Canoegrass Outdoor Event
WHAT WE DO

Bluegrass, Camping & Boat loads of Fun!

Canoegrass is a playing in the water, laughing with friends kind of bluegrass festival and campout. Canoegrass is returning for its 8th year in 2022! We are stoked to build on the positive energy at Masters Outdoor Retreat established during the last two years. This private property near Sidney, OH offers something for everyone. Our signature water scene stays alive on this 11 acre property. It features a 2 acre pond, lake zipline, blob, sand volleyball court, and playground. It is conveniently located 45 miles north of Dayton, OH – just minutes west of Interstate 75 in Houston, OH.

This isn’t your ordinary festival. It is a backyard party where you get wet, wild, stomp your feet and splash your friends all weekend long. Bring a friend and a cooler and come camp at our annual summertime reunion at Masters Outdoor Retreat.

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Mother Stewart’s Brewing

Canoegrass at Mothers

THURSDAY, JULY 28

This is a Canoegrass takeover like no other in history! We are bringing our festive vibe to Mom’s house. In this case, Mother Stewarts Brewing Company. The evening will feature a full night of music including a jam session led by Harold Hensley Music, Cassandra Barker and Sleepy Andy Tracy with a closing set by The Yarnspinners from Ludlow Falls, OH.
 
Bring your floaties, beach chairs, swimsuits, and most importantly your friends and help us transform the brewery into a Canoegrass frenzy. There will be kiddie pools to cool off in on a hot summer night in Springfield. No peeing in the pool.
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activities

Weekend Highlights include:

  • = Additional Fees Apply
  • = Included With ticket
  • Wagner Subaru Lake front stage featuring 13 regional acts
  • Tent camping
  • Van/RV/Car Camp
  • Playground
  • Swimming
  • Ziplining
  • Blob Bouncing
  • Lake Floating
  • Water Trampoline/SUP Jousting
  • Community Bonfire
  • Open Mic
  • Hammock Hangout
  • Gratitude Toast sponsored by Mother Stewarts Brewing Company
  • Sand Volleyball
  • Bonfire Jams
  • Yoga
  • Family photo
  • Pello Bikes Wheelie Fun Zone
  • Youth 13 and under FREE

We offer many ways to get adventurous at Canoegrass or you can just chill in your float! Drink plenty of water and apply sunscreen either way. Explore the options!

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Rules

GUEST EXPECTATIONS

Our festival is welcoming to everyone regardless of age, skin color, sexual orientation, gender, political affiliation, etc. We do not tolerate any discriminatory behavior, signage, clothing or messaging that is opposing to this view. Our festival is not the place for anything other than love and good vibes. We like to keep it simple. Everyone who attends Canoegrass should come with a spirit of love and assume good intentions. Our festival guests are happy folks 99% of the time. Please avoid being a part of the 1% category. Bottomline, negative behavior will not be tolerated.

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CANOEGRASS 

TOMFOOLERY FUN AT CANOEGRASS

We’re hoping you’ll join us in the spirit of our producer, Tomfoolery Outdoors, who
reminds us all to play outside, smile and try to make a positive difference in the world.
Many of our favorite summer camp style activities return with a few new surprises.

Biking Canoegrass

Biking

Canoegrass offers convenient access to over 350 miles of paved trail to explore.
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Jousting Canoegrass

Jousting

An annual favorite, jousting is BACK! That’s right medieval jousting combined with our lake fun! 
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The Blob Canoegrass

The Blob

This is no blob from a horror movie. It is an adventurous spirit’s dream. Climb to the top of the zipline tower then take a deep breath and jump onto a giant inflatable blob launching you and your friend in the lake.
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Ziplining Canoegrass

Lake Zipline

Masters Outdoor Retreat features a zipline platform that will allow guests to get some air time before they cool off in the lake.
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Tons of activities to discover, see what exciting adventures we've got at Canoegrass!!!

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Canoegrass Music
Music

Live Music
All weekend

At Canoegrass, you’ll find music everywhere—around campfires, at the Wagner Subaru Lakefront stage, and even on the lake! We are adding daily floating concerts on our giant SOL Paddleboards this year thanks to The Brightside Music & Event Venue. You can expect to hear some scheduled performances—but don’t be surprised if someone breaks into song spontaneously. Our Open Mic stage is ready for you to show us what you got! We encourage all of you to help create a thriving music scene by jamming wherever you find the inspiration.

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Testimonials

THOUGHTS FROM CANOEGRASSERS

We call ourselves Canoegrassers! A fun-loving, adventurous, playful, accepting
bunch of people that gather the first weekend of August each summer.
“I have only been to one other Canoegrass and both were spectacular. However, this is the first year I have brought a friend. We’ve had a wonderful weekend. I hope to come back again and expose more of my friends to the joy I experienced. Thank you for those experiences”
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Izzy
“I met a new friend and had to chase them off trampoline at 1 am, which was awesome. The hardest part was trying to be serious when I yelled at her. It brings back memories of when I was a kid, growing up with her mom. That is what I think Canoegrass is all about. Having fun, being kids again, making new friends and appreciating the old friends.”
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Jess
“Family came and will come again. We cannot wait to spread the word about Canoegrass. Welcoming, social and super friendly. We appreciate the organization and fun. Wonderful event.”
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Michelle and Todd
“Amazing Weekend. Love the vibe. Love the family atmosphere. Super fun for adults without being inappropriate for families. Proves you can have clean fun. Love what you are doing. Bringing kids next time.”
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Keith J.
“I have rejoined with special spirits I haven’t been with in centuries.....possibly longer! Thanks you for making this possible.”
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Tiffany
"This is by far, one of the most amazing and inspirational festivals i have attended. The setting, the vibe, the music; absolutely outstanding. Would recommend anyone with a love of the outdoors and music attend this gem of an event. Can't wait for next year!"
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Johnny