Please also make note of our main information pages which contain the answers to many of these questions:
If your question is not answered below, please use our contact form to reach out directly and our team will happily help you!
EVENT
What is the difference between campgrounds and festival grounds?
Once you enter the gate, you are within festival grounds and campgrounds. There are, however, set โcamping areas,โ and a difference between โcamping areasโ and โconcert areas.โ While you may bring outside food and beverages (no outside alcohol) into the grounds, you may not bring any outside food or beverages into the designated โconcert areas.โ The Main Stage concert area is a separate area with its own access control.
Are there assigned camping spots?
There are no assigned campgrounds other than VIP camping, which is still set up on a first-come first-serve basis, but only to VIP festival attendees. There is an area designated for substance-free camping, which is open to families as well. For information regarding ADA needs, please visit our Accessibility Page.
What are the shower facilities?
We have indoor shower trailers with air conditioning and hot water. These are available for a small fee in General Camping. There are also showers in the VIP Campground, and those facilities are free for those campers with VIP credentials.
What are bathroom facilities?
Air conditioned bathroom trailers with full-flushing toilets and rinse sinks are provided in the General Campground just north of the RV area near the showers, as well as in the VIP Camping areas. There are also porta potties dispersed throughout the festival grounds.
What time do bathrooms/showers close?
Porta potties never close. The bathroom & shower trailers close at 9pm in the general festival grounds, but bathrooms and shower trailers are open 24 hours in VIP for those campers with VIP credentials.
What do the bars offer?
Bars at the festival offer everything from soda & water, to draft beers, mixed drinks and specialty cocktails.
What kind of food is available?
There will be a variety of food vendors serving different types of food, including vegetarian options. Campers are also able to bring in their own food for the weekend at their campsite!
What is allowed in the festival?
Please see our festival rules and information page to find a detailed list of all prohibited items.
What kind of accessibility is available at Summer Camp?
Please visit our Accessibility page for detailed information.
Will my car be searched when I enter the park? Will anything be searched?
Summer Camp Music Festival is held on private grounds and upon entering you consent to search of your vehicle or person for any banned or illegal items. That said as a general rule, vehicles are not searched to enter the general parking lot at Summer Camp. However, your items are searched as you enter the festival campgrounds. This includes RVs and cars entering the grounds with an RV Camping Spot tickets.
When is the earliest I can arrive on Thursday, Friday, or Sunday?
Gates open on Thursday at 12PM for 4-Day ticket holders. Gates open at 12PM on Friday for 3-Day pass holders. Gates open at 10AM on Sunday for 1-Day ticket holders.
Is re-entry allowed?
Yes, as long as your wristband is in place, you may leave and enter the festival gates as you would like.
However, if you have an RV / Car Camping spot ticket, your vehicle will not be allowed to exit the festival and re-enter. You may still leave the grounds as you please, but the vehicle must stay in place until you would like to leave the event.
What time do gates open/close?
The gates are open 24 hours a day throughout the weekend at Summer Camp once they open on Thursday at 12pm.
Is there WiFi available?
There is no WiFi available at Summer Camp.
Will ATMs be on site to get cash?
Yes, we will have multiple ATMs at the festival and the locations will be indicated on our festival map.
But we also recommend checking out our secure cashless option by registering your wristband. Details will be available closer to the festival!
Are there any age restrictions?
Nope! Summer Camp is an all ages event that also includes a Kids Camp within the festival grounds for those who will be bringing children.
Will there be medical services at the festival?
Yes! We work closely with our medical team to offer services to keep all patrons healthy and safe.
Can I get a ride from the parking lot to the festival, or within the festival?
Yes! Weโll have a Taxi Service who will offer festival cab services all weekend long. More information on this coming soon!
TICKETING
4-Day GA Passes? Where are the Pre-Party Passes?
Heads up, SCampers! Weโre simplifying things this year – Thursday Pre-Party tickets are no longer sold as an add-on. Instead, weโre rolling it all into one with our new 4-Day GA Pass, which gives you full access starting Thursday. That means earlier entry, first pick of camping spots, even more music, and a whole extra day to kick off the 25th Anniversary celebration in style. All you need to purchase is a 4-Day GA Pass to access Thursday at SCamp 2026!
4-Day VIP Passes? Are they no longer upgrades?
Correct! Big news for longtime SCampers… In the past, upgrading to VIP meant purchasing both a 3-Day GA Pass and a separate VIP Upgrade – but starting this year, weโre streamlining the process. The VIP experience will now be sold as a 4-Day VIP Pass, which includes everything you need – no additional GA ticket required. This all-in-one pass makes for a smoother checkout, fewer order mix-ups, and a more stress-free arrival so you can focus on what matters most: making memories at Summer Campโs 25th Anniversary.
I purchased a GA ticket, but would now like to upgrade to VIP. How do I do that?
There is no VIP Upgrade, but you are able to “exchange” your GA Pass for a VIP Pass. In order to start this process you will need to reach out directly to the Eventim/SeeTickets Customer Support (our ticketing provider). You will want to submit a support ticket with your 3-Day GA or 4-Day GA Pass Order ID included, then you will have to purchase a 4-Day VIP Pass. Once Eventim can verify that you ordered a 4-Day VIP Pass, they will refund your GA Pass.
You can check the status and schedule of your current payment plan order by logging in to your Eventim account. Miss a few payments? No worries, you can always reinstate your payment plan and pay any outstanding installments.
If you would like to upgrade from a 3-Day GA to a 4-Day GA Pass you would follow the same process.
What age do children pay?
Children under six gain free admission to the festival. Children 6-12 years of age are half price, at the gate only.
Didn’t receive your ticket in the mail/email?
You can find your Order ID in your EVENTIM account manager.
Otherwise, Please call EVENTIM Monday to Friday, 10am CST – 2pm CST: (855) 976-2544 or email help@eventim.us
I cannot attend anymore, how can I refund my ticket?
There are no refunds. The event is rain or shine. The purchaser and/or bearer of a Summer Camp ticket understands that he/she is purchasing this ticket to the Summer Camp Music Festival and not a particular artistโs performance. The festival is outdoors and weather conditions will affect the performances of all entertainers, and there is a possibility that a particular performer may not be able to perform due to weather conditions or other circumstances. Thus, the purchaser and/or bearer of the ticket understands, acknowledges and will not expect a refund for the purchase of the ticket for any talent cancellations for any reason. Talent lineup and schedule are subject to change at any time.
What’s the difference between each VIP Pass parking?
The regular VIP pass offers parking across from VIP camping, which is closer than the regular parking lot. VIP Deluxe and Super Deluxe get the front spots in this VIP parking area.
When will ticket pricing increase in cost?
There are a limited number of tickets in each tier and once sold prices may increase without notice, but we generally try to send out a heads up via social media and email when each tier is running low, so purchase your tickets as soon as possible!
How can I pay for my tickets if I don’t have a credit card?
At this time, tickets are only available in advance via EVENTIM to be purchased with a credit card. Cash may be used at the gate, but certain ticket options might not be available at that time due to limited capacity.
CAMPING
Can you camp next to your vehicle?
No vehicles are allowed in festival grounds unless you have an RV / Car Camping Spot ticket. See Camping Rules for more info.
Is camping included with my ticket?
Yes, all passes will include access to the general tent-only campgrounds at the festival. If you would like to campdirectly next to your car or in an RV you will need to purchase an RV / Car Camping spot ticket.
If my friends do not have VIP, but I do, can they camp with me?
Yes, and noโฆ Every attendee must have a VIP wristband/ticket to enter VIP campgrounds. As a VIP, you are welcome to camp in the general campground with your friends, but not in the VIP campgrounds.
Can I bring an RV to the festival?
In order to pull an RV into the festival grounds you must have an RV / Car camping ticket. There are a limited amount of GA Electric & Primitive RV spots as well as VIP Electric & Primitive RV spots within the festival. We recommend you buy one of these in advance, as many options will sell out ahead of the festival.
An RV / Car Camping spot does not include admission to the festival. You will need to purchase a 3-Day GA Pass, 4-Day GA Pass, or 4-Day VIP Pass in addition to an RV / Car Camping spot to attend Summer Camp.
Are generators allowed?
We do not allow generators in the general camping area due to risk of noxious fumes having the potential to cause harm to attendees in nearby tents.
For the GA & VIP Primitive RV area it is allowed as long as itโs not too loud, has proper exhaust, and is personal sized. It also must be in your allowed space, not placed next to any tents camping, and canโt be expending exhaust into a neighboring campsite. Cords must not be a trip hazard. It is incumbent upon the patron to make sure the generator is not a nuisance to their neighbors. If it is determined to be so the patrons will be asked to shut it down.
What time do bathrooms/showers close?
Porta potties never close. The bathroom & shower trailers close at 9pm in the general festival grounds, but bathrooms and shower trailers are open 24 hours in VIP for those campers with VIP credentials.
What do the bars offer?
Bars at the festival offer everything from soda & water, to draft beers, mixed drinks and specialty cocktails.
What is allowed in the festival?
Please see our festival rules and information page to find a detailed list of all prohibited items.
Can I bring my pet?
No pets of any kind are allowed on the festival grounds with the exception of a legitimate service animal.
I don’t want to camp, do I have to?
No worries! Camping is not required at Summer Camp. You may leave the festival at your leisure each night to stay somewhere else. There are plenty of hotels available in Peoria, IL located just about 15-20 minutes south of the festival.
My friends and I are arriving at different times, can we still camp together?
We cannot guarantee that there will be space left available for your friends if they arrive at a later time. If you are in the general campgrounds you may save space but please be understanding to your neighbors and other festival attendees.
If you have an RV / Car Camping Spot, you will need to arrive at the same time as your friends if you want both vehicles next to each other. These spots cannot be saved.
Can I have a fire at my campsite?
No, campfires are not allowed at an individual campsite.
Can I bring a grill?
Smaller personal sized camping grills are permitted. Please use them with caution and never leave unattended.
Is there ice available to purchase?
Yes! We will have ice available to purchase at a few locations within the festival including our general store and at the bars.