FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
WHEN IS EARTH DAY 2026 FESTIVAL?
SAVE THE DATE! 2026 Earth Day Music Fest is Saturday, April 25, 2026!
SO, IS THIS IS A TICKETED EVENT? HOW MUCH?
Yes, this is a ticketed music festival. However, it is a benefit. We’re donating 100% of proceeds to local environmental organizations chosen every year.
HOW DO I GET MY TICKETS?
You can purchase tickets on our website or through the official Earth Day Music Fest Facebook page.
WHAT DO I DO FOR PARKING?
Because parking around Jordan Valley will be limited, we are offering free shuttle service to the fest! The Ice Park lot will be closed to visitors, and the garage across the street will be open for a fee (note: there is a Cardinals game in the evening).
However, OTC (Ozarks Technical College) has graciously offered to let us use their lots at the corner of Sherman and Bob Barker Blvd. Shuttles will be running back and forth beginning at 10:30am until the end of the fest, so park at OTC for free and ride on down to the fest. We’ll have signs designating the lots and shuttle stop.
Accessible parking will be available with handicap pass in Jordan Valley Ice Park Parking Lot.
And of course, we would be remiss if we didn’t mention that we absolutely encourage biking and carpooling!
Also, bring your lawn chairs and refillable water bottles! No dogs, please.
WHO'S ALL PLAYING?
2026 Artists will be announced in Winter 2025!
WHAT DO YOU MEAN, PLASTIC-FREE? DOES THAT MEAN THERE WON'T BE ANY BEER CUPS OR WATER BOTTLES?
Our goal is to have this as a “leave no trace” event; in other words, no garbage to be left onsite. We are also eliminating single-use plastics. In lieu, we are providing everyone with the opportunity to make a one-time purchase of a commemorative, refillable, stainless-steel cup that you can use throughout the day to purchase beer (and take home, they last forever!). We will not have plastic water bottles for sale, but we will have hydration stations for people to refill their own water bottles. That means free water! You don’t have to worry about spending $10-20 on water bottles throughout the day. We strongly encourage bringing your own water bottle to the festival, and if you don’t have one, there will be a limited amount of reusable cups by the hydration stations from which to drink.
WILL THERE BE BEER FOR SALE?
There will be several options of beer and wine for purchase throughout the duration of the festival in your commemorative cup. Sorry, refills are not free.
WILL THERE BE FOOD FOR SALE?
Local food trucks will be on site with delicious food options throughout the day, giving you a chance to support local!
WHAT SHOULD I BRING TO THE FEST?
1) Refillable water bottle (you can purchase an Earth Day Water bottle if you don't have one). NO plastic water bottles will be for sale on the grounds.
2) Lawn chair and/or blanket
3) Your bike! Consider this fuel-less mode of transportation!
4) Your phone with your tickets pulled up, OR a printout of your pre-purchased tickets
5) Cash for bar/food/merch if possible, otherwise credit cards will be accepted. (This fest is not cashless)
6) Umbrellas or raincoats, if rainy
7) Sunscreen
WHAT SHOULD I NOT BRING TO THE FEST?
1) No dogs or pets
2) No coolers
3) No outside drinks (come with water bottles empty please, water is free)
4) No weapons of any kind
5) No glass
6) No smoking inside festival gates
WHAT IF IT RAINS?
This is a rain or shine event, and tickets are non-refundable. In the event of storms or ice, we will be moving the event indoors.
KID-FRIENDLY?
Absolutely, and kids 12 and under get in free with an adult!
We are excited to present our new and improved kids tent for 2026!
DO YOU ENCOURAGE BIKE-RIDING/CARPOOLING TO THE EVENT?
Yes! We put this leading question in here even if you weren’t thinking of asking it. In the spirit of fuel economy, we encourage joining the pre-fest bike ride, walking, or carpooling to the event.
WHERE CAN I FIND MORE INFO?
Check out our social media for frequent updates on the fest, such as musical acts, food, location, etc.
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EarthDayMusicFestivalSpringfield
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/earthdayfestivalspringfieldmo/