Blue Ox Music Festival - June 16, 2026

Know Before You Go!

Gate Hours + Tickets + Wednesday Passes & More!

JUNE 25-27,2026 | EAU CLAIRE, WI

Know Before You Go!

It’s hard to believe this will be the 12th year the Blue Ox community has gathered, united by a shared love of music, the outdoors, and each other. As a family-owned, independent venue, your presence and support genuinely humble us. We have worked tirelessly all year to ensure your stay at The Pines is comfortable, refreshing, and unforgettable.

Tickets:

Prior to Arrival at the Gate: Make sure your tickets are at the ready. Our staff will need to scan the QR Code / Barcode on each ticket.

*Tip: Take a clear screenshot of each ticket with the QR code / Barcode in view on your phone so that you can easily bring this up for scanning from your image gallery.'

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PRINT AT HOME DELIVERY: Your email will have a PDF attachment which you can either print off or download to your phone.

MOBILE DELIVERY: Your email order will contain your tickets within it.

WILL CALL TICKETS: All guest list tickets are on will-call at the Fields Gate Ticket Booth.

*If your name is a on a list, this is where you would go to claim your wristbands. Make sure to bring your ID to check-in.

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How to find your Tickets: Do a search for AFTON TICKETS in your inbox. If you haven’t received your mobile ticket(s) then please check your email account’s Spam or Junk Folder.

*You can also access your order/tickets by logging into your Afton Ticket Account HERE.

*If you are unable to locate your tickets, please stop at the will call booth. We can do a search for your name in our system and can manually check you in here.

Location & Gate Hours:

Set your navigation to ‘Pines Music Park – Fields Gate’ for arrival

VENUE ACCESS: Everyone entering the campground gates (main festival gates) MUST have a Blue Ox 2026 admission ticket. Kids 13 and under are free.

*NO DOGS/PETS ALLOWED in the campground or festival bowl. No matter the size, please DO NOT bring your pet.

VIEW THE PINES VENUE SITE MAP

Fields Gate

Thursday: 7:00 AM - Midnight
Friday: 9:00 AM - Midnight
Saturday: 10:00 AM - Midnight

Check-in here if you are:

Tent or Car Camping in ANY Unreserved Area
Reserved Fields
Reserved Prairie Tent/Car
Reserved Prairie RV
Reserved Prairie Electric
Pre-Set Tent Camping
Camping Cabin
Day Parking

Pines Gate

Thursday: 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Friday: 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Saturday: Closed*

*All traffic will be diverted to the Fields Gate for entry on Saturday

Check-in here if you are:

Reserved Electric
Reserved Pines
Reserved Family

*If you do NOT have one of the above reserved campsite tickets, you must use the Fields Gate for access.

Wednesday Arrivals!

Wednesday Check-in: Open ONLY to those with a Wednesday
Night Camping Ticket or Reserved Campsite!

View Wednesday Check-in Hours & Learn More HERE!

*No overnight parking or lining up on Crescent Ave to enter the campground (main festival gates) early. After the Pines gate closes, all traffic will be diverted to the Fields Gate for entry.

Know Before You Go Info!

Visit our website HERE for all arrival information including the following:

Ticket Info
Location & Hours
Wednesday Arrivals
Thursday, Friday & Saturday Arrivals
On-Site Amenities
RV Pumping & Water Service
Hotel Shuttle Schedule & Advance Tickets
Weather Alerts
Wristband Your Child
On-site Parking
Festival Bowl Rules
What's Allowed/Prohibited

KNOW BEFORE YOU GO INFO

Get Your Hotel Shuttle Pass in Advance!

Save a little money when you purchase your hotel shuttle pass online, in advance!

View Shuttle Schedule!

*Advance shuttle pass sales close Tuesday June 23rd at 11:59PM CT. After Tuesday, shuttle passes will only be available for purchase on the bus in exact cash at a higher price. 1-day shuttle passes only available purchase on the bus.

PURCHASE HOTEL SHUTTLE PASS

Save Money: Buy Before the Gate!

Ticket prices increase Tuesday June 23rd at 11:59PM CT. After Tuesday, tickets will only be available at the gate, but at a higher price.

Ticket Options Include:

3-day
2-day (Fri + Sat)
1-day Friday
1-day Saturday

*3-day, 2-day (Fri + Sat) and 1-day Saturday Passes include unreserved tent camping & parking in our lot.

*Our new 1-day Friday passes DO NOT include camping of any kind - you MUST leave the grounds after the late night music ends. If you bring a vehicle you will be directed to free day parking in the Fields but must leave at the end of the night.

BUY 2026 TICKETS

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Contact Us
[email protected] | 715.602.4440

Blue Ox Music Festival I 5024 Crescent Avenue I Eau Claire, WI 54703
www.blueoxmusicfestival.com

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