Dreamstate SF 2017 || The Essentials

Dreamstate SF 2017 Set Times, Venue Info, & More!

Are you ready for the second edition of Insomniac’s Dreamstate Event in San Francisco for a Memorial Day Weekend full of great music and even greater vibes? This year’s lineup is stacked with Dreamstate SF veterans and artists that have played other Dreamstate shows. It’s even having a few special sets and premieres by Markus Schulz and Ferry Corsten! Dreamstate San Francisco will always have my heart as it was the first Dreamstate event I attended. I’m excited to return and trance around with friends!

Click HERE for my Top 5 Artists who will be taking the stage at Dreamstate! Click HERE for Lisa’s Top 5 Artists who will be taking the stage at Dreamstate!

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Dreamstate SF 2017 Essential Info:

Acceptable Forms of Identification for Entry

• Any US government-issued driver’s license or ID card containing a photograph and date of birth
• US or foreign government-issued passport containing a photograph and date of birth
• Foreign government-issued driver’s license/ID with color photocopy of passport (not valid for 21+ wristband. To purchase alcohol or enter VIP areas, a physical passport or US ID will be required.)
• Temporary DMV documents proving you are currently renewing a license — ONLY if accompanied by passport or expired license

Unacceptable Forms of Identification for Entry

• School ID
• Consular ID
• Birth certificate
• Expired ID of any kind
• Photocopy of any ID (except as noted above)
• Temporary DMV license without passport or expired license

Dreamstate SF 2017 Set Times:

Reminder To Mind Your Belongings

Unfortunately, many people have reported pickpockets, bag slashings, and theft of wallets, smartphones, purses and other valuables during this festival season. While this small number of bad apples in the bunch doesn’t define an entire crowd, there are opportunistic people who come to these events to take advantage of unsuspecting party goers and it’s important to be mindful of your valuables while at Dreamstate SF.

Pay attention to who’s around you and what’s going on around you. Keep your wallet and phone in your front pocket(s) if you can. Treat your phone the same way you would treat cash; don’t set it down on a table or bar and look away. If a friend isn’t standing behind you in a crowd, be careful of your backpack or purse, and don’t put valuables in a pocket that could easily be unzipped by someone behind in a crowded spot without you realizing.

Festivals, in general, are a very densely populated place and are a well-known place where pick-pocketing of unsuspecting people occurs. It’s easy to find yourself in a crowded environment in a line, at a stage in the festival, elevator, or even out on the street where someone could slip your wallet or phone our of your pocket or bag in a matter of seconds. Stay alert, be careful, and make sure to not carry more than what you need!

Dreamstate SF 2017 Do’s & Don’ts

Acceptable Items

• Cell phones and portable chargers/external batteries
• Non-professional flash/still cameras, handheld video devices under 6″ (Sony Action Cam, GoPro, etc.)
• Selfie sticks
• Small bags, single-compartment backpacks, plush backpacks, purses (maximum 12“x12“)
• Official Insomniac water bottles—must be empty upon entry
• Hydration packs with no more than two main compartments and one smaller compartment—must be empty upon entry
• Fanny packs
• Sunglasses & hats
• Lighters and sealed packs of cigarettes
• E-cigs/vapes (refillable liquid chambers OK, must be empty upon arrival)
• Physician-prescribed medication that is not expired (must show physician’s prescription and consult with a safety officer upon entry)
• Earplugs
• Sealed lip balm & gloss
• Sealed sunscreen lotion (inspected upon entry)
• Powder makeup
• Sealed tampons
• Sealed wet wipes
• Sealed packs of gum
• Hula hoops (including LED hoops)
• Glowsticks & glowing/illuminated costumes or jewelry
• LED poi & orbitals
• Inflatables (must be deflated upon entry)
• Flags/banners or handmade signs (no corporate/company-branded and no hard flagpoles)
• Festival totems or decorated pool noodles (see Totem Guidelines)

Prohibited Items

• Professional photo, video, or audio recording equipment (no detachable lenses, tripods, big zooms or commercial-use rigs)
• Laser pointers and air horns
• Drones, remote-controlled aircraft, toys
• Toy guns, water guns, slingshots
• Balls or frisbees
• Tents, large umbrellas, chairs or blankets
• Weapons of any kind (includes pocket knives, pepper spray, fireworks, etc.)
• Illegal substances
• Drugs or drug paraphernalia
• Massagers
• LED gloves or microlights used for light shows
• Pacifiers, dust masks or gas masks
• Aerosol products/cans
• Eye drops (available inside festival at the general store)
• Over-the-counter medication (available inside festival at general store or from a first aid station)
• Liquid makeup
• Unsealed tampons (upon entry)
• Open packs of cigarettes (upon entry)
• Glass, cans, cups or coolers
• Outside food or beverages (including alcohol and candy)
• Markers, pens or spray paint
• Large chains or spiked jewelry
• Stickers, flyers
• Bota bags
• Large purses, bags or backpacks (over 12″×12″)
• Stuffed animals or dolls
• Pets

Totem Guidelines

• Maximum height is 10 feet.
• Totems must be made from a lightweight material (e.g., foam, PVC / no solid metal).
• Collapsible/telescoping camera extenders that follow the above guidelines are OK (lightweight/hollow aluminum/polycarbonate).
• PVC, light wood or aluminum poles must be no thicker than 1 inch in diameter.
• Decorated pool noodles work great for easy entrance through security.
• Inflatables attached to totems must be deflated upon entry.
• Any item deemed dangerous will not be allowed.
• Totems promoting illegal activity or hate speech will not be permitted. Please keep it PLUR.

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