Performers
Performers
Hot Pastrami!
5PM Friday
Roger That
7PM Friday
Ray's Jolly Chaps
11PM Friday
The Swongos
4PM Saturday
Bruce Humphries & The Rockabilly Rebels
6PM Saturday
Mozzy Dee
9PM Saturday
Shanda and The Howlers
11PM Saturday
Schedule
FRIDAY // SEPTEMBER 8, 2023
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SHOW/RETRO MARKET/SWAP OPEN NOON
Gates open to public. Day-of-show vehicle registration begins.
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Hot Pastrami! 5 PM
Hot Pastrami! is a 50's/60's inspired Go-Go Dance Band, featuring Surf, Soul and Rock n Roll!
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Retro Market/Swap Closes 7 PM
Retro Market and swap vendors close for the day. Shopping will resume at 9am on Saturday.
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Roger That 7 PM
Roger That is a rock and roll band, based in the Chicago area, that performs a danceable mix of California Surf, British Invasion, American Rockabilly and Garage Rock.
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The Rockin' Hops 9 PM
The Rockin’ Hops are an uptempo 3 piece band blending musical elements of rockabilly, punk, and roots rock n’ roll. Their first album, Fermented, was released in July 2023.
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Ring of Fire! 10 PM
This crowd favorite is not to be missed! The Ring of Fire is old-school flame throwing on steroids.
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Polynesian Polka Pool Party with Ray's Jolly Chaps 11 PM
There won't be any water, because September in Wisconsin is BRR...but that doesn't mean you can't don your finest tiki and polka to the oompah in our 32' "pool". So stick a hibiscus in your Tyrolean and prepare to roll out the floatie. It's a Mayhem mash up!
SATURDAY // SEPTEMBER 9, 2023
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SHOW/RETRO MARKET/SWAP OPEN 9 AM
Gates open to public. Day-of-show vehicle registration begins.
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Valve Cover Races 10 AM
Pinewood derby for gearheads. Open to all ages. Build and bring your own valve cover car.
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Vintage Bicycle Relay Race NOON
Two-person team bicycle relay race. Followed by motorized-bicycle hot laps. Must wear helmet to participate.
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Mayhem Midway Games 12-4 PM
Old-school, cheeky carnival games to benefit our chosen charity family.
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Miss Mayhem Pageant 1-3 PM
Hosted by The Katfish Kittens. 20 women, 3 rounds, 1 crown.
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Lil Miss & Mister Contest 2 PM
Open to children ages 3-8 years old.
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Burn Outs 3 PM
Go til they blow! Bring a set of spare tires and burn some rubber. Open to all registered show vehicles.
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The Swongos 4 PM
The Swongos are a three piece instrumental Surf Band from the St. Croix River Valley on the Minnesota/Wisconsin border.
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Club Picks Awards Presentation 5 PM
Car, motorcycle and/or social clubs present their awards for their favorite car/bike of the festival. Mayhem volunteers are recognized and the charity family is honored. It's a love fest.
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Bruce Humphries & The Rockabilly Rebels 6 PM
Original Milwaukee Rockabilly. Bruce has opened for major acts like the Brian Setzer Orchestra, Hasil Adkins, Hank Thompson, Rosie Flores, and more.
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Bicycle Parade 7 PM
Gather in front of the swine building for a group photo and quick cruise of the grounds.
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Spark Plug Challenge 8 PM
Head to head race to test your wrenching skills.
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Mozzy Dee 9 PM
Mozzy Dee is a rockabilly and rock & soul singer out of Albuquerque, NM by way of El Paso, Texas. Nominated for Rockabilly Female of the Year for the 2023 Ameripolitan Awards, Mozzy Dee is one powerhouse of a voice you will love!
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Ring of Fire! 10 PM
This crowd favorite is not to be missed! The Ring of Fire is old-school flame throwing on steroids.
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Shanda and The Howlers 11 PM
Shanda & the Howlers are a rhythm & blues revivalist band out of Las Vegas, NV. The group of five musicians solidified their line up in early 2015 and began writing songs immediately. They have played on bills with such legendary acts as Squirrel Nut Zippers, Reverend Horton Heat, Save Ferris, The Blasters, and Wanda Jackson. They have performed at numerous festivals throughout the Southwest, including the massive Viva Las Vegas Rockabilly Weekend in Las Vegas, NV.
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Burlesque Bingo! Midnight
This is not your grandmother's bingo. Bingo with benefits, bingo with boobs, however you describe it, you don't want to miss it!
Sippin' Pinups Workshop
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FRIDAY 7-8:30PM
September 8, 2023 in the New Youth Activity Center
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SIPPIN PIN UPS
Join the Pinup's Studio at Mississippi Mayhem on Friday September 8th as we present another workshop with some of our favorite ladies of the Pinup scene. Sip a beverage or two while you take in some tips, tricks, and discuss current topics in the community. Fanny Freckles will be pouring champagne.
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PRESENTERS
Workshop planning is in the works! Content to be announced soon.
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REGISTER HERE!
Registation date TBA.
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REGISTRATION Donation requested
All proceeds from the Sippin' Pinups Workshop go to designated 2023 charity family to be announced.
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Games Racing Burn Outs Car Cruise Bike Parade Pin Up Pageant Lil Miss & Mister Contest Spark Plug Challenge Flamethrowing Club Pic Awards Tattoo Parlor Barber & Beauty Stylist
Activities
Mississippi Mayhem is not a spectator sport. We encourage you to become part of the Mayhem! Some activities require registration prior to the festival, others you can register for at the show. Check registration page for details.
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