Annual Country USA event is in Oshkosh in June

Kian O’Brien, Staff Writer

Wisconsin is notorious for being the home of a variety of acclaimed music festivals annually, most of them in the summer. Regardless of what music genre interests you, you are almost guarantee to find a concert that fits your tastes. For country music lovers, a road-trip to Oshkosh for Country USA is a trip worth making.

Ford Festival Park is the home grounds for Country USA, serving as host to several acclaimed country music artists. This year’s Country USA kicks off on Tuesday, June 14, and concludes Saturday, June 18. The line-up contains famous names like Luke Bryan, Sam Hunt, and Thomas Rhett.  You can find the full list of performers and times at http://CountryUSAOshkosh.com/lineup.

In addition to the notable country artists, the grounds at Country USA feature much more.   There are several food and drink vendors throughout the festival grounds, as well as merchandise tents selling merchandise from all your favorite artists. Country USA also features a carnival complete with entertainment for all ages.

There are several different ticket options that are available.  Until June 8, five-day passes are $139/per person, while single day tickets are available for $69.  Tickets purchased after that day or at the gate are more expensive.  VIP tickets and packages are also available.  Parking at the grounds is approximately $15 a day.  The best option is to search for parking options away from the grounds to save money.  Whether you park at the grounds our somewhere else carpooling, is recommended.

There are many hospitality options in the Country USA area. Oshkosh, as well as surrounding cities like Fond du Lac and Appleton, are home to several hotels for fairly reasonable prices. Country USA also features camping right at Ford Festival Park, allowing for a close and safe option right on festival grounds.