Emberlight Festival

Friday, Aug 22, 2025 at 10:00am

Theater North
825 N Lake St
906-285-7101

Range Art Annual Show and Art Market -  Free

Seven Decades of Presenting Our Community’s Artists

Celebrate 71 years of artistic excellence at the 2025 Range Art Show & Market, presented in partnership with the Emberlight Festival.  This three-day event, held in Ironwood, Michigan’s historic Memorial Building, showcases artists from across our region — from emerging student artists to acclaimed professionals. The show runs from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday, August 21-23, 2025.​
Attendees can vote on artworks across multiple categories, with prizes awarded to the winners. The event also features an art market where visitors can purchase works and crafts directly from the artists.​
The Memorial Building, completed in 1923, stands as a testament to community spirit and history. Constructed as a living memorial to local war veterans, it houses a 1,500-seat auditorium, a pool, a gymnasium, and 47 stained glass windows, including depictions of the Battle of Argonne. The building was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1980. ​

For more information, visit RangeArt.org

Time: 10am – 4pm

Location: Memorial Building

EIFF: Night Four - 7:00pm

Films and further screening info will be announced in July 2025

The Emberlight International Film Festival (EIFF) is one of the most dynamic and fast-growing film festivals in the country, bringing exceptional feature and short films from across the globe to Ironwood, Michigan, from August 15–22, 2025. With a highly competitive selection process — only about 4% of submissions are chosen each year — EIFF curates an unforgettable lineup of bold storytelling, compelling performances, and visionary filmmaking.

Since 2021, EIFF has received thousands of submissions from over 80 countries across six continents, drawing a dedicated audience of film lovers and industry professionals alike. Attendance has soared year after year, proving that something special is happening in the Upper Peninsula — and word is spreading fast.

Filmmakers from the U.S., Europe, Mexico, and beyond have joined us to experience Emberlight’s signature blend of world-class art and small-town charm. The festival culminates in our award presentation on August 22, where we celebrate excellence in filmmaking with over $3,000 in cash prizes.

Screenings take place at The Ember Club, an intimate setting where artists and audiences connect in ways that larger festivals can’t offer. Whether you’re a filmmaker, a cinephile, or just someone who loves a great story, EIFF 2025 is your invitation to experience the power of independent filmmaking like never before.

Location: THE EMBER CLUB at Theatre North

$20 Regular Seats

FREE Student Tickets

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