Everything you need to know for Outside Lands, all in one place
Outside Lands is almost here! Whether you’re an old friend of Ranger Dave’s or a first-time festival goer, here’s what to know before you head to Golden Gate Park.
We STRONGLY recommend that you do not drive to the events. Parking is extremely limited in the surrounding neighborhoods, reserved for residents, and strictly enforced. There is NO general event parking, and attempting to park in surrounding neighborhoods may result in a ticket or tow. For detailed information on how to get to the festival, visit our Travel & Transport section of our Info page.
Save your steps for the show and leave the trouble of reliable transportation to us! We offer prepaid, roundtrip 3-Day and Single Day Official Shuttle Passes from two convenient San Francisco locations: Bill Graham Civic Auditorium in Downtown San Francisco (Local Shuttle), and new this year, the Park & Ride Shuttle at Cow Palace located South of San Francisco, where you can park for free and ride in comfort and ease to Outside Lands.
Buy Local Shuttle Pass (Bill Graham Civic)
Buy Park & Ride Shuttle Pass (Cow Palace)
Brush up on the Do’s & Don’ts from Ranger Dave & Ruth:
Do be kind to our valued park neighbors when coming and going, fellow audience members, and our staff. Everyone’s here to have fun, so keep the good vibes running high and treat others with respect.
Don’t wave your valuables in the air like you just don’t care. Keep an eye on your personal belongings, or (better yet) leave them at home or in a convenient, on-site storage locker.
Do remember that San Francisco summers can get quite chilly. Be prepared—check the weather forecast, bring layers for when the fog rolls in, wear comfortable shoes for uneven park terrain, and stay hydrated! Bring a refillable bottle and use the event map to find free water refill stations onsite.
Do tune in to your surroundings and if you see something, say something. Keep an eye on your friends and get them help if you think they need it. Look for a member of Outside Lands’ Medical & Safety team and clue them in, anything you tell them is confidential.
Check out the Festival Map for GA and VIP entrances, stages, food, drink, merch, activations, restrooms and other fun.
Visit our Box Office if you still need to pick up your wristband(s). IF YOU PURCHASED YOUR FESTIVAL PASS AFTER JULY 28, YOU MUST VISIT THE BOX OFFICE TO PICK IT UP.
Golden Gate Park – Marx Meadow (located at 25th Ave. & Fulton):
Wednesday 8/6 - 1pm - 7pm
Thursday 8/7 - 1pm - 7pm
Friday 8/8 - 10am – 9pm
Saturday 8/9 - 10am – 9pm
Sunday 8/10 - 10am – 8pm
While we would prefer that fans come bag-free, we realize that is not always possible. Help us to help you enjoy the festival by following our Bag Policy and only bringing the following types and sized bags:
Backpacks and bags made of clear plastic, clear vinyl, or clear PVC
Small bags, fanny-packs, purses up to 6” x 8” x 3” (do not have to be clear)
Empty dedicated hydration packs with a bladder capacity of under 2.5L/150 in. and no more than one additional pocket.
Standard size backpacks with hydration bladders will not be permitted.
Review our Do’s and Don’ts to keep your wristband safe!
DO shower with it, it's waterproof!
DON’T take it off – wristbands are non-transferable and non-exchangeable.
DO take care of your wristband and treat it like cash. Wristbands will not be replaced if lost or stolen.
DON’T cut or twist any part of your wristband, it will fray (cut wristbands will NOT be reissued for any reason).
DO register your wristband before you arrive.
Same day re-entry is not allowed. If you absolutely must leave the festival and need to return the same day, you must speak with a Supervisor at any festival entrance/exit BEFORE LEAVING to be scanned out.
All ticket holders can enter the festival via the North Main Gate (on JFK Drive, near 30th Ave) or South Gate (on Middle Dr & Metson Rd). There is a designated ADA Entrance at JFK Drive & 36th Ave.
Shuttle: If you're arriving via one of our Official Shuttles,they will be dropping you off on the South Side (near Middle Dr & Metson Rd) of Golden Gate Park. GA ticket holders will enter the show at the South Gate, and GA+, VIP & Golden Gate Club ticket holders will enter at the South VIP Gate on Martin Luther King Jr. Drive (just west of the South Gate). After the show, exit via the South Tunnel or Grass Lands for the shuttle pickup. There are no shuttle pickups on the north side of the park.
For GA+ Passholders:
The GA+ expedited entry is located at JFK Drive & 30th Ave. You can also enter through the South VIP / GA+ Gate on Martin Luther King Jr Drive (just west of the South Gate).
All ticket holders may enter the festival via the North Main Gate (on JFK Drive near 30th Ave) or South Gate (on Middle Dr & Metson Rd). There is a designated ADA Entrance at 36th Ave & JFK.
Shuttle: If you're arriving via one of our Official Shuttles, Shuttles will be dropping you off on the South Side (near Middle Dr & Metson Rd) of Golden Gate Park. GA+ ticket holders will enter at the South VIP Gate on Martin Luther King Jr. Drive (just west of the South Gate). After the show, exit via the South Tunnel or Grass Lands for the shuttle pickup. There are no shuttle pickups on the North side of the park.
GA+ Lounge: The GA+ Lounge is located at the east end of Lindley Meadow near Cocktail Magic. A concierge will be at the Lounge entrance to answer any of your questions.
For VIP Passholders: We strongly encourage VIP ticket holders to enter via the North VIP Gate (on 36th Ave & JFK Drive). You can also enter through the South VIP Gate on Martin Luther King Jr Drive (just west of the South Gate).
All ticket holders may enter the festival via the North Main Gate (on JFK Drive near 30th Ave) or South Gate (on Middle Dr & Metson Rd). There is a designated ADA Entrance at 36th Ave & JFK.
Shuttle: If you're arriving via one of our Official Shuttles, Shuttles will be dropping you off on the South Side (near Middle Dr & Metson Rd) of Golden Gate Park. VIP ticket holders will enter at the South VIP Gate on Martin Luther King Jr. Drive (just west of the South Gate). After the show, exit via the South Tunnel or Grass Lands for the shuttle pickup. There are no shuttle pickups on the North side of the park.
For Golden Gate Club Passholders: The North VIP Gate is located at JFK Drive & 36th Ave, featuring a dedicated lane exclusively for Golden Gate Club Members. For those entering from the South side of the park or arriving via a festival shuttle, you will enter the festival via the South VIP Gate on Martin Luther King Jr Drive (just west of the South Gate) for your convenience.
All ticket holders may enter the festival via the Main Gate (on JFK near 30th Ave) or South Gate (on Middle Dr & Metson Rd). There is a designated ADA Entrance at 36th Ave & JFK.
Shuttle: If you're arriving via one of our Official Shuttles, Shuttles will be dropping you off on the South Side (near Middle Dr & Metson Rd) of Golden Gate Park. Golden Gate Club ticket holders will enter at the South VIP Gate on Martin Luther King Jr. Drive (just west of the South Gate). After the show, exit via the South Tunnel or Grass Lands for the shuttle pickup. There are no shuttle pickups on the North side of the park.
Emergency exit signs are posted throughout the festival. Please remember to familiarize yourself with your nearest exit as you move around the festival site and watch the stage screens to point you in the right direction at the end of each night.
Skip the parking hassle, grab your friends, and book your ride to Outside Lands. Use the code OSL10 for $10 off when you ride or bike with Lyft* the official rideshare partner of the festival.
*While supplies last.
Official rideshare pick-up and drop-off locations are:
Balboa & 30th Avenue (adjacent to George Washington High School)
Irving St. between 25th and 27th Avenue
Keep your belongings safe and your phone charged all festival long when you reserve your 8" x 12" x 18" locker, complete with a universal phone charger! A stress-free Outside Lands awaits with unlimited access during the festival, plus the option to leave items overnight. Choose your location - lockers are located in GA, GA+ and VIP areas.
All the stages, all the acts: plan your perfect festival now on our Schedule page or in our official Outside Lands 2025 app, available for download on iPhone or Android.
The official Outside Lands 2025 app is here – create your personalized schedule and food menu, explore the map and more. Be sure to turn on your notifications so you can stay updated before and during the festival. It’s never too early to start prepping for a weekend to remember in Golden Gate Park!
Duboce Triangle - our newest stage features intimate sets by more than a dozen Outside Lands artists, plus a daily open mic slot.
SOMA, Outside Lands’ dedicated stage for house and techno, returns with an open-air format at Marx Meadow, plus upgraded audio, lighting, and visuals designed for total immersion—no matter where you are.
Do good at The Mission presented by Outside Lands Works in Hellman Hollow. This year’s cause at The Mission is all about activism and collective action. Visit with local and national organizations and learn how you can make an impact to drive positive change in our Bay Area home and beyond.
We’re making big strides behind the scenes: many artist areas and light towers now run on solar power, and all generators use R99 renewable diesel—cutting emissions by up to 80%. We’ve also swapped single-use astroturf for recyclable carpet, keeping over 12,000 lbs of waste out of the landfill.
We’ve made the switch to paper cups for our cocktails. The new paper cups create 80% fewer emissions when compared to the PLA compostable plastic cups and are much easier to break down into compost.
Outside Lands is cashless. Credit cards, debit cards, and digital methods of payment are accepted at all points of sale. *Grass Lands presented by Zig-Zag (a 21+ area) will still accept cash and will have ATMs.
Event staff, security personnel, and law enforcement will be located throughout the site for the duration of the event to create a safe and secure environment for all festival attendees. If you have an EMERGENCY, find a staff member or go to the closest information, medical tent or entrance gate for assistance. Be ready to convey the nature and details of the incident.
Text GGPC to 888-777 to register for emergency alerts impacting Outside Lands
Rock Medicine will be on-site to help you with any type of medical problem. Rock Medicine has been providing free medical care at concerts and festivals since 1973. Head to a medical tent on the Polo Field or in Marx Meadow (near SOMA) or look for a festival staff member if you need assistance.
We strive to make Golden Gate Park as ADA-friendly as possible, including handicap parking, raised viewing areas, and wheelchair-friendly walkways. For more information or festival weekend related requests, please see our Accessibility page or email access@sfoutsidelands.com.
The Information and Lost & Found Booth can be found in the back of the Polo Field by the main merch booth. Stop by to get your questions answered, check out the Festival Map, or just to say hi. If you lose something while at the festival, visit sfoutsidelands.com/lost.
Still have more Outside Lands questions? We've got you covered! Visit our Info page for all the answers to your FAQs.
This year, Chase Freedom is showing up with The Cashback Club presented by Chase Freedom —open to all festival attendees!
All Chase credit and debit cardholders get exclusive perks when using their card:
$10 off $100+ merch
$5 off $30+ food & drinks (excl. alcohol)
Terms apply. Member FDIC
StubHub is the Official Resale Partner of Outside Lands. Tickets are available all the way through to the start of the festival and backed by their FanProtect Guarantee, providing assurance that your tickets are valid and secure. Need to visit us onsite? Find StubHub Guest Services at the Outside Lands Box Office.
