Chesterfield Reels in the Fun with Fishing Tournaments and Family Activities

The Bassmaster Elite Series Tournament is back in Macomb County and will take place August 7-10, 2025, at Brandenburg Park in Lake St. Clair. According to Bassmaster Magazine, the 2025 rankings show Lake St. Clair ranked in the top 10 of best bass lakes in the U.S. 

Over 100 anglers were chosen and invited to compete in the elite series and there will be live coverage of the event on Bassmaster.com and Fox Sports platforms. Families can watch the event and join in on all of the fun activities at Cheers to Chesterfield. 

We spoke with Michele Vannerson, Director of Parks and Recreation for Chesterfield Township, about all of the family-friendly activities that will take place at the event, what’s new this year and the excitement of the Bassmaster Elite Fishing Tournament.

“This is the second year the Bassmaster Elite Series is returning to Chesterfield Township and the third year of the Cheers to Chesterfield festival,” says Vannerson. “The event continues to grow in popularity as we fine-tune it each year based on community feedback and suggestions. We’re excited for another great event on the beautiful shore of Lake St. Clair.”

The event features live musical performances, food trucks and fireworks — making it a family event that you don’t want to miss. 

“This year, live music performances are all new from The Gobies, Interstate 90’s and Joey B,” says Vannerson. “Additional features in the kids’ area include character visits and a full field of bubble play. Kids’ eating contests are a new addition this year, happening at 5 p.m. each day.” 

The Bassmaster Elite Tournament’s new sponsor, Yokohama, will bring a new feature station with interactive displays. Other kids’ activities include a craft tent, bounce houses, a petting farm, face painting, character meet-and-greets, musical performances, live animal experiences from Raising Reptiles and more.  

Quick details about Cheers to Chesterfield:

• Address: 50050 Jefferson Ave., New Baltimore
• Cost: Free admission; fees for food and merchandise

Family tips for the Cheers to Chesterfield at Brandenburg Park:

• The event features the Bassmaster Elite Tournament, live music, tons of kids’ activities, food trucks and more.
• Food trucks will be available to purchase from, but you’re free to bring your own food and non-alcoholic beverages. Alcoholic beverages will be available for those 21+ to purchase at the event.
• The splash pad is open until 8 p.m. each day. No beach access or swimming will be allowed.
• Families are encouraged to bring chairs and blankets for Friday’s fireworks show.
• At the end of the fishing days, anglers will return for a broadcasted weigh-in from 3-5 p.m. each day. The winners will be announced for each day. The finale will take place on Sunday at 3 p.m., when the winner for the event will be announced.

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