What date is the festival?
The festival runs from Friday 8 October until Sunday 10 October 2010.
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What times does the festival run?
Friday 8 October 4.20pm - 10.00pm
Saturday 9 October 12.00pm - 10.00pm
Sunday 10 October 12.00pm - 9.00pm
Plus performances at Kings Beach Tavern late into the night.
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What time do the gates open?
Friday 4.00pm (Kings Beach Tavern opens early at 3pm)
Saturday 11.30am
Sunday 11.30am
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Do I have to wear a wristband?
Yes, everyone within the festival venue needs to wear their wristband at all times.
On entry to the festival, your ticket will be exchanged for a wristband. This wristband will act as your pass out so you must wear at all times. Please note the wristband is not transferable, non-refundable and not replaceable - it becomes invalid if tampered or broken.
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Can I drink alcohol at the festival?
There is a licensed bar within the festival venue, along with a licensed VIP area.
You must be 18+ to enjoy an alcoholic beverage - please ensure you bring along a valid and current photo ID (a passport, license or proof of age card).
All alchoholic drinks must be kept within the designated bar areas.
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When will the artist playing schedule be released?
The full program of artist playing times will be available two weeks before the festival.
We will advise you which days the headline artists are playing on Friday 2 July.
A festival pocket program will be available on entry to the festival.
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Can I park at Kings Beach Park?
There is no public parking available at Kings Beach Park. Catching public transport or walking from your accommodation is recommended if possible, or take advantage of the free shuttle bus service.
Cycling to the festival is also another great alternative... racks will be available near the festival entrance so you can lock your bike up.
There is a limited number of on-site car parks for VIP ticket-holders who pre-purchase a parking pass - please visit the Tickets page for more info.
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What are the details of the Park & Ride shuttle bus service?
Click here to visit the 'Getting there' page with all the latest information on the Park & Ride shuttle.
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Can I buy food at the festival?
Yes. There will be an improved range of food and drink on offer from food vendors this year, as well as the many restaurants and cafes around town.
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Can I bring food or drink into the festival?
You may bring food and any type of non-alcoholic drink into the festival.
Please ensure that anything you bring is either in paper or plastic containers - no glass is permitted.
Please note no eskys are permitted.
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Is there an ATM at the festival?
There is no ATM located within the festival venue, so please ensure you have money on you to purchase refreshments, food etc.
There are a number of ATMs and shops with EFTPOS facilities located around Caoundra.
A cash out facility will be available at the merchandise tent within the main festival site.
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Is there phone coverage at the festival?
There is mobile phone coverage at Kings Beach Park. There is also a payphone available on Burgess Street, just east of the Tavern.
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What should I bring?
- Sun protection!! Hat, shirt, sunscreen and lots of water!
- Wet-weather gear - the festival goes ahead rain, hail or shine!
- Money and your tickets
- ID - you must present your ID on entry to the festival to validate age for the purpose of concessions and entry to licensed areas.
- Medication - there will be St John's services for emergencies, but bring any medications/treatments you might require if you suffer from a serious illness or condition, such as epilepsy or asthma.
- Remember to include your contact details on any medication.
- Chairs - but make sure you keep them to the back of the park. The area in front of the stage is a chair free zone.
- Your kids! The Caoundra Music Festival provides a very family-friendly atmosphere and there is something for all ages, so bring them along!
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What should I leave at home?
- Pets (other than guide dogs)
- Umbrellas
- Esky
- Alcohol or drugs
- Skateboards, rollerblades, frisbees
- Weapons (including pocket knives), fireworks and anything else flammable, dangerous or dubious
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Can I buy merchandise at the festival?
Yes, definitely!
There will be a merchandise stall selling a great range of artists' merchandise - including t-shirts, caps, posters, stickers etc.
You will also have the opportunity to purchase official Caloundra Music Festival merchandise.
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Is there anything I need to know about entry to the festival?
If you are under the influence of drugs or alcohol you will be refused entry.
We have the right to refuse entry where we see fit.
Forget about trying to sneak into the ticketed venues - the fencing is patrolled by security guards at all times. Police will also be on site to deal with any offenders.
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Can I stage dive at Caloundra Music Fesitval?
No stage diving, crowd surfing or moshing is permitted. Moshers risk being ejected from the venue and refused further entry.
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Will First Aid be available?
First Aid services will be available within the main fesitval site and within the Village site also.
If you are feeling unwell or have hurt yourself, please head to the First Aid area for assistance.
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Is there a lost property area?
Please hand in any lost property to the Festival Headquarters marquee.
If you have lost something, please also report this to the friendly volunteers at Headquarters.
If you don't realise until after the weekend, contact us at info@caloundramusicfestival.com or call 07 5420 8200, and if we have it, we'll return it to you.
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Anything I need to know about bringing my kids?
Children under 5 receive free entry into the festival.
Children between 5 - 12 years have a special ticket price of $5 for the Weekend ticket, or $71 for the Season ticket (plus booking fee).
If you look like you might be older than 12, you'll need to bring ID (a passport, birth certificate) to prove your age. The Caloundra Music Festival is an all-ages event - if you are 12 or under you must be accompanied by a legal guardian (ie a parent or someone who your parents have given permission to be responsible for you) at all times.
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Can I bring my camera?
Standard, non-professional cameras are fine to bring to the festival. Video cameras, audio recorders, tripods and professional cameras are not. If you bring any of these in, you risk them being confiscated
Professional photographers, including media, must contact the office to apply for accreditation prior to the festival.
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Is the site accessible for people with a disability?
We encourage people with special needs to get in touch with us prior to the event so we can provide any information required.
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I have a carer, can he/she receive free entry to the festival?
Your carer can receive free entry to the festival...
You must hold a 'Queensland Companion Card' and show this at the entry gate for your carer to receive entry with you.
For more information on obtaining a Queensland Companion Card, please click here.
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I'm 16 years old, can I enjoy the bands in the Tavern?
Festival-goers must be 18 years or over to gain entry to the Tavern. ID will be required on entry.
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Are there any road closures for the festival?
Yes, please be advised the following roads will be closed to motorises from 1.00am Thursday 7 October until 5.00am Tuesday 12 October.
• De Vene Avenue between Burgess Street and Ormonde Terrace
• Burgess Street between Moreton Parade and the eastern side of the Kings Beach Tavern.
The following car parks will be closed for the duration of the festival:
• Burgess Street Car Park.
• Edmund St Car park
• Ormonde Tce Car Park
FREE Parking will be available at the transit centre in Cooma Terrace, and Queen Street with a shuttle bus service provided to and from Kings Beach, Golden Beach and Happy Valley.
The temporary road closure will allow a safe environment for residents and visitors to enjoy the event. For safety reasons vehicle access to the area will only be granted to event providers during the road closure times. Detour signs will be in place to guide motorists. If at all possible, avoid driving in the area.
For more information please call Council’s Customer Service Centre on (07) 5420 8200.
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