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Set times are located HERE. Set times can also be found in the 'UTBS Festival' App. 

Download at the link: Apple (iOS) or Google Play Store or search ‘UTBSFestival’ in app stores 

 

Yes, shuttles will be available & are FREE

Shuttles start at 2PM Friday and 11AM Saturday & Sunday and run through the day.

 

Yes, and parking is complimentary for all ticket holders! Overnight parking is prohibited. RVs must be under 35 feet including attachments.

Keep an eye out for an email with your designated parking lot. Find directions to the fest & each lot HERE.
 
We do not offer camping on site.

Please check HERE for a list of hotels, motels, RV camping, and campsites.
 
Please check our Lodging List  for hotels, motels, RV camping, and campsites.

If you'd like to be included in the lodging list, please email us at [email protected]
 
The closest airport to the festival is Kalispell AKA Glacier National (Airport code FCA). 
 

Please note that Under the Big Sky VIP is strictly 21+.

  • VIP Parking
  • Designated VIP Areas
  • VIP Bar and Beer Garden
  • Upgraded Restrooms

Looking for a VIP Pass? Request one on LYTE!

 

You MUST have a valid Government form of ID to enter the festival (ID, Drivers License, or Passport). We’ll send a reminder of this prior to the festival – but please don’t wait until the week of to lose your forms of ID – we CANNOT guarantee entry without proper identification! See below for a list of acceptable ID’s below:

  • Any US government-issued driver’s license or ID card containing a photograph and date of birth
  • US or foreign government-issued passport containing a photograph and date of birth
  • Foreign government-issued driver’s license/ID
  • Temporary DMV documents proving you are currently renewing a license — ONLY if accompanied by passport or expired license
 

This is a CASHLESS event - credit/debit card and Apple/Andriod Pay accepted!

Thank you for your interest in performing at our events! At this time, UTBS '24 is fully booked. But we're always looking for inspiring local and national talent to showcase at our concerts.

Please fill out this form with all relevant information.

Tickets & entry
  • 3-Day VIP Passs (Sold Out)
  • 3-Day GA Passes
  • Single Day GA Passes 

Get 3-Day (GA) and Single Day Passes HERE.

Looking for 3-Day VIP? Check the Lyte Exchange!

We do not recommend buying a ticket from anyone other than our preferred ticketing outlet, Showclix, or our official ticketing exchange partner, Lyte. We are not responsible for third party sellers like Craigslist, Seatgeek, StubHub, etc.

Through Lyte, you can safely and securely purchase and sell your tickets to Under the Big Sky '24. Check the Lyte Exchange HERE.

Yes, you will need to present and scan your tickets each day in order to be allowed into the festival. You may bring your printed tickets or present the QR code on your phone.

Tip: take a screenshot of the QR code on your tickets in advance! 

There is no re-entry per day into the festival for all attendees. We have plenty of food and drink options on site, as well as a general store for anything you may need. If you have specific needs or concerns, please contact [email protected]

Friday opens at 3PM and runs until 11PM.

Saturday and Sunday open at 12PM Noon and runs until 11PM.

Children six and under can enter for free but please RSVP your child after you add your tickets to your cart.

Children seven and older must purchase a general admission ticket.

Please note that VIP tickets and areas are strictly 21+.

What can I bring?

We want to ensure that your time at the ranch is comfortable and safe. Here’s what you can bring:

  • Cell phones
  • Bug Spray (aerosol 6oz of less okay)
  • Non-professional cameras
  • Medium backpacks/purses (18x13x8 or smaller)
  • Blankets/Towels
  • Low Back Chairs
  • Sunscreen (contents to be checked at entry, limited to 4oz lotion or 6oz aerosol)
  • Chapstick
  • Lipstick
  • Eyedrops
  • Makeup
  • Empty 32oz (or less) reusable water bottles
  • UTBS Branded Reusable Cups
  • Strollers & wagons are allowed (please no double wide strollers)

HEAVILY ENCOURAGED:

  • GoPros (w/o sticks)
  • Sunglasses
  • Mints
  • Good times
  • No Pocket Knives
  • No Guns
  • Pets
  • Cigarettes (E-Cigs ok)
  • Lighters
  • All Aerosols (Bug Spay/Sunscreen up to 6oz okay!)
  • Onsite RV parking
  • Totems
  • Illegal Drugs / drug paraphernalia
  • Large backpacks (under 18x13x8 inches OK)
  • Glass bottles or containers
  • Outside food / drink
  • Weapons of any kind
  • Laser pointers
  • Selfie sticks
  • Audio recording devices
  • Professional photo / video cameras
  • Drones
  • Umbrellas (parasols ok)
  • Chalk, markers, sharpies
  • Chains / chain wallets
  • Gum
  • Stickers / flyers / solicitations
  • Cleated shoes
  • Clothing that promotes drugs and / or gangs

Medical prescriptions must be approved by Festival staff and in their original containers with labels that match the holder’s legal ID. If you require insulin, please identify yourself to security before entering the venue. Security will locate medical staff to assist you in providing a secure area to store your insulin. Please reach out prior to the festival if you require approval for medical [email protected]

A medium backpack should be no bigger than 18″ tall, 13″ wide and 8″ thick packed. Bags will have to fit into a box of that size (similar to the system used at airports). If your bag doesn’t fit in the box, it won’t be allowed inside the venue.

Vendors & media

Please fill out this form.

Contact [email protected] with any questions/concerns. We will be responding to selected vendors by the first week of February.

Apply HERE.

We will reach out to those accepted to participate in this year's event.

Want to be a stagehand, ticket taker, usher, parking attendant, bartender, culinary worker, and more?  If you are energetic, love music and want to be a part of the best festival team in the country, then we want to meet you! We enjoy meeting new people and we are always hiring. As a diverse employer, we pride ourselves on having a safe and fun workplace.

Apply Here

Please fill out this form and our team will be in touch.

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