North Coast Music Festival 2026

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Official festival sitenorthcoastfestival.com

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Official set times

Friday. 1 of 3

FAQ & entry rules

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Age & ID

Entry is for ages 17 and older. Bring an unexpired government photo ID.

Which bags can I bring?

Other backpacks, purses and bags are not permitted.

  • Transparent plastic, vinyl, PVC or mesh bags up to 12 × 6 × 12 inches.
  • One-gallon transparent freezer bags.
  • Small non-clear clutches or fanny packs up to roughly 4.5 × 6.5 inches.
  • Hydration bags with a transparent, removable reservoir, emptied before entry.
Water & hydration

Reusable transparent plastic bottles may enter empty. Hydration reservoirs must be transparent, empty and removable.

Can I leave and come back?

Leaving ends admission for that day; re-entry is not permitted.

Prohibited items

Examples include weapons, fireworks, outside food or drinks, glass containers, lasers, drones, aerosol cans and professional camera rigs. This is a short summary; use the official list for all restrictions and exceptions.

2026 festival hours

Sept 4–6: festival started 2 PM daily; Friday/Saturday ended midnight, Sunday 10:30 PM.

2026 will-call

Sept 2: Cobra Lounge, noon–9 PM. Sept 3: Cobra Lounge and stadium east side Gate S2, noon–9 PM. Sept 4–5: stadium, 1–11 PM; Sept 6: stadium, 1–9:30 PM.

Parking & overnight stays

A parking pass is required. Overnight parking, sleeping in vehicles and onsite camping are prohibited.

Public transport

CTA Orange Line to Midway, then Pace 386. The FAQ advises rideshare back to Midway after 7 PM.

Lockers & charging

Three-day lockers allow overnight storage and include a charging pack with a $10 refundable deposit.

Official ticket resale

Tixel is the official resale partner.

Lost or damaged wristbands

One replacement is allowed for a fee. Further replacements require full ticket price.