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Get To Know The 2026 Eaux Claires Writers In Residence

poets, illustrators, playwrights and more will present collaborative sessions at the arts and music festival in neighboring Chippewa Valley Museum spaces, July 24-25

The Eaux Claires music festival narrator and best-selling author from the Chippewa Valley, Michael Perry, shared this excerpt earlier this month. He invites locals and travelers alike into a serene scene in the historic Carson Park of Eau Claire, where the festival’s “Writers In Residence” will come together. Just down the road from where the baseball stadium and football fields will be transformed into a two-day arts and music festival from July 24-25, another creative venture will permeate...

Hoofbeat Festival Announces Return Of Rascal Flatts For 2027 Lineup

Rascal Flatts to join Parker McCollum as headliner acts for next year's weekend-long music fest, slated for June 24-26

The 2027 iteration of Hoofbeat will act as more of a “homecoming” for the legendary Rascal Flatts, as the trio returns to headline next summer’s festivities from June 24-26 at the Cadott festival grounds. Next summer, the premier country music celebration in the Chippewa Valley will commemorate its landmark “40 Years Wild” anniversary, an occasion that pays homage to...

Check Out What's New At Summer Jam 2026

this weekend from June 19-20 at the Eau Claire Event District, ticket holders can access local happy hour specials, IV hydration, new VIP giveaways and more

Got your tickets yet? Whether you're grabbing two-day passes or leveling up to VIP, there’s still time to join in the fun at Summer Jam from June 19-20 at the Eau Claire Event District. Now in its second year, Summer Jam continues to establish itself as one of the region’s celebrated summer...

PREVIEW: Outdoor Concerts In The Chippewa Valley

Summer means music in the park. Here's a look at what to expect this year.

While Volume One will, of course, continue to update the big 'ol events calendar (online and in print) throughout the summer, here's a look at what to expect for outdoor concert series' in the area. There are always other live music events and one-off shows – every week! – so take a look at the calendar for those ...

The 2026 Chippewa Valley Music Festival Season Guide

from new tunes to nostalgia-evoking returns, here's the rundown on this season's music fests

This year's Chippewa Valley music festival lineup has it all: Rock and metal, country and feel-good tunes, bluegrass and Americana, Christian music and more ...

It's Not Summer Until You're In A Jam

bonfires and bands with your best friends – what more do you need?

For over 30 years, Country Jam has marked the heart of Summer, and with the second year of Summer Jam falling on the Summer Solstice, it’s only fitting that summer can’t start without a Jam to kick it off. When Jam finally hits, Eau Claire turns the Chippewa Valley into a hub of campers, coolers, headliners, and laughter. Each festival has its own personality, its own music – but this year is different. This year, we’re celebrating 250 years of America ...

Justin Vernon Will Perform As ‘Bon Dylan’ In 2026 Eaux Claires Fest

enveloped by local backdrops familiar to us Chippewa Vallians, the festival co-founder reveals new rehearsal tracks and reflections on ‘what I wanted to have been’

On a cold February night that saw the official lineup announcement for the 2026 Eaux Claires Festival, one lucky attendee – while trying to score a winning pull tab – won a prize that included an unfamiliar artist: Bon Dylan. Who is Bon Dylan, locals and the superfans of Reddit have continued to ask for months. Well, as of today, the Eaux Claires co-founder has unveiled this and more...

Local Legends Take The (Side) Stage During 2026 Ashley For The Arts

Bryce Hedtke, Pullstring, The Dweebs and more familiar faces will perform during annual Arcadia festival this Aug. 6-8

Ashley For the Arts has unveiled its complete lineup for the 2026 summer festival from August 6-8 in Arcadia (551Memorial Park Dr.). In-between headlining acts Lanie Gardner, Jon Pardi and Keith Urban, several local acts from the Valley will also perform on the side stage during the event weekend. This month, festival organizers shared the two dozen-plus artists from around Wisconsin and the Midwest who will perform across Ashley For the Arts’ three side stages...

Country Jam & Summer Jam Announce Free Tickets For Veterans, Drone Shows & Donations

Eau Claire music festivals partner to support local veterans memorials, initiatives

With this July marking the nation’s 250th, area music festivals Country Jam and Summer Jam are rolling out a number of celebratory features and tributes – including donations in support of local veterans and initiatives. Both Country Jam (July 16-18) and Summer Jam (June 19-20) are offering retired and active-duty veteran one free ticket each ...

Lil Yachty, Phil Cook, Gash, Dijon Revealed in 2026 Eaux Claires Lineup

a collection of a dozen-plus international and local artist ensembles revealed at the Feb. 11 festival lineup announcement party

After an eight year hiatus, the Eaux Claires festival – with the help of Justin Vernon and friends – have officially announced the starting lineup for the Eaux Claires Festival, all surrounding a core premise: “more something, for more everyone.” The lineup was initially announced to locals last night at...