The Marshfield community came together Saturday, July 5, for the 14th Annual ReunionFest—an evening filled with music, memories, reunions, and hometown pride at the Marshfield Community Center (Old School Campus).
With gates opening at 5:00 p.m., attendees brought lawn chairs, coolers, and festive spirits as they gathered to enjoy a full lineup of live music, food trucks, alumni celebrations, and a fireworks finale. Admission was \$20, with adults of all ages welcomed to the annual event that has become a hallmark of the local summer season.
The music lineup showcased local talent with strong Marshfield roots. The evening kicked off with a performance by The JETZ, a band composed of Marshfield High School students and alumni. They were followed by crowd favorites Papa Green Shoes, featuring Marshfield native Jody “Tall Guy” Cottengim. Closing out the concert was Heather White and the Lil White Liars, which includes Marshfield’s own Tom Robinson—known for his long history in Springfield’s music scene.
At 6:45 p.m., a special tribute honored Marshfield’s Outstanding Alumni, with this year’s recognition including legendary astronomer Edwin Hubble. Organizers noted the honor was long overdue, and Hubble’s story and image were featured during the presentation.
“Edwin Hubble may not have graduated here, but he is unquestionably one of Marshfield’s most distinguished historical figures,” said event organizer Lyndall Fraker. “It was time to give him a place among Marshfield’s finest.”
Several Marshfield High School classes used the event as a formal reunion, including the Class of 1975 (celebrating 50 years), Class of 1980 (45 years), Class of 1985 (40 years), and Class of 1990 (35 years). Dozens of other alumni groups gathered informally throughout the venue, rekindling old friendships and sharing stories of years past.
New additions for this year’s event included open skating in the school gym—available to the public for the first time—and Retro Zone Arcade, which drew a steady stream of nostalgic visitors.
Four food trucks provided a variety of dinner and dessert options, while Marshfield Project Graduation sold its ever-popular cherry limeades to raise funds for the 2025 senior class.
The evening ended with a vibrant fireworks display at 10:30 p.m., capping off another successful year of community celebration.
Fraker expressed gratitude to the many volunteers who help make the event possible each year, including longtime treasurer Julie Lamb.
“Julie’s help is invaluable,” Fraker said. “It takes a team to pull something like this off, and we’re fortunate to have a community that steps up every year.”
With strong attendance and positive feedback, plans are already underway for the 15th Annual ReunionFest in 2026—promising to be an even bigger celebration of Marshfield’s past, present, and future.
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