APF FAQ

What are the dates for Austin Psych Fest 2013?

The 6th annual Austin Psych Fest will be held April 26-28, 2013.

WHERE IS THE FESTIVAL?

The 6th annual Austin Psych Fest will be held at Carson Creek Ranch in Austin, Texas. It is located about five minutes from Bergstrom International Airport.

For more information on the venue, go here.

WHERE AND WHEN CAN I GET TICKETS?

Weekend passes for the 2013 festival are on sale now IN OUR ONLINE STORE. They are also available at Laced With Romance, Waterloo Records, and End of an Ear in Austin, TX.

Online ticket sales close on Wednesday, April 24th at NOON CST. We will NOT run out of tickets this year! Feel free to arrive and buy your ticket at the festival. We take cash or credit.

When you buy a ticket online you have two options: 1) Pick it up at “will call”, meaning we’ll have your name on a list or 2) Have a commemorative paper ticket mailed to you can bring to the festival, where it will be scanned and redeemed for a wristband (and you get to keep the paper ticket). This ticket will be used to pick up your wristband.

HOW MUCH ARE TICKETS?

WEEKEND PASS – $150. If you want the commemorative ticket you just pay for shipping.
DAY TICKETS – $60. If you want the commemorative ticket you just pay for shipping.
LAYAWAY TICKETS – One payment of $80 and another of $75. These tickets are will-call only.

WHAT IS THE FESTIVAL SCHEDULE?

Festival doors will open each day in the early afternoon.

FRIDAY – Doors at 02:00pm, music starts at 02:30pm, last band ends at 01:30am
SATURDAY – Doors at 12:30pm, music starts at 01:00pm, last band ends at 01:30am
SUNDAY – Doors at 02:00pm, music starts at 02:30pm, last band ends at 01:30am

See the daily schedules here.

Can I get a refund if it turns out I cannot go to the festival?

Refunds will not be available under any condition; your ticket is yours after you buy it. If you cannot make it to the festival you may transfer your ticket to someone else. Our apologies for any inconvenience.

How can I sign up to receive news updates?

How can I apply for press credentials?

Complete the press pass application here.

Due to high demand, press passes will only be awarded to publications and media outlets with significant readership.

How can my company become a sponsor?

If you or your company is interested in sponsorship, please get in touch – sponsors@austinpsychfest.com

How can my company become a vendor?

Send us an email with details on what you’d like to sell and a link to your website if you have one – vendors@austinpsychfest.com

What is your photo / camera policy?

If you are no an accredited member of the press, please do not bring pro video or photo gear into the festival. NO FLASH PHOTOGRAPHY.

My band wants to play the festival, how can we apply?

We do not take submissions for the festival, but feel free to share your music with us via – info@austinpsychfest.com

CAN I VOLUNTEER AT AUSTIN PSYCH FEST?

Learn more about being a volunteer at Austin Psych Fest, and submit an application by clicking here.

Is the festival an all ages event?

Yes, but attendees under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. No exceptions.

Kids under 13 years of age will be admitted to the festival at no charge. This is not a family-oriented festival, but we are a family / kid friendly festival. If you’re bringing your kiddos, they must be with you at all times. We recommend ear plugs for everyone, especially the kids.

Can I leave the venue once I’ve gone in?

Re-entry is for weekend pass holders and 21+ only.

Are pets allowed at the festival?

Pets are not allowed, so please leave your little animal friends at home.

What can I bring to the festival?

It’s a venue with a full bar, so just bring yourself, your identification, money for drinks, food, band / festival merchandise, and goods from our hand-picked vendors. Feel free to bring a blanket to sit on, or a fabric portable chair (not a hard folding chair). You can also bring a backpack or bag to carry your personal items and one unopened bottle of water, but keep in mind we will be selling re-usable bottles and will provide water filling stations. If you’re camping, check out what’s allowed on the camping page.

Don’t bring anything that’s illegal in the State of Texas. If you’re not sure it’s ok to bring, it probably isn’t.

What kinds of food will there be at the festival?

There will be delicious vegetarian, vegan, gluten free, and omnivore food options. Read more about the festival vendors here.

How can I get to the festival?

Taxis, bus routes, a shuttle, and carpooling are some of the options to explore when planning your arrival to and from the festival. See your transportation options here.

How much is parking at the festival?

Read complete information about festival parking on the venue page.

WILL THERE BE CAMPING ON FESTIVAL GROUNDS?

Yes! And we are stoked to have this option available. For more information go here.