Avenged Sevenfold, probably on their way to avenge something.

It’s that time of year once again; when rock ’n’ roll fans from all over the Midwest come together and burn off a few calories head banging to their favorite bands. Rock Fest, the four-day music festival held 30 miles from Eau Claire in rural Cadott, is returning for its 22nd incarnation. From July 16-19, some of rock’s biggest names will be performing for an estimated 20,000 fans. The 2015 lineup features a solid list of bands including modern rock groups like Shinedown and Avenged Sevenfold as well as some classic bands like Judas Priest. (Nickelback was slated to be the headliner July 17, but had to cancel because lead singer Chad Kroeger needed voice box surgery; a replacement is still TBA.) With the full list of bands exceeding 50, rockaholics of every variety will have plenty of music to jam out to on the giant main stage and four side stages. And because the Rock Fest occupies 320 acres, there will be plenty of room for any mosh pits you start up. The grounds include nearly 7,000 campsites, so put down stakes with your buddies and enjoy a few days in the sun. There’s a wide variety of food and beverage items on the concert grounds when you need a bite to eat (don’t worry, Ozzy’s bat isn’t on the menu), as well as plenty of other attractions such as interactive games, bean-bag toss, and misting stations to take the edge off the heat. This is one event that no rock fan wants to miss! For more information on tickets as well as campsites, go to rockfest.com.

Rock Fest • July 16-19 • Rock Fest grounds, 24447 County Highway S, Cadott • see contact info for ticket and camping options • (800) 326-3378 • info@rock-fest.com • www.rock-fest.com