Festival Info
FAQ, site rules, and what not to bring — plus the latest updates before you arrive.
Weekend Updates
Latest reminders before you arrive — parking, BYOB, vendors, and what to pack.
- Parking & camping: Our original giant field likely won't be hayed in time — June rain left it too wet for vehicles. We still have plenty of room, but things will be tighter than planned. Be mindful of the space you use, avoid sprawling your campsite, and buddy up with fellow campers when you can.
- BYOB: Last-minute BYOB insurance has come through! You're welcome to bring your own drinks to enjoy at your campsite. Alcohol is not permitted in the stage area. Our no-glass rule still applies. Zero tolerance for irresponsible alcohol-related behaviour — drink responsibly and look out for one another.
- Leave no trace: Prairie Funk is on private property we're grateful to use. Pack it in, pack it out — there are no public garbage bins on site, only ashtrays. Everything you bring must leave with you. Before you go, do a final sweep and leave your campsite cleaner than you found it.
- Respect our neighbours: Two neighbouring properties surround the site. Boundaries will be clearly marked with ribbon — please do not cross them. Let's be great guests.
- Vendors: A gourmet food truck will be on site all weekend serving meals and non-alcoholic drinks. Whisked Matcha joins us Saturday with ceremonial-grade matcha from Japan. Non-food vendors will pop up Friday and Saturday — show them some love!
- Be prepared: Lately the weather has been all over the place — sunshine, hail, rain, and clouds within the same hour. Pack dry changes of clothes, warm and cool layers, sunscreen, and bug spray. The Funk Stage is in the woods on uneven ground — bring proper footwear.
General FAQ
Common questions about getting there, camping, gates, and on-site amenities.
Important Info
Site rules that keep the grounds safe and leave-no-trace.
- Camping in designated areas only. Those obstructing local traffic will be forced to move. Keep campsites compact — parking and camping space is tighter than planned this year.
- Pack it in, pack it out. There are no public garbage bins on site — only ashtrays. Everything you bring must leave with you. Do a final sweep before you leave and leave your campsite cleaner than you found it.
- BYOB is allowed at your campsite only. Alcohol is not permitted in the stage area. No glass. Drink responsibly — zero tolerance for irresponsible alcohol-related behaviour.
- Respect property boundaries marked with ribbon. Do not trespass onto neighbouring properties.
- No Fires. BBQ's and Camp stoves are allowed, but no open flames and no propane fire pits. Fire spinning is not permitted at Prairie Funk.
- Do not go into restricted areas, or private property next to the festival.
- Do not dump waste water on the ground.
- Do not use soap, shampoo, and conditioner at rinse areas. It's damaging to the local environment.
- Do not bring two-way radio's or walkie-talkies that may interfere with production / first aid communications on site.
- Pack for unpredictable weather: dry clothes, warm and cool layers, sunscreen, bug spray, and sturdy footwear for uneven forest ground.
Please Don't
Prohibited items — leave these at home.
- Glass (especially bottles & mirrors)
- Alcohol in the stage area (BYOB at your campsite only)
- Illegal substances
- Weapons
- Laser pointers
- Unauthorized/unlicensed vendors
- Unauthorized solicitations (handbills, sampling, giveaways, etc.)
- Fireworks or Flares
- Fire dancing equipment
- Bouncy castles
- Speakers and sound systems (no renegade stages please)
- Animals. Service animals must be registered in advance.
- Aerial drones. Drones are not permitted on or in the air above the festival site.
- Body glitter / feathers that may fall on the ground. If you must use glitter, only use biodegradable glitter.
Questions?
Email us at prairiefunkfestival@gmail.com
