Get Freaky Event Guide – Know Before You Go
Make sure you’re ready for a smooth experience with the Get Freaky Event Guide —check out all the essential info like venue details, hours, parking, and more before you arrive.
Location: Utah State Fairpark 155 1000 W, SLC, UT 84116
Hours: Fri & Sat: 4 PM – 11 PM | Sun: 4 PM – 10 PM
Parking: Parking is $20 per day.
RideShare Drop-off: 300 N, North side of fairgrounds.
TRAX: Fairpark Station (Green Line) Check Trax Schedule for more details.
FrontRunner – Nearest station is North Temple. Check the Frontrunner Schedule for more information.
Get Freaky Festival is 18+. You will need an ID to get in. Check out our list of accepted IDs for both entry and bars to make sure you’re all set.
Make your journey through security seamless by reviewing the bag policy before you arrive. Here are a few quick guidelines:
- Backpacks and bags made of clear plastic, clear vinyl, or clear PVC
- Small bags, fanny-packs, purses (do not have to be clear)
- Empty dedicated hydration packs with no more than 3 additional pockets (do not have to be clear).
- Standard size backpacks with hydration bladders will not be permitted.
Utah weather can be unpredictable, so it’s best to dress in layers. Be sure to check the forecast before heading out. Lockers will be available to rent for extra layers and belongings and they even come with charging stations to keep your phone powered up.
Inside the festival there is plenty to do and see outside of the dance floor.
- You can discover tons of goodies and spots to shop on Vendor Row.
- Stop by the food court for some delicious bites.
- Artist merch + official festival merch will be available at the merch tent.
- There will be a full bar plus beer & seltzer stations throughout the festival.
- Lost your mind and your phone? Stop by the Lost & Found.
- Stop by the Sideshow Spectacular every night at 9PM for nightly activities.
All ticket types will first need to be exchanged for wristbands at the Wristband Exchange. Once your RFID wristband is secure on your wrist, you can then tap in at the main entry and enjoy the festival. Don’t forget to register your wristband using the QR code—only registered wristbands will be replaced if lost.
The wristband exchange tent will open at 4:00 pm each day of the festival or you can exchange your wristband early on Thursday.
EARLY WRISTBAND EXCHANGE:
- Location: The Utah Fairpark Box Office
- Date: Thursday 10/24
- Times: 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM
You can bring MULTIPLE tickets to exchange.
- DON’T: Tighten it too tight, it cannot be loosened.
- DO: Shower with it, it’s waterproof.
- DON’T: Take it off, wristbands are non-transferable.
- DO: Treat your wristband like cash.
- DON’T: Cut or twist it; damaged wristbands won’t be reissued for any reason.
- DON’t: Buy wristbands from strangers. Fraudulent wristbands will be turned away at the door.