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About Hodag Country Festival

Welcome to Hodag Country Festival Grounds, the longtime home of the Hodag Country Festival in Rhinelander, Wisconsin. Set around a natural outdoor amphitheater with a main stage and a separate Pavilion, this venue welcomes 25,000+ attendees per day and up to 50,000 across the festival season. Whether you’re camping on-site, parking nearby, or planning a quick trip with friends, we’ve got you covered with practical details to help secure your seats and coordinate travel.

As your trusted connection for tickets and festival planning, we’ll outline seating, camping, parking, transit options, and nearby lodging and dining to help you make the most of Hodag’s storied, rotating lineups and iconic country performances.

Important notes: Seating at Hodag is primarily general admission lawn seating. Standard lawn chairs are allowed, but chairs with high backs or non-standard configurations may be restricted. Glass is not permitted in main or overflow areas. On-site camping is a core feature, with the 9-day camping requirement for camping access. On-site parking is available for a daily permit (approx. the best available price) and weekend passes (approx. the best available price). Overflow camping and maps help you navigate peak times. Public transit options are limited; driving or camping is common, with occasional shuttles to overflow camping zones. For lodging, you’ll find the new Holiday Inn Express & Suites Rhinelander close by (open since 2024), along with other local options. We’ve got partner recommendations to help you book convenient stays and reliable dining near Hodag. For official event updates and artist details, follow Hodag on their official channels and venue pages.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Location/address: Hodag Country Festival Grounds, 4270 River Road, Rhinelander, WI 54501.
  • Venue type: Outdoor festival grounds built around a natural outdoor amphitheater with a main stage and a separate Pavilion.
  • Capacity/attendance: Approximately 25,000+ attendees per day in recent years; total annual attendance typically in the 30,000–50,000 range.
  • On-site camping/parking: Camping is a core feature; 9-day camping tickets required for camping; onsite parking available for a fee (daily permits around $10, weekend passes around $25); overflow camping and maps exist.
  • Seating: Seating is largely general admission lawn seating; standard lawn chairs are allowed; chairs with high backs or other non-standard seating are restricted; no glass in main/overflow areas.
  • Transit: Public transportation is limited; attendees commonly drive or camp; there is typically a shuttle to overflow camping areas when needed.
  • Nearby hotels: New Holiday Inn Express & Suites Rhinelander opened around 2024, providing lodging options near the festival area.
  • Notable events hosted: Annual Hodag Country Festival since 1978; high-profile acts and rotating lineups (e.g., 2025 additions like Three Dog Night); 2026 lineup includes major country acts.
  • Renamed/demolished: The venue remains Hodag Country Festival Grounds (not demolished or renamed); ongoing as of 2026.