ON THAT NOTE: How to Do Big Music Fest

Where is it?

• McLennen Park, Kitchener
• Ottawa and Strasburg

How do I get there?

• If you drive, there are parking permits you can purchase
• DON’T PARK ON THE SIDE STREETS. It’s forbidden
• Accessibility Parking is available off Block Line
• A shuttle bus service is available from Conestoga College

What time does it start?

• Gates open at 1:30pm

Where are the Gates?

• Gate 1 (Public Entrance) is off of Ottawa Street at the McLennen Park entrance
• Gate 3 (VIP/Artist Entrance) is off of Block Line

What should I bring?

• Sunscreen
• Definitely sensible shoes; McLennen Park is still padded with woodchips
• Remember; there is no shade

What should I not bring?

• You can’t bring in outside beverages or food, so both of these things is a bad idea
• Remember – only a fool would try to smuggle in alcohol
• You cannot bring in chairs

What else should I know?

• There is no re-entry
• ATM’s are now available inside the park for your convenience
• There is no midway this year
• You will find more fencing this year, and the public admission site is condensed from last year. There is a vendors area leading towards the stage
• If you hold VIP tickets, you will be quite happy with your sight-lines this year; the area in front of the stage is split in half. General Admission is one side, VIP Beer Garden is on the other. It is divided by a fence
• There is no smoking inside any of the gated areas. You must go to a designated smoking area if you need a break
• There are now Food Vendors inside the Beer Gardens
• VIP also receive complimentary champagne tasting

Don’t forget

• This is a family-friendly event, but there is no re-entry, so plan accordingly
• There is no shade at McLennen Park
• The least expensive water/pop I found is $2.00

More information on Big Music Fest is available:

Big Music Fest

Kitchener Events

See you at the show!

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