Events

Captain Fantastic - A Tribute to Elton John - February 25 & 26, 2026
2026-02-25 - 2026-02-26 | Zehnder’s of Frankenmuth, 730 S. Main Street, Frankenmuth, MI, 48734, United States
For many decades, Elton John has been one of the greatest entertainers and continues to astonish audiences all around the globe with his music and outstanding performances. Ron Foss’ Captain Fantastic Detroit is not only an amazing tribute to this great entertainer, he also bears a striking resemblance of Sir Elton John. His piano style and vocals will have you thinking you are part of the real concert event.
Ron started playing piano at age 7 and was constantly searching for a pop piano player. Then in the 70’s, the Yellow Brick Road album hit the airwaves and Ron was hooked. He bought the song book and learned most of Elton John’s songs at an early age and in time started to wear Elton John style glasses. Now at every tribute concert, Ron Foss has the awesome opportunity to pay homage to the man who inspired him to become the entertainer he is today.
Lunch Shows – February 25 & 26, 2026 at 12 noon – $63 per person
Dinner Show – February 25, 2026 at 6 pm – $70 per person
Cost includes meal, tax, tip and entertainment
Reservations required, book online below or call (989) 652-0450.

1981 THE CONCERT Simon & Garfunkel Tribute Show - March 17-20, 2026
2026-03-17 11:30 - 2026-03-20 14:30 (America/Detroit)
1981: THE CONCERT is a stunning recreation of Simon & Garfunkel’s Concert in Central Park. Simon & Garfunkel’s Concert in Central Park was one of the largest concerts in US history and remains one of the most beloved concerts of all time. Although it was attended by over 500,000 people, most of us didn’t have the opportunity to attend this iconic show. 1981: THE CONCERT recreates this awe inspiring concert with attention to every detail. This upbeat 90-minute show will take you back in time to Friday, September 19, 1981…that cool September night in New York City when Paul Simon and Art Garfunkel reunited for the concert of a lifetime.
Mrs. Robinson, Homeward Bound, Bridge Over Troubled Water, The Boxer, Scarborough Fair, The Sound of Silence…these are just a few of the featured songs that have made Simon & Garfunkel one of the most successful artists of all time. 1981: THE CONCERT pays homage to these 2 American music icons and stays true to the beauty of their timeless songs. Complete with a full 9-piece back-up band and horn section, the warm blending harmonies and crisp guitar work recreate the sound, look and feel of this legendary duo in their most famous performance ever.
Lunch Shows – 12 noon, $63 per person
Includes meal, tax, tip and entertainment.
Book online below or call (989) 652-0450 for more information.

Zehnder's Ragtime & Jazz Festival - April 15-16, 2026
2026-04-15 - 2026-04-16
Step back in time and indulge in the golden age of American music with our captivating Ragtime and Jazz Shows, served alongside a delicious lunch or dinner experience. Enjoy the upbeat sounds of ragtime piano, the soulful swing of early jazz, and the timeless charm of vintage classics performed live by talented world-renowned musicians.
Whether you’re savoring a midday escape or an evening out, our shows offer a lively, toe-tapping atmosphere perfect for music lovers.
Ragtime & Jazz Events for 2026 Include:
• Lunch Concert on Wednesday
• Lunch and Dinner Concerts on Thursday
Reservations required. Book online below or call (989) 652-0450 for more information.

Simply the Best - Tina Turner Tribute - April 28 & 29, 2026
2026-04-28 - 2026-04-29
A tribute to the Queen of Rock and Roll, Tina Turner, starring Karen Durrant and featuring two backup singer/dancers. Karen is without a doubt the best Tina Turner impersonator you will ever see. The hair, voice, makeup and dress exactly copy Tina in the Wildest Dream Tour by Versace. Many people are shocked by the attention to detail.
This well produced high energy review has been received with rave reviews by clients such as McDonalds, Indy 500 Australia, Motor City Remax Realty, Toronto Convention Centre, IBM, Zero, G.M., Special Olympics, Big Sisters, Scotia Bank, Royal Bank, Mary K. Cosmetics, Pfizer, Kraft Canada, and casinos throughout Canada and the United States.
Karen creates the unmistakable illusion that Tina has graced your stage. Simply the Best is a must see show!
Lunch Shows – 12 noon, $63 per person
Dinner Shows (April 28 only) – 6 pm, $70 per person
Includes meal, tax, tip and entertainment.
Book online below or call (989) 652-0450 for more information.

Kat Mandu - A Tribute to Bob Seger - May 7 & 8, 2026
2026-05-07 11:30 - 2026-05-08 14:30
The members of Kat Mandu – a Bob Seger Tribute Band have been singing, performing, and playing in sync as if they’d been together their entire musical careers. Throughout the course of the band’s union, they have won over the hearts of music lovers from all walks of life; performing at a variety of venues, making loads of public appearances.
Lunch Shows – May 7 & 8, 2026 at 12 noon – $63 per person
Dinner Show – May 7, 2026 at 6 pm – $70 per person
Includes meal, tax, tip and entertainment
Reservations required. Book online below or call (989) 652-0450 for reservations or for more information.

Shining Star - an Earth, Wind & Fire Tribute - May 20 & 21, 2026
2026-05-20 - 2026-05-21
Ten highly talented vocalists and musicians harmoniously join forces to present A TRIBUTE TO EARTH, WIND AND FIRE, a celebration of the five decade strong success, popularity and resilience of one of the most successful musical stories ever told……
This amazing recreation of Earth, Wind & Fire’s music and show is based on the 1970’s thru 1980’s, the peak time of Earth, Wind & Fire’s magical career, and the highly acclaimed live recordings of their concerts later released on DVD’s.
Shining Star’s show play list has been hailed as the definitive collection of Earth, Wind & Fire’s top charting hits, and includes best loved songs such as After The Love Is Gone, Sing A Song, September, the remake of the Beatles classic song Got To Get You Into My Life, from the movie Sgt. Peppers Lonely Heart Club Band and their name sake Shining Star, along with disco tracks, Boogie Wonderland, and Let’s Groove Tonight.
Earth, Wind & Fire has performed at countless award shows. They have also received 6 Grammy Awards and 4 American Music Awards. They have been inducted into both the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and the Vocal Group Hall of Fame. Rolling Stone Magazine has described them as “innovative, precise yet sensual, calculated yet galvanizing” and has also declared that the band “changed the sound of R&B pop.” In 1998, they were ranked at number 60 on VH1’s list of the 100 Greatest Artists of Rock N’ Roll.
Earth, Wind & Fire is known for the dynamic sound of their horn section and the interplay between the contrasting vocals of Philip Bailey’s falsetto and the late Maurice White’s tenor.
Shining Star ‘s live show consists of Lead Guitar, Bass Guitar, 2 Keyboardist, Percussionists, Drums, 3 Piece Horn Section & The exact vocal reproduction Maurice White and Philip Bailey.
Today, no party is complete without them & no night on the town can end without hearing at least one of their harmony-laden tracks.
Earth, Wind & Fire’s music is ‘timeless’, and fans around the world constantly crave the opportunity to hear their songs performed live. Shining Star now fills that void!
Lunch Shows – 12 noon, $63 per person
Dinner Shows – 6 pm, $70 per person
Includes meal, tax, tip and entertainment
Reservations required. Book online below or call (989) 652-0450.

Summer Lunch & Dinner Shows - Pure AM Gold - June 4 & 5, 2026
2026-06-04 - 2026-06-05
Join us June 4-5, 2026 for Zehnder’s Summer Shows featuring Pure AM Gold. Enjoy our famous Zehnder’s Chicken in the beautiful Main Dining Room. Then go back in time to the AM Radio Concert Experience!
Come enjoy this 8-piece horn band with impeccable vocals as they take you back to the GOLDEN age of the 60’s and 70’s AM radio with their fantastic song selections and remembrances of great days passed. Featuring hits by Burt Bacharach, The Mamas and the Papas, Tony Orlando and Dawn, Neil Diamond, The Monkees, Artists of the British Invasion and many others!
Lunch Shows – 12 noon, $63 per person
Dinner Show (June 4th only) – 6 pm, $70 per person
Includes meal, tax, tip and entertainment.
Reservations required, book online below or call (989) 652-0450 for more information.

Allentown - A Tribute to Billy Joel - June 25 & 26, 2026
2026-06-25 - 2026-06-26
Allentown can deliver an electrifying two-and-a-half-hour musical journey through Billy Joel’s career via his greatest hits, meticulously crafted by players who are true fans who live and breathe the music of this legendary Grammy Award-winning artist. Our comprehensive show captures the spirit, energy, and musical genius of Billy Joel’s most iconic songs. Since our debut in 2021, this dynamic 6-piece band has quickly established a reputation for musical excellence. The performances in our short time includes over 30 prestigious venues, ranging from renowned performing arts centers and major league theatres to vibrant annual outdoor festivals and high-end private engagements. Each performance is a living testament to this bands commitment to authenticity and note precision.
At the heart of Allentown is Canadian Mark Calcott, a powerhouse musical talent from Windsor, Ontario, Canada. With over 20 years of professional experience as a singing pianist, record producer, and music educator, Mark brings all the expertise any successful Billy Joel tribute band requires. A distinguished graduate of the University of Windsor’s School of Music, he studied under renowned musicians Dr. Joel Hastings and Dr. Gregory Butler. Mark’s professional background is complemented by a carefully selected ensemble of musicians from Michigan, Ohio, and Ontario, Canada, each bringing their own musical mastery to accurately recreate a Billy Joel concert his ardent fans hope for and deserve, most importantly.

Friends of Fleetwood - July 15-16, 2026
2026-07-15 - 2026-07-16
The Music of Fleetwood and Friends is a tribute to Fleetwood Mac and the extended musical legacy of its members. Featuring all the classic hits to some of the solo favorites and beyond, this brand brings the full Mac experience to life.
Lunch Shows – 12 noon, $63 per person
Dinner Show (July 15th only) – 6 pm, $70 per person
Includes meal, tax, tip and entertainment
Reservations required. Book online below or by calling (989) 652-0450.

Oldies Lunch & Dinner Shows - Elvis Lives - September 14-17, 2026
2026-09-14 - 2026-09-17
Bruno Nesci is no stranger to the Elvis Tribute Artist World. He’s graced the stages of the World for the last 22 years performing as Elvis Presley, touring across Canada, the USA, and even Italy and Australia.
Bruno is the only Canadian Elvis Tribute Artist to place in the TOP 10 in the Ultimate Elvis Contest in Memphis Tennessee and has accomplished this feat for 4 years in a row.
His awards include:
• 2013 Windsor Elvis festival Grand Champion
• 2015 Collingwood Elvis Festival Champion
• 2017 Tweed Elvis Festival Champion
• 2018 Penticton ON Elvis Festival Champion (BC)
• 2019 Tweed Elvis Festival 2nd time winning it twice
• 2019 ELVIS Ocean City Champion (ML)
• 2020 Pigeon Forge Champion (TN)
• Two-time Niagara Falls Elvis Festival People’s Choice Award Champion
Bruno Nesci also brings with his accolades as being the only Elvis Tribute Artist to perform with some International Stars such as, Al Martino, The Platters, The Four Lads, Ricci Martin and many other Italian singers from Italy.
To complete his resume of accomplishments, Bruno Nesci has performed with members of Elvis Presley’s actual band, including his backup singers, The Sweet Sensations, The Stamps Quartet, DJ Fontana, Elvis’ drummer, Eddy Graham, and associated with Elvis’ manager Joe Esposito and Gary Buck.
For those clients wishing to experience ELVIS PRESLEY like never before, Bruno Nesci will no doubt leave you confirming that ELVIS LIVES.
Lunch Shows – 12 noon, $63 per person
Dinner Shows (September 15 & 16 only) – 6 pm, $70 per person
Includes meal, tax, tip and entertainment
Book online below or call (989) 652-0450 for more information.

Legends of Country Music - October 5-8, 2026
2026-10-05 - 2026-10-08
When you hear the names Johnny Cash, Merle Haggard, Willie Nelson, Waylon Jennings, George Jones, Tammy Wynette, Dolly Parton and more, what comes to mind?
Only the BEST country music ever!
Come enjoy this classic Collection of tunes that will have you toe tapping, reminiscing and singing along!
Lunch Shows – 12 noon, $63 per person
Dinner Shows – 6 pm, $70 per person
Includes meal, tax, tip and entertainment
Reservations required. Book online below or call (989) 652-0450.

Holiday Lunch & Dinner Shows Featuring Three Men and a Tenor - December 1-3, 2026
2026-12-01 - 2026-12-03
Enjoy a great Zehnder’s holiday luncheon or dinner and then sit back for a fun-filled holiday show with lots of humor and some sentimental moments for all. Three Men and a Tenor has opened for national legends like Jay Leno, Chuck Berry and The Beach Boys and have had its own national PBS-TV special show across the country from LA to Nashville. This unique holiday show will appeal to all ages and leave you begging for more.
Lunch Shows – 12 noon, $63 per person
Dinner Shows (December 1 & 2 only) – 6 pm, $70 per person
Includes meal, tax, tip and entertainment.
Reservations required. Book online below or by calling (989) 652-0450.
