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Eaux Claires Music Festival began as a bold collaboration between two visionary artists—Justin Vernon of Bon Iver and Aaron Dessner of The National. From its inception in 2015, the festival carved out a space for genre-blurring performances, surprise pairings, and an intimate yet expansive live experience in Eau Claire, Wisconsin. After a brief hiatus from 2019 to 2025, the festival announced a highly anticipated return in 2026, signaling a new chapter while honoring its storied past. Here’s what you should know about the festival, its guiding forces, and what to expect on tour in 2026.