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Is the festival held every year?
What is the event schedule times for each day?
Where is the festival held?
Are kids free?
When do tickets go on sale?
Which ticket should I buy?
Can a person under 21 years old purchase the 3 or 2-day combo ticket?
Where can I buy tickets?
What if it rains?
Will the event sell out?
Where is Will Call? Where is the Box Office?
What is the Friday Night Blues Cookout and Concert?
How does the Mammoth Festival of Beers Grand Tasting work?
What if I lose or break my commemorative taster glass?
I attended last year's festival and didn’t get a 2009 Bluesapalooza Tasting Glass. How do I get one?
When do you announce the performers?
When are the Bluesapalooza Concerts?
What is the Sunday Morning Hangover Party and Concert?
Are there hotels within walking distance?
Is there camping nearby?
Where should I park?
Should I bring my own chairs?
Can I bring my pet to the festival?
Can I bring food into the festival?
Can I purchase food at the Festival?
Can I smoke?
Can I exit the event once I enter?
What is provided on festival grounds?
What should I bring?
What NOT to bring?
Can I record a performance?
Is there Handicap Parking?
Who do I contact if I have questions or suggestions?
What is the event schedule times for each day?
Where is the festival held?
Are kids free?
When do tickets go on sale?
Which ticket should I buy?
Can a person under 21 years old purchase the 3 or 2-day combo ticket?
Where can I buy tickets?
What if it rains?
Will the event sell out?
Where is Will Call? Where is the Box Office?
What is the Friday Night Blues Cookout and Concert?
How does the Mammoth Festival of Beers Grand Tasting work?
What if I lose or break my commemorative taster glass?
I attended last year's festival and didn’t get a 2009 Bluesapalooza Tasting Glass. How do I get one?
When do you announce the performers?
When are the Bluesapalooza Concerts?
What is the Sunday Morning Hangover Party and Concert?
Are there hotels within walking distance?
Is there camping nearby?
Where should I park?
Should I bring my own chairs?
Can I bring my pet to the festival?
Can I bring food into the festival?
Can I purchase food at the Festival?
Can I smoke?
Can I exit the event once I enter?
What is provided on festival grounds?
What should I bring?
What NOT to bring?
Can I record a performance?
Is there Handicap Parking?
Who do I contact if I have questions or suggestions?
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Is the festival held every year?
The Festival is held every year on the 1st weekend of August. This year, it’s August 6-8, 2010.
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What is the event schedule times for each day?
Friday Night Blues Cookout & Concert . . (Food Court Open 5pm–8pm . . . Blues Concert 5pm–9pm)
Saturday Grand Tasting & Bluesapalooza . . . (Beer Tasting 12pm–5pm . . . Bluesapalooza 12pm–9pm)
Sunday Morning Hangover Party & Concert . . . (9am–2pm)
Festival Gates Open
Friday . . . 4:45 pm
Saturday . 11:45 am
Sunday . . 8:45 am
Admittance to the festival site is not allowed before these times. Please do not leave your chairs or blankets overnight at the site as they will be removed. For more details, check the 2010 Event Schedule
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Where is the festival held?
The Festival is held at Sam’s Wood Site in Mammoth Lakes, CA, on Minaret Rd. between Main St. and Meridian Blvd. For more details, check the directions to Mammoth Lakes & a local map to Sam’s Wood Site. Directions
This is an outdoor venue and we encourage you to bring your own low-back beach chairs or blankets. As a courtesy to your neighbors no high-back chairs, umbrellas or pop-up tents that block everyone's view of the stage.
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Are kids free?
Children 10 and under are free with a paid adult. Ages 11+ must purchase a ticket.
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When do tickets go on sale?
ON SALE NOW! Please note: Tickets are non-refundable and non-replaceable. Each ticket holder MUST be present when exchanging tickets that include beer tasting for wristbands at the Festival, and must bring a current Photo I.D. that includes your birth date. An individual will not be able to receive wristbands for other ticket holders not present that include beer tasting.
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Which ticket should I buy?
We offer a variety of ticket types and prices; choose the option that works best for you! If you are planning on attending all three days of the festival and want to take part in the entire event then the 3-Day Combo Ticket at $99/person is your best buy. This ticket includes the Friday Night Blues Cookout and Concert (includes dinner); Saturday's Bluesapalooza concerts, unlimited beer tasting and commemorative taster glass; and Sunday's Hangover Party. There also is a 2-Day Combo Ticket that includes all of the above except the Sunday Hangover Party. Single day tickets as well as tickets for non-beer drinkers are also available. Beer and wine can be purchased ala carte at the festival. You are not allowed to bring alcoholic beverages into the festival.
For a complete listing of ticket options, go to Tickets
BE ADVISED - WE ARE AGAIN EXPECTING A SELL OUT! Buy Your Tickets Well In Advance!
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Can a person under 21 years old purchase the 3 or 2-day combo ticket?
Yes, but for obvious reasons, they will not be allowed to take part in the Festival of Beers Grand Tasting. (They will not receive a commemorative tasting glass.) They will be able to attend all of the concerts and the Friday Night Blues Cookout Dinner.
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Where can I buy tickets?
You can buy tickets in advance:
• Online www.Vallitix.com
• Over the phone, call Vallitix toll free (888) 825-5484
• In Mammoth Lakes at Mammoth Brewing Company Tasting Room, located at 94 Berner St. Open daily, (760) 934-7141
NOTE: There are no phone or online ticket sales available through Mammoth Brewing Company Tasting Room. Walk-in sales only. Unless there’s a sell out, tickets are available at the box office, which opens at 4pm, Friday, August 6th; 10am, Saturday, August 7th; and 8am Sunday, August 8th. We encourage you to buy tickets in advance.
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What if it rains?
The festival will go on rain or shine.
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Will the event sell out?
YES! Purchase your tickets well in advance!
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Where is Will Call? Where is the Box Office?
Will Call & the Box Office are located at the main entrance to the event site - Sam’s Wood Site on Minaret Rd. When you arrive at the site, please take a moment to consider your options for entry to the festival. If you are already holding your tickets, you may proceed directly to the check in area (Tent to the right of the entrance) for wrist banding, ID checking, and taster glasses. If you have to pick up tickets at Will Call or buy tickets, proceed to the appropriately signed window at the Box Office (building to the left of the main entrance). Brewers and Volunteers should check-in at the Log Cabin.
Festival Site Map
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What is the Friday Night Blues Cookout and Concert?
The perfect way to kick-off your Bluesapalooza weekend! The Friday Night Cookout is offered from 5pm–8pm and the Blues Concert is 6pm–9pm. If you purchase both the Cookout and Concert Ticket, you will receive a Food Voucher entitling the holder to 1 complimentary dinner. The Food ticket will be valid at participating food vendors. You also can attend just the Friday Night Blues Concert without the Food Voucher. This year’s headliner is Grammy Nominee Ruthie Foster with a to be announced special guest. For more details, check the 2010 Event Schedule
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How does the Mammoth Festival of Beers Grand Tasting work?
If you have purchased a Beer Tasting ticket, you will receive a complimentary tasting glass when you check in on Friday or Saturday. The Beer Tasting will be from 12pm–5pm on Saturday only (No beer tasting Friday night, but beer is for sale).
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What if I lose or break my commemorative taster glass?
Hang on to those taster glasses! If you break or lose your glass, we do not provide replacements. You can purchase a replacement for $5.00 but only if supplies last. If you would like to purchase additional commemorative festival glasses, you may do so at the end of the festival while supplies last.
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I attended last year's festival and didn’t get a 2009 Bluesapalooza Tasting Glass.
How do I get one?
Last year's festival was our first sell out and we consequently ran short on tasting glasses. Everyone who bought a ticket received either a previous year’s tasting glass, or a Mammoth Brewing Company Pint Glass. If you received one of these other glasses and would like to get a 2009 tasting glass, simply bring that previous year's tasting glass or the MBC Pint Glass, into Mammoth Brewing’s Tasting room during business hours and we will happily exchange your glass. Or if you prefer, you can purchase a 2009 Bluesapalooza Tasting Glass for $4.
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When do you announce the performers?
We announce the performers when the line-up is complete in early 2010. For more details, check the 2010 Bands
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When are the Bluesapalooza Concerts?
The Friday Night Blues Concert is from 6pm–9pm. Saturday’s Bluesapalooza is from 12pm–9pm. Sunday Morning Hangover Party and Concert is from 9am – 2pm. For more details, check the 2010 Event Schedule
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What is the Sunday Hangover Party & Concert?
It's a great way to wrap up your Blues & Brews weekend. This year’s headliner is the legendary DAVE MASON with special guest The Delgado Brothers. Bloody Mary's, pancake breakfast, food court, and more available. (Food/beverage is separate cost.) Take advantage of the discounted 3-Day Combo Package and save money.
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Are there hotels within walking distance?
Yes. To name a few, The WESTIN, Alpenhof Lodge, Hidden Valley Condos and The Village at are all within walking distance. Please see our website’s Lodging page for more information, or www.VisitMammoth.com
A trolley also will be running.
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Is there camping nearby?
Camp High Sierra is the closest, (760) 934-2368. Mammoth RV Park, (760) 934-3822, and US Forest Service Campgrounds are nearby. For more information visit www.VisitMammoth.com
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Where should I park?
Parking is located along Minaret Rd. between Main St. and Meridian Blvd. Please park at an angle between the white lines. There also is parking at the Eagle Lodge Parking lot at the end of Meridian Blvd. across from Juniper Springs Resort. A trolley runs every 15 minutes that makes a stop at the Festival.
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Should I bring my own chairs?
Yes, or blankets. As a courtesy to your neighbors, chairs must be low-back beach style chairs. Please no high-back chairs, umbrellas, or pop-up tents that block the view of the stage.
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Can I bring my pet to the festival?
No pets are allowed on festival grounds. Please do not leave your pet in your car, or tied up outside of the festival. If you are traveling with your pet, please contact the following local pet services to arrange day sitting or a boarding service. Marta’s Doggie Day Care, (760) 924-7268 www.MartasDoggieDayCare.com or Long Valley Dog Retreat, (760) 935-4751 www.LongValleyDogRetreat.com
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Can I bring food into the festival?
Yes, you are welcome to bring your own food, however NO OUTSIDE ALCOHOLIC beverages. We also have a splendid Food Court with over ten vendors boasting a hearty, healthy variety of food, including delicious BBQ, pita sandwiches, sausages, gyros, Thai, pizza, Cajun, Mexican, spicy chicken wings, pretzels, cookies, coffee and more! Wine and beer also is available for purchase at three bars located on the festival site.
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Can I smoke?
Only if you must, and only in two designated smoking areas.
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Can I exit the event once I enter?
Yes. Once you receive your wristband, you may enter and exit the event as you please.
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What is provided on festival grounds?
The Festival provides incredible music, good times, great beer(!) as well as port-a-potties, hand sinks, trash and recycling, Lost & Found, food vendors, and beer and wine available for purchase (in addition to the beer tasting on Saturday).
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What should I bring?
A current Photo I.D including your birth date (no photo copies accepted); sunscreen; low-back sand chairs; a blanket; and warm clothes for the evening concerts. Mammoth's summer weather is perfect but high elevation sun can be intense. There is plenty of shade at the festival of the site but the area closest to the stage is very sunny - apply sunscreen, wear a hat, and sunglasses.
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What NOT to bring?
There is no glass, pets, alcohol, professional photo or video recording equipment, or Frisbees allowed on the festival grounds. Alcohol (beer and wine) will be available for purchase.
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Can I record a performance?
No audio or video recording is permitted.
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Is there Handicap Parking?
Yes, on Minaret Rd, near the Festival grounds. Please keep in mind that the Festival grounds are covered in soft woodchips and it may be difficult to maneuver a wheel chair, or crutches. This is an outside event, and the ground may be uneven. Please contact the Festival if you have any questions or if we can be of assistance. Handicapped port-a-potties are available.
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Who do I contact if I have questions or suggestions?
We love to hear from our festival attendees!
Event Sponsor – Mammoth Brewing Company (760) 934-7141
Event Producers – HarvestMoon Presents (888) 285-5893 Ext. 2, email.
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The Festival is held every year on the 1st weekend of August. This year, it’s August 6-8, 2010.
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What is the event schedule times for each day?
Friday Night Blues Cookout & Concert . . (Food Court Open 5pm–8pm . . . Blues Concert 5pm–9pm)
Saturday Grand Tasting & Bluesapalooza . . . (Beer Tasting 12pm–5pm . . . Bluesapalooza 12pm–9pm)
Sunday Morning Hangover Party & Concert . . . (9am–2pm)
Festival Gates Open
Friday . . . 4:45 pm
Saturday . 11:45 am
Sunday . . 8:45 am
Admittance to the festival site is not allowed before these times. Please do not leave your chairs or blankets overnight at the site as they will be removed. For more details, check the 2010 Event Schedule
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Where is the festival held?
The Festival is held at Sam’s Wood Site in Mammoth Lakes, CA, on Minaret Rd. between Main St. and Meridian Blvd. For more details, check the directions to Mammoth Lakes & a local map to Sam’s Wood Site. Directions
This is an outdoor venue and we encourage you to bring your own low-back beach chairs or blankets. As a courtesy to your neighbors no high-back chairs, umbrellas or pop-up tents that block everyone's view of the stage.
Back to Top
Are kids free?
Children 10 and under are free with a paid adult. Ages 11+ must purchase a ticket.
Back to Top
When do tickets go on sale?
ON SALE NOW! Please note: Tickets are non-refundable and non-replaceable. Each ticket holder MUST be present when exchanging tickets that include beer tasting for wristbands at the Festival, and must bring a current Photo I.D. that includes your birth date. An individual will not be able to receive wristbands for other ticket holders not present that include beer tasting.
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Which ticket should I buy?
We offer a variety of ticket types and prices; choose the option that works best for you! If you are planning on attending all three days of the festival and want to take part in the entire event then the 3-Day Combo Ticket at $99/person is your best buy. This ticket includes the Friday Night Blues Cookout and Concert (includes dinner); Saturday's Bluesapalooza concerts, unlimited beer tasting and commemorative taster glass; and Sunday's Hangover Party. There also is a 2-Day Combo Ticket that includes all of the above except the Sunday Hangover Party. Single day tickets as well as tickets for non-beer drinkers are also available. Beer and wine can be purchased ala carte at the festival. You are not allowed to bring alcoholic beverages into the festival.
For a complete listing of ticket options, go to Tickets
BE ADVISED - WE ARE AGAIN EXPECTING A SELL OUT! Buy Your Tickets Well In Advance!
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Can a person under 21 years old purchase the 3 or 2-day combo ticket?
Yes, but for obvious reasons, they will not be allowed to take part in the Festival of Beers Grand Tasting. (They will not receive a commemorative tasting glass.) They will be able to attend all of the concerts and the Friday Night Blues Cookout Dinner.
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Where can I buy tickets?
You can buy tickets in advance:
• Online www.Vallitix.com
• Over the phone, call Vallitix toll free (888) 825-5484
• In Mammoth Lakes at Mammoth Brewing Company Tasting Room, located at 94 Berner St. Open daily, (760) 934-7141
NOTE: There are no phone or online ticket sales available through Mammoth Brewing Company Tasting Room. Walk-in sales only. Unless there’s a sell out, tickets are available at the box office, which opens at 4pm, Friday, August 6th; 10am, Saturday, August 7th; and 8am Sunday, August 8th. We encourage you to buy tickets in advance.
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What if it rains?
The festival will go on rain or shine.
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Will the event sell out?
YES! Purchase your tickets well in advance!
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Where is Will Call? Where is the Box Office?
Will Call & the Box Office are located at the main entrance to the event site - Sam’s Wood Site on Minaret Rd. When you arrive at the site, please take a moment to consider your options for entry to the festival. If you are already holding your tickets, you may proceed directly to the check in area (Tent to the right of the entrance) for wrist banding, ID checking, and taster glasses. If you have to pick up tickets at Will Call or buy tickets, proceed to the appropriately signed window at the Box Office (building to the left of the main entrance). Brewers and Volunteers should check-in at the Log Cabin.
Festival Site Map
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What is the Friday Night Blues Cookout and Concert?
The perfect way to kick-off your Bluesapalooza weekend! The Friday Night Cookout is offered from 5pm–8pm and the Blues Concert is 6pm–9pm. If you purchase both the Cookout and Concert Ticket, you will receive a Food Voucher entitling the holder to 1 complimentary dinner. The Food ticket will be valid at participating food vendors. You also can attend just the Friday Night Blues Concert without the Food Voucher. This year’s headliner is Grammy Nominee Ruthie Foster with a to be announced special guest. For more details, check the 2010 Event Schedule
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How does the Mammoth Festival of Beers Grand Tasting work?
If you have purchased a Beer Tasting ticket, you will receive a complimentary tasting glass when you check in on Friday or Saturday. The Beer Tasting will be from 12pm–5pm on Saturday only (No beer tasting Friday night, but beer is for sale).
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What if I lose or break my commemorative taster glass?
Hang on to those taster glasses! If you break or lose your glass, we do not provide replacements. You can purchase a replacement for $5.00 but only if supplies last. If you would like to purchase additional commemorative festival glasses, you may do so at the end of the festival while supplies last.
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I attended last year's festival and didn’t get a 2009 Bluesapalooza Tasting Glass.
How do I get one?
Last year's festival was our first sell out and we consequently ran short on tasting glasses. Everyone who bought a ticket received either a previous year’s tasting glass, or a Mammoth Brewing Company Pint Glass. If you received one of these other glasses and would like to get a 2009 tasting glass, simply bring that previous year's tasting glass or the MBC Pint Glass, into Mammoth Brewing’s Tasting room during business hours and we will happily exchange your glass. Or if you prefer, you can purchase a 2009 Bluesapalooza Tasting Glass for $4.
Back to Top
When do you announce the performers?
We announce the performers when the line-up is complete in early 2010. For more details, check the 2010 Bands
Back to Top
When are the Bluesapalooza Concerts?
The Friday Night Blues Concert is from 6pm–9pm. Saturday’s Bluesapalooza is from 12pm–9pm. Sunday Morning Hangover Party and Concert is from 9am – 2pm. For more details, check the 2010 Event Schedule
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What is the Sunday Hangover Party & Concert?
It's a great way to wrap up your Blues & Brews weekend. This year’s headliner is the legendary DAVE MASON with special guest The Delgado Brothers. Bloody Mary's, pancake breakfast, food court, and more available. (Food/beverage is separate cost.) Take advantage of the discounted 3-Day Combo Package and save money.
Back to Top
Are there hotels within walking distance?
Yes. To name a few, The WESTIN, Alpenhof Lodge, Hidden Valley Condos and The Village at are all within walking distance. Please see our website’s Lodging page for more information, or www.VisitMammoth.com
A trolley also will be running.
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Is there camping nearby?
Camp High Sierra is the closest, (760) 934-2368. Mammoth RV Park, (760) 934-3822, and US Forest Service Campgrounds are nearby. For more information visit www.VisitMammoth.com
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Where should I park?
Parking is located along Minaret Rd. between Main St. and Meridian Blvd. Please park at an angle between the white lines. There also is parking at the Eagle Lodge Parking lot at the end of Meridian Blvd. across from Juniper Springs Resort. A trolley runs every 15 minutes that makes a stop at the Festival.
Back to Top
Should I bring my own chairs?
Yes, or blankets. As a courtesy to your neighbors, chairs must be low-back beach style chairs. Please no high-back chairs, umbrellas, or pop-up tents that block the view of the stage.
Back to Top
Can I bring my pet to the festival?
No pets are allowed on festival grounds. Please do not leave your pet in your car, or tied up outside of the festival. If you are traveling with your pet, please contact the following local pet services to arrange day sitting or a boarding service. Marta’s Doggie Day Care, (760) 924-7268 www.MartasDoggieDayCare.com or Long Valley Dog Retreat, (760) 935-4751 www.LongValleyDogRetreat.com
Back to Top
Can I bring food into the festival?
Yes, you are welcome to bring your own food, however NO OUTSIDE ALCOHOLIC beverages. We also have a splendid Food Court with over ten vendors boasting a hearty, healthy variety of food, including delicious BBQ, pita sandwiches, sausages, gyros, Thai, pizza, Cajun, Mexican, spicy chicken wings, pretzels, cookies, coffee and more! Wine and beer also is available for purchase at three bars located on the festival site.
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Can I smoke?
Only if you must, and only in two designated smoking areas.
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Can I exit the event once I enter?
Yes. Once you receive your wristband, you may enter and exit the event as you please.
Back to Top
What is provided on festival grounds?
The Festival provides incredible music, good times, great beer(!) as well as port-a-potties, hand sinks, trash and recycling, Lost & Found, food vendors, and beer and wine available for purchase (in addition to the beer tasting on Saturday).
Back to Top
What should I bring?
A current Photo I.D including your birth date (no photo copies accepted); sunscreen; low-back sand chairs; a blanket; and warm clothes for the evening concerts. Mammoth's summer weather is perfect but high elevation sun can be intense. There is plenty of shade at the festival of the site but the area closest to the stage is very sunny - apply sunscreen, wear a hat, and sunglasses.
Back to Top
What NOT to bring?
There is no glass, pets, alcohol, professional photo or video recording equipment, or Frisbees allowed on the festival grounds. Alcohol (beer and wine) will be available for purchase.
Back to Top
Can I record a performance?
No audio or video recording is permitted.
Back to Top
Is there Handicap Parking?
Yes, on Minaret Rd, near the Festival grounds. Please keep in mind that the Festival grounds are covered in soft woodchips and it may be difficult to maneuver a wheel chair, or crutches. This is an outside event, and the ground may be uneven. Please contact the Festival if you have any questions or if we can be of assistance. Handicapped port-a-potties are available.
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Who do I contact if I have questions or suggestions?
We love to hear from our festival attendees!
Event Sponsor – Mammoth Brewing Company (760) 934-7141
Event Producers – HarvestMoon Presents (888) 285-5893 Ext. 2, email.
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