Day Trip Festival NorCal 2026 guideFrom official sources · checked Oct 14
at a glance
- Hours
- 2 PM – 10 PM daily
- Age
- 18+. 18+ with photo ID. A physical passport or US ID is needed to buy alcohol or enter VIP; digital, school and consular IDs are not accepted.
- Camping
- No camping.
- Re-entry
- No ins and outs; entry is allowed until an hour before the event ends.
- Bags
- Small bags, single-compartment bags, plush bags and purses up to 12 x 12 in; fanny packs and empty hydration packs with up to two main compartments are allowed.
- Parking
- Paid public lots around the festival include the Convention Center, Almaden & Woz, South Hall and Woz & 87 lots, bookable at parksj.org. Cars left overnight are towed.
hours
| Day | Gates | Music | Ends |
|---|---|---|---|
| Saturday, October 17 | 2 PM | — | 10 PM |
| Sunday, October 18 | 2 PM | — | 10 PM |
what to bring
Allowed
- Empty reusable water bottles
- Empty hydration packs
- Phones and portable chargers
- Sealed cigarettes and lighters
- Empty refillable vapes plus one sealed e-liquid
- Earplugs
- Glowsticks and illuminated costumes
- LED whips, poi and orbitals
- Non-professional cameras and video devices under 6 in
- Umbrellas under 10 in collapsed and rain ponchos
- Sunscreen lotion
- Prescription medication with the prescription matching your ID
Not allowed
- Bags over 12 x 12 in
- Outside food or beverages, including alcohol and candy
- Aerosol products
- Glass, cans, cups and coolers
- Eye drops and over-the-counter medication
- Liquid makeup
- Hula hoops, including LED hoops
- LED gloves and microlights
- Laser pointers and air horns
- Tents, large umbrellas, chairs and blankets
- Stuffed animals and pacifiers
- Professional photo, video or audio equipment
- Pets
- Weapons, real or fake
getting there
Discovery Meadow
180 Woz Way, San Jose, CA 95110, USA
- SJC
- Parking
- Paid public lots around the festival include the Convention Center, Almaden & Woz, South Hall and Woz & 87 lots, bookable at parksj.org. Cars left overnight are towed.
- Rideshare
- Rideshare drop-off and pickup is on S. Almaden Blvd.
official faq
Where is the festival?
Discovery Meadow, 180 Woz Way, San Jose, CA 95110.
How many tickets can I buy?
Up to four per person.
How are tickets delivered?
Mobile tickets are emailed the week of the event.
Can I get a refund?
No refunds or exchanges.
What does the entry search involve?
A TSA-style search, including emptying pockets and bags, a pat-down and possibly removing shoes.
What if my ID is lost or expired?
Expired IDs are accepted only with DMV renewal documents; if lost or stolen, bring a government-issued interim license or passport.
Is there an afterparty?
Yes, the official afterparty at Pure Nightclub is 21+ and runs 22:00 to 02:00.
What is the camera policy?
Cameras without detachable lenses and video devices under 6 in are fine; professional cameras need a photo pass.
sources
Collected from these pages on Wednesday, October 14. Festivals change policies close to the date, so check the official site before you travel.
plan day trip festival norcal
Pick your sets, see what clashes, and build one schedule with your crew. Works offline at the festival.
