DON’T BE THAT GUY/GAL!
We have zero tolerance for stupidity. If you are looking to go to a festival to use or abuse drugs and alcohol this is not the place for you. Anyone seen using drugs will be asked to leave. Anyone who is intoxicated will also be asked to leave and forfeit your wristband. We believe strongly that we need to keep each other safe and for this weekend we are all family and should treat each other as such. So please come and have fun and be respectful.
Boats and Bluegrass is located on a City of Winona Park called Prairie Island. It is not quite an Island but is mostly surrounded by water and is on the banks of the Mississippi River. Winona is less than a five minute drive away so if you forgot something don’t worry civilization is close at hand!
FAQ
VIBE/RULES
Here are a few things to expect when you come.
We like to think of the festival as a family reunion. We strive to make this a festival where everyone is welcome but families come first. Many of our artists bring their families to the fest as well. Kids 16 and under are free with an adult ticket purchase.
WRISTBANDS and Ticketing entrance
Wristbands are required in all campgrounds as well as the main festival site. There are multiple wristband checks through out the festival, please make sure you are wearing it at all times.
The primary ticketing entrance will be open at the following times
Wednesday 1:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Thursday 9:00 AM - 10:30 PM
Friday 9:00 AM - 10:30 PM
Saturday 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM
If you arrive after the ticketing entrance has closed, you can get your wristband at the Artist/Volunteer Check-in located behind the Riverside Stage.
ATM
We will have an ATM on site for your convenience, however most vendors as well as The Boats and Bluegrass Merchandise Center accept credit cards.
WEATHER
It is the fall in Minnesota so expect anything as far as weather. It can rain, sometimes a lot! We go on rain or shine. Sorry, no refunds due to weather.
COOLERS
We have many tasty beer, cider, and non-alcoholic drink options for sale on the festival grounds. Please NO CARRY INS or coolers into the main festival area. Personal water bottles only. We are working toward reducing our waste and recycling each year we operate. Reusable cups will be available for purchase for the Bent Paddle Saloon near the Tent Stage.
First aid & SECURITY
Re-entry is allowed at main festival area. We have security/first responders staff on site all weekend.
The first aid tent is located in the Artist/Volunteer Check-in Tent next to the Riverside Stage.
SMOKING.
The Main Festival area is NO SMOKING. After many requests from guests we have a smoke-free festival. There will be two designated smoking areas near the main festival grounds.
PROHIBITED ITEMS
Drums, fireworks, illegal drugs, dogs, and all things not safe are prohibited in both the campgrounds and festival areas. Use your head, folks! In the main festival area coolers, carry ins, glass, and smoking out of designated areas is prohibited.
PARKING
Parking is included with the All Weekend Pass. Most parking is inside the camping area. Day parking is available as well.
PETS
Pets ARE NOT ALLOWED IN THE CAMPGROUNDS OR FESTIVAL AREA. You will be with friends and enjoying music all weekend, please keep you dog home where he will not be frightened by crowds and happier!