Getting Here

Plan Your Arrival

Select how you’re getting to Hinterland for the route and arrival instructions that apply to you.
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DRIVING & PARKING

CAMPING

DES MOINES SHUTTLE

RIDESHARE / DROP-OFF

Key Times

Festival Gates: Daily at 12 PM
Parking Gates: Daily at 9 AM
Camping Gates: Wed. 12 PM–8 PM; Thu.–Sat. 9 AM–7 PM; Sun. 9 AM–12 PM
Des Moines Shuttle: Daily 10 AM–2 AM
Onsite Box Office: Wed.–Sun. 9 AM–9 PM
Offsite Box Office: Tuesday 10 AM–8 PM at Val Vair Ballroom
Peak Traffic: 9 AM on Thu.; 1 PM–6 PM each day; exiting each night

Wristbands

If you don’t have your festival wristband upon arrival, go to the Box Office.

Explore Hinterland

Find your way to the stage, restrooms, merch, camping and everything in between.

Don't miss your favorite artist! See when everyone goes on stage.

Check out all the food vendors, cocktails, cold beer, and tasty non-alcoholic drinks.

A special place for makers and families. Featuring creative activities all day, plus live music and special events.

Do a little shopping at the fest! We have an amazing lineup of local and national vendors.

The central hub in the campgrounds with 24/7 food vendors, full-service bar, shopping and more.

Nearly 3.5 miles of beautifully wooded paths with plenty of surprises along the way.

Shop official festival and artist merchandise.

Discover even more things to see and do at Hinterland.

Good to Know

Allowed & Not Allowed
Know what you can and can't bring into the festival grounds and campgrounds.
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Box Office
Head to the Box Office for all your ticketing, wristband, and parking/camping pass needs.
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Information Tents
Have questions? Missing an item? Found a lost item? Visit an Information Tent. Guest Services staff members in Pink Vests will be stationed throughout the festival grounds. They are your best resource if you have any questions.

Lost & Found
Lost & Found is located at Guest Services by the Lockers at the South Entrance.

Water
Free water refill stations are located inside the festival venue and campgrounds. Empty refillable water bottles and camelpacks are allowed.

Lockers
Reserve a charging locker to charge devices and securely store your belongings.

Accessibility
Review our ADA and accessibility accommodations.

Health, Safety, Security
Learn about our first aid stations and security protocols, and find informational about emergency alerts.

90 Degree Guarantee
Our 90 Degree Guarantee allows ticket holders to request a return for festival admission any day forecasted to reach 90 degrees or higher. Familiarize yourself with the policy.