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In Wisconsin, you’ll find plenty of opportunities for live music this summer. Here’s our selection of outdoor music festivals sure to satisfy any musical taste.
Acoustic by Fest – Manitowoc Explore Lacrosse
Spend the day in the park listening to a lineup of diverse and accomplished acoustic musicians, including local artists. Between the Bluffs Beer, Wine and Cheese Festival is a fun event that has grown to be a local favorite. Visit their website for thisFalls year’sBlues entertainment activities. Big Bull Fest –and Wausau Tasters Eve bus shuttles and shuttles to and from participating areabut hotels the day–ofanthe event. Listen to your local Not only is Big Bull Falls Wisconsin’s longest-running blues fest, its location island in the middle of the Wisradio stations for your chance to win tickets. consin River – couldn’t be groovier. See two days of regional and national acts. Designated driver wristbands available. Must be 21 or over to attend. Blue Ox Music Festival – Eau Claire VIP ticket holders gain access to the event two hours prior to general admission and access to the private VIP tent. The biggest concert of its kind in the upper Midwest features three days of the finest acoustic, bluegrass and string band Taste over 200 quality brews poured by distinguished breweries groups touring the nation. Experience over 45 types of wine from local and world-famous vintners Blues onand thepurchase Chippewa – Durand Sample gourmet cheese and other good eats Bring canned goods to donate locally at this free-admission event featuring three days of blues bands and camping. Enjoy live music All attendees a souvenir glass Country Festreceive – Cadott Only 3,000 general admission tickets available Camp in style at this four-day outdoor concert series, which features a natural amphitheater, superb sound system, Only 250 VIP tickets available jumbo screens, picture-taking line up to the stage, food, souvenirs and amenities. Tickets have sold out in the past, so watch the website for when sales begin. Country JamStrasse USA – LaEauCrosse, Claire #1 Oktoberfest WI, 54601 Enjoy three days of country music’s top entertainers, along with vendors, food and camping. 800-658-9424 NEW EVENT celebrate 15th Anniversary! Country on tothe River the – Prairie du Chien From 10am-1pm on Sunday, April 23, jump back on the horse and Local bands and national acts alike will perform at this three-day country music festival. bluffs>>page 4
Country Thunder – Twin Lakes
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s p r i n g 36th Annual Crazylegs Classic and sum– mer em– ployment guide 8K RUN • 2 MILE WALK
How the run got started and history made over a couple beers Not surprisingly, the idea was hatched over a couple of beers in late 1981 by three Badger loyalists at a campus bar. The three, Tom Grantham, Ken Sparks, and Rich Backus, wanted to raise money to support UW Athletics. As admirers of then- Athletic Director Elroy Hirsch, they asked his permission to name it the “Crazylegs Run” in his honor. Tom Grantham continues to serve as General Chairman on the Crazylegs Classic Executive Committee. A Little “Classic” History The first race in 1982 attracted 1,525 runners and raised $9,500. The event grew in popularity and the walk was added in 1987 with 676 walkers the first year. The event has crazylegs>>page10
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