Hours

Box Office open at 11:30am
Gates open at 12:00pm
Event ends at 5:00pm

Parking

Parking is available at Raging Rivers for a $10 fee. There will be a parking attendant upon entering the parking lot and staff to assist you to the available spaces.

Acceptable Identification

This event is open to fans who are ages 18+ and above. Apart from your ticket and good vibes, the most important thing to have is an accepted form of identification. Before you head to the park, make sure your ID is good to go!

Any US or Canada government-issued driver’s license or ID card containing a photograph and date of birth.
Foreign government-issued passport containing a photograph and date of birth.
Foreign government-issued driver’s license/ID with color photocopy of passport (Not valid for 21+ wristband. To purchase alcohol or enter VIP areas, a physical passport or US ID will be required.)
DMV Paper ID valid only with expired ID in hand. Please note, at the discretion of security, a second form of identification, such as a passport or government-issued ID, may be required to verify age.

Health & Safety Protocol

We ask that you not attend if any of the following is true for you or anyone in your party:

If you have tested positive, or been exposed to someone who has tested positive for, COVID-19 in the 14 days prior to the event.
Within 48 hours prior to attending the festival, you have experienced symptoms of COVID-19.
In either case, please reach out to contact@discodonniepresents.com for a refund. If your ticket is resold or scanned at the event for any reason you will not be eligible for the refund. Refunds must be requested by the end of day Friday,, September 15th 2023.

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SOUND WAVE is an 18+ Event- Bring legal proof that you are old enough to party!

Yes

Do bring a bag- Small bags, fanny packs, single compartment bags under 12”x12”
Do Bring Day Party Essentials- Sunglasses, Sunscreen, hat
Do Feel free to bring in sealed chapstick, gum, and cigarettes or disposable e-cigarettes/ nicotine vaporizer pens
Do Get your totem on- totems under 10 ft tall will be permitted. See totem guidelines below.

No

No Re-Entry
No Refillable Juice/Liquid Vapes
No Fireworks
No Outside Food or Beverages
No Weapons or Projectiles
No Drugs or Drug Paraphernalia
No Cameras with detachable lens
No Audio/ Video Recording devices
No Personal Shade Structures and tents
No Coolers or chairs
No Animals (Except Service Animals)
No Cans or Glass Bottles
No Wagons, carts, bicycles, skateboards or skates
No laser pointers, airhorns, or noisemakers
No drones
No stickers or flyers
No unsealed over the counter medications or vitamins
No Items deemed as posing a threat to the safe enjoyment of the concert by management

Tickets:

To expedite entry, please have your ticket confirmation printed or pulled up on your phone prior to reaching the entry gates so we can quickly and easily scan you into the event

Food:

We will have food available at the Surfside Cafe.

Smoking:

While marijuana is legal in Illinois, smoking or consuming marijuana in public is not. Smoking tobacco within 25 feet of buildings, vendors, or people in lines is also prohibited

Prescription Medication:

Prescription Medications are allowed, if accompanied by a script from your doctor, with the name matching your ID and medicine bottle and only the dose for that day. No narcotics will be allowed.

Totems:

OK flags, decorated pool noodles, and totems that do not contain metal pieces, sharpened elements, or are capable of being pounded into the ground or hurting others. Totem guidelines: Maximum height 10 feet, made from lightweight material (foam, pvc, etc.). Poles must be no thicker than one inch in diameter and cannot contain solid metal pieces. Decorated pool noodles are recommended. Any items deemed dangerous, promoting illegal activity, or hate speech will not be permitted. Totems are subject to inspection.

FESTIVAL POLICY

ACCEPTABLE

The following items are accepted within the festival grounds.

OK Mobile Phones, Portable Chargers, External Batteries.
OK Handheld Camera Devices (GoPro, Digital Phone, Point-and-Shoot Cameras, Disposable Cameras).
OK Portable Battery Chargers.
OK Selfie Sticks.
OK Dust and Surgical Masks.
OK Hand Sanitizer (Up to 2oz).
OK Wet Wipes (Factory Sealed upon entry).
OK One-Pocket Cinch Bags, Single Compartment Backpacks, and Clutch Purses (Maximum 10″x9″).
OK Fanny Packs (Maximum 10″ x 9″).
OK Hats.
OK Binoculars.
OK Ponchos.
OK Earplugs.
OK Reusable Aluminum Water Bottles (Arrive empty).
OK Clear Plastic Water Bottle (Arrive Empty).
OK Hydration Backpacks, Camelbaks, Bota, etc. Bladder must be removable, transparent and subject to inspection. (Arrive empty).
OK Misting Fans (Maximum 8″).
OK Glowsticks, Flow-wands, Batons, or Orbs.
OK LED Gloves or LED Microlights.
OK Orbits, Flowlights, Poi, or Pixel Whips.
OK Hula Hoops (Including LED).
OK Glowing/Illuminated Costumes or Jewelry.
OK Sunglasses, Kaleidoscope Glasses, and Goggles.
OK Lip Liner, Lip Gloss, Lipstick, Sealed Chapstick.
OK Dry Makeup (NO liquid makeup).
OK Factory Sealed Packs of Gum.
OK Factory Sealed Eyedrops.
OK Factory Sealed Tampons.
OK Factory Sealed Sunscreen (Travel size, non-aerosol).
OK Factory Sealed Deodorant (Travel size, non-aerosol).
OK Factory Sealed Packs of Cigarettes.
OK Factory Sealed/Disposable E-Cigarettes, Vape Pens, and Cartridges.
OK Refillable Vape Devices (Chambers must arrive empty)
OK Lighters.
OK Plastic Tarps and Blankets.
OK Fatheads and Posters.
OK Festival Totems or Decorated Pool Noodles (See Totem Guidelines Below).

PROHIBITED

The following items are prohibited within the festival grounds.

NO Illegal Substances.
NO Drugs or Drug Paraphernalia.
NO Unsealed Over the Counter Medications or Vitamins.
NO Vicks Inhaler, VapoInhalers.
NO Animals (except service animals).
NO Massagers.
NO Laser Pointers.
NO Pacifiers.
NO Gas Masks.
NO Glass, Cans, Cups, or Coolers.
NO Open Containers.
NO Helium Balloons.
NO Markers, Pens, or Spray Paint.
NO Large Chains or Spiked Jewelry.
NO Stuffed Animals or Dolls.
NO Stickers or Flyers or Promotional Signage.
NO Inflated Toys, Balls, Balloons.
NO Sports Equipment.
NO Tents, Umbrellas, Hammocks, or Chairs.
NO Camping Gear.
NO Soap, Shampoo, Conditioner, or Other Detergents.
NO Hydration Backpacks that contain non-removable and/or opaque bladders, which impede inspection of contents.
NO Backpacks, Purses, or Bags larger than 10″ x 9″.
NO Multi-Pocket Bags.
NO Luggage.
NO Unsealed Cigarette Packs.
NO Pre-Filled Refillable Vape Devices (Chambers must arrive empty).
NO Unsealed Tampons.
NO Liquid Makeup.
NO Unsealed or Aerosol Sunscreen.
NO Outside Food, Beverages, or Candy.
NO Musical Instruments (Including Whistles, etc).
NO Tactical Gear.
NO Costumes that Resemble Public Safety Uniforms (Police, SWAT, Fire, Security, or Medical).
NO Walkie Talkies.
NO Professional-Grade Tripods, Monopods, Go-Pro Sticks.
NO Fireworks, Flammable Products, Projectiles, or Explosives.
NO Chinese Lanterns.
NO Weapons of any Kind (Including Pocket Knives, Pepper Spray, etc).
NO Professional Recording Equipment – Photo, Video, or Audio (Including Detachable Lenses, Tripods, Big Zooms, etc).
NO Vending Without Permit.
NO Drones or Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs).
NO Bicycles, Scooters, Go Carts, Skate Boards, Hoverboards, or ATVs.
NO Open Fires or Grills.
NO Generators.
NO Pets (Unless it’s a service animal).
NO Items deemed as posing a threat to the safe enjoyment of the concert by management.

TOTEMS

The planning has commenced preparing for Sound Wave with custom-made accessories for the squad including those beloved totem poles! So wave your festival pride sky high and spread the good vibes far and wide.
Get crafty and don’t hold back on a DIY decorating project, just keep the following totem guidelines in mind to ensure your Sunset Music Festival gear passes through the gates with ease.

Totems must be made from lightweight materials (e.g., foam, thin-walled PVC).
No metal, points or sharp items.
Totems must be under 10 feet tall.
Collapsible/telescoping camera extenders that follow guidelines are OK (lightweight/hollow).
Inflatables attached to totems must be deflated upon entry.
Thin-walled PVC or light wood poles must be no thicker than 1 inch diameter.
We recommend decorated pool noodles for easy entrance through security.
Any item deemed dangerous, promoting illegal activity or hate speech will not be permitted.