SO, WHAT’S THE GREAT SOUTH BAY MUSIC FESTIVAL?
The Great South Bay Music Festival is the largest three day, "American Themed" music, art & cultural family event on Long Island. Featuring over 45 musical artists on 3 stages, and presenting top name, as well as local up & coming artists in contemporary & classic rock, jazz, jam-band, country, folk, zydeco, funk and all types of American music.
The Great South Bay Music Festival is committed to excellence in “Fun Education”! Parents (and of course kids) will love our KIDZONE … that features top quality “educational & fun” children’s entertainment, all day Saturday & Sunday.
For “Arts & Crafts” Lovers, and shoppers, Great South Bays “Artisan Market”, features a diverse collection of interesting hand made and imported creations.
SOME ANSWERS TO OFTEN ASKED QUESTIONS:
WHERE CAN I PARK:
FREE PARKING is available in Patchogue Village, on the street.
Paid Parking (Just $6 per car).
Just one half block from the Festival Entrance.
(Take S. Ocean
Ave., Make Left on Leo St. to Riyder Ave.)
Spots are limited, get there early.
Handicapped Parking.
Across from the Festival Entrance on Smith Street.
V.I.P. Parking is on Rider Ave.
WHEN AND WHERE IS THE FESTIVAL BEING HELD:
The Festival will be held on Friday, July 13, Saturday, July 14, & Sunday, July 15, 2012. The Festival is located on Smith Street, Shorefront Park in Patchogue, Long Island, New York.
WHAT ARE THE HOURS OF OPERATION?
Friday, July 13:
Doors open at 4:30 PM. First artist 4:45 PM
Festival closes at 11:00PM
Saturday, July 14:
Doors open at 11:30 AM. First act 12 PM
Festival closes at 11:00PM
Sunday, July 15:
Doors open at 11:30 AM. First act 12 PM
Festival closes at 9:30PM
WHEN WILL THE MUSIC SCHEDULE BE RELEASED?
Very soon. Please check back.
WHEN DO TICKETS GO ON SALE?
Tickets are on sale now. Click here.
WHAT IS THE COST OF THE TICKETS?
See the Ticket Page
HOW & WHERE CAN I PURCHASE TICKETS?
Online: Click here
Or the day of the event, at the Box Office
NOT PERMITTED ON FESTIVAL GROUNDS:
Alcoholic beverages, cans, bottles, recording devices, professional cameras, video equipment, laser pointers, coolers, outside food and beverages, empty containers, bicycles, wagons, carts, pets, glass, personal tents, umbrellas, unauthorized vending, fireworks, campfires or grills, weapons, illicit drugs, and other contraband are strictly prohibited. Festival reserves the right to deny entry or remove anyone from the grounds in violation to these rules and regulations.
Video and professional cameras (a professional camera is any camera with a removable lens or lenses over 2-3 inches) are not allowed. Please don’t bring them! If in doubt we suggest you don’t bring it.
WHAT YOU SHOULD BRING TO THE FESTIVAL?
A Lawn Chair (unless you have V.I.P. Tickets)
We highly recommend bringing sun block, a hat, sunglasses, unrestricted clothing. Since the festival is being held in the middle of the summer it may become uncomfortably hot, even though you are on the water.
We also advise wearing comfortable shoes.
HOW DO I GET TO THE FAIR GROUNDS?
Drive, Train, other…
Please check out our "Directions" page.
WHERE SHOULD I PARK?
There are designated parking areas as well as street parking throughout the area. There will be staff to direct you.
ARE THERE ATM'S AT THE FESTIVAL?
There are ATM machines conveniently located throughout the festival site.
ARE THERE FOOD VENDORS? WHAT KIND?
The Great South Bay Music & Art Festival is proud to feature all types of food & beverages from American classics such as burgers, hot dogs, shrimp and clams to barbeque and smoothies.
WILL ADULT BEVERAGES BE SERVED?
A "Brews Tent" serving a diverse selection of Blue Point Brewery’s award winning creations, as well as regional favorites Also, for a comfortable respite in the middle of all the activities and events visit our Wine Garden, a quiet spot to catch your breath and sample some of Long Islands finest wines.
LOST & FOUND
There will be a lost & found located at the box office.
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