🏈 Gridiron Royalty is Coming to Eastbay Lodge!
Returning for Year Two with an All-New Lineup of Green Bay Legends!
Saturday, August 29, 2026
An All-Day Celebration Benefiting the Gilbert Brown Foundation
When football season starts getting close, there’s just something different in Wisconsin.
The excitement.
The traditions.
The stories.
The legends.
On Saturday, August 29, that excitement comes to the shores of Lake Holcombe as Eastbay Lodge welcomes one of the biggest football celebrations of the summer.
This isn’t simply a player appearance.
It’s an entire day of live music, competition, great food, fundraising, and unforgettable moments—all while supporting the incredible work of the Gilbert Brown Foundation.
After an incredible inaugural event in 2025, Gridiron Royalty returns to Lake Holcombe for its second year—bigger, better, and quickly becoming one of Eastbay Lodge’s signature annual traditions. With an all-new lineup of Green Bay legends, returning guests will experience an entirely fresh event while first-time visitors will discover why this has become one of the Northwoods’ most anticipated late-summer celebrations.
Throughout the day you’ll enjoy live entertainment, a cornhole tournament, public meet & greets, photos, autographs, memorabilia raffles, a live auction, incredible food and drinks, and an unforgettable evening concert with GUNDO.
For the complete event schedule, player information, cornhole registration, and everything happening throughout the day, visit:
👉 https://www.eastbayholcombe.com/grid-iron-legends/
🏈 Scheduled Green Bay Legends
(All Scheduled to Appear)
⭐ Gilbert Brown
Super Bowl Champion, fan favorite, and founder of the Gilbert Brown Foundation. Known as “The Gravedigger,” Gilbert has become one of Wisconsin’s most beloved football personalities and continues to make a tremendous impact through his charitable foundation.
⭐ Antonio Freeman
One of the most recognizable wide receivers in Green Bay history, Antonio made some of the most iconic catches in franchise history and was instrumental in multiple championship seasons.
⭐ Dorsey Levens
A Super Bowl Champion running back remembered for his toughness, versatility, and clutch performances. Dorsey remains one of the most respected players of his era.
⭐ Santana Dotson
A dominant defensive lineman and Super Bowl Champion whose relentless play helped anchor one of football’s most memorable championship defenses.
Player appearances are scheduled but subject to change.
🎵 LIVE MUSIC ALL DAY
Jack Willems & Grant McLain
2:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Based out of Eau Claire, Jack Willems has become one of western Wisconsin’s fastest-rising country artists. Teaming up with Grant McLain, they’ll kick off the afternoon with an energetic mix of country favorites, rock classics, and crowd-pleasing hits that are perfect for a day on the lake.
Then…
GUNDO
7:00 PM – Close
When the legends wrap up their appearances, the party is just getting started.
Northern Wisconsin favorite GUNDO takes the stage to close out Gridiron Royalty with one of the region’s most anticipated live performances. Known for his gritty country sound, authentic originals, powerhouse vocals, and high-energy shows, GUNDO has become a true Northwoods legend in his own right. Whether you’ve followed him for years or it’s your first show, expect an unforgettable night to cap off an incredible day.
🌽 Gridiron Cornhole Tournament
Tournament Begins at 2:00 PM
• 20 Team Double Elimination
• Race to 21
• Single Game Until Championship Rounds
• Best 2 of 3 Championship Rounds
• $20 Per Team
• Cash Payouts for 1st, 2nd & 3rd
• Hole-in-One Challenge
Think you’ve got what it takes?
Register your team today through the event webpage before all spots are filled.
👉 https://www.eastbayholcombe.com/grid-iron-legends/
📸 Meet the Legends
Approximate Arrival: 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM
✔ Public Meet & Greet
✔ Photos
✔ Autographs
✔ Merchandise Raffles
✔ Live Memorabilia Auction Hosted by Gilbert Brown
Spend time with each legend, hear their stories, take photos, collect autographs, and be part of one of the most unique football experiences you’ll find anywhere in Wisconsin.
❤️ Help Us Beat Last Year’s Impact
During our very first Gridiron Royalty event in 2025, this incredible community came together to raise an amazing $35,991 for the Gilbert Brown Foundation.
That generosity made a real difference for the families the Foundation serves.
This year, we’re setting the bar even higher.
Beginning August 3, raffle tickets will be available for purchase exclusively at Eastbay Lodge.
Every raffle ticket purchased helps support the Gilbert Brown Foundation while giving you the chance to win incredible prizes throughout the month.
Prizes include:
🏈 Autographed football memorabilia
🎟 Hard-to-find tickets to some of the biggest games of the season
🎁 One-of-a-kind collectibles and exclusive football experiences
We’ll be revealing raffle prizes throughout August, so be sure to stop by Eastbay Lodge often and follow along on social media. Whether you’re attending the event or simply want to support an outstanding cause, every raffle ticket purchased helps us make an even greater impact.
🍔 Food • Drinks • Football Legends • Live Music • Lakeside Fun
Whether you’re coming for the football legends…
The live music…
The cornhole tournament…
The raffles…
Or simply an unforgettable Saturday on the shores of Lake Holcombe…
Gridiron Royalty is quickly becoming one of Eastbay Lodge’s signature annual traditions, and we can’t wait to welcome you for Year Two.
Click “Interested” or “Going” to receive event updates as we announce raffle prizes, memorabilia, special guests, reminders, and everything leading up to August 29.
For the complete schedule, cornhole registration, player information, frequently asked questions, and all event updates, visit:
👉 https://www.eastbayholcombe.com/grid-iron-legends/
We’ll see you on Saturday, August 29, as Eastbay Lodge welcomes another unforgettable day of football, community, live music, and giving back—all in support of the Gilbert Brown Foundation.
