WE Fest

WE Fest 2026

August 5–8, 2026Detroit Lakes, MN, United States · Soo Pass Ranch

WE Fest is one of the largest and longest-running country music and camping festivals in the United States. Held annually at the Soo Pass Ranch in Detroit Lakes, Minnesota, the festival features a massive lineup of country music superstars and rising talents. The event is known for its expansive campgrounds, including ten different areas catering to various lifestyles, and a natural amphitheater setting. Beyond the music, attendees enjoy a variety of activities such as the 'Watermelon Patch' tradition, campsite decoration contests, and a vibrant, high-energy atmosphere often described as Minnesota's rowdiest campout.

  • Country
  • Pop
  • Folk
  • Red Dirt
  • Hip-Hop
  • Alternative
Tickets from
$202
Ages
18+
Family friendly
No

The official WE Fest website does not provide specific details on sustainability practices. However, some sources mention efforts such as using city sewer and water lines to allow for running water and permanent restrooms, which can be considered a more sustainable option than portable toilets.

Schedule

BARN STAGE

  • 7:00–8:30 PMMaiden Dixie
  • 8:30–10:15 PMThe Kruse Brothers
  • 10:15 PM–12:00 AMCooper Alan

Lineup

40 artists

  • Lainey Wilson

    Country, Folk

  • Brooks & Dunn

    Country

  • Thomas Rhett

    Country, Pop

  • Little Big Town

    Country, Pop

  • Jamey Johnson

    Country, Red Dirt

  • Randy Houser

    Country

  • Max McNown

    Country

  • Diamond Rio

    Country

Also playing
  • Nate Smith
  • Shenandoah
  • Flatland Cavalry
  • Brent Cobb
  • Brent Cobb
  • Cooper Alan
  • Elizabeth Nichols
  • Elizabeth Nichols
  • Maggie Antone
  • Maggie Antone
  • Matt Schuster
  • Matt Schuster
  • Noeline Hofmann
  • The Kruse Brothers
  • Matt Rogers
  • The Droptines
  • The Droptines
  • Blake Proehl
  • DJ DANK WILLIAMS
  • DJ DANK WILLIAMS
  • Nathan Bess
  • Brianna Helbling
  • Braden Jamison
  • Braden Jamison
  • Maiden Dixie
  • Zach Thomas
  • Dan Brekke
  • Jordan Beem
  • Laila Noelle
  • Dan Brekke Band
  • Dj B-Rock
  • Dj B-Rock

Getting there

Venue

Soo Pass Ranch

25526 County Highway 22, Detroit Lakes, MN 56501, Detroit Lakes, MN, United States

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