Wing & Rock Fest
- Dates
- Mar 20 to 21, 2027
- Status
- Confirmed
- Venue
- Etowah River Park
- Price
- Free
- Camping
- None on site
- Last checked
- Nov 10, 2026
Wing & Rock Fest returns to Etowah River Park, Canton, GA, Mar 20 to 21, 2027. Froligo tracks free-entry details, attendee feedback and travel details.
The experience
What's special
Wing & Rock Fest is a free, family-friendly chicken wing and rock music festival at Etowah River Park in Canton, Georgia, held Saturday and Sunday, March 20 and 21, 2027, and billed as its 20th year. The organizer calls it the largest free chicken wing festival in the United States, with more than 25 restaurants and food trucks serving over 75 wing flavors, and expects more than 25,000 visitors. Rock tribute bands play across the weekend in a park with an open-air amphitheater, alongside wing-eating contests, a Best Wing Competition with a People's Choice Award, an arts and crafts market, a farmers market and a kid zone.
How it works
The festival runs Saturday, March 20, from 11 am to 7 pm and Sunday, March 21, from 11 am to 6 pm at 600 Brown Industrial Parkway, Canton, off Exit 19 of I-575. Admission and parking are free. Wings and other food are bought from individual booths with cash or card, and ATMs are on site. Outside food, drink and coolers are not allowed; chairs and blankets are. Alcohol is sold to guests 21 and over with ID and a wristband. It runs rain or shine.
Who it suits
It suits families, wing fans and classic rock lovers who do not mind a big crowd, since the organizer says the day is fun for the whole family. A kid zone has inflatables, face painting and henna art. The organizer discourages bringing dogs, citing heat, crowds and discarded wing bones. Expect limited seating, as only some tables and chairs are provided, and plan to use rideshare after drinking.
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Listen
No official playlist linked yet. Find Wing & Rock Fest on Spotify.
Lineup
Getting there
How do I get to Wing & Rock Fest?
Most visitors drive to Etowah River Park in Canton, just off I-575 at Exit 19. The lot inside the park holds about 2,000 vehicles, and overflow parking outside opens only once it is full and only when staff direct it, so follow the attendants rather than parking on nearby streets. Anyone planning to drink is better off with an Uber or Lyft than a car. The options below cover the airport and the drive.
Nearest airport ATL.
By car
The nearest major airport is ATL, 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
No scheduled intercity bus or public transit route to the venue was found. Drive, fly in, or use a shuttle instead.
Taxi & rideshare
ATL to Canton/Etowah River Park is roughly 45 miles / 45-60 min north of the airport via I-575.
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. Official parking map page confirms a primary on-site lot at Etowah River Park with capacity for 2,000 vehicles, filling first before any overflow lot opens ('Outside parking will only open once the inside lot has reached full capacity. Do not park outside unless directed by staff'). No dollar cost or prepay platform (e.g. ParkMobile/SpotHero) appears anywhere on the official site, this is consistent with it being a free, general-admission festival. Attendees are explicitly warned not to park along Brown Industrial Dr. itself (tow risk) and to use the park's own lots.
🚙 Car hire
Compare car hire at ATL
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
Venue
The venue has its own page with capacity, accessibility and parking.
Camping & Accommodation
Where do most people stay?
Canton has several hotels, and two partner hotels in town are set up for out-of-town visitors. Beer and cocktails are sold all weekend, so a room in Canton avoids a late drive afterward. The lodging options below show what is nearby.
Where can I stay near Wing & Rock Fest?
No on site camping. Here is where to stay nearby.
Budget stays 4
Typically $70-130 a night off-peak guide, higher on festival dates
Check ratesTypically $70-130 a night off-peak guide, higher on festival dates
Check rates101 Juniper Street, Canton, GA 30114
Typically $70-130 a night off-peak guide, higher on festival dates
Check rates138 Keith Drive, Canton, GA 30114
Typically $70-130 a night off-peak guide, higher on festival dates
Check ratesMid-range hotels 1
120 Reinhardt College Parkway, Canton, GA 30114
Typically $120-220 a night off-peak guide, higher on festival dates
Check ratesTreat yourself 2
2925 Jordan Court, Alpharetta, 30004, Canton, GA
Typically $170-300 a night off-peak guide, higher on festival dates
Check rates900 Avalon Boulevard, Alpharetta, 30009, Canton, GA
Typically $170-300 a night off-peak guide, higher on festival dates
Check ratesAirport hotels 2
1888 Sullivan Road, College Park, GA 30337
Typically $100-190 a night off-peak guide, higher on festival dates
Check rates1270 Virginia Avenue, Atlanta, GA 30344
Typically $100-190 a night off-peak guide, higher on festival dates
Check ratesAirbnb & private camping
Canton/Cherokee County is a standard suburban Atlanta-exurb Airbnb market (not a tourist-surge town)
Search AirbnbHipcamp lists several private-land camping/glamping options in and around Canton, GA (e.g. Fun Camping Compound, Cagle Plantation, Just Passing Through) as a non-hotel alternative for attendees who prefer camping despite the festival itself offering none. Not evaluated for proximity to Etowah River Park specifically; treat as a general area option.
Search HipcampSearch all hotels near Etowah River Park
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What to bring
A free two-day outdoor food festival in a large Canton park, built around wings from many booths and rock tribute bands on an open-air stage.
Full rule
Entrants must be 18 or older and in good health, and sign a waiver. Each starts with fifteen sauced wings, eaten with no utensils and to the bone, with the bones returned to the basket.
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 Wing & Rock Fest 2027?
Mar 20 to 21, 2027
How much are Wing & Rock Fest tickets?
Entry is free.
Where is Wing & Rock Fest held?
Etowah River Park, Canton, GA.