September 2025
THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSOR
More than 200 shows a year. Jubilant fans who follow him from Minnesota to Mexico. More than 100,000 albums sold. A new release “Believe” and a state-of-the-art nightclub named after one of his songs -- all without the support of a major record label…
GB Leighton, a band named after one of the regions’ most incendiary live performers and consistently solid songwriters, Brian Leighton. Through almost three decades and fourteen albums, Leighton and his band have been tearing up rock clubs, festivals and even a few fan’s living rooms with a slew of songs that connect with the heart and couples singing along out on the dance floor. “A man of the people” is a phrase usually reserved for statesmen and politicians, but for Leighton, it’s a fitting description when you see him in action working a crowd.
Where have we seen this phenomena before? Springsteen in Asbury Park before he lit out for New York and the wider world; Mellencamp back in those anonymous Indiana bars; Leighton delivers that same inescapable rock ‘n’ roll spirit night after night. “If I hadn’t heard a bunch of Bruce’s bootlegs or seen the videos I’d be a much different musician,” he says today. “He’s always been a great songwriter and performer, like a preacher almost who commands an audience. That’s the place I’m coming from. But at the end of the day, I’m just a common guy, a working class kid from a Twin Cities suburb who loves to put on a good show and hopefully write some good songs in between.”
Leighton made his national country debut with “Get Up”, his eleventh album. For Leighton, who was also honored by Billboard.com as a Top 10 Country Artist to Watch as well. Leighton’s music has clearly left a lasting impression in the Midwest as fans have inked themselves with his lyrics.
“This is the only thing I ever wanted to do. I don’t see stopping or changing it up no matter where it takes me and the band.”
KNOW BEFORE YOU GO
Doors @6:00pm. GB Leighton @7:00pm.
- You DO NOT need to bring a chair. Seating will be pre-set.
- The concert is general admission.
- Rain or shine (venue is covered for weather)
- Beer/seltzer options available
- Designated smoking areas
- FREE PARKING
Venue: Miner Family Pavilion
located on the north end of the Yanmar Arena: 1401 NW 3rd Ave, Grand Rapids, MN 55744
There are no refunds or exchanges. If you are unable to use your tickets, they may be returned to the Box Office in exchange for a charitable donation receipt. If an event is cancelled due to weather, ticket fees paid will be reimbursed. Performances will not be cancelled as long as performers are on site and ready to perform.
While exchanges are not allowed between different events, in the instance of a multi-day set for the same event (for example, our 3-day Nutcracker performance) a patron can exchange tickets to a different day by paying a $5.00 per order exchange fee.
There is no outside food or beverage allowed inside the venue. We will have concession stands open with options for your indulgence.
Prohibited items include those which could be used as a weapon, unlawful substances, bottles or cans, helium balloons, laser pens, umbrellas, backpacks, knapsacks, luggage, coolers, parcels, briefcases, tablets and like articles. Please note that guests with prohibited articles will be turned away at the entrance. Event staff reserves the right to confiscate items within the arena that may cause a danger or disruption to the event or to other guests.
The Reif strongly recommends that tickets be purchased only from The Reif (in person, over the phone or at www.TheReif.org). The Reif is not responsible for the validity of tickets, or prices paid, for items purchased through third party sources such as eBay, Craigslist, ticket brokers or others. The Reif reserves the right to reject tickets purchased from third party sources which are determined, in The Reif’s sole opinion, to have been altered, duplicated or counterfeited. The Reif also reserves the right to cancel any ticket which, in The Reif’s sole opinion, was purchased with the intent of reselling the ticket at a price higher than what The Reif charges. The Reif reserves the right to cancel any voucher (including tickets issued as the result of redeeming a voucher) if it is determined, in The Reif’s sole opinion, that the voucher was resold. The Reif will not refund any monies paid to third party brokers or for any tickets not purchased directly from The Reif.
Purchase TicketsJune 2026
After his groundbreaking win on Last Comic Standing in 2006, Josh Blue has risen through the ranks to become a well-established headliner at venues throughout the world. In 2018, Josh crushed his set on The Tonight Show starring Jimmy Fallon. In the same year, he was honored with a performance at the William H. Macy Gala at the prestigious Just for Laughs Comedy Festival in Montreal, Canada. He wrapped up 2018 by recording his fifth hour special, Broccoli, at his home club, Comedy Works in Denver, CO. In 2021, following his 3rd place finish on NBC’s America’s Got Talent, Josh Blue hit the road with his As NOT Seen on TV Tour. Josh does over 200 shows a year, continuing to spread laughter and break down stereotypes of people with disabilities. His stand-up routine is in a constant state of evolution and his off-the-cuff improvisational skills guarantee that no two shows are alike.
This performance may contain mature themes.
KNOW BEFORE YOU GO
Doors @6:00pm. Event @7:00pm.
- You DO NOT need to bring a chair. Seating will be pre-set.
- Rain or shine (venue is covered for weather)
- Beer/seltzer options available
- Designated smoking areas
- FREE PARKING
Venue: Miner Family Pavilion
located on the north end of the Yanmar Arena: 1401 NW 3rd Ave, Grand Rapids, MN 55744
There are no refunds or exchanges. If you are unable to use your tickets, they may be returned to the Box Office in exchange for a charitable donation receipt. If an event is cancelled due to weather, ticket fees paid will be reimbursed. Performances will not be cancelled as long as performers are on site and ready to perform.
While exchanges are not allowed between different events, in the instance of a multi-day set for the same event (for example, our 3-day Nutcracker performance) a patron can exchange tickets to a different day by paying a $5.00 per order exchange fee.
There is no outside food or beverage allowed inside the venue. We will have concession stands open with options for your indulgence.
Prohibited items include those which could be used as a weapon, unlawful substances, bottles or cans, helium balloons, laser pens, umbrellas, backpacks, knapsacks, luggage, coolers, parcels, briefcases, tablets and like articles. Please note that guests with prohibited articles will be turned away at the entrance. Event staff reserves the right to confiscate items within the arena that may cause a danger or disruption to the event or to other guests.
The Reif strongly recommends that tickets be purchased only from The Reif (in person, over the phone or at www.TheReif.org). The Reif is not responsible for the validity of tickets, or prices paid, for items purchased through third party sources such as eBay, Craigslist, ticket brokers or others. The Reif reserves the right to reject tickets purchased from third party sources which are determined, in The Reif’s sole opinion, to have been altered, duplicated or counterfeited. The Reif also reserves the right to cancel any ticket which, in The Reif’s sole opinion, was purchased with the intent of reselling the ticket at a price higher than what The Reif charges. The Reif reserves the right to cancel any voucher (including tickets issued as the result of redeeming a voucher) if it is determined, in The Reif’s sole opinion, that the voucher was resold. The Reif will not refund any monies paid to third party brokers or for any tickets not purchased directly from The Reif.