Where can I buy a pass?
Where is the festival held?
Summer Sundown Music Festival is being held at The Stage at Lake Sara, 8724 E Marine Rd, Effingham, IL. 62401. For a map and/or directions to the venue, click here.
What happens if it rains?
We get wet! Summer Sundown is a rain or shine event. We will take all precautions to ensure the safety of our guests. In the event of extreme weather, the event will be delayed. Please keep an eye on the weather conditions and dress appropriately. For the local forecast, click here.
Will I be allowed to re-enter?
Paid attendees will be allowed to come and go from the festival grounds as they please with the help of a handy-dandy Summer Sundown wristband.
Is the festival open to all ages?
Yes! Kids 15 and under get in to the Festival free with a paid adult - maximum (2) kids per adult, please. We will have kids’ activities!
Camping?
Yes! Lake Sara Campground is across the street. Just follow the rock road back and to the left. You’ll find the campground and pick out your spot. Zach will come find you and get you all registered!
For RV accommodations, please call/text ahead: (217) 868-2964
Are there hotel rooms and other accommodations available?
We are located just a few miles from Effingham, Illinois – the home of dozens and dozens of hotels. For a list of hotels/motels, click here. Our hotel partner is La Quinta Inn in Effingham. Give them a call at (217) 540-1111 and ask about a reduced rate for Summer Sundown Music Festival attendees.
What is the parking situation?
Parking is easy – there’s plenty of space in the fields across the street from our venue to accommodate vehicles large and small. Parking is free and within 100 yards. Handicapped parking will also be available.
What if I want to be a Vendor or Volunteer?
Merchandise, food, & drinks can be sold on the festival grounds by registered vendors only. To apply to be a Vendor, contact Andrew Evans at andrew@adotevans.com.
To apply as a Volunteer, contact Garrett Burris at garrett.d.burris@gmail.com. We only have a limited amount of volunteer spaces.
Can I bring my own food and/or drinks?
Sorry, not inside Festival grounds. We will not allow you to bring your own food/beverages within the concert area. There will be a variety of great food and beverages including water, soda, coffee, tea, beer and wine available for purchase.
What are the Festival hours?
Festival Hours (doors/box office open 60 mins before show time):
Thursday: 6:00pm-11:00pm
Friday: 4:00pm-Midnight
Saturday: workshops at 10am/box office opens at 11am/music from 12pm-midnight
Sunday: workshops at 10am/box office opens at 11am/music from 12pm-6:00pm
More info about workshops coming soon!
What should I bring?
An appetite for an eclectic mix of artists from across Illinois and beyond. Sunscreen, bug spray, camping gear, yoga mat, swimming attire, a fun-loving attitude, and plenty of good vibes to spread around to your fellow festival-goers. Feel free to bring lawn chairs or folding chairs of some sort. The venue has a limited amount of seating, but plenty of room for everyone to stake a claim and unfold a few chairs! Please, no high-back chairs or chair toppers/umbrellas - the people behind you want to see!
What should I NOT bring?
Bringing your own food and drinks into the festival area is a No-No. There will be a variety of great food and beverages including water, soda, coffee, tea, beer and wine available for purchase.
If you’re interested in helping record the festival sets, please let Garrett know at garrett.d.burris@gmail.com. Otherwise, please refrain from recording on anything more than a cell phone or small device.
Flash photography is also not allowed.
Golf carts and similar personal motorized vehicles will not be allowed on the festival grounds without prior approval (we might ask to borrow it).
This should go without being said, but weapons of any kind will not be allowed into the festival.
I have a dog. He's a very good boy – yes him is, yes him is. Can I bring him?
We'd prefer you didn't...but if you have no choice but to bring poochie...we shall allow it. Please make sure they are leashed at all times and up to date on vaccinations. We reserve the right to ask you to remove your furry friend if they can't hang.