NEWS & UPDATES

2026 Food Lineup

Festival fuel is secured. The Blue Ox 2026 food lineup features pizza, curds, burgers, tacos, kettle corn, sweet treats, and more! Vendors also serving delicious non-alcoholic beverages such as boba tea, coffee, lemonade, shaved ice and more! *Most food vendors take credit card but some only take cash. ATM will be available on-site. Food […]

Beer, Liquor & NA 2026

Blue Ox 2026 offers a wide variety of beverage options to quench your thirst. Whatever you’re sipping, we’ve got you covered. *Blue Ox accepts both cash and credit card for beverage purchases at the Beer Tent and Lodge. Most food and hardgood vendors accept card but some only accept cash. Merch Tent accepts both cash […]

Family Stage Schedule

The Family Stage is a space for little Oxers and their grown-ups to play, create and explore together throughout the weekend. From hands-on crafts to games, storytelling and educational activities, the Family Stage offers a fun-filled lineup designed to spark creativity and curiosity. Programming is presented by Boats and Bluegrass, Beaver Creek Reserve and Pablo […]

2026 Schedule!

Your Blue Ox weekend, now with a plan! Blue Ox 2026 Ticket Options: 3-day, 2-day (Fri + Sat) and 1-day Saturday Passes *Above options include unreserved tent camping & parking in our lot. (NEW) for 2026: Limited 1-day Friday Passes *This new Friday pass does NOT include camping of any kind – you MUST leave the grounds after the late night […]

Music Workshops

At Blue Ox, the music doesn’t stop at the stage! We’re proud to present our instrument and music workshops taught by past & present festival artists. Location: Potluck Pickin Place, located within the campground near Eagle camp. *Workshops will provide a beginner/intermediate level instruction but instructors of flexible to cater to participants. Patrons are encouraged […]

Hardgood Vendors

While you’re at the festival, wander through our vendor marketplace. Perfect for finding one-of-a-kind pieces and little treasures you didn’t know you needed. Blue Ox 2026 Hardgood Vendors: BIBS – WOODCUT PRINTS Hand carved woodblocks used to print t-shirts on site LIVE! EAU CLAIRE OUTDOORS Eau Claire Outdoors is your outdoor and camping convenience […]