Musefest 2009 Policies
Pet Policy:
No pets allowed. No Exceptions. Leave your pets at home with a sitter. A responsible pet owner would not leave a pet in a locked car. We will report violations of this policy to the SPCA and the local sheriffs department. We apologize in advance for any inconvenience. There are a number of kennels in the Ithaca area, please utilize them or make arrangements in advance. The nearest kennel is less than a five minute drive from the festival site. Check them out here: Bed and Biscuit.
Service animals are permitted only with proper paperwork, a signed liability waiver and a copy of a drivers license or state issued identification of the service animals companion.
More information about service animal laws can be found here: www.usdoj.gov/crt/ada/animal.htm
Festival Hours:
Music begins in the early afternoon and continues throughout the evening. All attendees and their camps must evacuate the premises on Sunday by 11:59pm. If you stay until Monday, consider yourself volunteering for clean up and break down. We appreciate your help.
Volunteering/Work Exchange:
By offering at least 8 hours of your weekend to help the festival run smoothly and successfully, your ticket price will be reimbursed and you will earn admittance to the event. We also have some volunteer positions available before and after Musefest, please specify this if that is your preference. We will be taking volunteer applications first come first serve while need exists. Email us with what you can offer, check out the volunteer information also available on this site. Please apply early, as scheduling work shifts need to occur early. Walk up volunteers MUST arrive with cash for a ticket, and there is NO guarantee that volunteer space is available at the gate.
Camping and Parking options:
ALL VEHICLES ARE SUBJECT TO SEARCH UPON ENTRY and RE-ENTRY
We recommend carpooling, as parking space is limited.
Re-Entry is available with a wristband, and hand stamp. You must get your hand stamped at the exit before leaving, and return through the front gate. Your vehicle will be searched upon re-entry to the festival.
PLEASE NOTE: There is NO PARKING on any of the roads adjoining the festival property. Please be respectful of our neighbors and our hard working staff by parking in the provided parking areas onsite. Vehicles parked on the road will be ticketed and towed at vehicle owners expense, and there is no walk-in admission of guests to the event this year. (You Must Arrive In A Vehicle)
ALL VEHICLES ARE SUBJECT TO SEARCH UPON ENTRY and RE-ENTRY
We recommend carpooling, as parking space is limited.
Car Camping:
This year we are offering limited weekend onsite car camping, allowing you to park and camp with your vehicle for the weekend. However, this is available on a first-come, first-serve basis, and space fills up quickly! This is your opportunity to have a campsite in direct view of the stage, right in the middle of the festival! We ask that you park and camp in the spaces provided, stay for the weekend, and do not play your car stereo or set your car alarm at anytime during the event. If you must leave, please drive slowly, yield to festival attendees and leave during daylight hours (the gate is closed and secured at night). There is no assurance of available parking if you leave during the festivities.
ALL VEHICLES ARE SUBJECT TO SEARCH UPON ENTRY and RE-ENTRY
We recommend carpooling, as parking space is limited.
Car camping passes are limited and the area will fill up quickly. The area is limited to regular sized passenger cars- if you require more than one space in the supermarket parking lot you need to purchase an RV pass.
Onsite Vehicle Parking:
The festival grounds are available for general parking, weekend parking, car camping, and day parking as well. Parking charges will be applied upon entry.
ALL VEHICLES ARE SUBJECT TO SEARCH UPON ENTRY and RE-ENTRY
We recommend carpooling, as parking space is limited.
Weekend parking is the preferred method of parking, and will be near the central activities of the festival. Weekend parking is available for passenger vehicles only, and we request that you do not camp with your vehicle. Additionally, vehicle parking is for the entire weekend, we ask that you do not leave unless absolutely necessary.
ALL VEHICLES ARE SUBJECT TO SEARCH UPON ENTRY and RE-ENTRY
We recommend carpooling, as parking space is limited.
Onsite Weekend parking is available on a first come first serve basis, we recommend arriving early to get a parking space. Please remember to keep your pass displayed in the windshield throughout the weekend. Vehicles without a pass or parked incorrectly may be towed, at vehicle owners expense.
ALL VEHICLES ARE SUBJECT TO SEARCH UPON ENTRY and RE-ENTRY
We recommend carpooling, as parking space is limited.
Day parking is available, and is located near the exit of the festival grounds. Festival attendees parking for the day must purchase day tickets, and leave before the next day. If you plan on staying for the weekend, please utilize the weekend parking area, and support the festival by purchasing a weekend pass.
ALL VEHICLES ARE SUBJECT TO SEARCH UPON ENTRY and RE-ENTRY
We recommend carpooling, as parking space is limited.
Remember that parking is limited, be respectful of others that will be using the parking area. Vehicles must display their parking pass in a visible location in the windshield, and park in the designated area, vehicles with expired passes or parked incorrectly may be towed, at vehicle owners expense.
Onsite RV and Camper Vehicles:
Limited onsite RV/Camper Vehicle passes are available for$35 presale (mail order only) or $50 at the gate, this allows 1 (one) vehicle access to our RV/Camper Vehicle Parking area. We ask that you display your pass throughout the weekend, and do not move your vehicle once parked. There is NO RE ENTRY for RV/Campers. We ask that you do not set up tents around your RV, however there will be space enough to set up a 'chill spot' next to your vehicle. If your camper requires a vehicle to tow it (such as a pull behind camper), you will need to park the vehicle in the weekend camping area. Please coordinate with the parking staff for details. There are no electric or water hook ups onsite.
ALL VEHICLES ARE SUBJECT TO SEARCH UPON ENTRY and RE-ENTRY
We recommend carpooling, as parking space is limited.
General Free Camping: Both shaded and open field will be host to many tents for the general free camping onsite. Look for your friends in this weekend community village. Also look for the drum dome in the back corner of the camping field, for intense tribal rhythms, dance, and a great time.
No private fires allowed!
RE-ENTRY IS LIMITED
Exit and Re-entry will not be available until Friday after midnight, or until incoming traffic clears. You will be able to re-enter provided you have valid proof of purchase (wristband) AND a handstamp. You will need to get your hand stamped at the exit gate before you leave.
Bear in mind:
- Your cooperation is essential to the future of Musefest.
- At certain times leaving will not be possible due to heavy traffic. You may have to wait for gate to clear.
- Your parking space cannot be reserved once you leave.
- You will have to go through security measures upon return.
- There will be Food, ice & some surplus available through our vendors.
- If you are leaving to purchase alcohol, please adhere to our alcohol policies. Thank you.
State Forest Camping:
If you have a dog and can't find a sitter, or you would just would rather have a retreat away from the festival, you can get a permit to camp at Connecticut Hill State forest only about a mile away from Musefest. The required permit to camp in the State Forest can be obtained by calling the DEC office at 607-753-3095
Clean up is on Monday:
Dispose of your trash throughout the weekend and encourage others to do the same. If you would like to stay and help with cleanup and breakdown, please add your name to the list at the front gate. We really appreciate help with clean up.
Musefest Alcohol Policy:
No Public Display Of Alcohol- Please put all alcoholic beverages in a cup or can cooler while attending the event. Musefest is a family oriented event. Please be respectful of others enjoyment of the festival. If you choose to bring alcohol to Musefest, be prepared to verify you are of legal drinking age.
The legal drinking age is 21 in New York State. Any underage drinkers will have their alcohol confiscated, will be removed from the site and into the custody of local authorities.
Please also understand we will inspect incoming festival attendees and their belongings for alcohol and illegal substances.
On-Site Amenities:
Expect good old fashioned camping on a grassy knoll with fellow music lovers. On site provisions will include day and camping parking, separate tent camping, serviced port-a-johns, designated water stations, first aid medical unit, children's activities area, and (weather permitting) designated bonfires. Ice, food vendors (of many dietary preferences), crafts, and some surplus items will be available for sale from official vendors. No electricity or phones are available. (Read below for some suggestions of what to bring) This is a rain or shine event. Pack for possible inclement weather.
Just a Few Rules:
- Please respect our neighbors. No Trespassing on neighboring property.
- No Public Display of Alcohol, No Glass allowed. Bring your beverages in cans or plastic bottles. We will be searching vehicles, packs and coolers upon entry. Glass bottles will be confiscated, as well as alcohol from anyone under 21 years of age. Your safety is our priority.
- Have your tickets/ID ready. If you are meeting others at the festival, please be sure everyone has their tickets before arriving at the gate. It is highly recommended that you purchase tickets before the show, the front gate can be a chaotic place, having advance tickets makes it easier for everyone. In addition, anyone bringing alcohol into the venue must provide legal age verification. Please arrive with a ticket or cash for a ticket, credit cards are not accepted at the front gate.
- Park in designated areas only. Please respect our parking staff and be considerate of others who are attending the festival. Do not park on adjoining roads or private property, you may be ticketed and towed!
- No unauthorized fires! Portable charcoal grills are permitted in camping areas only.
- Harm NO living thing. Take care of each other please.
- If you pack it in, pack it out. Please leave the area you camp/park in as it was when you arrived.
- Violence will not be tolerated. We have licensed security officers on hand all weekend to ensure the safety of all of our guests. We reserve the right to evict anyone from the festival who may be a threat to others safety.
- No weapons. No Fireworks. ABSOLUTELY NO DRUGS ALLOWED.
- You must have a vending license to sell anything. If you are interested in vending please visit our vending page and contact us early.
- Clean up after yourselves and others! Our volunteer garbage and recycling team work hard throughout the weekend to provide you with a clean, safe environment. Please give them a hand and bring your trash to the designated pick up spots throughout the venue. Do not litter and separate your trash and recycling.
- Please PROTECT this beautiful land! We want to continue to share this wonderful experience with our Musefest Family.
- Use provided porta-johns and Wash Hands! Use no soap within 50 feet of the pond.
- Have fun, be safe, and enjoy yourselves!
