Eaux Claires
- Dates
- Expected July 2027
- Status
- Expected
- Venue
- Carson Park
- Price
- $124 to $229
- Camping
- None on site
- Last checked
- Oct 20, 2026
The last Eaux Claires was July 24 to 25, 2026, in Eau Claire, WI. Its 2027 dates haven't been announced yet. Froligo tracks ticket prices, attendee feedback and travel details.
The experience
What's special
Eaux Claires is a two-day, multi-stage experience featuring live music, performance art, visual art and food at Carson Park in Eau Claire, Wisconsin. The 2026 edition took place on 24 and 25 July. The grounds are an easy walk from downtown Eau Claire.
How it works
In 2026 the box office opened at 11 am and gates opened at 11:30 am on show days. The festival runs rain or shine, with unlimited same-day re-entry on a digital ticket or festival wristband, and wristbands are issued only to VIP ticket holders. All bags are searched before entry, and bags must be no larger than 18 by 13 by 8.5 inches. All on-site parking was sold out for 2026, and bike parking is available on a first come, first served basis. Camping is offered at The Pines Music Park.
Who it suits
Eaux Claires is an all age festival: children under 10 are free and do not need a ticket. Baby carriers are on the list of allowed items, and small lockers are available to rent.
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Listen
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No official playlist linked yet. Find Eaux Claires on Spotify.
Lineup
Here's who played in 2026:
Getting there
Nearest airport EAU.
How do I get to Eaux Claires?
By car
Most people drive to Eaux Claires. The nearest major airport is EAU, and from there it is a straightforward drive to the venue. Check current road and traffic conditions before you set off, and see parking below.
By train
No direct passenger rail to the venue was found. Drive, fly in, or use a shuttle instead.
By bus & public transit
16 core routes serving Eau Claire and Altoona, 30-60 min frequency depending on route/time. No dedicated EAU-airport route found. Useful mainly for getting around the city. Carson Park itself is walkable from downtown so most festival-goers won't need it for the last mile.
Book / infoFestival shuttle
City-to-city van connector, not an EAU-airport-specific mode. Relevant for travelers who fly into the much larger MSP hub instead of the small regional EAU airport, then take Groome's scheduled shuttle down to Eau Claire (~19 trips/day).
Book / infoFree, festival-run park-and-ride shuttle from the CVTC Parking Lot (613 W Clairemont Ave, Eau Claire) to the festival entrance, adjacent to the VIP lot. Runs continuously from 11am each festival day, both directions, no ticket needed beyond festival entry.
Book / infoTaxi & rideshare
At the festival itself, rideshare pickup/dropoff is directed to a designated zone, not general street pickup.
Book / infoTaxis and rideshare such as Uber and Lyft can be limited near the venue, especially late at night or in rural areas. Agree a pickup point and time in advance and keep a backup plan.
🅿 Parking
Prepay via the festival's ticketing site. Because on-site parking is sold out, the festival's own guidance funnels attendees to the free CVTC free-parking-plus-shuttle option, or to the designated rideshare zone at the school turnaround, Lake Street & West Grand Avenue (711 Lake St, Eau Claire).
🚙 Car hire
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If you are hiring a car, it is worth checking parking near the venue before you go.
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Where
Venue
The venue has its own page with capacity, accessibility and parking.
Camping & Accommodation
Where can I stay near Eaux Claires?
Budget stays 4
Standard mid-range chain option a short drive from Carson Park.
Typically $70-130 a night off-peak guide, higher on festival dates
Check rates2305 Craig Road, Eau Claire, WI 54701
Typically $70-130 a night off-peak guide, higher on festival dates
Check rates1151 West MacArthur Avenue, Eau Claire, WI 54701
Typically $70-130 a night off-peak guide, higher on festival dates
Check rates3117 Craig Road, Eau Claire, WI 54701
Typically $70-130 a night off-peak guide, higher on festival dates
Check ratesMid-range hotels 3
Walking distance to Carson Park; all-suite, near downtown.
Typically $120-220 a night off-peak guide, higher on festival dates
Check ratesExtended-stay suites, commonly recommended for festival groups; convenient to downtown.
Typically $120-220 a night off-peak guide, higher on festival dates
Check ratesExtended-stay option, a short drive from Carson Park; useful for longer festival-weekend stays.
Typically $120-220 a night off-peak guide, higher on festival dates
Check ratesTreat yourself 1
Downtown Eau Claire boutique hotel, short drive/rideshare from Carson Park.
Typically $170-300 a night off-peak guide, higher on festival dates
Check ratesAirbnb & private camping
Typical short-term-rental inventory exists downtown and around the university area. Treat standard summer-weekend Eau Claire pricing as the baseline, with some likely uplift on the two festival nights given the 8-year hiatus and reunion draw.
Search AirbnbGiven Eaux Claires already has a genuine official off-site partner campground (The Pines Music Park, see official_partner_campground below) with an included shuttle, Hipcamp is a secondary/backup option for private-land camping in the wider Chippewa Valley area rather than a primary recommendation.
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Entry rules
Accessibility & comfort
The organizer does not publish accessibility details. Ask them directly before you travel about step-free access, accessible toilets, seating and anything else you need.
Pricing
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Quick answers
When is Eaux Claires 2027?
Not announced yet. The last festival was July 24 to 25, 2026. The next one is expected in July.
How much are Eaux Claires tickets?
$124 to $229 per person were the 2026 edition's prices. 2027 tickets are not on sale yet; prices will be confirmed when they go on sale.
Where is Eaux Claires held?
Carson Park, Eau Claire, WI.