Red, White & Bluegrass
A Veterans Day Benefit Concert — “Celebrating Our Nation, Honoring Our Heroes”
Wednesday, November 11, 2026 · Jack Wilcox Theater, Plymouth, MI · Two Live Performances: 3:00 PM & 7:00 PM
Thank You — What a Night!
Red, White & Bluegrass was a hit. On Veterans Day LIVE at Jack Wilcox Theater for two shows, and people tuned in to watch the livestream from across the country. Together we honored the men and women who served, and had a great time doing it.
A huge thank you to Edgar Loudermilk and his band, Sandy Point Bluegrass Band, Lily Alattar for the national anthem, “America the Beautiful,” “God Bless America” and her songs with the band, and Quilts of Valor for the music and the honor; to everyone who filled the seats; and to everyone who watched live and has watched since.
Thank you to the Plymouth–Ann Arbor Elks Lodge #325 for hosting alongside us and standing with our veterans, and to Michigan Elks National Veterans Service. Thank you to our Elks volunteers who ensured everything was set up and stayed secure throughout the entire event. God bless you all.
Thank you to our sponsors and supporters: Paralyzed Veterans of America (Michigan Chapter), Veterans BRG (a UPS Business Resource Group), Veteran’s Disability Claims Assistance (VDCA), Everything Fraternal, Plymouth Rocks, Glover’s Heroes, Spark Nation and the City of Plymouth, plus our production partners FERAL Entertainment and Heroes Media Group.
Thank you to PARC, the Plymouth Arts & Recreation Complex, home of the Jack Wilcox Theater. A special thank you to Ryan Fisher, PARC’s Theater and Operations Coordinator, whose skill and ability made the day happen, and a huge thank you to all of the PARC staff for their labor.
A Message from Congressman Jack Bergman
Congressman Jack Bergman (Lt. Gen., USMC, Ret.) recorded a special thank-you to everyone who attended and to the Elks.
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Featuring Edgar Loudermilk, with special opening guest Sandy Point, plus a special presentation by Quilts of Valor. Proudly hosted alongside the Plymouth–Ann Arbor Elks Lodge #325 as part of America’s 250th year celebration.
Hear the Band
Edgar Loudermilk is a two-time, back-to-back SPBGMA “Bass Fiddle Performer of the Year” and the Pinecastle Records artist behind the Edgar Loudermilk Band. Go behind the scenes with the band at Red, White & Bluegrass in Plymouth.
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Sound Check From the Booth
On Stage at Sound Check
Special Guest: Sandy Point
Opening the show is Sandy Point, bringing their own bluegrass sound to the stage before Edgar Loudermilk takes over.
Sandy Point Sound Check
Behind the Scenes With Sandy Point
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Special Guest: Lily Alattar
Lily Alattar opened the evening with the national anthem, then lifted the room with “America the Beautiful” and “God Bless America.” She also joined Edgar Loudermilk and the band for several numbers, and her take on Dolly Parton’s “Jolene” was a highlight of the night. Thank you, Lily, for honoring our veterans with your voice.
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Keep the Mission Going: Give
The concert is over, but the work for our veterans continues. Your gift helps bring the next Red, White & Bluegrass to the stage and supports Spark Nation’s veteran continuum of care, which connects veterans to the help they need.
Giving Levels
| Level | Gift |
|---|---|
| Presenter | $5,000 |
| Partner | $2,500 |
| Patron | $1,000 |
| Champion | $500 |
| Advocate | $250 |
Any amount helps. Give online in a few clicks, or reach out below to sponsor at a level for our next event.
Sponsorships, Donations & Giving
Sponsor our next event. Thank you to every sponsor who made Red, White & Bluegrass possible. The same levels carry forward to our next event.
Sponsorship Opportunities
Media: download the full press folio (PDF), which includes the press release, poster, VIP Press Party invite, Watch Party promo, and sponsorship levels.
Sponsor the concert, give, contribute as an organization, offer in-kind goods or services, or volunteer. Choose your type of support below and we will follow up with you directly.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does the livestream work?
After purchasing a Livestream Pass, a private streaming link and viewing instructions will be emailed to you before the event, giving you access to both the 3:00 PM and 7:00 PM performances.
Does Spark Nation receive proceeds from this event?
Yes. A percentage of proceeds from ticket sales, livestream passes, and contributions supports Spark Nation’s veteran continuum of care mission.
Special Thank You
Special thank you to Sam Stephenson for his camera work at Red, White & Bluegrass. The Curious Content Creator can be found at: Instagram · YouTube · TikTok · Facebook · LinkedIn
