Welcome to Soundside Festival! We're so excited to open the gates to Seaside Park for an amazing weekend of live music right on the water! Your VIP perks will help you make the most of your weekend with comfortable seating, a private lounge and more!
We’ve compiled this guide to help you take full advantage of everything VIP has to offer. We’ve also included essential info on our health and safety policies and general festival details. Be sure to share this with everyone in your group so all are in-the-know. And if there is anything we left off, email info@soundsidemusicfestival.com with questions. We can’t wait to see you in the park!
Health & Safety
Safety at Soundside Festival
Please also remember our updated bag policy– CLEAR BAGS ONLY – and No liquids are allowed to be brought into Soundside Festival How to Dress & What to Bring
Dress for comfort and be sure to check the weather forecast before you head out the door. The festival grounds are a combination of paved surfaces, grass and sand, so choose your footwear accordingly. We recommend a hat and sunglasses, but if you forget anything, the Festival Store has lots of great merchandise offerings!
Review this link to be sure you are in compliance with our bag policy, to see what items are allowed and prohibited, and to view the chair policy.
VIP Wristbands
Wristband Activation
Wristband activation ensures a smooth process when entering the festival each day and allows you to add emergency contact information to your wristband. All you need to do is enter your wristband ID number (located on the inside of your wristband) and contact info to activate.
Hours
Saturday: 11:45am - 10:30pm
Sunday: 11:45am - 10:30pm Location & Entry Gate
Soundside is located in the western side of Seaside Park, and the festival entrance is on the ballfields abutting Iranistan and Atlantic Avenues.
Passenger Drop Off & Pick Up Location
There is a designated rideshare lot for drop offs and pick ups located at 600 Main St., Bridgeport, CT 06604. More info HERE.
Access to the VIP Beach Lounge with relaxed seating and views of the Long Island Sound - directly accessible from VIP Lounge. Hog Roast from Hoodo Brown at the VIP Beach Club each day around 5 or 6pm until it runs out. First Come, First Served!
Dedicated entry lane into festival
Dedicated Festival Merch store within VIP Lounge