We do our best to provide you with all the information you need for a happy Festival. If the answer you seek is not in these pages, then just give us a call or send us an email.

What is the Advance Ticket Deadline?

The Earlybird ticket deadline will be published soon. Stay tuned!. 

What is the performance schedule for this year’s festival?

A detailed performance schedule is usually released a couple of weeks before the Festival begins. Look for the full line up release in May!

I only want to see my favourite band. How much will it cost to see just them?

It will cost you the price of a day ticket, depending on when your favourite band is scheduled to perform.

The Festival strives to bring together a wide array of artists to our broad audience. Plus, our venue is all of Jericho Beach Park, not just a single stage. Your ticket gives you access to the entire site and its three stages making it pretty much impossible to see only one performer. This is your chance to catch not only your favourite artist or band, but to discover some new ones as well.

A ticket is for the Vancouver Folk Music Festival, not a specific artist. Artists and schedules are subject to change without notice. Artist cancellation is not grounds for a refund. The ticket is a revocable license for the time and date listed on the ticket.

Where can I buy my tickets?

You can purchase tickets online, by phone or mail.

If you have questions about how to buy tickets, please call us at 604.602.9798 extension 702
or email us at boxoffice@thefestival.bc.ca. 

How can I pay for tickets?

We accept VisaTM, MasterCardTM or AMEX for purchases made online or by phone through our VFMF Box Office. (InteracTM debit is not available.).

If purchasing from one of our authorized ticket outlets, please contact them directly for their payment options. If you would like to pay with a cheque, please contact the Box Office. 

There will also be a box office on site all weekend! Payments methods accepted on site are Interac Debit, Visa, MasterCard and AMEX.

Can I come for one day?

Yes. You can purchase tickets for Friday only, Saturday only, and Sunday only. Day tickets can be purchased in advance when available or at the gate.

Where can I stay or camp?

Contact Tourism Vancouver or Tourism BC to ask about hotel or camping options in the city. There is no camping available at Jericho Beach. 

Where is Jericho Beach Park?

Jericho Beach Park is located off West 4th Avenue, just west of Alma Street.

Where can I park?

Available parking is very difficult to find, so we encourage patrons to use public transit or bike. If you must travel by vehicle, follow the signs along West 4th Avenue to Festival parking. Please don’t park in front of our neighbours’ homes or in other “no parking” areas. Violators are subject to towing. More details on parking are available at the end of our Getting Here page.

If you plan to take an Uber, Lyft, or other ride share option, please note that there are multiple entrances to the festival. The Drop Off Zone for the Main Gate is off of 4th Avenue, a short way before the split between 4th and NW Marine. The Accessibility Gate is located at the East Jericho Parking Lot. Please ensure that you direct your driver to the correct location. They will not be able to change course after your ride is confirmed, and you may end up with a long walk to the appropriate gate.

How can I get to the Festival on public transit?

The #4 bus will take your directly to the Festival site at Jericho Beach Park. For more info, see our Getting Here page. You can also call Translink at 604-953-3333, visit the TransLink website, or try Google maps.

Is there somewhere safe I can lock my bike?

Yes, there is supervised bicycle parking available at the East Gate on West 4th Ave that is available by donation. Bikes cannot be brought onto the site. Please do not lock your bicycle to the perimeter fencing. Look for more info here.

Where can I pick up my ticket order?

When ordering online or over the phone, your options are to print-at-home or to have your tickets mailed by the Festival Box Office. If you choose to print-at-home, instructions will be emailed to you via Tickit. You can bring the printed copy containing the bar code with you to the festival, or display it on your smart phone to be scanned at the gate. Will call is also available at the Festival gates.

When do the concert and workshop stages start?

On Friday this year the gates are open at 3:00pm, with music starting at 3:45pm.

Saturday and Sunday the gates will be open at 10:00am, with music starting at 11:00am. For detailed information on a specific performer, look for our Daytime and Evening Schedules which will be posted on our website around early July.

All evening concerts will end at 11:00pm. Please respect our Festival neighbours by exiting the park quietly following each evening concert!

I attend a post-secondary institution (college or university). Is there a discounted rate?

Student rates are posted on our Ticket Information page. Students must present valid photo ID with their tickets at the Gates.

Can I leave the Festival grounds and come back in?

You will receive a wristband in exchange for your ticket. You may come and go as you wish until 11pm each day when you show your wristband at the gate. Please do not remove your wristband while you are in the Park. Weekend wristbands need to stay on your wrist for the full weekend.

What should I wear?

The Festival happens rain or shine, so wear weather-appropriate clothing: raincoats and jackets, etc., for wet days, hats and sunscreen, etc., for sunny days. You should bring a warm sweater for the evening concert as the stage is near the water and it often gets chilly at night.

Can I bring my dog?

Sorry, pets are not allowed on the Festival site with the exception of service animals. Please do not tie your dog to the fence or leave your pet in your car.

Can I bring my own food?

Yes, by all means. Please bring along your own cup or water bottle to refill on site as well. Please place your recyclables in the appropriate recycling bins on site and minimize the amount of garbage you leave behind. Please note that controlled drugs and alcohol are not permitted on the general Festival grounds, but we encourage you to stop by our Beer Garden if you’d like a refreshment!

Do I need to bring my own water bottle?

You must bring your own water bottle to the site*. There will be no single use cups or bottles available for purchase. Please see below for the size requirements of the water bottle opening.

To minimize cross-contamination, we can ONLY fill bottles and cups with an opening this size or bigger:

*or purchase one of our beautiful Festival water bottles in the Merch Tent!

Can I buy food and beverages at the Festival?

Absolutely! Our Food Area has a great reputation for eclectic and delicious food, and is a very special part of the VFMF experience. There is a wide variety of dishes and drinks that accommodate a range of dietary needs. We also have Festival “classics” like hand-cut fries, whales tales, roasted corn, and ice cream – something for every palate! Bottled water is not available for purchase on site; bring your own container and fill up with filtered water at the self-serve water stations. Our official beverage sponsors are also on site at our Beer Garden, serving beer, cider and wine.

Will there be a craft market this year?

Yes! The Artisan Market will be back with lots of wonderful hand-crafted items to buy. Don’t forget to drop by the Festival Booth for souvenir merchandise!

Can I bring my camera?

Yes, you may bring your camera, however professional audiotape or video recording of concerts or workshops is not permitted.

Who is a Festival neighbour?

Our Neighbourhood boundaries are from the North side of 4th Avenue to English Bay, and from the East side of Trimble Street to the West side of Alma Street. There are approximately 800 households in that area!

Our Community Committee is a dedicated group of volunteers who work to reduce Festival impact on those who live near Jericho Beach Park. They deal with traffic and parking issues and assist people in leaving the area quickly and quietly at the end of each Festival day. Neighbours of the Festival may contact us directly with any questions or concerns.

What kinds of services are available for people with accessibility needs?

We want to make it easy and comfortable for people with accessibility needs to come to the Festival. The Access Services tent can be found across the path from the Food Area; Access Services volunteers can also be found throughout the Festival grounds.

Here’s what we offer

  • A vehicle drop-off area for people with disabilities.
  • An Access Services gate dedicated exclusively to patrons with disabilities or mobility issues
  • Limited parking, for people with a designated Provincial Access Parking Permit, is located near the Access Services gate, at the west end of West 2nd Avenue, just left off Wallace Street.
  • Site maps, a list of our services, and large-print versions of the performers’ schedules are available at the Access Services Gate on West 2nd Avenue and at the Main Gate on West 4th Avenue.
  • There are ramped, accessible washrooms.
  • On site assistance is available at the Access Services tent and the Access Services gate.
  • Attendant ticket policy: when a person with a disability or mobility issue purchases a full-price ticket (weekend or day ticket) they may bring a  companion at no charge. Kindly note that companion tickets must be obtained for each day, and not on a weekend pass basis. Companion tickets are available at the accessibility gate.
  • Seating for people with disabilities, and their companions, is available at a raised and covered platform located near the middle of the Evening Concert Stage audience.
  • Roped off viewing areas for disabled patrons and their companions are located at some daytime stages.
  • Wheelchairs may be borrowed from the Access Services tent where a private rest area is also available. Wheelchairs are available on a first come-first serve basis.

HandyDART service pick-ups and drop-offs will be located on the west end of West 2nd Avenue, at the Access Services gate. Please note: HandyDART service must be pre-booked; see the HandyDART website  for more information.

What are the dates of future Festivals?

We hope that with last year’s remarkable recovery, we can keep the music going for many years to come. If you would like to help ensure the continued success of the Vancouver Folk Music Festival, please consider making a donation. You can find all details on how to donate here.

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