Get excited for Lightning in a Bottle and start fine-tuning the details of your weekend with the set times, festival app, and more!
Lightning in a Bottle is just around the corner, and excitement is at an all time high. The beloved Southern California camping music festival is returning to its home in Kern County at the Buena Vista Aquatic Recreational Center, and will host a variety of music, art, workshops, activations, and so much more across the long holiday weekend.
This year’s headliners include Skrillex, Labrinth, Lane 8, and Honey Dijon. The goldmine of tunes doesn’t stop there, though. Lightning in a Bottle 2024 is stacked from top to bottom with highly anticipated sets from Fatboy Slim, Jimi Jules, Mura Masa, ISOxo, Tipper, CloZee, and even a special Tycho sunset set.
Hundreds of artists will perform across the multiple stages at Lightning in a Bottle. Whether it’s the three main stages Lightning, Thunder, and Woogie or the uniquely curated side stages Grand Artique, Stacks, Junkyard, Compass, and Beacon, there will be no shortage of music, workshops, activities, and people to connect with. There is so much wonder waiting to unfold before you at Lightning in a Bottle. Here are a couple tips to capture the magic of the festival.
The playground is set and all that is left to do is dial in any last-minute details. With the recently released Lightning in a Bottle app, set times, and map, there is so much to explore prior to arriving at the festival. If you have been on the fence about attending and still want to purchase a ticket, know that they are still on sale! Don’t miss out on what is sure to be another beautiful year at Lightning in a Bottle, and check out the last remaining tickets on their website.
Lightning in a Bottle 2024 – Essential Info:
Dates: Wednesday, May 22, 2024 – Monday, May 27, 2024
Box Office/Gate Hours/Will Call:
Wednesday, May 22; 12 PM – 11 PM
Thursday, May 23; 10 AM – 11 PM
Friday, May 24; 10 AM – 11 PM
Saturday, May 25; 10 AM – 11 PM
Sunday, May 26; 10 AM – 11 PM
Monday, May 27; No entry
Venue Address: Buena Vista Aquatic Recreational Area – 13601 Ironbark Rd. Bakersfield, CA 93311
Driving Directions to LIB:
Via Interstate 5, North or South
Exit Bear Mountain Rd / HWY 223
Go West on Bear Mountain Rd / HWY 223 for 4 miles
Turn right onto Coles Levee Rd and continue for 3 miles
Tickets: Purchase HERE
Lightning in a Bottle 2024 – Set Times:
Lightning in a Bottle 2024 – Festival and Camping Maps:
Lightning in a Bottle 2024 – Additional Information:
Reminder To Mind Your Belongings:
Unfortunately, during this festival season, many have reported pickpockets, bag slashings, and theft of wallets, smartphones, purses, and other valuables. While this small number of bad apples in the bunch doesn’t define an entire crowd, some opportunistic people come to these events to take advantage of unsuspecting partygoers, and it’s essential to be mindful of your valuables while at Lightning in a Bottle.
Looking for tips to keep your belongings safe? Check our post highlighting some ideas!
Lightning in a Bottle 2024 – Do’s & Don’ts:
Please note, festival grounds are separate from campgrounds.
Allowed in the Campgrounds:
- Good Vibes
- Camping Gear
- Food and Water
- A reasonable amount of alcohol for personal consumption
- Coolers (ice will be available for sale in the Campground Plazas)
- Enclosed propane stoves
- Cameras (*Remember to ask for consent before taking photos of people you don’t know)
Not Allowed in Campgrounds
- Generators of any kind
- Sound systems
- Weapons (Including machetes for opening coconuts)
- Glass bottles or glass containers
- Motorized vehicles for personal use
- Pets (please email [email protected] to inquire and register a documented service animal)
- Illegal drugs of any kind
- Fireworks, fire tools or fire lanterns
- Fires outside of designated fire pits
Allowed in Festival Grounds:
- Good Vibes
- Backpacks
- Cameras
- Reusable Water Bottles
Not Allowed in Festival Grounds:
- Alcohol
- Culturally Appropriated Costumes, Props or Attire (ie; Headdresses, etc.)
- Glass bottles or glass containers
- Generators of any kind
- Sound systems
- Illegal drugs of any kind
- Weapons (Including machetes for opening coconuts)
- Fireworks, fire tools or fire lanterns
- Pets (Email [email protected] to inquire and register a documented service animal)
- Fires outside of designated fire pits
Security Policy
All persons, items and vehicles are subject to search upon entry by security and law enforcement. Security personnel reserve the right to prohibit items seen as harmful, dangerous or not in the best interest of the festival and its patrons.
For a full list of prohibited and non-prohibited items, plus an extensive list of additional festival information, go to the Lightning in a Bottle website.
