Guidelines and Reminders for Winter Fantasy
We’re starting to get antsy now that Winter Fantasy is almost upon us and if you haven’t bought your ticket yet, some general admission might be available at check-in — but we highly recommend you purchase your tickets ahead of time.
Avoid frauds and scalpers, we’d hate for you to miss out on the excitement because of an invalid ticket. This event will take place rain or shine so dress to dance, come what may. That being said, we have a few other guidelines and reminders to make sure you have the best holiday experience at the third annual Winter Fantasy.
Zero Tolerance For Drug Use Or Possession
The use or possession of any illegal drugs or substances will not be tolerated — either inside or outside the venue. If you are found inebriated at the entrance, security will not allow you to enter the festival. Event staff reserves the right of admittance refusal.
Please bring a big smile and be prepared to enjoy the full Winter Fantasy experience — the people, music and dancing.
Security and Entry
Everyone will be searched upon entrance to the venue. You will need to empty your pockets and have all items examined. We reserve the right to refuse entry to anyone.
Bars for 21+
For patrons who are 21 and older, a selection of mixed drinks and cold beer will be served at the bars located throughout the Winter Fantasy grounds.
Food
An assorted menu will be available for purchase in the vendor village and at various stations around the venue.
Guidelines
- NO Re-entry/Ins & Outs
- NO Refunds or Exchanges
- NO Sitting on Designated Dance Floor Areas
- NO Moshing, Crowd Surfing or Stage Diving
- NO Unauthorized/Unlicensed Vendors Allowed
- NO Unauthorized Solicitations, Handbills, Sampling, Give-Aways, etc.
Prohibited Items
- NO Illegal Substances
- NO Drugs or Drug Paraphernalia
- NO Pets
- NO Massagers
- NO LED Gloves
- NO Orbs
- NO Glowsticks or Batons
- NO Laser Pointers
- NO Pacifiers or Dust Masks
- NO Glass, Cans, Cups or Coolers
- NO Markers, Pens or Spray Paint
- NO Large Chains or Spiked Jewelry
- NO Stickers, Flyers, Banners or Posters
- NO Balloons, Balls, Inflatable Balls or Frisbees
- NO Tents, Umbrellas, Chairs or Blankets
- NO Backpacks Over 10″x10″
- NO Camelbaks or Bota Bags
- NO Large Purses or Bags (Anything Over 10″ x 10″)
- NO Stuffed Animals or Dolls (Including Plush Backpacks)
- NO Open Packs of Cigarettes or Unsealed Tampons (Upon Entry)
- NO Outside Food or Beverages (Including Alcohol and Candy)
- NO Weapons of any Kind (Includes Pocket Knives, Pepper Spray, Fireworks, etc.)
- NO Professional Recording Equipment — Photo, Video, or Audio (No Detachable Lenses, Tripods, Big Zooms or Commercial Use Rigs)
- NO Video Cameras, including GoPros
- NO flags or totems which contain metal pieces, sharpened elements, or are capable of being pounded into the ground or hurting others. Totems without these pieces and deemed safe at entry will be allowed.
Acceptable Items
- OK Small Bags, Single Compartment Backpacks and Purses (maximum 10″ x 10″)
- OK Fanny Packs
- OK Non-Professional Flash/Still Cameras
- OK Ponchos
- OK Cell Phones
- OK Sunglasses
- OK Hats
- OK Lighters
- OK Closed Packs of Cigarettes
- OK Sealed/Wrapped Tampons
- OK Earplugs
- OK Sealed Chapstick and Lipgloss
- OK Glowing/Illuminated Costumes or Jewelry
- OK Hula Hoops
- OK Sealed Packs of Gum
Please Bring
- Your Ticket
- Your Photo ID
- Smiles
- Comfortable Clothing and Shoes
- Good Vibes
Special Thank You to The Gift's Partners, Staff, and Volunteers
As we say goodbye to the inaugural The Gift for 2013, all of us at Disco Donnie Presents and Sunset Events would like to thank the hundreds of volunteers and staff whose dedication, hard work, and commitment helped make The Gift an unbelievably memorable event.
We also want to recognize and thank the City of Tampa, Tampa Sports Authority, Tampa Sports Commission, Tampa Convention & Visitors Bureau, Tampa Police Department, and the Tampa Fire Department for their valued assistance and support! We couldn’t have done it without you.
We’ll see you next year!
Watch the Video Trailer for Ultimate Music Experience 2014
Are you ready for another edition of the Ultimate Music Experience? America’s largest Spring Break dance music event returns to Schlitterbahn Waterpark on South Padre Island, Texas on March 13-15th. Disco Donnie Presents, Global Groove Events, and Sugar Society are gearing up for the biggest UME yet, equipped with a massive lineup including our headliners Tiësto, Bassnectar, and Zedd, top notch stage production and a dance floor filled with thousands of like-minded friends.
The video trailer for UME is the perfect way to preview the sights and sounds of the Spring Break event. Take a peek at the beautiful shores of South Padre Island and even get a taste of the music from our talented roster.
General admission and limited quantity VIP tickets are now on sale, but already selling fast! Grab tickets while they’re still available today!
Stay tuned for our lineup announcement for the UME Pre Party, taking over Clayton’s Beach Resort on Wednesday, March 12th.
Announcing the 2014 Lineup for the Ultimate Music Experience
For the fourth year in a row, Disco Donnie Presents, Global Groove Events, and Sugar Society invite you to America’s largest Spring Break dance music event. The Ultimate Music Experience returns to Schlitterbahn Beach Waterpark on South Padre Island, Texas. Last year, tens of thousands of you made your way to UME making for the record-breaking weekend. Get ready to do it all again this forthcoming March 13-15th.
This year, we are excited to announce that dance music heavyweight Tiësto, bass veteran Bassnectar and electro wunderkind Zedd will be headlining our three-day experience for the 2014 edition.
If you can handle the monstrous amount of talent, then come join us on the dance floor for the Ultimate Music Experience 2014. Tickets are on sale now so buy yours today!
Ultimate Music Experience 2014 Lineup
Thursday, March 13
- Tiësto
- Carnage
- Dyro
- Pegboard Nerds
Friday, March 14
- Bassnectar
- Zeds Dead
- Paper Diamond
- Keys ‘N Krates
Saturday, March 15
- Zedd
- Boyz Noize
- Sandro Silva
- Brazzabelle
Day After Weekend Warriors: Anna Lunoe, Apster, Billy The Kit
Returning to Figali Plaza in Panamá City this coming January 10-12th, The Day After Festival is right around the corner. We’ve still got some time to kill before our tropical getaway, so before we get down, here are three mixes from our Day After Festival roster to get you pumped for the upcoming event.
Tickets are on sale now, buy your tickets today!
Billy The Kit presents: Rockin’ N’ Ravin’ #03
Dutch talent Billy The Kit treats fans to an action packed radio show broadcasted every third friday of the month on SLAM!FM. For the third episode, Billy shows off what he does best as master of the mashup and edits. We loved “Maximal Encore Animals” where Billy throws Tiësto, Jay Z, Linkin Park, and Martin Garrix together for one massive track.
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Apster b2b Bassjackers at Tomorrowland 2013
This year’s Tomorrowland brought in more talents than most people could keep track of. Among those talents was Day After Festival artist Apster who took the stage with Bassjackers for a ridiculous back-to-back hour set. You’ll get a heavy dose of tracks from other Day After Festivals artists like Hardwell, Dyro, and Martin Garrix but the last acappella definitely put a smile on our face.
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Anna Lunoe – Solé Fixtape Vol. 18
Every month, Los Angeles based company Solé Bicycles offers listeners one of their signature Fixtapes from an underground talent in the music industry. Aussie Day After Festival artist Anna Lunoe lent her talents to the series and it’s already one of our favorite mixes. Enjoy this mix while you’re chilling out or warming up.
“To me this mix is the soundtrack of a kind of happy/sad end of summer sunday. Some of these songs are new and some are very old. Thank you for listening and I hope that you enjoy.”
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- Disco Donnie Presents Honors First Responders, Veterans, and Gold-Star Families with $1,000,000 Ticket Donation
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