Country at the Creek 2025 is excited to invite you to join our Music Festival near Big River.
The setting in the boreal forest of the Ness Creek site adds a unique charm to the festival making it an intimate gathering for friends to enjoy together. Celebrating the 13th annual festival is a remarkable milestone and we couldn't be happier to have you share in this event with us.
We have 3 days of music and programming set to take place in the place it all began in 2012. join us to celebrate our 13th annual festival. We have a stellar lineup this year. We ask that you go visit our website at www.countryatthecreek.com to check out the lineup!! 
Country at the Creek Music Festival Headliner on July 4th 2025

Drake Milligan, born and raised in Fort Worth, Texas, is a multifaceted talent making waves in the Country Music scene and entertainment. With a voice that resonates with authenticity and depth, Milligan has captivated audiences with his soulful performances and magnetic presence. From an early age, Milligan displayed a natural inclination towards music, drawing inspiration from country legends like George Strait, Alan Jackson, Randy Travis, George Jones and Elvis. Armed with an appreciation for the history of country music, Drake Milligan moved to Nashville and immediately jumped into co-writes and recording sessions, where veteran songwriters taught him the art of storytelling ,legendary producers taught him how to perfect his voice, seasoned musicians backed the new guy, and his country music heroes shared advice on how to bring his music to life on stage. When it came time to craft his sound though, the country traditionalist turned to his roots: Texas. His debut album Dallas /Fort Worth via Stoney Creek Records, produced by award-winning music producer and industry icon Tony Brown (Brooks & Dunn, George Strait, Vince Gill) and songwriter/producer Brandon Hood, is stacked with songs all co-written by Milligan .Featuring 14tracks, his double-barreled baritone vocals match electrifying honky-tonk hooks, Western swing two-steppers and country pop balladry. Milligan uncorks exuberant themes of trouble-making fun, young romance, life-sustaining love and more on the project. Withhis debut, Milligan carved out a place for himself on the national scene. Securing No. 5 on Billboard’s Emerging Artists chart, his debut album was named “One of the Best Country Albums of 2022” by Billboard, Saving Country Music and Whiskey Riff, as it dominated iTunes, scoring him the #1 spot on iTunes Country Album Chart, All Genre Chart and Country Song Chart as well as the #1, #2 and #3 spots on the Video Chart. In an unprecedented move, CMT featured five of Milligan’s videos simultaneously on the network. Milligan competed on NBC’s America’s Got Talent (AGT)during season 17 and became a fan-favorite and Top 3 finalist .He recently returned to primetime television to compete on AGT’s new spin-off show Fantasy League, before hitting the road with country superstar and fellow Texan Cody Johnson for his 2024 The Leather Tour. Selling out venues across the nation including multiple sold-out shows at the legendary Billy Bob’s Texas in his hometown of Fort Worth, Milligan continues to conquer new milestones including making his Grand Ole Opry debut and Stagecoach Main Stage debut, being named an “Artist to Watch” by CMT and Pandora and earning a nomination at the 2023 CMT Awards for Breakthrough Male Video of the Year. Never taking his boot off the pedal, the pure-country hitmaker’s Jukebox Songs EP–released on February 16 marking another bold chapter in Milligan’s book. Produced by fellow Texan and traditionally minded star, Trent Willmon (Cody Johnson), the EP once again highlighted Milligan’s smooth, booming baritone vocal, towering over four fresh tracks full of instant-classic intensity and diversity country soul....including the "foot-tapper" I Got a Problem and the delicate rootsy arrangement of " Don't leave me Loving You" a timeless classic country ballad, aching and built on an emotional still tender wound.
Other Artists for the Weekend of Country at the Creek Include:
Dan Cugnet, Lost Highway Navigators, Darryl Anderson, The Bush Pies, Olivia Rose, Cruz Vallis, Kyle Fields, Justin Sutton & North of 49, Jessica Sevier, Jordyn Pollard, Magnum, Trick Ryder, Carson Janik, Dixie Highway, Munro and Patrick and more to be announced

The event kicks off on Thursday, July 3rd, but guests can opt for an early camping pass to access the site on Wednesday, July 2nd, from 4:00 pm onwards. The musical acts will start on the evening of July 3rd and continue until the early hours of July 6th. Attendees have the option to upgrade to a VIP ticket, granting access to the VIP Lounge at the Jack Millikin Centre. This exclusive area offers a private bar, appetizers, private restrooms, and indoor acoustic entertainment throughout the weekend. Meet-and-greet events will also occur here. The deck's patio may serve as an ideal spot for viewing the mainstage performances, accessible only to those with VIP wristbands.
Location
Ness Creek
SE-33-56-6-W3rd
Date & Time
July 3, 2025, 8:00 AM
www.jackmillikincentre.com

                        Sturgeon River Ride   $130 per person
                         July 3rd    11:00 am-3:00 pm
As you ride out from the ranch into the stunning Sturgeon River Valley,  the Wild West Side of the PA National Park, home of Canada's only free ranging herd of Plains Bison living in their historic habitat amidst the rugged beauty of nature. Take in this breathtaking adventure the first day of Country at the Creek. Arrive to the Sturgeon River Ranch and be prepared for prompt departure at 11:00 am sharp.  A light lunch will be provided on this adventure. You can request to ride in the Horse & Wagon, or you can choose the horseback ride. All guests who choose this add on will all ride together. The folks from Sturgeon River Ranch will ensure you are at the Festival site, by 4:00 pm.
To truly embrace the tranquility of the ranch, one could spend an extra night enveloped in the warm glow of the sunset, savoring the breathtaking.views of the horses at play while the gentle rustle of the breeze invites a deep sense of relaxation. For more information we invite you to email them @ [email protected]
to order your ride, on the Registration page, just click on the Ad on's button and subscribe
www.sturgeonriverranch.com

VIP Accomodations Pkg's
CATC VIP Experience Pkg.
Accomodations for 6 with VIP Tickets
Thursday-Saturday. Only 1 Cabin Available for this Pkg $1650
This experience package includes a cabin situated backstage, and can accommodate 6 people .  6 VIP passes are included. There are two double beds and two single bunkbeds and with this cabin, you can also bring your. The package includes 6 VIP tickets as well as accommodations for Thursday, Friday & Saturday. This package is available until February 01, 2025
 CATC ULTIMATE Festival VIP Pkg with      Accommodations for 8 people               $2650 - Thurs Fri & Sat. 
                 only 1 cabin available 
for this package. 
Would you like to have the convenience of having accommodations right on site.
No need to worry about bringing your RV, we can accommodate you with the purchase of a VIP Ticket. These accommodations are in a new modern cabin with its own washroom and shower. This package is available until February 01, 2025

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