Outside Lands is almost here! Whether you’re an old friend of Ranger Dave’s or a first-time festival goer, here’s what to know before you head to Golden Gate Park.
Transportation Information
We STRONGLY recommend that you do not drive to the events. Parking is extremely limited in the surrounding neighborhoods, reserved for residents, and strictly enforced. There is NO general event parking, and attempting to park in surrounding neighborhoods may result in a ticket or tow.For detailed information on how to get to the festival, visit our Travel & Transport section of our Info page.
Shuttle Passes
Save your steps for the show and leave the trouble of reliable transportation to us! We offer prepaid, roundtrip 3-Day and Single Day Official Shuttle Passes from two convenient San Francisco locations: Bill Graham Civic Auditorium in Downtown San Francisco (Local Shuttle), and new this year, the Park & Ride Shuttle atCow Palace located South of San Francisco. Park for free and ride in comfort and ease to Outside Lands. Buy Local Shuttle Pass
Brush up on the Do’s & Don’ts from Ranger Dave & Ruth:
Do be kind to our valued park neighbors when coming and going, fellow audience members, and our staff. Everyone’s here to have fun, so keep the good vibes running high and treat others with respect.
Don’t wave your valuables in the air like you just don’t care. Keep an eye on your personal belongings, or (better yet) leave them at home or in a convenient, on-site storage locker.
Do remember that San Francisco summers can get quite chilly. Be prepared—check the weather forecast, bring layers for when the fog rolls in, wear comfortable shoes for uneven park terrain, and stay hydrated! Bring a refillable bottle and use the event map to find free water refill stations onsite.
Do tune in to your surroundings and if you see something, say something. Keep an eye on your friends and get them help if you think they need it. Look for a member of Outside Lands’ Medical & Safety team and clue them in, anything you tell them is confidential.
Festival Map
Check out the Festival Map for GA and VIP entrances, stages, food, drink, merch, activations, restrooms and other fun.
Box Office Hours
Visit our Box Office if you still need to pick up your wristband(s). IF YOU PURCHASED YOUR FESTIVAL PASS AFTER JULY 28, YOU MUST VISIT THE BOX OFFICE TO PICK IT UP.
2025 Outside Lands Festival Box Office Location & Hours
Golden Gate Park – Marx Meadow (located at 25th Ave. & Fulton):
Wednesday 8/6 - 1pm - 7pm
Thursday 8/7 - 1pm - 7pm
Friday 8/8 - 10am – 9pm
Saturday 8/9 - 10am – 9pm
Sunday 8/10 - 10am – 8pm
Bag Policy
While we would prefer that fans come bag-free, we realize that is not always possible. Help us to help you enjoy the festival by only bringing the following types and size bags:
Backpacks and bags made of clear plastic, clear vinyl, or clear PVC
Small bags, fanny-packs, purses up to 6” x 8” x 3” (do not have to be clear)
Empty dedicated hydration packs with a bladder capacity of under 2.5L/150 in. and no more than one additional pocket.
Standard size backpacks with hydration bladders will not be permitted.
Review our Do’s and Don’ts to keep your wristband safe!
DO shower with it, it's waterproof!
DON’T take it off – Wristbands are non-transferable and non-exchangeable.
DO take care of your wristband and treat it like cash. Wristbands will not be replaced if lost or stolen.
DON’T cut or twist any part of your wristband, it will fray (cut wristbands will NOT be reissued for any reason).
Same day re-entry is not allowed. If you absolutely must leave the festival and need to return the same day, you must speak with a Supervisor at any festival entrance/exit BEFORE LEAVING to be scanned out.
Entrance Gates
All ticket holders can enter the festival via the North Main Gate (on JFK Drive, near 30th Ave) or South Gate (on Middle Dr & Metson Rd). There is a designated ADA Entrance at JFK Drive & 36th Ave.
For GA+ Passholders: The GA+ expedited entry is located at JFK Drive & 30th Ave. You can also enter through the South VIP Gate on Martin Luther King Jr Drive (just west of the South Gate).
All ticket holders may enter the festival via the Main Gate (on JFK near 30th Ave) or South Gate (on Middle Dr & Metson Rd). There is a designated ADA Entrance at 36th Ave & JFK.
Shuttle: If you're arriving via one of our Official Shuttles, you will enter at the South VIP Gate on Martin Luther King Jr Drive (just west of the South Gate). After the show, exit via the South Tunnel or Grass Lands for the shuttle pickup. There are no shuttle pickups on the North side of the park.
GA+ Lounge: The GA+ Lounge is located at the East end of Lindley Meadow near Cocktail Magic. A concierge will be at the Lounge entrance to answer any of your questions.
For VIP Passholders:We strongly encourage VIP ticket holders to enter via the North VIP Gate (on 36th Ave & JFK Drive). You can also enter through the South VIP Gate on Martin Luther King Jr Drive (just west of the South Gate).
All ticket holders may enter the festival via the Main Gate (on JFK near 30th Ave) or South Gate (on Middle Dr & Metson Rd). There is a designated ADA Entrance at 36th Ave & JFK.
Shuttle: If you're arriving via one of our Official Shuttles, you will enter at the South VIP Gate on Martin Luther King Jr Drive (just west of the South Gate). After the show, exit via the South Tunnel or Grass Lands for the shuttle pickup. There are no shuttle pickups on the North side of the park.
For Golden Gate Club Passholders: The North VIP Gate is located at JFK Drive & 36th Ave,featuring a dedicated lane exclusively for Golden Gate Club Members. For those entering from the South side of the park or arriving via a festival shuttle, you will enter the festival via the South VIP Gate on Martin Luther King Jr Drive (just west of the South Gate) for your convenience.
All ticket holders may enter the festival via the Main Gate (on JFK near 30th Ave) or South Gate (on Middle Dr & Metson Rd). There is a designated ADA Entrance at 36th Ave & JFK.
Shuttle: If you're arriving via one of our Official Shuttles, you will enter at the South VIP Gate on Martin Luther King Jr Drive (just west of the South Gate). After the show, exit via the South Tunnel or Grass Lands for the shuttle pickup. There are no shuttle pickups on the North side of the park.
Emergency Exits
Emergency exit signs are posted throughout the festival. Please remember to familiarize yourself with your nearest exit as you move around the festival site and watch the IMAG screens to point you in the right direction at the end of each night.
Emergency Alerts
Text GGPC to 888-777 to register for emergency alerts impacting Outside Lands.
Lyft
Skip the parking hassle, grab your friends, and book your ride to Outside Lands. Use the code OSL10 for $10 off when you ride or bike with Lyft* the official rideshare partner of the festival.
*While supplies last.
Official rideshare pick-up and drop-off locations are:
Balboa & 30th Avenue (adjacent to George Washington High School)
Irving St. between 25th and 27th Avenue
Muni
Muni is another way to get to and from Outside Lands from all over the city. SFMT is providing extra service:
Pre-event (Outbound to the park): Take 5 Fulton or 5R Fulton Rapid buses from downtown to Fulton & 30th Ave. We will also run extra N Judah trains along all of the line’s normal stops.
Post-event (Inbound to downtown) from Fulton & 30th Ave: There will be a special 5X Civic Center Express buses that will take you directly back to Civic Center/UN Plaza BART. We will also continue to run extra N Judah trains at all normal stops.
Have questions about how to get to and from Golden Gate Park Concerts via Muni? Visit SFMTA’s concerts page for everything you need to know. Never taken Muni before? Check this quick start guide. Plan your Muni trip on 511.org or Google Maps.
If you experience or witness an incident, help make Muni a safe space for all by reporting it using the Muni Feedback form at SFMTA.com/MuniFeedback, the 311 mobile app or by calling 311.
Non-English speakers should call 311 for language assisted reporting.
Lockers
Keep your belongings safe and your phone charged all festival long when you reserve your 8" x 12" x 18" locker, complete with a universal phone charger! A stress-free Outside Lands awaits with unlimited access during the festival, plus the option to leave items overnight. Choose your location - lockers are located in GA, GA+ and VIP areas.
The official Outside Lands 2025 app is here – create your personalized schedule and food menu, explore the map and more. Be sure to turn on your notifications so you can stay updated before and during the festival. It’s never too early to start prepping for a weekend to remember in Golden Gate Park!
Duboce Triangle - our newest stage features intimate sets by more than a dozen Outside Lands artists, plus a daily open mic slot.
SOMA, Outside Lands’ dedicated stage for house and techno, returns with an open-air format at Marx Meadow, plus upgraded audio, lighting, and visuals designed for total immersion—no matter where you are.
Do good at The Mission presented by Outside Lands Worksin Hellman Hollow. This year’s cause at The Mission is all about activism and collective action. Visit with local and national organizations and learn how you can make an impact to drive positive change in our Bay Area home and beyond.
Sustainability
We’re making big strides behind the scenes: many artist areas and light towers now run on solar power, and all generators use R99 renewable diesel—cutting emissions by up to 80%. We’ve also swapped single-use astroturf for recyclable carpet, keeping over 12,000 lbs of waste out of the landfill.
We’ve made the switch to paper cups for our cocktails. The new paper cups create 80% fewer emissions when compared to the PLA compostable plastic cups and are much easier to break down into compost.
Cashless Policy
Outside Lands is cashless. Credit cards, debit cards, and digital methods of payment are accepted at all points of sale. *Grass Lands presented by Zig-Zag (a 21+ area) will still accept cash and will have ATMs.
General Info, Health & Safety
Safety
Event staff, security personnel, and law enforcement will be located throughout the site for the duration of the event to create a safe and secure environment for all festival attendees. If you have an EMERGENCY, find a staff member with a radio or go to the closest information, medical tent or entrance gate for assistance. Be ready to convey the nature and details of the incident.
Medical
Rock Medicine will be on-site to help you with any type of medical problem. Rock Medicine has been providing free medical care at concerts and festivals since 1973. Head to a medical tent on the Polo Field or in McLaren Pass, or look for a festival staff member if you need assistance.
Info Booth and Lost & Found
The Information and Lost & Found Booth can be found in the back of the Polo Field behind the windmill. Stop by to get your questions answered, check out the Festival Map, or just to say hi. If you lose something while at the festival, visit sfoutsidelands.com/lost.
FAQs / Festival Information
Have burning Outside Lands questions? We've got you covered! Visit our Info page for all the answers to your FAQs.
Special Offer from Chase
This year, Chase Freedom is showing up with The Cashback Club presented by Chase Freedom —open to all festival attendees!
All Chase credit and debit cardholders get exclusive perks when using their card:
$10 off $100+ merch
$5 off $30+ food & drinks (excl. alcohol)
Terms apply. Member FDIC
Resale
StubHub is the Official Resale Partner of Outside Lands. Tickets are available all the way through to the start of the festival and backed by their FanProtect Guarantee, providing assurance that your tickets are valid and secure. Need to visit us onsite? Find StubHub Guest Services at the Outside Lands Box Office.
