Frequently asked questions
IF I BOUGHT A RV/CAR CAMPING PASS, DO I STILL NEED TO BUY A FESTIVAL PASS?
Yes, everyone needs a Festival pass no matter what!
HOW CAN I FIND A RIDE TO THE FESTIVAL?
If you are having a hard time finding a ride to the festival, our Facebook Page is a great way to connect with new frends!
WHERE DO I SET UP CAMP?
There are designated camp zones on the mountain, First come first serve so come early! There is also car camping passes available.
CAN I CAMP NEXT TO MY CAR?
Yes, but you must purchase an RV/Car camping pass in advance. Limited passes available.
ARE THERE RV HOOKUPS IN THE RV LOT?
Unfortunately my frend, there are no RV hookups on site.
HOW FAR IS THE RV LOT TO THE VENUE?
Only a two minute walk! The RV Lot is located at the venue, which is the only place you can park your car/RV onsite.
WHAT ELSE GOES ON AT THE FRENDLY GATHERING OTHER THAN MUSIC?
We offer skateboarding on a mini half pipe (bring a helmet!), hiking, yoga, unique Vendors, live art, and a host of other fun activities.
WILL THERE BE SHUTTLES TO AND FROM THE PARKING LOT?
Yes, Absolutely. We will be running shuttles from Magic Mountain every 15 minutes.
WHAT ABOUT CAMPFIRES, TIKI TORCHES, AND CHINESE LANTERNS?
For safety purposes, we can not allow campfires, tiki torches or Chinese lanterns. You may, however, bring charcoal and/or propane grills and stoves to cook on. They must be accompanied by a fire extinguisher that is valid for 2025.
Is the frendly gathering suitable for children?
Absolutely! In fact, children are the best part of the event. Daytime hours are host to great programming and activities for the little ones. AND THEY GET IN FREE IF THEY ARE 13 AND UNDER!
Prohibited Items List
Weapons & Hazardous Materials
Firearms, knives, or weapons of any kind
Fireworks or explosives
Open flames (campfires, charcoal grills, torches)
Hazardous materials or chemicals
Illegal Substances
Illegal drugs or drug paraphernalia
Unauthorized alcohol (alcohol is permitted only in designated areas)
Personal Equipment
Drones or aerial devices
Laser pointers
Amplified sound systems
Professional audio/visual recording equipment (without media credentials)
Generators
Gasoline/fuel cans (except small approved containers for cooking stoves)
Camping Restrictions
Glass containers of any kind
Pets (unless ADA service animals with proper documentation)
Unauthorized vending or solicitation
Large structures or unauthorized art installations
Personal ATVs, golf carts, or motorized vehicles (unless ADA-approved)
Other Items Not Allowed
Bikes inside the venue footprint
Unauthorized signage or banners
Spray paint or tagging materials
Items intended for distribution, promotional, or commercial use without prior approval
Examples
NO Illegal substances
NO Unauthorized vending or selling of any products
NO Glass of any kind
NO Glass vape juice bottles, plastic only.
NO Glass lighting. Plastic tipped Christmas-style lights OK.
NO Large sound systems (if neighbors ask you to turn it down please respect their wishes)
NO Weapons of any kind
NO Replica Weapons (toy weapons or anything resembling a weapon)
NO Knives (including cooking and steak knives)
NO Pepper Spray or Mace
NO Generators (RV onboard generators OK, no external)
NO Selfie Sticks
NO Tanks of compressed air, helium, nitrous, etc.
NO Aerosol products/cans except Sunscreen and Bug Spray
NO Bonfires
NO Fireworks or any kind of explosives
NO full-sized propane grill, charcoal, butane or fires of any kind (small propane grill ok)?
NO Tiki Torches
NO Sky Lanterns
NO Animals of any kind (unless ada approved)
NO Laser Pointers
NO Drones
NO Golf carts, dune buggies, segways, off-road motorcycles,
NO Spray paint
NO Paint markers
NO Flyers
WHAT SHOULD I BRING?
Frends, sunscreen, tent, sleeping bag, pillow, chairs, blankets, bathing suits, towel, face paint, shoes, skateboard, helmet, reusable water bottle, headlamp, cash for vendors, food, acoustic instruments, cooler, water, cameras, warm/cold clothes, bug spray, sunglasses, your I.D., your ticket!
Will there be water at the event?
Yes, there will be free potable water available throughout the site. Don't forget your reusable water bottle!
YO DAWG, CAN I BRING MY PET?
Sorry dawg, pets are not allowed.
DO I HAVE TO WEAR A HELMET ON THE SKATE RAMP?
Yes, love your brain!
What can I not bring?
Weapons of any sort, fireworks, guns, nunchucks, bad vibes, pets, loud speakers, illegal substances, fire materials, glass container. No fires!
Will VIP tickets be available?
No. At Frendly Gathering everyone is VIP. We create an intimidate and amenity packed experience for all our ticket holders.