Festival Information

WRISTBANDS

• Upon entry, your ticket will be exchanged for a wristband.
• Your wristband serves as your pass for re-entry—be sure to keep it on at all times.
• Wristbands that are removed, damaged, or tampered with will be deemed invalid and will not be accepted for entry.

TARPS AND CHAIRS

 * Any tarps or chairs left overnight will be removed.  They will be taken to the festival Lost and Found.

Main Stage

• Low chairs and festival-style chairs are welcome in the designated front “Low Zone.”
• Low chairs may be up to 28 inches tall, with legs no higher than 4 inches.
• High Chairs ( taller than 28 inches) are permitted in the designated Zone, behind Low Chair Zone
• Tarps and blankets may not exceed 5 ft x 7 ft in size.
• Any tarps or chairs left overnight will be removed.

Barn Stage

• Low back and high back chairs allowed  in designated areas
• Tarps and blankets may not exceed 5 ft x 7 ft in size.
• Any tarps and chairs left overnight will be removed

SMOKING

• Smoking is permitted only in designated smoking areas.
• Please dispose of cigarette butts responsibly using the sand pails or a personal “pocket ashtray.”
• Thank you for helping us keep the festival grounds clean and safe!

SECURITY

• Security staff are stationed throughout the site for your safety and assistance.
• Don’t hesitate to approach them if you need help or have a concern.

CASH & PAYMENTS

• The ROOTSandBLUES Festival is now cashless!
• Debit and credit cards are accepted at the box office, festival merch tent, beverage stations, and for 50/50 raffle tickets.
• Please note: Some food and artisan vendors may still accept cash.

Festival Amenities: Discover what makes the ROOTSandBLUES Festival a truly unforgettable experience:

• Stages: Enjoy non-stop entertainment across four daytime stages and three evening stages, featuring a diverse mix of genres and performers.
• Food Market: Treat your taste buds to a culinary journey! From classic Western fare to international flavors, our food vendors offer something for every palate.
• Artisan Market: Explore handcrafted goods by talented Canadian makers. Find one-of-a-kind art, jewelry, clothing, and more.
• Whimsy Zone: Fun for all ages! The Whimsy Zone offers activities and entertainment to keep kids engaged and smiling
• Three Beverage Gardens: Pick up your drink of choice—beer, cider, wine or mocktail—at one of our three on-site beverage gardens. While the site is licensed for open liquor, all alcoholic beverages must be purchased through the designated beverage areas.
• Bike Parking: Biking to the festival? We’ve got you covered! Free, secure bike parking is available across from the Main Gate.

General Info

• No pets: Only certified service animals are allowed.
• No refunds: All ticket sales are final.
• Tickets: Children 12 and under are free with a paying adult. Day and Weekend festival passes are available to purchase. There are no evening-only tickets.
• Payment: The ROOTSandBLUES Festival is now cashless! Debit and credit cards are accepted at the box office, festival merch tent, beverage stations, and for 50/50 raffle tickets. Please note: Some food and artisan vendors may still accept cash.

Site Etiquette

• Chairs: Low-back chairs at the front, higher chairs at the back.
• Dancing: Be mindful of others—feel free to dance, but please avoid blocking the view of seated guests.
• Smoking/Vaping: Only permitted in designated smoking zones (see site map).
• Security Checks: Outside alcohol is not permitted and will be confiscated. Bags and coolers will be checked at entry.

Health & Safety

• Water Bottles: Bring a refillable water bottle. Free water stations are available. Help us reduce single-use waste!
• Lost Children. Children will be brought to the Event Central Building. Show them this location upon arrival.
• Accessibility. Free admission for support persons. Volunteers can assist in contacting on-site transport if needed.
• First Aid & Help: First Aid is located at Event Central or look for our friendly volunteer Event Hosts in festival shirts—they’re here to help!

 Environment

• Please use the labeled compost, garbage, refundable, and recycling bins located throughout the site.

Food & Drink

• Food and Artisan Market: Over 50 vendors with delicious food and handcrafted Canadian goods.
• Outside Food and Beverage: You’re welcome to bring your own snacks and non-alcoholic beverages.
• Coolers: Small coolers only. Large coolers are not permitted.
• Ice: Ice is available to purchase by the bag at the Festival Merch Tent.
• Beverages: Alcohol must be purchased from one of our three beverage gardens. The site is licensed for open liquor, but outside alcohol is not allowed.

Getting Here & Around

• Location: Salmon Arm Fairgrounds, 490 5th Ave SW, Salmon Arm, BC.
• Parking: $10/day (credit or debit only). No overnight parking or camping. More info at Salmon Arm Parking (salmonarm.ca/226/Parking).
• Bike Parking:  Free, secure bike storage is available across from the Main Gate.
• The Downtowner Shuttle: Free shuttle service for attendees, with stops at:
  • Campground Entrance
  • Main Gate
  • Downtown Askew’s
  • Prestige Harbourfront Hotel

Schedule: TBD
Courtesy of Downtown Salmon Arm businesses—take the shuttle to enjoy the free Tuned Up Series downtown.

• Road Conditions/Construction. Check for traffic or construction delays at Drive BC: https://www.drivebc.ca/#mapView&ll=50.598509%2C-118.565809&z=8&xtg=Map%20Badge

Nearby Amenities 

• Shower Facilities: onsite shower information TBD
• Additional shower facilities are also available at the Salmon Arm Recreation Centre.
  View pool & shower schedule »

• Swimming. Canoe Beach www.salmonarm.ca/Facilities/Facility/Details/3

What to Bring

• Refillable water bottle
• Sunscreen and hat
• Debit/credit card
• ID
• Earplugs
• Folding chair
• A good vibe

ROOTSandBLUES neither endorses nor provides technical support for third-party ticket sales. We strongly recommend that customers avoid third-party sales, and purchase tickets directly from the ROOTSandBLUES ticket provider. The box office has a contractual obligation only to the original ticket purchaser. ROOTSandBLUES is not obligated to honor any agreements made by third parties in regard to tickets for our shows. All policies are subject to change without notice.

Please read and understand the following terms and conditions before purchasing your ROOTSandBLUES Festival tickets and Camping tickets as they affect your future legal rights:

• NO REFUNDS or EXCHANGES. It is the responsibility of the ticket holder to check their ticket for the correct performance, day of the week and time. All performances are subject to restrictions imposed by governmental and public health authorities and to cancellation or modification at the discretion of the ROOTSandBLUES should extenuating circumstances arise.
• All sales are final, including drink tickets and merchandise. Tickets obtained from unauthorized sources may be invalid, lost, stolen or counterfeit and may not be honoured. ROOTSandBLUES reserves the right to refuse entry on re-sold tickets without a refund.
• Artist and performance times are subject to change without notice.
• Festival Tickets and Camping Tickets are sold on a first-come, first-served basis.
• Festival Tickets and Camping Tickets are transferable. To transfer your tickets, go to the confirmation email you received after your purchase and click “VIEW your TICKETS”. Then, scroll to the bottom, update the information and the tickets will be emailed to the recipient. Save and except for the transfer policy, the ROOTSandBLUES make no warranty, representation, or guarantee respecting any ticket sale, whether express or implied.
• Children 12 years and under are admitted free (no ticket required) with an adult ticket holder. Proof of age may be requested at the gate prior to entry. No refunds will be offered for tickets that were purchased in error.
• Seniors 65+ and Youth (ages 13-24) ticket holders may be asked to provide a valid piece of government and/or school ID to prove their age.
• Transaction fees and taxes are applied to festival tickets and camping tickets.
• Each ticket has a unique QR or barcode which can only be scanned once for admission. Once scanned the ticket becomes invalid. Duplicate tickets with the same barcode will not be accepted for admission.  Once a ticket is scanned, the ticketholder will receive a wristband at the gate. Wristbands must be worn at all times and shown for entry into the ROOTSandBLUES Festival site and campgrounds. Wristbands that are removed or tampered with are considered invalid and entry will not be permitted.
• Festival Tickets and Camping Tickets can be reissued if lost, stolen, damaged or if you have reason to believe there is a duplicate. The ticket holder must present a valid government ID at the box office to have tickets reissued. *Tickets will not be reissued once a ticket has been scanned.
• Ticket holders consent to reasonable security checks to ensure compliance with laws, facility rules and regulations. If you elect not to consent to such searches, you may be denied entry to the event without a refund or other compensation.  Ticket holders by consenting to a search of their person and property waive any claims against the ROOTSandBLUES, its officers, directors, employees, volunteers, contractors, agents or representatives that may arise from such a search. You agree that the event for which you purchase or use tickets is a public event, that your appearance and actions inside and outside the venue where the event occurs are public in nature, and that you have no expectation of privacy with regard to your actions or conduct at the event.
• Alcoholic beverages, illegal substances, glass, fireworks and other explosives, amplified music, professional photography and recording devices, print materials for distribution, pets (service dogs allowed), laser pointers, firearms/weapons, sky lanterns, drones, or any other prohibited item as deemed inappropriate by the ROOTSandBLUES staff and security. Any violation of these conditions may result in refusal of admission or ejection without a refund.
• By attending the event, you consent to have medical treatment and/or transport that may be deemed advisable in the event of injury, accident and/or illness during the event. You release the ROOTSandBLUES and all persons participating in any such medical treatment of all legal and financial liability for any such actions.
• You acknowledge that individuals working for and at the ROOTSandBLUES, artists, venue, sponsors and stakeholders are using video and photographic cameras at the event. Your image may be captured without your consent or payment of compensation to you, and you release the ROOTSandBLUES from any legal liability for such filming, photographing or dissemination. You understand and accept that other than for personal use, images, film or video you obtain at the event may not be used without the prior written permission of the ROOTSandBLUES.
• You assume full responsibility and liability for your participation in and attendance at ROOTSandBLUES, including any risks and dangers incidental to the event such as loss or damage to property, personal injury or death. By attending, you forever indemnify, release, discharge and hold the ROOTSandBLUES, its officers, directors, employees, volunteers, contractors, agents or representatives harmless from any claim arising from such risk, even if arising from the negligence of the ROOTSandBLUES, its officers, directors, employees, volunteers, contractors, agents or representatives, or by third parties.
• To the fullest extent permitted by applicable laws, none of the ROOTSandBLUES, its officers, directors, employees, volunteers, contractors, agents or representatives are or will be responsible or liable to you or any third party for, and you expressly waive all rights to seek, any indirect, incidental, consequential, special, exemplary, punitive or other damages under any theory of liability, arising out of or relating in any way to your participation in and attendance at ROOTSandBLUES (even if ROOTSandBLUES have been advised of the possibility of such loss or damages, or such loss or damages were reasonably foreseeable).
• You agree that any claim made against ROOTSandBLUES will be on an individual basis. You understand and agree that waiving the right to participate as a class representative or class member in a class action suit.
• The collection of personal information is not practiced by the ROOTSandBLUES unless knowingly provided through making a financial contribution/donation, ordering tickets, contest promotions, subscribed newsletters, online bulletin boards, chat areas, or other interactive, online activities. Personal information may include your name, address, phone number, credit card numbers and expiry dates, age and e-mail address.

Salmon Arm Folk Music Society follows the evolving guidelines and recommendations of the BC Provincial Health Authority and Interior Health Authority.

ROOTSandBLUES has the right to refuse admission to, or eject, any person who behaves in a disorderly manner, uses vulgar or abusive language, or fails to follow the event’s rules. All ticket sales are final, and no refunds or exchanges will be granted.

While every effort is made to present the program as advertised, ROOTSandBLUES reserves the right to vary the artists and/or program without notice. No refunds will be given due to changes in programming.  We will not be liable for travel or any other expenses that you or anyone else incurs in connection with an event alteration.

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