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Bon Iver's Justin Vernon Becomes Bob Dylan for a Night
23 Apr
Summary
- Justin Vernon will perform as 'Bon Dylan' at the Eaux Claires Festival.
- The performance will feature 1994-style Bob Dylan cosplay.
- The festival takes place July 24-25, with this show being a one-time event.
The Eaux Claires Festival, scheduled for July 24-25, 2026, will host a unique performance by Justin Vernon under the moniker 'Bon Dylan.' This singular show promises a dedicated suite of songs presented with Vernon embodying a 1994-era Bob Dylan, complete with thematic cosplay. Vernon explained the inspiration behind the project stemmed from a shared community feeling after seeing Bob Dylan perform locally, motivating him to revive the festival.
This artistic endeavor represents Vernon's first and only planned performance for the year under any guise. He expressed a desire to step outside his established persona, stating, "I thought it'd be cool to try to be Bob Dylan for a night. I'm trying to turn Bon into Bob." The 'Bon Dylan' performance will feature an ensemble cast of accomplished musicians.
