Forbidden Kingdom 2027 guideFrom official sources · checked Oct 14

at a glance

Age: 18+. 18+ with valid photo ID; a physical passport or US ID is needed for the 21+ wristband. Digital, school, consular and expired IDs are not accepted.
Camping: No camping.
Re-entry: No re-entry or ins and outs; entry is allowed until one hour before the event ends.
Bags: Clear bags up to 12 x 6 x 12 in, clutches up to 6 x 9 in, and hydration packs with no more than two main compartments and one small one, empty on entry.
Payments: Cashless except for parking; credit, debit and mobile wallets are accepted.
Water: Water refill stations and fountains throughout the venue.
Parking: Paid parking at the Central Florida Fairgrounds; buying in advance is recommended because show-day parking is not guaranteed.

what to bring

Allowed

Deodorant
E-cigarettes and vapes
Totems and decorated pool noodles within the totem guidelines
Flags, banners and handmade signs without hard poles or corporate branding
Glow sticks, light-up costumes, LED poi and hula hoops
Hydration packs
Non-professional cameras and handheld video devices under 6 in
Personal misting fan with a bottle up to 1.5 L, empty on entry
Unexpired prescription medication with the prescription
Reusable water bottles, empty on entry
Sealed intranasal naloxone

Not allowed

Aerosol cans
Balls and frisbees
Costumes resembling police, fire, security or medical uniforms, including high-visibility vests
Drones and remote-controlled toys
Drugs and drug paraphernalia
Gas masks
Glass, cans, cups and coolers
Laser pointers and air horns
Markers, pens and spray paint
Massagers
Outside food and drink, including alcohol and candy
Over-the-counter medication
Pets
Professional photo, video and audio equipment
Red light-up wands, batons and lightsabers
Stickers and flyers
Tents, large umbrellas, chairs and blankets
Toy guns, water guns and slingshots
Weapons, including pocket knives, pepper spray and fireworks
Wind chairs and inflatable sofas

getting there

Directions

Orlando Amphitheater at Central Florida Fairgrounds

4603 W Colonial Dr, Orlando, FL 32808, USA

MCOOrlando International Airport
ORLOrlando Executive Airport

Parking: Paid parking at the Central Florida Fairgrounds; buying in advance is recommended because show-day parking is not guaranteed.
Rideshare: Designated pickup and drop-off area outside the venue entrance off BMX Way.
Accessibility: Accessible viewing areas at designated stages and a free accessibility wristband plus one companion wristband from the Accessibility Services Hub inside the entrance; no pre-registration. ASL and other communication requests are due at least 30 days before the event.

tickets

Lowest advertised price per tier

3-day GAfrom $209
3-day GA+from $249
3-day VIPfrom $379

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official faq

Where is the festival?

Orlando Amphitheater at the Central Florida Fairgrounds, 4603 W Colonial Dr, Orlando, FL 32808.

Can I enter at any time?

Yes, with an unscanned ticket, until one hour before the event ends.

Are tickets transferable?

No, tickets are non-transferable.

Can I upgrade from GA to GA+ or VIP?

Only on site, and only if GA+ or VIP has not sold out.

Is express entry offered?

Yes, with a GA+ or VIP ticket.

What is the camera policy?

Fixed-lens cameras and handheld video devices under 6 in are fine. Professional cameras are not permitted.

Is there a lost and found?

Yes, at the venue on show days. Afterwards, claim items online at forbiddenkingdom.liff.app; if an item is not listed about two weeks after the festival, it was not turned in.

Can I rent a locker?

Yes. Lockers include a phone charger and hold items for the full festival.

sources

Collected from these pages on Wednesday, October 14. Festivals change policies close to the date, so check the official site before you travel.

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