Civil War Muster

The Cascades Civil War Muster is the longest running, largest Civil War Muster and re-enactment in the entire Midwest, possibly second largest in the nation. The Muster involves more than 1,500 re-enactors and more than 30,000 guests. The Muster came to Jackson in September 1984. Brought to Jackson by Jim Guerriero, it was originally held in Mason. Last year, photo journalists came to the event from as far away as Washington DC.

The Muster features re-enactments of Civil War battles; the battles featured vary from year to year. Other features include an authentic battle encampment, calvary and medical demonstrations, a military ball, arts & crafts show and a bluegrass music festival.

Interested? Learn more at CivilWarMuster.org Enjoy both battles and stay at one of Jackson's Premier Hotels.

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Cascades Park

(517) 788-4320
Website 1400 S. Brown St.
Jackson, MI 49203

Cascades Park The best known attraction of this 457 acre park is The Cascades, a man-made, illuminated waterfall with musical accompaniment enjoyed by all since 1932. Some prefer to watch the dancing lights and... » More Information

Hours

2013 The Cascades Schedule

The Cascades will be open for a light show from 8:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m. on these dates:

May 24 thru May 27
May 31, June 1 & 2
Nightly from June 7 thru Sept. 2
Sept. 6, 7, 13 and 14

All dates are weather permitting.

Park Features

Flower Garden
Fountain
Benches
Picnic Tables
Picnic Shelter
Grills
Playground Equipment
Basketball Courts
Baseball/ Softball Fields
Walking-Biking-Cross Country Skiing Trails
Golf Course & Golf Learning Center
Winter Sledding
Fishing Site
Modern Restrooms
Portable Toilets

The best known attraction of this 457 acre park is The Cascades, a man-made, illuminated waterfall with musical accompaniment enjoyed by all since 1932. Some prefer to watch the dancing lights and listen to the beautiful music from comfortable seats, while the more energetic climb to the top of the 500 foot hill alongside the six giant fountains while dodging the spraying water. The falls are illuminated every night in season, 8:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m. with an admission charge. Children 10 years and under are free with paid adult. Call for special group rates.

The park, also known as the Sparks Foundation County Park, features the Cascades 18-hole Championship Golf Course and Cascades Short Course and driving range. Other features include outdoor basketball court, baseball and softball fields, a very popular walking path, playground area, and a picnic shelter. The Cascades Park is also the home of many special events such as the Midwest's Largest Cascades Civil War Muster, and spectacular fireworks show every year. Don't forget to stop by the Cascades Ice Cream Co, featuring "Frozen Dome Malts", opened March through September.

2013 Admission Rates for The Cascades
Senior $3.00 per person
Regular $4.00 per person
Family Nights $7.00 per family
Fireworks $6.00 per person
Children 10 and under always free with paying adult.

Group Rates for 12 or more people at $3 per person, with one person paying for entire group.
(Please call ahead – Mon thru Fri @ 517-768-2901)

2013 Season Passes
Includes Family Nights and Fireworks
Single (1) $40.00
Double (2) $60.00
Family (Limit 8) $90.00

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