Festival Info - Aftershock Festival | October 10-13, 2024 | Sacramento, CA

General Festival Info

Aftershock is an outdoor event.
Line-up, schedule and set times are subject to change.
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Location

Discovery Park
1000 Garden Highway
Sacramento, CA 95833

Festival Map

General Faqs

WHAT’S THE BEST WAY TO GET TO THE FESTIVAL?

Festival parking is not available within Discovery Park. Please visit our GETTING HERE to learn all the ways to get to Aftershock.

WHAT ABOUT THE WEATHER?

Aftershock is a rain or shine event, however, there are several instances in which the festival may be paused, evacuated, or canceled due to inclement weather, including (but not limited to): severe thunderstorms, lightning in our festival radius, excessive wind, hail, flooding, or as directed by local emergency personnel. We recommend fans review our Health & Safety page, so you can be best prepared to get to safety in the event of inclement weather.

WHAT AGES ARE ALLOWED?

This is an all ages event. All attendees are required to purchase a full price ticket, regardless of age. We strongly encourage parents to bring hearing protection for their children.

WILL RE-ENTRY BE ALLOWED AT THE FESTIVAL?

Re-entry into the festival is not permitted unless you have purchased an Admission + Hotel package through Fuse. Once you have entered the venue each day, you will not be allowed to leave and come back in. Please plan accordingly. If there is an emergency and you must leave, please speak to a supervisor at the gate.

MY FRIEND IS TERMINALLY ILL AND WANTS TO ATTEND THE SHOW. CAN YOU DO SOMETHING SPECIAL FOR THEM?

We work with Living The Dream Foundation, a great company that will do their best to accommodate these special fans when possible. They will screen all requests and reach out if there is an opportunity! Find out more and to contact LTD Foundation HERE.

WHERE CAN I GO TO PICK UP LOST ITEMS DURING & AFTER THE EVENT IS OVER?

Lost & Found is located at the Info Booths-located near each entrance. In addition to visiting the Info Booth on-site, there will be a link available during show days to search our found items database to see if your lost item has been turned in or submit a claim for your lost item. Post-show Lost & Found location will be shared on our social media during the show weekend.

WHICH STAGE AND WHAT TIME WILL BANDS BE PLAYING?

A full schedule with set times will be posted about two weeks before the show via our website, socials and mobile app.

WHAT TIME DO GATES OPEN DAILY?

Gate times are TBD and will be announced closer to the event. Usually gates open between 11am-Noon, however, this is subject to change.

WILL ALCOHOL BE SOLD?

Yes. Beer, wine and mixed drinks will be sold to those 21 or older with a valid government issued photo ID.

WILL THERE BE LOCKERS?

We will have lockers available for rent on site in both GA and VIP areas. Lockers measure 8”H x 12”W x 18”D and include a universal phone charger. Lockers are available to reserve currently, HERE.

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

CLEAN VIBES

Rock hard, recycle harder! We are excited to have Clean Vibes return to Aftershock this year to help keep Discovery Park clean. Clean Vibes is accepting volunteers to help with the cleanup and recycling effort in exchange for admission to the festival – a refundable deposit is required. Submit your volunteer application today, HERE.

Additional volunteering opportunities will be announced in early 2024!

HOW CAN I SUBMIT MY BAND?

We are not currently accepting fan or band submissions for signed artists. If you have an unsigned band, we have an amazing way to get on our radar via the DWPresents channel on Twitch. That Space Zebra show runs contests year round to help us find the best unsigned bands for a chance to play a DWP Festival. Submit an application today HERE.

DO YOU OFFER ANY SPECIAL HOTEL RATES FOR FANS?

Yes! We’ve partnered with our friends at Fuse, to offer packages that include weekend passes and discounted hotel reservation. Click HERE to grab your hotel package now!

HOW CAN I APPLY TO BE A VENDOR?

We are not currently accepting vendor applications at this time. Vendor applications will be available when the 2024 lineup is announced.

I AM A BREASTFEEDING MOTHER – WHAT ARE MY OPTIONS?

Breastfeeding mothers can come by the Info Booth/Access Center located near the main entrance of the festival. It is not private, so be prepared to bring in any cover you will need to feel comfortable. You can bring items necessary to pump into the venue (pump, small soft-sided cooler, ice packs, cover) however, we are not responsible for loss or damage of any items brought inside. If you have any questions feel free to reach out to access@aftershockfestival.com.

COVID PROTOCOLS

Exact COVID-19 safety protocol will be shared closer to the event adhering to the then-current guidelines of local, state, and national health officials. Preventative health measures (i.e. proof of negative COVID-19 test or COVID-19 vaccination, etc.) may be required for the festival. Protocols will be communicated as early as possible and are subject to change at any time. Refunds and chargebacks will not be accepted in a result of any COVID protocol implemented.

IS THERE CAMPING AT AFTERSHOCK?

No, camping is prohibited in all areas of Discovery Park.

Allowed / Not Allowed Items

Please be advised that there will be elevated security measures in place for Aftershock. Please carefully check the list of prohibited items and arrive very early to allow extra time for screening. All entrances will have metal detectors; please plan accordingly.

*** WE DO NOT PROVIDE ON-SITE STORAGE FOR PROHIBITED ITEMS. ***

WHAT CAN I BRING WITH ME INTO THE FESTIVAL?

CELLPHONES & SMALL PORTABLE CHARGERS
SUNSCREEN (NON-AEROSOL)
ONE FACTORY-SEALED BOTTLE OF WATER (20 OZ. MAX SIZE) OR ONE EMPTY PLASTIC REFILLABLE WATER BOTTLE (NO HYDROFLASKS OR YETIS)
BINOCULARS
TOWELS AND LIGHT BLANKETS
SMALL, POINT-AND-SHOOT DIGITAL CAMERA
HATS AND SUNGLASSES
EARPLUGS
SEALED PACKS OF CIGARETTES & CIGARS
VAPE PENS & E-CIGARETTES
WE STRONGLY ENCOURAGE YOU TO NOT BRING BAGS OF ANY SORT. IF YOU MUST BRING A BAG, PLEASE ABIDE BY OUR BAG POLICY BELOW:

WHAT IS NOT ALLOWED INTO THE FESTIVAL?

NO LARGE BAGS, BACKPACKS, OR DUFFLE BAGS – SEE BAG POLICY IN ALLOWED ITEMS
NO COOLERS OR PICNIC BASKETS
NO OUTSIDE FOOD OR BEVERAGES – EXCEPTION: ONE FACTORY-SEALED BOTTLE OF WATER (20 OZ. MAX SIZE)
NO METAL CONTAINERS (EX. YETIS OR HYDROFLASKS)
NO GLASS CONTAINERS
NO STROLLERS
NO VIDEO CAMERAS OR GOPROS
NO AUDIO RECORDING DEVICES
NO LAPTOPS OR TABLETS
NO PROFESSIONAL CAMERAS OR CAMERAS WITH REMOVABLE LENSES
NO SELFIE STICKS
NO LASERS OR LASER POINTERS
NO DRONES
NO CHAIRS OF ANY KIND – INCLUDING INFLATABLE LOUNGER AIR SOFAS
NO UMBRELLAS
NO HULA HOOPS OR TOTEMS
NO BALLOONS OR BEACH BALLS
NO CONFETTI OR GLOW STICKS
NO AEROSOL CANS
NO WHISTLES OR AIR HORNS
NO FIREWORKS OR EXPLOSIVES
NO MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS OF ANY KIND
NO CAMELBAKS OR OTHER REFILLABLE HYDRATION PACKS
NO WEAPONS OF ANY KIND
NO DRUGS OR DRUG PARAPHERNALIA
NO PETS (WITH EXCEPTION OF SERVICE ANIMALS)
NO COLORS OR PATCHES
NO CHAINS, CHAIN WALLETS, OR SPIKES
NO UNAUTHORIZED VENDING OR ADVERTISING
NO WALKIE TALKIES/TWO WAY RADIOS

Your safety is our number one concern, so these items are also subject to change at any time and at the discretion of the security staff.

CAN I BRING A PRESCRIPTION MEDICATION OR MEDICALLY NECESSARY FOOD ITEMS INTO THE FESTIVAL?

Outside food and drink are not allowed inside the festival, but if you have a special medical dietary restriction, enough food for the one person for the day will be allowed. Fans are allowed to bring their medically necessary materials and medications into the festival, provided that all medicine has a prescription label with the fan’s name. Medicines needing to be inhaled, vaporized, or smoked are prohibited unless in a prescribed inhaler. Please note: Drugs of any kind (incl. cannabis, cannabis products) are prohibited.

Staff at the entry gates will verify the contents of any medically necessary materials. Out of concern for the festival staff who handle the trash, please dispose of your medical waste and syringes in the proper disposal, which is located at the medical tent. Please do not dispose of these items in other trash bins at the festival. Please direct any further questions to access@aftershockfestival.com.

Cashless Faqs

WHAT PAYMENT TYPES ARE INCLUDED UNDER 'CASHLESS'?

Credit/Debit cards, Apple Pay, Google Pay, Android Pay, Tap to Pay, and registered RFID wristband are all forms of accepted ‘Cashless’ payment types.

CAN I STILL PAY WITH A CREDIT/DEBIT CARD?

Yes, you can still use your credit or debit card at any point of sale terminal.

WHAT FORMS OF PAYMENT WILL BE ACCEPTED?

Credit and debit Card payments will be accepted in addition to RFID wristband, Tap to Pay, Apple Pay and Google Pay.

WILL ALL VENDORS ACCEPT RFID BANDS?

Both card payments and RFID wristbands will be accepted by all food and beverage vendors, and merchandise tents.

WILL THERE BE REVERSE ATMS?

Yes! We will have reverse ATMs on site, for you to exchange your cash into a prepaid Mastercard. There is a $5 minimum and $500 maximum transaction, with a $4.95 fee per card.