The Eaux Claires Music & Arts Festival IV has finally announced its 2018 dates. The two-day festival will return to its beautiful home at Foster Farms in Eau Claire, WI July 6-7, 2018. IV is the sum of I, II, and III. Although you may think sum means bigger, mathematics is actually an abstract science. Eaux Claires is less interested in telling you what it is than rather you making it what it becomes.
Eaux Claires Music & Arts Festival IV
Recently, Eaux Claires put out a call to the community of attendees and artists to share sound bites of their favorite Eaux Claires moments, experiences, unplanned discoveries, and memories. The podcast IV includes those audio testimonials, words from Eaux Claires co-founders Justin Vernon of Bon Iver and Aaron Dessner of The National, as well as music from past performers. Listen to the podcast here.
Program & Artist Information
Programming and artist information will be shared gradually over the next several months. Performers from previous years include Bon Iver, Wilco, Paul Simon, The National, Feist, Chance the Rapper, Bruce Hornsby & The Noisemakers, Sylvan Esso, Erykah Badu, James Blake, Nathanial Rateliff & The Night Sweats, Sufjan Stevens, Francis and The Lights, Beach House, Vince Staples, and many more.
Eaux Claires
Eaux Claires is located on 60 acres of lush, vibrant landscape along the banks of the Chippewa River. The grounds have been a source of artistic discovery and spontaneity with the direction of Creative Director Michael Brown. Attendees encounter interactive installations and mixed media throughout the fest. The festival holds a focus on sculpture, fine arts, and literary elements. Performances will be taking place across multiple stages as well as hidden venues along Eaux Claires’ many forested paths. A variety of local and regional food with beverage vendors will also be available for attendees.
Tickets, Camping & Lodging
Buy your tickets now!
Tier One Two-Day General Admission “Eau Claire” Passes and Tier One Two-Day Enhanced “Chippewa” Passes are sold out. Get your Tier Two passes before prices rise again. “Chippewa” Passes include the same benefits of an “Eau Claire” Pass, plus a premium experience in the Chippewa area. It will feature complimentary beer and soft drinks as well as catered dining in a shaded, relaxed environment close to the main stage.
Festival camping will be available once again at nearby Whispering Pines Campgrounds. Shower facilities, general stores, and spacious sites will be available at the campgrounds.
Festival lodging will also be available once again through its partnership with University of Wisconsin Eau Claire. Dorm rooms can be reserved and booked at reasonable rates. The lodging will include free shuttle transportation to and from the festival. For hotel options, find several recommendations on Visit Eau Claire.
All in all, for more information, follow Eaux Claires Music & Arts Festival on social media.
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FestPop Staff Writer, Katherine Bennett