(MyBayCity file photo Labadie Pig Gig 2007)

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Labadie Pig Gig Tickets Go On Sale Friday, June 27, 2008

Half Price Tickets Available through July 29, 2008

June 26, 2008
By: Julie McCallum, Entertainment Editor

The 2008 Labadie Pig Gig, presented by State Farm, is set to kick off July 31st through August 3rd in Veteran's Memorial Park in Bay City.

Covenant Health Care and Meijer, co-sponsors of the event have joined with Labadie & State Farm and other local sponsors to help keep the ticket price low for residents to be able to enjoy this great weekend where the ribs are as hot as the music!

HALF PRICE Tickets will go on sale Friday, June 27, 2008 at 9:00 A.M.

Advanced tickets are available through July 29 at 5:00 PM for only $5.00. (Daily) Admission at the gate will still only be $10.00. Weekend passes are only $18.00!

Wendy Dore, event organizer, said, "We realize in this day of high gas prices that family budgets could be getting tighter, thats why we are offering half price tickets and kids 12 and under can get in for FREE!" "What a great way to keep your kids happy for the weekend!" Dore added.

Tickets will be on sale at both Labadie locations, 711 South Euclid Avenue and 909 N.Euclid Avenue and at participating State Farm agencies and also online at http://www.labadieauto.com Reserved concert seats may also be purchased online!

The entertainment line-up at Labadie Pig Gig Rib-Fest presented by State Farm Labadie, Concert Stage is as follows:

Thursday, July 31, 2008
"Hotel California" - Eagles Tribute
Hits Include: "Hotel California" , "Life in the Fast Lane", "Desperado" and hit after hit!

Friday, August 1, 2008
Rock Legend - Eddie Money
Hits Include: "Two Tickets To Paradise", "Take Me Home Tonight", "Shakin", "Baby Hold On", "I Wanna Go Back" and on & on

Saturday, August 2, 2008
Country Star - Steve Holy
Hits Include: "Brand New Girlfriend", "Good Morning Beautiful", "Come On Rain", Plus More!

Sunday, August 3, 2008
Oldies Favorites - The Grass Roots
*Hits Include:* "Midnight Confessions", "Temptation Eyes", "Sooner of Later", "Let's Live For Today"* For complete list of events schedule log on to http://www.piggig.com