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Steel Bridge Songfest

Steel Bridge Creative National and Regional songwriters team up and write together, a new experience for most musicians.
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Steel Bridge Songfest is an annual volunteer community event produced by the Steel Bridge Creative Foundation (previously CfOB) and is the only songwriter festival of its kind in the world. Preceded by a 4-day songwriting marathon, the celebration is designed to promote community awareness, enrich the local economy, and to champion historic preservation through the use of artistic expression and e

xperience. We also raise awareness through CD compilations of original songs written and inspired by the bridge, and through volunteer public performances.

*** CONSTRUCTION ZONE & CD PROJECT ***
The Construction Zone is an intensive, collaborative week-long songwriting marathon for professional and aspiring songwriters, to create songs inspired by our local surroundings, particularly our historic Steel Bridge. The collaborative process allows the individual artist to expand techniques, network with other artists, and offers a learning experience of all aspects of the creative process including recording and engineering. The marathon culminates in public performances of the fresh new works. The Artists donate the recorded music to the SBCF effort and a compilation CD is created (ie; Steel Bridge Songs). The recording process also engages national technicians in working with aspiring regional recording engineers and sound technicians for a hands-on learning experience.

08/01/2026

TONIGHT in the TAMBO!!

07/29/2026

UPCOMING EVENTS at the TAMBOURINE LOUNGE:
8/1 Sat - Stas Venglevski
8/5 Wed - Tambo Sideshow w/pat mAcdonald
8/23 Sun - Eric Hagen Band with Special Guest Matthew Douglas Simpson

Also, EVERY Thursday is Writer's Night :)

07/10/2026

We want to extend our gratitude to everyone who contributed to make Steel Bridge Day 2026 so memorable! It was filled with fun, friends, sun and original music! We're so grateful for the community of supporters that make this event possible.

We're looking forward to SBD 2027 on June 12, but until then, please visit our page to stay updated on other events and keep continuing to support live music!

THANK YOU! THANK YOU! THANK YOU!

06/14/2026

TONIGHT is the premiere screening of 2017 pat mAcdonald Concert film!!

DCA presents the premiere of a concert film featuring pat mAcdonald, his songs, and a host of other artists—a film that was originally shot at DCA, back in 2017. That year, 46 artists gathered to present 37 songs by mAcdonald, the prolific songwriter’s songwriter who has been nominated for a Grammy, written a Billboard hit song, founded Steel Bridge Songfest, and lives right here in Door County. In the filmed concert, musicians including James Hall, Eric McFadden, Genevieve Heyward, Cathy Grier, Ruby James, Dirty Deuce, and dozens more take the stage for an electric evening of friendship, homage, and rock and roll.

Get your tickets TODAY! https://www.dcauditorium.org/tickets/premiere-screening-of-2017-pat-macdonald-concert-film

06/13/2026

Today’s the day. ⚡️
Welcome to Steel Bridge Day 2026 🌉🎶

Start your morning at the Farmers Market, then spend the day with us in Martin Park for free live music, local vendors, food, art, drinks, and community. Then join us for tonight’s special ticketed performances at MUSE.

☀️ Farmers Market in the morning
🎵 Free Martin Park programming all day
🎟 Evening performances at MUSE are ticketed
📍 Downtown Sturgeon Bay
🗓 Saturday, June 13

Come celebrate the music, the artists, and the spirit of this incredible community with us. Let’s make it a day to remember.

06/11/2026

🎤 SONGWRITER SPOTLIGHT: Geri X 🎶

A longtime part of the Steel Bridge Day community, Geri X returns with the singular sound and fearless artistry that have made her an unforgettable presence in independent music.

Born in Bulgaria and classically trained in piano, guitar, and voice, Geri blends a wide range of influences into music that is entirely her own. Mysterious, emotional, and impossible to pin down to one genre, her performances are powerful reminders of the creative spirit at the heart of Steel Bridge Day. 🌉✨

Catch Geri X at Steel Bridge Day 2026 on Saturday, June 13th in Sturgeon Bay.

🎟️ MUSE evening tickets are still available, and they guarantee your spot indoors if weather moves performances inside. https://steelbridgecreativefoundation.org/event/6563360/761909757/steel-bridge-day-2026-at-muse-sturgeon-bay

06/10/2026

🎤 SONGWRITER SPOTLIGHT: Eric McFadden 🎶

A longtime member of the Steel Bridge Day community, Eric McFadden returns with his blazing mix of high desert blues, gritty flamenco infused rock, and fearless guitar work.

Hailing from New Mexico, Eric has toured with legends including George Clinton, Eric Burdon, Anders Osborne, and Tab Benoit. He has even earned the nickname “Lightning” from Joe Strummer himself. With a sound channeling the spirit of Jimi Hendrix, Django Reinhardt, and Jack White, Eric’s performances are wild, soulful, and impossible to forget. 🌉✨

Catch Eric McFadden at Steel Bridge Day 2026 on Saturday, June 13th in Sturgeon Bay.

🎟️ MUSE evening tickets are still available, and they guarantee your spot indoors if weather moves performances inside. https://steelbridgecreativefoundation.org/event/6563360/761909757/steel-bridge-day-2026-at-muse-sturgeon-bay

06/09/2026

🎤 SONGWRITER SPOTLIGHT: Andrea Wittgens 🎶

NYC-based alt-pop artist Andrea Wittgens brings dynamic performances, cinematic songwriting, and darkly poetic lyricism to Steel Bridge Day 2026.

Known for blending moody synths, infectious hooks, and hypnotic vocals, Andrea’s music draws comparisons to Kate Bush and St. Vincent while carving out a sound entirely her own. A longtime member of the Steel Bridge Songfest community, she has spent years collaborating with fellow songwriters while also touring extensively across the US and Canada. 🌉✨

Catch Andrea Wittgens at Steel Bridge Day 2026 on Saturday, June 13th in Sturgeon Bay.

🎟️ MUSE evening tickets are still available, and they guarantee your spot indoors if weather moves performances inside. https://steelbridgecreativefoundation.org/event/6563360/761909757/steel-bridge-day-2026-at-muse-sturgeon-bay

06/08/2026

🎤 SONGWRITER SPOTLIGHT: pat mAcdonald 🎶

A founding force behind the Steel Bridge songwriting community, pat mAcdonald returns with the fearless creativity, collaborative spirit, and legendary songwriting that helped shape the heart of Steel Bridge Day itself.

Best known as one half of Timbuk3, Pat has spent decades building musical communities and bringing artists together through the Holiday Music Motel songwriting sessions in Sturgeon Bay. His performances blend folk, rock, storytelling, spontaneity, and the kind of musical chemistry that makes every set feel unforgettable. 🌉✨

Catch pat mAcdonald at Steel Bridge Day 2026 on Saturday, June 13th in Sturgeon Bay.

🎟️ MUSE evening tickets are still available, and they guarantee your spot indoors if weather moves performances inside. https://steelbridgecreativefoundation.org/event/6563360/761909757/steel-bridge-day-2026-at-muse-sturgeon-bay

06/07/2026

We are ONE WEEK (Sunday, June 14th) away from the premiere screening of 2017 pat mAcdonald Concert film!!

DCA presents the premiere of a concert film featuring pat mAcdonald, his songs, and a host of other artists—a film that was originally shot at DCA, back in 2017. That year, 46 artists gathered to present 37 songs by mAcdonald, the prolific songwriter’s songwriter who has been nominated for a Grammy, written a Billboard hit song, founded Steel Bridge Songfest, and lives right here in Door County. In the filmed concert, musicians including James Hall, Eric McFadden, Genevieve Heyward, Cathy Grier, Ruby James, Dirty Deuce, and dozens more take the stage for an electric evening of friendship, homage, and rock and roll.

Get your tickets TODAY! https://www.dcauditorium.org/tickets/premiere-screening-of-2017-pat-macdonald-concert-film

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