Event
Schedule

Friday July 17

EffingHAM-JAM is turning up the volume on Friday, July 17!

Join us downtown for a full day of BBQ, live music, food trucks, HAM City JAM, Touch a Truck, a kids’ foam party, bubbles, and more, all presented by Koerner Distributor, Inc.

We’re excited to welcome country music rising star Ashland Craft as this year’s headlining act! Known for her blue-collar country sound, powerful vocals, and high-energy performances, Ashland brings a mix of honky-tonk grit and modern country attitude to the EffingHAM-JAM stage.

đŸ”„ Think you’ve got the best BBQ? Sign up for the Hometown Throwdown and compete for trophies, cash prizes, and the Grand Champion title!

Mark your calendar and get ready to go Whole Hog at EffingHAM-JAM!

Net proceeds support the Effingham County Chamber Scholarship Program!
Vendors

HamJam Vendors

Savory

  • Blaze & Glaze Pizza Co. | woodfired pizzas & dirty drinks
  • Gate to Plate | burgers, hot dogs, brats, walking tacos & fries
  • Head of the Table BBQ | pulled pork, pork ribs, smoked mac 'n cheese & smoked baked beans
  • MAC Daddy | mac & cheese, grilled cheese baked potatoes, bbq nachos & bbq sandwiches
  • Poe'd Smoked BBQ | chicken bacon ranch sandwich, smoked chicken sandwich, pulled pork sandwich, Mac stack, smoked hot ham & cheese sandwich, cole slaw & potato salad
  • The Saucy Dudes | saucy dawg & pulled pork nachos

Sweet

  • Charlie's Chocolate Bananas | chocolate covered bananas with toppings
  • The Fair Lady | state fair mini donuts & fresh all-fruit shake-ups
  • The Green Creamery | ice cream, flavored tea, lemonade, RedBull & Lotus
  • Izy's Shiver Shack | shaved ice & waffles on a stick
  • Krazy Sweet Treats | snow cones, slushees, flavored sodas & boba
  • Toppins | soft serve cones, sundaes, milkshakes, mix’ns, floats, snow cones, shake-ups & cherry limeade

Beverages and More

  • Bodyworx Massage | 10-15 minutes mini massages
  • HSHS St. Anthony's Memorial Hospital | FREE bottled water
  • The Great Yarn Dragon | crocheted, handmade & published items
  • The JAY Effect | seasoning blends
  • The Lemonade Stand | lemon shakeups, limeades & tea
  • Light of the World Fragrant Candles LLC | scented candles & wax melts

are you interested in becoming a vendor at HAM-JAM?

apply now

Entertainment Schedule

Raffle!
until 7:30PM

Raffle!

(Online & HAM-JAM Info Booth)

Don't miss your chance to win one...or maybe all four!

For just $10 per ticket, you'll be entered for a chance to win one of four themed John Boos & Co. gift baskets:

đŸ”Ș Board & Knives Basket (Value: $75)
🐖 Pig Lover Basket (Value: $100)
🍰 Baking Basket (Value: $350)
đŸ”„ BBQ Basket (Value: $600)

Only 200 tickets will be sold, and the winners will be drawn on Friday, July 17 at 8pm.

Tickets available online (link below), in person at the Chamber Office (903 N Keller Dr, Effingham), or onsite at HAM-JAM.

Remember....proceeds benefit the Effingham County Chamber Scholarship Program, so be sure to buy a couple!

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Kids Area, sponsored by Taylor Law Offices
5:00 - 8:00PM

Kids Area, sponsored by Taylor Law Offices

(Washington Ave between 4th & 5th St.)

Get ready for the ultimate foam-filled fun! A giant foam cannon will blast piles of cool, fluffy, non-toxic foam, creating the perfect play zone for kids (and fun-loving adults)! Dance, jump, and splash your way through this high-energy adventure because who doesn’t love a foam party?! Remember to bring towels (and maybe a change of clothes)!

But that’s just the beginning! The FREE Kids Area at EffingHAM-JAM also features bubbles and a chance to explore our Touch-A-Truck area of big rigs, emergency vehicles, construction equipment, and more. Be sure to stop by the StangARTs face painting station to add some extra color to the fun. Plus, kids can pick up a Grunloh Building hard hat while supplies last! It’s a HAM-JAM-packed evening of smiles, squeals, and summer memories in the making.

Touch-A-Truck:
Air Evac Lifeteam
Bobcat of Effingham
City of Effingham Fire
City of Effingham Police
Eco-Trim 217
EquipmentShare
Heartland Towing
LeeAnn's Light "Pinky"
Rumpke Trash & Recycling
Toters, Inc.

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HAM CITY JAM Demo
5:00 - 8:00PM

HAM CITY JAM Demo

(Washington Ave between 3rd & 4th St)

Skaters from across the Midwest will be showing off their moves during a LIVE demo of Ham City Jam on Friday night—giving the crowd a taste of what’s to come! Watch as they warm up, practice tricks, and hype up the weekend with high-energy action right in the heart of downtown.

Then on Saturday, July 18, it all goes down at the Effingham Skate Park (Hendelmeyer Park) for the Ham City Jam—a local skate competition featuring some of the most talented riders around. Organized by Effingham’s own Deano Tull, this event promises a full day of epic skating, community vibes, and serious skill.

contact Deano Tull at
217-994-3719 or at
DCREDBULL@HOTMAIL.COM

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Hometown Throwdown
5:00PM until all tastings are sold out

Hometown Throwdown

(Jefferson Ave between 3rd & 4th St.)

The EffingHAM-JAM Hometown Throwdown invites amateur pit masters from all over the area to show off their skills and compete for prizes in several different BBQ categories. Blind judging by local community reps, Hometown Throwdown sponsors, and KCBS professional judges.

*no refunds will be given for unused tasting tickets

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Food Trucks, Vendors, & Beer Tent
5:00 - 10:00PM

Food Trucks, Vendors, & Beer Tent

(4th St & Jefferson Ave)

Food and beverages will be provided by several local and state-wide vendors.

Visitors will be able to move around the event area with the beverages purchased at the Koerner Distributor, Inc. Beer Tent.

Live Music
5:00 - 10:00PM

Live Music

(4th Street City Parking Lot)

5-6p | Coffinscum (Courthouse Pavilion)
5-6p | Family Tradition featuring Danny Shelton, Gary Parmenter & Jon Fopay (main stage)
6:30-7:30p | The Troubadours (main stage)
8-10:30p | Ashland Craft (main stage)

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