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. 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. Check out your Premium Map HERE. We can’t wait to see you in the park!
2024 Shaky Knees Entry Policy
Bring your festival wristband
Please also remember our updated bag policy – CLEAR BAGS ONLY – and No liquids are allowed to be brought into Shaky Knees Music 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, gravel and grass, so choose your footwear accordingly. We recommend a hat and sunglasses, along with your non-aerosol sunscreen, 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 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. A government-issued ID is required to verify your order and pick up tickets.
Box Office Location and Hours
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.
VIP Lounge at Peachtree
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 (no substitutions), water and energy drinks. The bar also offers seltzers, 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. If deck reaches capacity, it will become a one-in, one-out process, regardless of whether you have a spot saved.
- Front-of-Stage Viewing - direct access into the Peachtree Stage VIP viewing area
- Dining Options - complete details coming soon!
- Air-conditioned restrooms
- Lockers and mobile device chargers available for purchase
- Comfortable lounge seating
Piedmont Lounge
*NEW ENTRANCE LOCATION THIS YEAR! Look for the VIP entrance portal BEHIND the bars on the right side of the stage if looking at it. See the new entrance location HERE. 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 (no substitutions), water and energy drinks with seltzers, 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 front-of-stage VIP viewing of the stage, an air-conditioned bathroom and a full-service bar. The bar offers complimentary beer (no substitutions), water and energy drinks with seltzers, cocktails and non-alcoholic beverages available for purchase.
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
- Elevated viewing standing bleachers
*Please note that capacity is limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis. If deck reaches capacity, it will become a one-in, one-out process, regardless of whether you have a spot saved. - Front-of-stage — Accessible via the VIP Lounge.
- Elevated viewing standing bleachers
- Piedmont Stage — Front-of-stage, accessible from the stage left side (on the right if looking at the stage)
- Ponce de Leon Stage — Front-of-stage, accessible from the stage left side (on the right if looking at the stage)