The Third Annual Americana Music Festival and Summerfest Sales event will return to downtown Brighton on Friday and Saturday.

The event, sponsored by the Greater Brighton Area Chamber of Commerce, is a collaborative event that draws thousands of visitors with the sounds of bluegrass and country music while showcasing local businesses during with sidewalk sales.

The festival will run 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. both Friday and Saturday, with sidewalk sales beginning in the morning and music performances beginning at 7 p.m. in the municipal parking lot near City Hall. The adult beverage tent will also be located in the municipal parking lot.

There is a $5 charge for adults 21 and up to enter the concert area; individuals 20 and younger get in free but must leave at 9 p.m.

Main Street will be closed and food will be provided by downtown restaurants. There will also be childrens activities such as a rock climbing wall, face paiting and pony rides.

Americana Entertainment Schedule:

Friday:

Saturday:

For more information on the Americana Music Festival and Summerfest Sales, visit the Chamber of Commerce online at brightoncoc.org.