FAQ
FEST ENTRY TIMES
Friday, October 11th gates open at 5:00pm
Saturday, October 12th gates open at 11:00am
VIP ADMISSION
A very limited amount of VIP tickets will be made available. Our VIP guests will have the best seat at the festival from the second story of the Trailhead Pavilion and in front of the Main Stage. Indulge in all things fall-tastic, and VIP, while enjoying Abita Beer, non-alcoholic beverages, all day food, a special private entrance, and more.
FRIDAY AFTER DARK
Friday After Dark is our night concert series that is our kickoff into Abita Fall Fest on Saturday. Featuring three bands, food trucks, Abita Beer, Wine & Daiquiris. After Dark does not have any of the activities, those are only available on Saturday. Kids ten and under get in free for After Dark.
LODGING OPTIONS
The Abita Springs Hotel is our local hotel in town along with numerous Bed & Breakfasts and Airbnb's.
THE LAKE 94.7 SHUTTLE SERVICE
Free parking is located at the Abita Springs Park and Ride on Hwy 36 and the Abita Brewery starting at 11:00am ending at 8:00PM on Saturday, October 12th. Shuttle service will run continually from the two locations listed on Saturday. There is no designated parking on Friday, October 11th.
BIKE CORRAL
We encourage everyone who is able to park and ride to the festival to please do so. We will have a bike corral near the entrance of the park.
FESTIVAL RE-ENTRY
Festival re-entry is allowed with proper wristbands only.
CHILDREN
Festival Abita fall Fest is an all age festival, with lots to do for all ages.
WRISTBANDS
All guest will receive a wristband at the gate and will be required to wear wristbands while attending the festival. No re-entry will be allowed without a wristband.
ENTRY & SECURITY
Entrance to the festival is through the main Abita Springs Trailhead entrance. VIP ticket holders have a private entrance to the right of the main entrance. Security and attendants will be available.
ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES
Abita Beer, Daiquiris & Wine will be flowing all festival day!
WEATHER
The festival will go on rain or shine.
THESE ITEMS ARE ALLOWED
Folding chairs, strollers, blankets and lots of fun.
THESE ITEMS ARE PROHIBITED
Ice chests, outside food and drink (alcoholic and non-alcoholic), umbrellas, fur babies, and not having fun.