Rock Fest
- Dates
- Jul 15 to 17, 2027
- Status
- Confirmed
- Venue
- Hoofbeat Grounds
- Price
- Not announced
- Camping
- Available
- Last checked
- Oct 25, 2026
Rock Fest returns to Hoofbeat Grounds, Cadott, WI, Jul 15 to 17, 2027. Froligo tracks ticket prices, camping, attendee feedback and travel details.
The experience
What's special
Rock Fest is a three-day rock and metal festival with camping on 360 acres of Wisconsin hayfield at Cadott, set for July 15 to 17, 2027. It bills itself as the largest rock and camping event in the United States and the last independently run rock festival in the country, family-owned and operated for over 30 years. More than 80 bands play across five stages, 3-day ticket holders get a complimentary Wednesday night Bonus Bash, and about 7,500 campsites sit steps from the concert grounds. The 2027 lineup has not yet been announced.
How it works
Concert gates open Wednesday at 5 pm for the Bonus Bash and at 11 am Thursday to Saturday. The 3-Day and 1-Day general admission wristbands, pit passes and camping go on public sale November 5, and parking and a Camp Access Pass are bought separately. A Rock-It Club membership at $75 gets first pick of campsites. Clear bags are required for the concert grounds, and outside food, drinks, coolers and pets other than service animals are not allowed. A campground shuttle runs Wednesday to Saturday.
Who it suits
It suits hard rock and metal fans prepared to camp for several days in a rural setting. The organizer says all ages are welcome, with children 16 and under accompanied by a parent or guardian and kids 5 and under free with a paid adult. Hearing protection is strongly suggested for everyone, especially children. Non-campers can stay in participating hotels and ride a daily shuttle.
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Listen
No official playlist linked yet. Find Rock Fest on Spotify.
Lineup
Getting there
Nearest airport MSP.
How do I get to Rock Fest?
By car
Most people drive to Rock Fest. The nearest major airport is MSP, 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
Named directly on the festival's official travel page: Greyhound operates a drop-off at a McDonald's (6251 Truax Ln, Eau Claire, WI), about 42 minutes from the venue by car, not a Cadott-direct route, so pair with rideshare or car hire for the final leg.
Book / infoFestival shuttle
The festival's own official 'Getting Here' page names Groome Transportation by name as the recommended way to bridge the MSP-to-Cadott gap: a shared-ride shuttle from MSP to Eau Claire, then a further ~41-minute leg (rideshare/car) from Eau Claire to the venue. MSP is roughly 90 miles / 1.5+ hrs from Cadott by direct road, well beyond a practical taxi/rideshare hop, which is why the festival steers fly-in attendees through this two-leg route instead.
Book / infoTaxi & rideshare
The official page notes 'multiple rideshare services operate in the area' without naming a flat fare (rural western Wisconsin has thinner rideshare density than a major metro, so expect longer wait times than in a city), plus a named premium option, Cody Limousines, for black-car/limo service. A direct MSP-to-Cadott rideshare (~90 miles) would be an unusually long and costly single trip; most attendees instead rideshare only the shorter Eau Claire-to-venue leg after using the shuttle/bus/rental-car option to get that far.
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
On site parking available. Cost Campers receive one vehicle parking pass included per campsite; day-attendee general parking has separate 3-day and 1-day options (pricing not posted on the official 'Getting Here' page as of this check). General parking sits adjacent to both the concert grounds and campgrounds. No tailgating permitted. ADA guests display their placard at Main Gate for designated accessible parking (accessible campsites are separately in rows C, D & E, call 715-289-4401 with a placard number to reserve). A dedicated motorcycle parking area exists. From Sunday-Tuesday before the festival, RVs/vehicles may be dropped off without wristbands; from Wednesday on, all entries require tickets and a Camp Access Pass.
🚙 Car hire
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On site parking is available; if you are hiring a car it is worth checking the cost and how early it fills.
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Where
Map shows the center of Cadott. The venue's exact point is not confirmed yet.
Venue
The venue has its own page with capacity, accessibility and parking.
Camping & Accommodation
Is there camping at Rock Fest?
Yes, on site camping is available.
Facilities
Camping site types 2
General campsite: 18'x40', up to 6 people, 1 vehicle, 1 sleeping unit, no electricity, in Heathens' Highway/The Dark Side/Wastelands campgrounds. One-night camping option also exists: $65/night, North Campgrounds (Gate 3), 10am checkout.
Electric campsite tier: same 18'x40' footprint/capacity as general, but with 30-amp or 15-amp hookups, electricity live from Wednesday noon, located in South campground (Rows M-O) or North campground (Rows GIL & HAL). Free on-site dump stations; a paid RV pump-out is also available by phone reservation.
Where can I stay near Rock Fest?
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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 Rock Fest 2027?
Jul 15 to 17, 2027
Where is Rock Fest held?
The Hayfield (Rock Fest Grounds), 24447 County Hwy S, Cadott, WI.