We are located at 5024 Crescent Ave, Eau Claire, WI 54703

We look forward to hosting you at The Pines in Eau Claire, WI August 19-21 for Blue Ox 2021.

Please make sure to read the following information to be prepared upon arrival as things are a little different this year. This will ensure that there are no surprises along the way and that the process of getting you into the festival goes quickly so you can get to enjoying your time here right away.

Please print off your tickets or download your PDF tickets to your phone before arrival so that they may be quickly scanned at the gate.

Updated COVID-19 Safety

The safety of the artists, crew, attendees of the event and our community are very important to us. As a result, all attendees over the age of 12 must show proof of negative COVID-19 test result (antigen rapid test or PCR) – OR—full proof of vaccinations to attend Blue Ox Music Festival 2021.

*Negative COVID-19 test must be obtained with 72 hours of arrival. We will have COVID-19 rapid testing on-site if you are unable to take a test prior to your arrival.

Acceptable Documentation:

Proof of Negative COVID-19 TEST: Result in paper or digital form

-OR-

Proof of Vaccination: Photocopy of your original vaccine card or photo on your phone of original vaccine card.

*Lost your card? Wisconsin residents can look up their vaccination status HERE (SSN needed). We will accept a screenshot/print out of this record for proof of full vaccination. Other states may also have their own online database.

Questions about accepted proof? Contact us at info@blueoxfest.com

Note: In the event of a positive test result in the pre-festival testing window you may request that your tickets are rolled over to our 2022 festival, we will process this after the festival and after confirming that your tickets were NOT redeemed at the gate.

VIEW FULL SAFETY DETAILS HERE

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COVID-19 Testing

Wisconsin Residents: Find a community test site HERE

*Negative COVID-19 test must be obtained with 72 hours of arrival.—

If you do not have proof of vaccination and need to take a COVID-19 test for entry then we highly encourage you to take a test prior to your arrival at the festival. Taking a test in advance will decrease your wait time here. If you are unable to secure a test prior to arrival, then we will have FREE COVID-19 antigen (rapid) testing on-site which will take up to 30 minutes to show results.

On-site Testing Hours:
Wednesday, August 18th – Saturday, August 21st (10am – 7pm)

*August 18th testing only available to individuals who have a reserved campsite.

Arrival / Gate Hours

Gates open 7:00AM on Thursday, August 19th

1. Make sure to have proof of negative test –OR–vaccination ready (photo or printed copy will work for either)
2. We will scan your ticket(s), campsite and/or car pass from your phone or from printed PDF
3. Be Smart! Have Fun!

PINES GATE VS FIELDS GATE

Pines Gate: RV Electric, Reserved Pines, Reserved Family and Glamping ticket holders
Fields Gate: Reserved Fields, Reserved Prairie RV/Tent ticket holders and ALL UNRESERVED CAMPING

Pines Gate Hours:

Wednesday: 9AM – 8PM*

(EARLY MOVE-IN FOR RESERVED CAMPSITES ONLY)

Thursday: 7AM – 9PM*

Friday: 9AM – 6PM*

Saturday: 10AM – 6PM*

*After Pines Gate closes, all traffic will be diverted to the Fields Gate for entry.

Fields Gate Hours:

Wednesday: 9AM – 8PM*

(EARLY MOVE-IN FOR RESERVED CAMPSITES ONLY)

Thursday: 7AM – 12AM*

Friday: 9AM – 12AM*

Saturday: 10AM -11PM*

General Unreserved Camping Details

For those camping in General Unreserved Camping

2-day & 3-day Ticket Holders

1-day Saturday Ticket Holders

**1-Day Saturday ticket holders who DO NOT have a car camping pass will NOT be able to drop off your belongings at your campsite. 

If you do NOT have a Car Camping Pass, you will be directed to overflow fields parking and will have to cart/walk your belongings to your campsite.

A car camping pass does not give you in and out privileges, however if you need to leave the grounds you may do so. Upon your return you may drive back to where you were parked in General Unreserved Camping.

NO vehicle traffic allowed after 8:00PM in The Pines Camping Area (Unreserved GA/Family, Family Reserved, Pines Reserved and Electric Reserved).

*All tent campers will be able to drive back to their site on Sunday to pack up.

Campground / Venue Amenities

VIEW THE BLUE OX 2021 SITE MAP HERE

Unreserved tent camping is included with all multi-day and Saturday only passes. If you arrive with an RV or pull-behind camping unit without a reserved campsite pass you will need to purchase one at the gate.
*Limited reserved sites are available in the fields.

Important: There will NOT be a campstore with toiletries or camp gear at Blue Ox this year. Please come prepared. We will have bags of ice and firewood available for purchase at the Blue Ox lodge.

FAMILY CAMP

Please help us conserve the limited space in our family camping area. It may be tempting to setup in this area due to its convenience to the festival area however, we ask you to please respect the fact that families with young children have unique challenges in attending a music festival, and we would like to make it easier on them. Please save family camp for families with children.

This is also a special space that we have set aside convenient to our Boat and Bluegrass Family Stage.

RVs

Please be prepared for uneven ground which is the reality of the geology of our campgrounds.  Some helpful tools for leveling your RV or camper unit include jacks, a shovel, and leveling blocks of 2×6 or larger lumber.

More information on leveling your camping unit can be found HERE

We do have a limited number of alternative sites for those of you with unsuitable campsites. We are sorry about any inconvenience; we are willing to help work with you to make move-in as stress free as possible.

STAYING OFF SITE?

Ride sharing services such as Uber and Lyft are available in the Eau Claire area in addition to Taxi service. Our Pickup and Drop-off location is at the Pines Gate.

Shuttle Service is also available from local hotels. Schedule information AND pricing can be found on the Blue Ox website HERE