The 2022 festival VIP Guide is not yet available. For 2021 information, see below:
Welcome to VIP!
We're thrilled to welcome you to Shaky Knees Festival! As a VIP guest, you have special access to some of the best amenities in the park. We've put together this Welcome Guide to help you make the most of your weekend.
We’ve also included essential info on our health and safety policies and general festival info. 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@shakykneesfestival.com with questions. We can’t wait to see you in the park!
BEFORE THE FESTIVAL
Health & Safety
The safety of our patrons and our staff is our number one priority. As such, a full COVID-19 vaccination or negative COVID-19 test results will be required to attend Shaky Knees 2021.
For patrons who are not fully vaccinated, a negative COVID-19 test result must be obtained within 72 hours (3 days) of first attending Shaky Knees Festival.
Please review all Health, Safety and Security policies here.
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 and grass, 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!
The Platinum Concierge has sunscreen, hand sanitizer and other supplies on hand. If you have a preferred brand, we recommend bringing your own.
Review this link to be sure you are in compliance with our bag policy and to see what items are allowed and prohibited.
VIP Wristbands
Will Call
If your wristbands were not mailed to you and are at Will Call, you can pick them up at the Festival Box Office. Look for the Platinum & VIP Will Call line for expedited service. A government-issued ID is required to verify your order and pick up tickets.
- Box Office Location: Courtyard of the Atlantic Civic Center, 395 Piedmont Ave. NE
- Box Office Hours:
- Wednesday 10/20 – 12PM-7PM*
- Thursday 10/21 – 12PM-7PM*
- Friday 10/22 – 11AM-10PM
- Saturday 10/23 – 11AM-10PM
- Sunday 10/24 – 11AM-9PM
*Avoid long lines at the Box Office during the Festival by picking up tickets early! Parking will be available on Wednesday and Thursday ONLY in the lot accessible off of Piedmont Ave NE between Currier St NE & Pine Street NE. Please enter off of Piedmont Ave NE, hang a left to enter the lot and exit from the opposite side towards Pine Street NE.
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.
Cashless Presented by Discover
Your Platinum perks include complimentary dining and drinking in the Platinum Lounge, but you may want to enjoy other options while wandering the festival grounds. Joining a credit card to your wristband through our Cashless program is the easiest way to make purchases throughout the festival.
Getting in the Festival
- Hours:
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Friday, 10/22, 11:30 am–11 pm
- Saturday, 10/23, 11:30 am–11 pm
- Sunday, 10/24, 11:30 am–10 pm
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- Location — The official address is Central Park, 311 North Ave NE.
- Entry Gates — There are two entry gates into the festival grounds. The North Gate is located at the intersection of Central Park Place and Linden Ave, and the West Gate is on Pine st just west of Piedmont Ave. Both have dedicated lanes you can use for expedited entry — look for the VIP & Platinum Lane.
- Rideshare — Use this address as your destination: 395 Piedmont Ave NE, Atlanta, GA 30308. Do NOT go to 400 Merritts Ave or type in Central Park Atlanta into any map. It will take you to the wrong spot.
- Public Transportation — We encourage fest-goers to use public transit. Getting to the festival is easy when using MARTA. The closest MARTA Station to Central Park is North Ave Station. It's about a 15 min walk from Central Park.
AT THE FESTIVAL
VIP Lounge
The VIP Lounge is your hub for the weekend and the ideal spot for relaxing and recharging between sets. Conveniently located next to the Peachtree Stage, the VIP Lounge includes all of the following:
- VIP Bar — Enjoy complimentary beer, water and Red Bull. The bar also offers cocktails, wine and sodas for purchase.
- Viewing Deck — An elevated platform offering a sweeping view of the Peachtree Stage. Please note that capacity is limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis.
- Dining Options
- Snack Shack — Complimentary light snacks daily from 3-6 pm (or while supplies last)
- Concessions by Proof of the Pudding — A variety of delicious options available for purchase from Atlanta's own Proof of the Pudding; daily throughout the show times.
- Premium bathrooms
- Lockers with mobile device chargers available at preferred pricing:
- 1 Day $15
- 3 Days $40
- Comfortable lounge seating.
Piedmont Lounge
Located on the stage left side of the Piedmont Stage (to your right if you are looking at the stage), this space encompasses premium viewing of the stage, an air-conditioned bathroom and a full-service bar. The bar offers complimentary beer, water and Red Bull with cocktails and non-alcoholic beverages available for purchase.
Ponce de Leon Lounge
Located on the stage left side of the Ponce de Leon Stage (to your right if you are looking at the stage), this space encompasses premium viewing of the stage, an air-conditioned bathroom and a full-service bar. The bar offers complimentary beer, water and Red Bull with cocktails and non-alcoholic beverages available for purchase. Please note that this lounge is shared with Platinum guests.
Viewing Areas
As a VIP guest, you have access to some of the best views in the park. Please note that all viewing areas are subject to capacity limits and available on a first-come, first-served basis.
- Peachtree Stage
- Viewing deck — Double-decker, elevated platform accessible from the VIP Lounge.
- Front-of-stage — Accessible via the VIP Lounge.
- Piedmont Stage — Front-of-stage, accessible from the stage left side.
- Ponce de Leon Stage — Front-of-stage, accessible from the stage left side. Shared with Platinum.