VIROQUA, Wis. — The 14th Annual Driftless Music Festival returns to Eckhart Park in Viroqua on Saturday, July 11, bringing a full day of free live music, local food, beverages, raffle prizes, and community gathering to the heart of the Driftless Region.
Now in its 14th year, the volunteer-run festival has become a summer tradition in Viroqua, drawing music lovers from across Wisconsin, Minnesota, Iowa, and beyond. Supported by local businesses, organizations, and individual sponsors, the festival remains free and accessible to all.
From noon to 9:30 p.m., Eckhart Park will come alive with music spanning jazz, Balkan-influenced folk, bluegrass, Caribbean rhythms, cosmic groove, funk, and improvisational rock. The lineup reflects both the diversity of today’s music scene and Viroqua’s longstanding commitment to live music and the arts.
“Live music is one of our greatest connectors,” said Christina Dollhausen, President of Fourthstream. “For 14 years, Driftless Music Festival has brought people together in Eckhart Park while helping build the foundation for the thriving live music and arts culture we enjoy in Viroqua today. It’s a reflection of what can happen when a community invests in music, the arts, and each other.”
The 2026 lineup features:
12:30 PM – Tom Gullion Quartet – Adventurous jazz led by saxophonist,flautist Tom Gullion.
2:00 PM – Dandelion Delivery Service – A lively blend of bluegrass, Balkan folk, and imagination.
4:00 PM – Panchromatic Steel – Steel drums and Caribbean-inspired grooves
6:00 PM – The Real Chuck Norad – Cosmic funk, brass, and psychedelic dance energy
8:00 PM – The Big Wu – A beloved Midwest jam band known for high-energy performances, extended improvisation, and a loyal regional following built over decades of touring.
Festival attendees can also enjoy local food vendors, regional beverages, and raffle prizes supporting free live music programming in Viroqua. Admission is free and open to all ages.
For more information, visit www.driftlessmusicfestival.com.
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