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✈️How to get to Hoofbeat
Planning your trip to Hoofbeat? Here's how to get there by plane, train or car, and plan your route to the festival site.
- Nearest airport: Chippewa Valley Regional Airport (EAU), about 31 km from the venue.
- Allow about 43 min by car from the airport to the site.
- By train, head for Eau Claire or the nearest major station, then finish by bus, shuttle or taxi to the site.
- By car, plan for on-site parking and expect heavy traffic around the venue on festival days.
🛏️Where to stay near Chippewa Valley Festival Grounds (Hoofbeat)
Accommodation near the Hoofbeat site fills up fast. Compare hotels, apartments and rentals nearby and book early to stay as close to the stage as possible.
Also consider staying around Eau Claire, the nearest large city, if the closest options to the site are sold out.
Estimated travel time to the site
| Distance | 🚗 Car / taxi | 🚴 Bike | 🚶 On foot |
|---|---|---|---|
| ~1 km | ~3 min | ~4 min | ~12 min |
| ~3 km | ~7 min | ~12 min | ~36 min |
| ~5 km | ~11 min | ~20 min | ~1 h |
| ~10 km | ~22 min | ~40 min | ~2 h |
Public transport: depends on the network around Eau Claire.
Each accommodation's distance to the site is shown on the map above. Rough estimates; allow extra time during festival peak hours.
🌤️Hoofbeat 2026 weather
Weather in Chippewa Valley Festival Grounds in June 2026?
Typical weather
Chance of rain: about 56% of days
| 2025 | Drizzle | 24° / 15° | 3 rainy days |
| 2024 | Light drizzle | 23° / 15° | 1 rainy day |
| 2023 | Rain | 32° / 19° | 1 rainy day |
Based on the last 3 years over the same period.
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🗺️Things to do near Hoofbeat
Many shows happen in the evening, so use your days to explore the area around Hoofbeat. Guided tours, museums, outdoor experiences and local activities can be booked in a few clicks before you go.
Nearby, Eau Claire and its surroundings offer museums, walks and local gems to discover between sets.
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📋About
Hoofbeat 2026: country festival in Chippewa Valley Festival Grounds, United States
Held in Chippewa Valley Festival Grounds, United States, Hoofbeat has established itself as a key gathering for country enthusiasts. The festival primarily explores Country and Pop, while offering surprises for attendees. With 21 artists on the bill, the 2026 edition promises a complete immersion in current trends and genre classics.
The headliners bring together prestigious names: Bailey Zimmerman, Jason Aldean and Russell Dickerson promise memorable performances. The lineup also welcomes Aaron Tippin, Adrien Nunez, Ashley Cooke and Chandler Walters, ensuring rare diversity on stage. The festival also ventures into Americana and Bro-Country, expanding musical horizons.
The artistic selection also includes Country Pop, Country Rock, Dance-Pop, offering a panoramic view of current trends. This inclusive approach allows festival-goers to discover varied sounds while staying true to the festival's identity.
Join us from June 24 to 26, 2026 in Chippewa Valley Festival Grounds for this unique musical experience. Browse the full lineup and book your tickets now.
