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Festival Location:

Nevada County Fairgrounds
11228 McCourtney Road
Grass Valley, CA 95949

WHAT TO BRING

Plan your fest ahead of time!

We don’t have public wifi so you can even (sort of) “unplug” for the weekend. Printed guides available at Gate 1, Info Booth, KVMR/Festival Merch booth, Gate 4, Gate 5. Or you can view the schedule download and print from this website.

What should I know before I go?

  • Bring a low back or regular folding chair, jacket and flashlight
  • Coolers are allowed, but no glass or cans
  • Bring cloth napkins and utensils
  • No firearms or weapons
  • No solicitation, sales activities, or busking without written permission
  • Plan your fest! Performance Schedule HERE

What should I pack?

WHAT TO PACK LIST

  • TICKETS- Print at Home, On Handheld Device or present ID
  • Tent
  • Shade canopy
  • Ground cover
  • Mattress/sleeping pad
  • Bedding or sleeping bag & pillow
  • Flashlight
  • Camp Stove
  • Camp lantern
  • Camp table
  • Camp chairs
  • Face Covering (worn over the face and nose to prevent transmission of COVID-19)
  • Shade canopy
  • Water jugs/wagon (for carrying water back to camp)
  • Spray bottle (great for keeping cool on warm days)
  • Clothing for warm days and cool nights
  • Sunhat
  • Sunscreen
  • Water bottle/mug, plate & utensils (for re-use in camp and at the Food Court)
  • Portable FM Radio (for listening to Hog Ranch Radio in camp)
  • Rain gear (Just in case)
  • Soap and Towel
  • Ear Plugs
  • Cup or container for drinks (no glass is allowed on the Music Meadow)
  • Wagon (very handy for hauling gear around and sleeping kids back from the Music Meadow)
  • Musical instruments (for jamming with friends and neighbors)

How do I get a refund?

  • No refunds
  • Performers are subject to change without notice

Will the weather affect things?

  • This is a rain-or-shine event!

Prohibited Items

PROHIBITED ITEMS:

Absolutely NO PETS allowed on the festival grounds or parking lots (service animals are welcome).

No fireworks.

No amplified music or drum circles from 11 PM to 11 AM.

No open flame, candles, campfires, or charcoal grills (cook stoves OK). HIGH FIRE DANGER!

No video recording of any performances.

No motorized vehicles (golf carts, ATVs, e-Bikes).

No unauthorized vending – if you’re not a registered vendor you may not sell or distribute anything on the festival grounds. Violators are subject to confiscation and/or ejection.

No laser pens or similar focused-light devices.

No professional photography equipment.

No unauthorized motorized and/or remote control aerial devices, toys, cameras or equipment (drones, toy planes, etc.).

No illegal or illicit substances, drugs, or drug paraphernalia

No outside alcohol in FAIRGROUNDS.

No confetti, streamers or loose glitter (wearable cosmetics are acceptable)

Additional items may be prohibited at the discretion of law enforcement or the security officials.

No weapons for costumes without proper Peace Ties. Patrons in full costume are highly encouraged. Any costume involving arms of any kind must be “Peace Tied” for entry and throughout the festival, and are subject to approval by security before being allowed entry to the festival. If you need more information about how to Peace Tie weaponry, a quick google search will yield plenty of options including cordage, zip ties, even ribbons. We don’t have a specific requirement for how you choose to Peace Tie your weapons, so as long as gate security feels it is adequate, all is well!

What are the Music Meadow GUIDELINES?

Music Meadow Guidelines:

  • No cans or glass.
  • No large coolers (soft-sided “lunch-sized” permitted).
  • No chairs higher than 18” in front of the soundboard.
  • No Frisbee or disc throwing.
  • No outside beverages. Exceptions:
    • Sealed water bottles
    • Kids’ juice/milk boxes/baby formula
    • One drink in a cup (16 oz or under) per person

Can I bring my dog?

  • No Pets: Service Animals only

Can I bring my camera?

Professional photography equipment is not permitted without prior authorization and registration as a member of the media. Hobby cameras, cell phone cameras and those without detachable lenses are permitted. If you would like to register as a photographer ahead of the event, please email Marketing Manager Kristin Maher – marketplace@nullkvmr.org no later than Thursday, 5/2.

Can I bring alcohol?

  • No alcohol can be brought in from offsite

How much are ticketing fees?

  • $5
  • Kids age 5 and under are free

Do kids get in free?

  • Kids age 5 and under are free

How do I volunteer for the Festival and what do I get if I do?

Thank you for your interest in Volunteering! Please visit our Volunteer page and/or see our Volunteer Letter for signup info!

What about this Raffle? Where do I see the prizes? Where do I buy tickets?

The Raffle drawing will be Sunday May 5th at 7:15 PM on the Main Stage so you can pick up your items before you leave the festival!

The KVMR Booth by the Northern Mines building on the Main Green will sell raffle tickets and display raffle items donated by our generous Marketplace vendors.

Money Man Marc Cuniberti will be roaming around selling raffle tickets for $1 at Celtic Fest. With his firm grasp on finances, it’s no surprise Marc is the #1 raffle-ticket-salesman of all times! His commentary, Money Matters, is biweekly Tuesdays, on KVMR’s Evening News.

Are there lockers to store belongings?

No storage facilities.

Scheduled Musicians performing can check instruments in.  No overnight storage.

What should I do if I have questions or an issue during the festival?

Visit KVMR info booth located near the food court across from the restrooms.

For pre-fest questions, please contact events@nullkvmr.org | (530) 265-9073

Where do I buy merch?

KVMR booth Artist Merch, Festival Merch at KVMR Booth on the green by Main Stage.

What is the festival photography policy?

  • PLEASE BE AWARE THAT BY ENTERING THIS AREA, YOU CONSENT TO YOUR VOICE, NAME, AND/OR LIKENESS BEING USED, WITHOUT COMPENSATION, IN FILMS AND TAPES FOR EXPLOITATION IN ANY AND ALL MEDIA, WHETHER NOW KNOWN OR HEREAFTER DEVISED, FOR ETERNITY, AND YOU RELEASE KVMR CELTIC FESTIVAL, ITS SUCCESSORS, ASSIGNS AND LICENSEES FROM ANY LIABILITY WHATSOEVER OF ANY NATURE.
  • DO NOT ENTER THIS AREA IF YOU DO NOT WISH TO BE SUBJECT TO THE FOREGOING.

What is the weapons policy for costumes?

  • Patrons in full costume are highly encouraged. Any costume involving arms of any kind must be “Peace Tied” for entry and throughout the festival, and are subject to approval by security before being allowed entry to the festival. If you need more information about how to Peace Tie weaponry, a quick google search will yield plenty of options including cordage, zip ties, even ribbons. We don’t have a specific requirement for how you choose to Peace Tie your weapons, so as long as gate security feels it is adequate, all is well!

What is the chair policy at the main stage?

  • To ensure good visibility, all chairs placed on the Main Stage meadow in front of the sound booth must be 30” or less from the top of the chair to the ground while in the full upright position. The measurement from the seat to the ground must be 10”or less.
  • You may position your chair on the meadow, first come, first served. Please do not disturb someone else’s chair.
  • Any unoccupied chair is open for use by anyone until the owner arrives. If you do not want your chair used, take it with you when you leave the area.
  • Lowback chair row seating in Main Stage meadow is in front of the sound booth. Regular-sized folding chairs, tarps or blankets can be used for seating further from the stage.