanity that live just below the surface of everyday experiences. His music has drawn comparisons to Townes Van Zandt and Willie Nelson, but Caleb’s songs are uniquely his own. Flying just below the mainstream radar, Stine has self-released a dozen albums, opened shows for artists like Jason Isbell, Bombino, and Sam Bush, acted Off-Broadway, and drawn story-boards for John Waters, while dynamically keeping the live shows rolling for fifteen years, ‘Stine’s upfront personality seeking to make a personal connection with everyone in the venue’ (Americana UK) Catch a Caleb Stine performance and you’ll leave inspired.
SJ McDonald | 4:30 - 5:30 PM
SJ McDonald is a rising country artist from the rolling hills of Rockbridge Baths, Virginia, where she grew up working on her family farm and shaping a sound that blends grit, heart, and 90s-country nostalgia with modern storytelling. A first-place winner in American Songwriter’s Traditional Country category and the NASCAR Nashville Superspeedway Headlining Artist, she’s been featured in Billboard’s “Must Hear New Country Songs” and is steadily winning over fans nationwide.
A true farmer’s daughter, SJ cut her teeth on stages across the Southeast from a young age, fronting bands for years and playing over 75 shows annually. Her breakout single “Honky Tonk Pie” captures the grind of chasing a dream as a woman in country music, drawing from her years singing for tips on Nashville’s Lower Broadway. Whether in an intimate acoustic set or a full-band high-energy show, she delivers performances that leave a lasting impression.
She’s currently on tour with Emily Ann Roberts, John Anderson, and Cooper Alan, with her debut EP “Sweet At First” produced by Andy Sheridan released in December 2025, and new music released January 2026 with her punchy & fun single “You Say Vegas”. SJ McDonald is carving her own lane in contemporary country — bringing authentic stories, blue-collar charm, and a bold new energy to a new generation of listeners.
Sponsored By
Food Vendors
Base Camp, Bayou Kitchen, Chaddie’s, Hot Box Food Co., K’s Grill, Just Fries, Scotty’s Italian Ice, Sippin’ Shack, Ramble Juice, Waffle Cabin, Vova’s Kettle Corn, Blue Ridge Popcorn Co., and Nothing Bundt Cakes.
Kids Activities
Featuring tie dye, axe throwing, yard games including Big Jenga, Big Connect 4, cornhole, and more!
More Info
Parking: Free parking is available in the ski area parking lots, these spots will fill up fast, please carpool if able. Parking along the roadways is not permitted. ADA Parking is available in the Learning Center parking lot.
Seating Policy: Chairs are permitted but not in front of the stage.
Permitted Items
- Single-seat lawn chairs no higher than 9” from the ground, without attachments
- Small blankets or beach towels
- One sealed water bottle per person
Prohibited Items
- Weapons (e.g., guns, knives, pepper spray)
- Explosives/Fireworks
- Marijuana or illegal drugs
- Pets
- Outside food and beverages (Exception: a one-gallon sized clear bag of food is permitted for medical conditions)
- Unauthorized professional audio/video equipment
- Glass containers
- Umbrellas
- Tents or sunshades
- Large blankets or tarps
- Selfie sticks, laser pointers, drones
- Sporting equipment (e.g., balls, frisbees, skateboards)
- Coolers
- Bullhorns/noisemakers
- Hula hoops
Venue Policies
Drug & Alcohol Policy
- Must be 21+ with a valid ID to purchase alcohol
- Massanutten Resort has a zero-tolerance policy. All local and state laws are strictly enforced
- Alcohol ticket sales end 30 minutes prior to the end of the event, last pour is 15 minutes prior to the end of the event.
Code of Conduct
- Intoxication or impairment resulting in irresponsible behavior
- Failure to follow instructions from venue staff or comply with venue policies
- Fighting, taunting, or threatening others
- Interfering with the event or entering restricted areas
- Harassment, lewd behavior, or nudity
- Unauthorized recording or selling of tickets/merchandise
- Obstructing the view of other patrons
Restrooms
- Portable restrooms with handwashing stations are available on-site
- Trash and recycling bins are available throughout the festival grounds. Please do your part to keep Massanutten Resort a Green Community.
Refund Policy
- All Sales Final: No exchanges or refunds
In the event of a cancellation with no rescheduled date, refunds will be automatically issued to the original payment method.
By purchasing a ticket, you agree to this policy. Please confirm event details before purchase
General Event Questions: specialevents@massresort.com
Address: 4616 Massanutten Drive, McGaheysville, VA 22840
At this festival, we will be taking photos or video to be used in Massanutten Resort marketing and advertising materials. Please let the photographer know if you do not wish to be photographed/filmed.