Day Trip Festival NorCal 2026

Day Trip Festival NorCal 2026 guideFrom official sources · checked Oct 14

at a glance

Hours
2 PM – 10 PM daily
Age
18+. 18+ with photo ID. A physical passport or US ID is needed to buy alcohol or enter VIP; digital, school and consular IDs are not accepted.
Camping
No camping.
Re-entry
No ins and outs; entry is allowed until an hour before the event ends.
Bags
Small bags, single-compartment bags, plush bags and purses up to 12 x 12 in; fanny packs and empty hydration packs with up to two main compartments are allowed.
Parking
Paid public lots around the festival include the Convention Center, Almaden & Woz, South Hall and Woz & 87 lots, bookable at parksj.org. Cars left overnight are towed.

hours

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Saturday, October 172 PM—10 PM
Sunday, October 182 PM—10 PM

what to bring

Allowed

  • Empty reusable water bottles
  • Empty hydration packs
  • Phones and portable chargers
  • Sealed cigarettes and lighters
  • Empty refillable vapes plus one sealed e-liquid
  • Earplugs
  • Glowsticks and illuminated costumes
  • LED whips, poi and orbitals
  • Non-professional cameras and video devices under 6 in
  • Umbrellas under 10 in collapsed and rain ponchos
  • Sunscreen lotion
  • Prescription medication with the prescription matching your ID

Not allowed

  • Bags over 12 x 12 in
  • Outside food or beverages, including alcohol and candy
  • Aerosol products
  • Glass, cans, cups and coolers
  • Eye drops and over-the-counter medication
  • Liquid makeup
  • Hula hoops, including LED hoops
  • LED gloves and microlights
  • Laser pointers and air horns
  • Tents, large umbrellas, chairs and blankets
  • Stuffed animals and pacifiers
  • Professional photo, video or audio equipment
  • Pets
  • Weapons, real or fake

getting there

Map of Discovery Meadow Directions

Discovery Meadow

180 Woz Way, San Jose, CA 95110, USA

  • SJC
Parking
Paid public lots around the festival include the Convention Center, Almaden & Woz, South Hall and Woz & 87 lots, bookable at parksj.org. Cars left overnight are towed.
Rideshare
Rideshare drop-off and pickup is on S. Almaden Blvd.

official faq

Where is the festival?

Discovery Meadow, 180 Woz Way, San Jose, CA 95110.

How many tickets can I buy?

Up to four per person.

How are tickets delivered?

Mobile tickets are emailed the week of the event.

Can I get a refund?

No refunds or exchanges.

What does the entry search involve?

A TSA-style search, including emptying pockets and bags, a pat-down and possibly removing shoes.

What if my ID is lost or expired?

Expired IDs are accepted only with DMV renewal documents; if lost or stolen, bring a government-issued interim license or passport.

Is there an afterparty?

Yes, the official afterparty at Pure Nightclub is 21+ and runs 22:00 to 02:00.

What is the camera policy?

Cameras without detachable lenses and video devices under 6 in are fine; professional cameras need a photo pass.

sources

Collected from these pages on Wednesday, October 14. Festivals change policies close to the date, so check the official site before you travel.