Best of the Chippewa Valley

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Best Music Festival

Whether you wanna rock all night long, or you’re all about that bass, the Chippewa Valley likely has a music festival you’ll love. Which one is the best, though? Voted in first place is Blue Ox Music Festival (5024 Crescent Ave., Eau Claire), a three-day experience filled with everything from hypnotizing art installations to late-night sets in the campground. Rock Fest (24447 County Highway S, Cadott), the largest rock music fest and camping event in the U.S., landed in second place. Rounding out our list is Country Fest (24447 County Highway S, Cadott) – folks in our area sure love doin’ the boot-scootin’ boogie! –Natalie Derks