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Published on 2026-11-10
The String Cheese Incident returns to The Pines Music Park in Eau Claire, Wisconsin, August 13 and 14, 2027, for the annual Campout in the Pines. The weekend of music and camping features the celebrated progressive jam band, led by Bill Nershi and Michael Kang, performing four sets over two days at The Pines.
Very special guests include the prolific live performer and guitar virtuoso Daniel Donato's Cosmic Country on Friday, August 13, and the eclectic four-piece offshoot of Vulfpeck, groove supergroup The Fearless Flyers, on Saturday, August 14, 2027.
A highly anticipated part of the Campout in the Pines experience is the Late Night sessions taking place on the captivating Backwoods Stage, which this year includes Colombia's psychedelic Latin funk trio BALTHVS on Friday, August 13. And merging the improvisational spirit of the Grateful Dead with the energy of electronic dance music, The Pines Music Park welcomes Deadtronica on Saturday, August 14, 2027.
There's no better place to experience the late summer days and nights than The Pines Music Park, with 140 beautifully landscaped acres among the tall trees and rolling hills.
The past three decades have written a story packed full of surreal experiences, epic moments, groundbreaking involvement and huge accomplishments. The String Cheese Incident has been recognized for their commitment to musical creativity and integrity, for their community spirit, philanthropic endeavors, and for their innovative approach to the business of music.
When The String Cheese Incident's growth first started gaining momentum in the 1990s, as the Internet was just beginning to take hold and the major-label business model was failing, the band decided to make music on their own terms. Since then, The String Cheese Incident has gone on to carve out a completely unique approach to the business of music; they are truly pioneers of a new way of “making a band.” The String Cheese Incident was inventing grassroots band development.
The String Cheese Incident's commitment goes well beyond their immediate community, and even beyond the music community as a whole. Early on, the band took a serious interest in giving back to the communities that they visited, and they were among the first performers to encourage “Green” shows and tours. SCI's support has helped give rise to such not-for-profit organizations as Conscious Alliance and HeadCount. All the while, The String Cheese Incident has stayed committed to music as a creative endeavor, not just in their recordings but also in their live performances.
The String Cheese Incident will be joined by Daniel Donato's Cosmic Country on Friday night, August 13. There are many musical influences and sources that Daniel Donato has drawn on during his career and that inform his latest record, Horizon. But within those, Donato has carved out a unique and individualized spot for himself, one that speaks to the deep American music heritage that inspires him.
He calls it Cosmic Country, a moniker that's both self-descriptive and a statement of purpose. It's an organic rock band aesthetic with plenty of roadhouse twang; a showcase for Donato's instrumental virtuosity and infectious songcraft. Bridging tie-dye and plaid, it's a world of his own, and a wide world of musical adventure at that.
Daniel Donato's Cosmic Country, featuring Nathan “Sugarlegg” Aronowitz (keyboards, guitars, vocals), Will “Mustang” McGee (bass, vocals) and Will “Bronco” Clark (percussion, vocals), are selling out venues throughout the country and bringing their brand of Cosmic Country to an ever-growing, passionate fanbase.
Groove supergroup The Fearless Flyers open for The String Cheese Incident on Saturday, August 14. An Olympic-level funk band, The Fearless Flyers feature Vulfpeck members Cory Wong on guitar and Joe Dart on bass, along with Nate Smith on drums and Mark Lettieri on baritone guitar.
Formed in 2018 by Vulfpeck founder Jack Stratton, who produced The Fearless Flyers' music through 2024, the band has released two studio albums, four extended plays, two live albums, and has toured in the United States and Europe. Collaborators who have recorded with the band include Sandra Crouch, Blake Mills, Elizabeth Lea, Chris Thile, Joey Dosik, Grace Kelly, Kenni Holmen and Alekos Syropoulos. The band's most recent album, The Fearless Flyers V, was produced by Cory Wong and released in 2025.
Sharing the stage together will keep the bands on the Campout in the Pines lineup active, while music lovers coming to see them can occupy their days with on-site disc golf and local canoe excursions. Food and beverages can be brought to campsites and the concert area over the easy-going weekend.
Campout in the Pines welcomes Colombia's psychedelic Latin funk trio BALTHVS on Friday, August 13. Formed in 2020, BALTHVS has rapidly become Colombia's leading alternative export. With over 100 million streams, five albums, and twelve EPs, the band is a proven global touring act.
They have completed over 15 international tours across 26 countries and 94 cities, appearing at major festivals including SXSW, Lollapalooza, Austin City Limits, Outside Lands, Electric Forest, Lightning in a Bottle, Montreal Jazz Festival, SXSW Sydney, Hulaween, Jam Cruise and Jazz Cafe Festival. Making notable appearances on KEXP, Worldwide Cafe, and the BBC, BALTHVS enchants with a distinctive blend of psychedelic funk, global grooves, Middle Eastern melodies, and Latin-tinged rhythms.
The dynamic duo Deadtronica make their debut at The Pines Music Park, performing on the Backwoods Stage on Saturday, August 14. Deadtronica is a collaborative electronic music project that merges the improvisational songbook of the Grateful Dead with the pulsating energy of modern electronic dance music (EDM). From the acid test ethos to dance floor bangers, you can listen to the legendary compositions reimagined through a new lens.
Deadtronica is keyboardist Aron Magner of the Disco Biscuits and Billy & The Kids, in harmony with Emmy Award-winning guitarist and producer Cloudchord. Experience the Dead, wired for the future, like you've never heard before.
Two-Day Tickets for Campout in the Pines include two nights of music as well as two nights of Unreserved Tent Camping and Parking.
Fans can stay tuned for updates about The Pines Music Park and Campout in the Pines 2027 by subscribing to the newsletters at www.pinesmusicpark.com.
The Pines Music Park is home to Campout in the Pines and Blue Ox Music Festival, where both events proudly create and foster an inclusive sense of artistic community and have become a cornerstone of the cultural renaissance movement in the Eau Claire area. The Pines Music Park cultivates 140 acres of pristine forest, walkable trails and green landscaped lawn with music presented on unique stages.
The Pines Music Park brings together top-level national acts that have set festival fans' experience, with the vision of an intimate music and camping experience, featuring an inclusive lineup of notable artists, in a familial and beautiful outdoor venue setting. As a family-friendly environment, an array of cultural events take place throughout The Pines Music Park grounds. All ages are welcome.
Campout in the Pines Two-Day General Admission Tickets go on sale Friday, November 13, 2026, at 10:00 AM CT / 9:00 AM MT. Guests have access to all entertainment and Unreserved Tent Camping and parking. Reserved RV / Tent sites are available for purchase but are in limited supply.
Campout in the Pines offers a selection of camping upgrade options.
Reserved Campsites are located within steps of the action, with some Reserved Campsites having a direct view of the stage. With no fence between you and the concert bowl, attendees can bounce between their campsite and the music in no time. A Reserved Campsite is required for those who would like to camp in an RV, pull-behind or pop-up camper.
Stay on-site in one of the custom-built air-conditioned Tiny Camping Cabins located under tree cover within the Backyards and Beyond neighborhood. The location is near the Pre-Set Tent Camping Village in Eagle Camp (about a 5-minute walk from the concert bowl).
Staying in a Backyards & Beyond Pre-Set Tent allows you to arrive at the event with ease. A Pre-Set Tent is prepared on a Reserved Campsite in the Backyards and Beyond neighborhood located under the tree cover in Eagle Camp (about a 5-minute walk from the concert bowl). This package includes an 11' × 9' tent with set-up and tear-down service, parking next to your tent, access to the community area and direct contact with a camp host.
Carry-in food and beverages are allowed in the campgrounds and concert area.
Children 5 years old and under accompanied by an adult are free. Campout in the Pines offers a Two-Day General Admission Kids Pass for ages 6 to 13. Ages 14 and older must purchase a full-price ticket.
During the day, attendees may enjoy the great restaurants, hotels, and amenities of Eau Claire, which are just a few short miles away from The Pines Music Park. Take a stroll in Eau Claire's vibrant downtown or enjoy nearby rivers by tube, canoe or kayak. Explore the Chippewa River and Old Abe Trail, or cool off by swimming at Big Falls Park in the area.
To purchase tickets and read more about Campout in the Pines 2027 with The String Cheese Incident and the great outdoor activities in the area, go to www.pinesmusicpark.com.
August 13 & 14, 2027
The Pines Music Park
5024 Crescent Avenue
Eau Claire, Wisconsin 54703
Friday, August 13
The String Cheese Incident – Two Sets
Daniel Donato's Cosmic Country
Late Night: BALTHVS – Backwoods Stage
Saturday, August 14
The String Cheese Incident – Two Sets
The Fearless Flyers
Late Night: Deadtronica – Backwoods Stage
Public On-Sale:
Friday, November 13, 2026
10:00 AM CT / 9:00 AM MT
Two-Day General Admission Includes:
Two Nights of Music
Two Nights of Unreserved Tent Camping
Parking
