Rules, Reg’s and some FAQ’s

No nitrous is allowed on the grounds at any time. Anyone seen using nitrous will be ejected immediately without refund and anyone found selling nitrous will be turned over to the authorities to face criminal charges.
No glass bottles are allowed under any circumstance. Because we really DO want you to dance on our lawn and broken glass is a no-no for bare feet.
Underage drinking is strictly prohibited. Anyone under the age of 18 years old must be accompanied by an adult.
Be respectful. No seriously. Don’t be a jerk to the earth or the campgrounds. This is a no trace event, please clean up your camp before you leave and do not litter.
Unauthorized vending is strictly prohibited. But if you want to be an authorized vendor hey! We have an app for that! (an application that is.)
Camping spaces are available on a first come, first serve basis and will not be held for anyone

Will day passes be available?

Thursday and Friday individual day passes are on sale now! THEY DO NOT INCLUDE CAMPING
One more time so that we are clear; THURSDAY and FRIDAY DAY PASSES DO NOT NOT NOT INCLUDE CAMPING
One more time so that we are even more clear; The only presale day pass that includes camping is SATURDAY
I want to come for a single day on either Thursday or Friday but would like to camp, is this possible?
Why YES! BUT these passes will only be available at the gate. You will pay through our ticketing service for a full price admission ticket, camp in a designated day pass area and check out with the front gate between the hours of 9AM and Noon the following morning. Upon checkout, the price difference will be refunded and will be deposited back into your account within 2 business days.)
If you decide that you are having too much fun and would like to stay for the rest of the weekend, and we do predict this happening, just come up to the gate and we’ll switch your wristband.
Anyone purchasing a no camping day pass will be required to park in the lot designated for day passes and will not be allowed to drive their vehicle into the grounds. Any vehicles remaining in the day pass parking area after 1:00 AM will be subject to towing at the owner’s expense.

What is the ticket cost for children?

Admittance for children 12 and under is free.
3 day passes for children between the ages of 13 - 17 are available at a discounted price.

Can I bring my animal?

While we strongly discourage bringing an animal to a music festival, well behaved dogs will be allowed under the following regulations.

(NO EXOTIC ANIMALS WILL BE ALLOWED INTO THE EVENT UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCE.)

All owners must purchase a Paw Pass. (One dog will be allowed per pass)
All owners must sign a waiver upon arrival.
All dogs must be up to date on their shots / immunizations.
At no time is any dog to be off leash.
At no time will a dog be allowed at a staging area during a band’s performance.
All dogs must be kept on a max 6’ lead when moving throughout the park. (USE OF RETRACTABLE LEASHES WILL NOT BE ALLOWED)
All dog owners will be responsible for the immediate cleaning / removal of any refuse produced by their dog.
Failure to abide by any of these rules may result in immediate expulsion from Whippersnap Music & Arts Festival without warning or refund.

When do gates open?

I CAN’T WAIT TO GET THIS PARTY STARTED!!!! Can we arrive and set up camp on Wednesday?

YES!! We’re throwing a Pre-Party with 2 sets of music from a band yet to be announced. Wednesday admission is $50, includes camping and is payable at the gate only. (You must have a 3 day festival pass to be eligible for Wednesday Pre-Party admission)

What camping options are available?

Camping is permitted in both the forest camping and the lower field camping areas. Camping in the woods is on a first come, first serve basis. But no one is allowed to cut down any of the beautiful trees on site to construct a log cabin. Or a house. Or a rondavel. (look it up.)

Can I camp by my car?

Camping by your car is permitted but availability is not guaranteed. Camp by car passes are available in limited quantity.

Will there be a quiet / family camping area?

*Shhhhhh!* speak in your quiet voice…But YES!
Can I use a generator in the quiet camping area? There will be a segmented portion of the quite camping area where QUIET GENERATORS will be allowed.

Are there fees for parking at the event?

Are RV spaces available?

The park offers over over 200 RV spaces with electric / water hook up.
Limited sights are available for RV for boondock use with no power or water.
We highly recommend booking your RV spot in advance. We cannot guarantee a space for anyone arriving at the gate without a pre-reserved space. Your space will be reserved upon purchase of your RV pass. All RV passes must be accompanied by a 3 day admission ticket.
Both electric / water hook up and Boondock sites are available for purchase at https://events.humanitix.com/whippersnap-music-and-arts-festival-2026

Are restrooms and showers available?

Nah. There are holes in the ground and one big ole’ community garden hose. Just kidding! The park has a Bath House (it’s not a day spa so don’t get too excited,) located in between the 2 stages and another in between the RV & forest camping areas. There are showers located on the ends of the Bath House between the RV & forest camping areas. Porta-pots will be placed throughout the park and cleaned each morning. Because no one likes to enter a ripe, neglected porta-pot.

What are the rules regarding alcohol? And will there be Ice Ice Baby?

You are permitted to bring your own alcohol and ice will be available for purchase all weekend. Alcohol will also be sold at the event at the Bluegrass Cafe located in between the 2 stages.

Are fires permitted?

Fires are permitted at individual campsites in approved fire pits. Firewood is available for sale at the firewood station in the lower corner of the park just beyond the main stage.

How do I become a volunteer?

If you are interested in doing something meaningful with your life and add true purpose by becoming a Whippersnap volunteer! Head on over to the Volunteer Page and fill out your application.

How do I apply to vend?

If you are interested in vending at Whippersnap, fill out the appropriate application on the Vendor Page and we’ll get back to you!
Unauthorized vending is not permitted. Vending without proper authorization may result in immediate expulsion from Whippersnap Music & Arts Festival without warning or refund.