Faster Horses Country Festival
Plan your next RV trip to the Faster Horses Country Music & Camping Festival, a summer staple that’s popular among country music lovers and held in Brooklyn, Michigan.
Event information
Faster Horses Country Music & Camping Festival is a multi-day country music festival that’s held every summer. It takes place in Brooklyn, Michigan. The event is produced by Live Nation, one of the country’s leading live entertainment companies. They are also the team behind other successful festivals like Country LakeShake, Seven Peaks Music Festival, and Tortuga Music Festival.
The festival takes place over three days and is now considered a summer staple. People from within the state and all over the country travel to Brooklyn to be a part of the event. Its unique name is attributed to a quote by Henry Ford, "If I asked people what they wanted, they would have said faster horses." It pays homage to Ford and the state where he started his automobile empire.
Each year, the lineup features chart-topping country music artists and bands. Keith Urban, Zac Brown Band, Kip Moore, Bobby Bones & The Raging Idiots, Craig Campbell, Frankie Ballard, Craig Wayne Boyd, Chris Young, and Brett Eldredge are some of the musicians who have performed at the event in the past. In addition to live music, festival-goers can enjoy fun interactive activities and delicious food and drinks.
Tickets
Faster Horses Festival tickets go on sale a few months before the event. They can be purchased online on the website or through one of the affiliated ticketing partners. Single-day passes are not available, so you'll need to opt for a three-day festival ticket.
If you plan on camping at the event, you’ll need both a camping pass and a festival pass. Once you make your purchase, your wristband will be mailed to you. You can register wristbands online or at one of the Guest Service booths at the venue.
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Transportation
Driving
Brooklyn, Michigan, is about 70 miles away from Detroit. The Faster Horses Festival venue is a vast space located in the scenic Brooklyn hills. It is close to the Michigan International Speedway, a well-known landmark in the area. You can find the site using your GPS app of choice or follow the directions provided on the website. Motorists can check for road alerts on Mi Drive for updates throughout Michigan.
Parking areas
If you don’t plan on camping at the venue, day parking is available on site. Patrons can choose between a VIP or general car parking spot. If you intend on camping at the event in your RV, you’ll need to head directly to one of the campground checkpoints. This will depend on which campground you’ve booked a spot in advance.
Public Transportation
Public transportation options may not be available to Brooklyn, Michigan. If you’re staying offsite, you may want to plan to travel to the venue in your rig or carpool with other fans to the festival.
Where to stay
Onsite
You’ll need to purchase a camping pass in addition to your event pass to camp at Faster Horses Country Festival. Only one steering wheel is allowed per campsite. Hookups are not available, but there will be dumping stations onsite. Campfires and generators are permitted as long as guests are responsible with their usage.
Nearby
Brooklyn has several campgrounds and RV parks for campers looking to get away from the hustle and bustle of the city. The closest option for RV camping has been less than three miles away in past years. Hayes State Park is also an excellent option that’s only about ten minutes away from the venue. The sites come with electrical hookups and waterfront access.
Getting around
For safety reasons, golf carts, ATVs, skateboards, motorcycles, bicycles, and other wheeled vehicles will not be allowed at the festival venue. Festival transportation, including golf carts, and trams will be available within the grounds to ferry patrons between the camping and performance areas. The site is wheelchair accessible, but there will be some amount of travel over natural terrain involved.
What to pack
Clothing
Most of your fellow festival-goers will be dressed in warm weather attire like shorts, jeans, dresses, and t-shirts. Dressing in layers is recommended to stay comfortable throughout the day. Complete your outfit with a pair of sunglasses and a hat. These not only look stylish but will also protect you from the sun.
Gear
Some essentials to take with you are sunscreen, bug spray, earplugs, and a regular or portable phone charger. Make sure any products you decide to carry in are not packed in aerosol or glass containers. Small low backed chairs are allowed, but these can only be used in a designated section and not near the main stage.
Health & Safety
Drinking water stations will be available within the venue. Bring a refillable water bottle and top it up regularly to stay hydrated. Don’t forget to take a debit or credit card and a valid government-issued ID. There will be several ATMs located around the grounds. Alternatively, you can sign up for the cashless program on the festival website.
Where to eat
Cooking
Campfires are allowed in the camping area, but they must be contained within a fire ring. Be sure to carry one with you if you plan on cooking over a fire. Small portable grills and stoves are also permitted. You can pick up cooking and camping supplies at one of the three onsite convenience stores.
Restaurants
If you want to switch up your meals from what is available at the venue, you can drive to nearby Brooklyn for more options. You’re sure to find delicious food with the creative local stops within five miles of the festival site. Many of the major fast-food chains also have branches in town.
Vendors
At the Faster Horses Country Festival, you’ll be able to savor some of the best tastes of the region. Organizers work with top regional chefs to deliver a unique festival experience to visitors. Vegans and vegetarians will have plenty of food options to enjoy, as well. Alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages will be sold throughout the grounds.
Safety
Security
All patrons and vehicles will be required to go through one of the checkpoints to enter the campgrounds. Security personnel will be present at every checkpoint conducting bag and vehicle searches. Patrons need to keep their camping passes and festival wristbands ready to present to security.
Weather
Faster Horses Festival takes place in the summer, so visitors are typically treated to plenty of sunshine in Michigan. While you’re preparing for your trip, check if any road or weather alerts have been issued in Jackson County or the surrounding areas. The festival's app and social media pages are updated with relevant information regularly.
Medical
The Faster Horses Country Festival venue will have several first aid stations, which will also be clearly marked on the event map. Portable restrooms will be available throughout the grounds. If you need to take specific medications, make sure you carry your prescription with you. These will have to be presented at the gate to be inspected by security.
