Pirates In Paradise

Just got word that our gig at the Loading Dock tomorrow night has been canceled due to the extreme heat forecasted. 🥵

We’ll be back at the Loading Dock on 9/27 and expect the weather to be a whole lot more comfortable! Have a great Labor Day weekend!

There’s no shortage of things to do in Grafton this weekend! Come on out and catch our show at the Loading Dock on Saturday night from 5-8. Hope to see you there!

Labor Day Weekend is officially taking over Grafton! We’ve got a little heat wave rolling in, but don't worry...the drinks are cold, the breeze off the water is perfection, and the town is going to be absolute magic all weekend long.

Plus, our local spots know how to party: tons of our businesses are staying open straight through Monday so you don't have to pack up early. Check out the lineup of local Grafton events this Labor Day weekend.

📆TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 1ST
Taco Tuesday: All Day | 3rd Chute Bar & Grill
Steve & Jackie: 5 PM - 9 PM | Grafton Pub

📆THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 3RD
Fried CHX Dinner: 4 PM - ? | 3rd Chute Bar & Grill
Thursday Cellar Club: 6 PM - 7 PM | Boarding House Bistro Grafton
Scott & Liz: 7 PM - 9 PM | Grafton's Music in the Park

📆FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 4TH
Ribeye Steak Dinner: 4 PM - ? | 3rd Chute Bar & Grill
Scott & Liz: 5 PM - 8 PM | The Loading Dock Bar & Grill
Brad Alan Band: 7 PM - 11 PM | Grafton Pub
Karaoke & Live DJ: 7 PM - 11 PM | 3rd Chute Bar & Grill
Beat Drop Bros: 7 PM - 10 PM | The Bloody Bucket Saloon

📆SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 5TH
Grand Opening: 8 AM - 11 AM | Carey’s Confection Co.
Case 44: 2 PM - 6 PM | Grafton Pub
Pirates In Paradise: 5 PM - 8 PM | The Loading Dock Bar & Grill
Karaoke & Live DJ: 7 PM - 11 PM | 3rd Chute Bar & Grill
Michael Marciano: 7 PM - 11 PM | Southern Coastal Cuisine
Cash Goetten & The RR: 7 PM - 11 PM | Grafton Pub
Matt Taul: 7 PM - 10 PM | The Bloody Bucket Saloon
Ruebel Karaoke: 8 PM - Close | Abigail's Tap Room

📆SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 6TH
John Huber: 1 PM - 4 PM | The Bloody Bucket Saloon
RHB Acoustic: 2 PM - 6 PM | Grafton Pub
EDGE OF TOWN : 3 PM - 6 PM | The Loading Dock Bar & Grill
Porch Cafe Band : 6:30 PM - 10:30 PM | Grafton Pub
Toxic Johnny: 7 PM - 10 PM | Southern Coastal Cuisine

📆LABOR DAY MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 7TH
EXIT 52: 2 PM - 6 PM | Grafton Pub
Homestyle Monday: 4 PM - ? | 3rd Chute Bar & Grill

☕ BREAKFAST OPTIONS
Sunshine Grind: Sat 7 AM - 11 AM / Sun 8 AM - 11 AM
Abigail's Tap Room: Sat & Sun 7 AM - 1 PM
Lighthouse Coffee: Fri - Sun 7 AM - 4 PM
Aerie's Resort & Winery: Thurs - Sun 7:30 AM - 10:30 AM
Amoco Station: 7 Days a Week 4:30 AM - 10 AM (While supplies last!)
🍕 LATE NIGHT EATS
Abigail's Tap Room: Full Menu 'til Close
3rd Chute Bar & Grill: Pizza & Shrimp Cocktail 'til close

⛴️ GRAFTON FERRY HOURS
Mon - Thurs: 5 AM - 9 PM
Fri & Sat: 5 AM - 10 P
Sun: 8 AM - 9 PM

🎡 OPEN ATTRACTIONS
Grafton Museum / (Visitors Center): 10 AM - 4 PM
Aerie's Adventures (SkyTour, SkyCoaster, UTVs): 10 AM - 4 PM
Pere Marquette Stables: Horseback Riding (Call ahead!)
Pere Marquette State Park: Hiking & Sightseeing Dawn - Dusk
For full details, visit graftonillinois.com! See you on the river! 🍻🎶


*Some event data pulled from public listings. All schedules subject to change. See venue websites for updates/most accurate info. NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR SCHEDULE CHANGES

Here's our updated schedule for our remaining outdoor dates at The Loading Dock Bar & Grill for 2026.

We had a full house last Sunday at the The Loading Dock Bar & Grill in Grafton! The weather was outstanding and we want to thank everyone who came out to spend the day with us at this awesome venue! Our next show at the The Loading Dock Bar & Grill will be on Labor Day weekend, Saturday, Sept. 5th from 5-8 PM. Hope to see you there!

Here's a list of our remaining gigs at the The Loading Dock Bar & Grill for this season. Hope to see you at one of the shows!

Another pic from our show yesterday!

Thanks to Dave, Haley and the rest of the gang at Pirates of the Mississippi for having us out to play music yesterday! We had a great time and survived the heat thanks to your awesome canopy, ample fans and the nice breeze off the water. We look forward to our next time out!