Johnny Russler and the Beach Bum Band

The sun might be going down, but the party is just reaching high tide! To cap off our 3rd Annual Buffet Blast, we are bringing in the ultimate “Trop-Rock” powerhouse: Johnny Russler & The Beach Bum Band.

If you’re a Parrothead, this is the main event you’ve been waiting for. Johnny Russler and his crew have shared the stage with Jimmy Buffett himself, helping open Cheeseburger in Paradise locations across the country. They don’t just play the music; they live the lifestyle. Expect a high-energy “concoction” of Caribbean rock, reggae, and calypso, featuring blaring horns, steel pans, and all the Buffett anthems that make you want to “search for your lost shaker of salt.” From the salt-air vibes of “A Pirate Looks at 40” to the rowdy energy of “Fins,” they are the gold standard for island entertainment.

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Buffet Blast Grand Finale

• The Main Event: Johnny Russler takes the stage at 7:00 PM to close out a full day of tropical celebration following our afternoon set with Identity Crisis.
• Admission: Free! It’s our way of saying thank you for another incredible summer in the Wood.
• Seating: This is one of our biggest nights of the year. Bring your lawn chairs, your grass skirts, and your lei, but arrive early—the lawn will be a sea of Hawaiian shirts!
• Food & Drink: The blenders will be working overtime! We’ll have specialty margaritas, boat drinks, and island-inspired Wood-fired specials available all night.
• Policy Reminder: To keep the island vibes flowing and admission free, please remember: no outside food or beverages are permitted on the property.

It’s been a long summer, and there’s no better way to celebrate the Labor Day weekend than with a cheeseburger, a cold drink, and the best beach party in the Midwest. We’ll see you in the Wood!