Forbidden Kingdom is just days away! Get prepped for the heavy bass onslaught ahead by checking out the set times and other essential information.
Hear ye, hear ye! Forbidden Kingdom is nearly here, and it’s time to get prepped for the weekend ahead. The festival will return to the Orlando Amphitheater at the Central Florida Fairgrounds on April 25-26, bringing another onslaught of heavy bass and medieval fun for headbangers near and far to explore.
This year’s edition of Forbidden Kingdom is slated to feature massive sets from artists like Zeds Dead, Subtronics, ATLiens, Virtual Riot, Svdden Death, Ivy Lab, and more. Not to mention that there will be some special performances like T-Pain throwing down and The Masquerade, which will bring Chango, Inaktiv, Sanzu, VKTM, Slyckz, Vicious, Mongrel, and 7L to the stage together.
To help get you prepared for all the wubs in store, we’ve compiled the essential information you need to know. Read on for the set times, what you can and can’t bring with you, and more.
Forbidden Kingdom 2026 – Essential Info:
Dates: April 25-26, 2026
Hours: Saturday: 3pm – 11pm | Sunday: 2pm – 10pm
Box Office Hours: Saturday: 2pm – 10pm | Sunday: 1pm – 9pm
Venue Address: Orlando Amphitheater at the Central Florida Fairgrounds – 4603 W Colonial Dr., Orlando, FL 32808
Tickets: Sold out! Join the waitlist!
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Forbidden Kingdom 2026 – Set Times:
Forbidden Kingdom 2026 – Pre and Afterparty Info:
SVDDEN DEATH is playing the official pre-party for Forbidden Kingdom this year on April 24. As for the afterparties, Zeds Dead will take the stage on April 25, while YDG is set to headline on April 26. All official pre- and afterparties are slated to take place at The Vaguard. Tickets are available via the official website.
Forbidden Kingdom 2026 – Festival Map:
Forbidden Kingdom 2026 – Rideshare Info:
A designated pick-up and drop-off location will be outside the venue entrance on BMX Way. Uber or Lyft will have additional instructions.
Forbidden Kingdom 2026 – Parking Info:
Parking at Forbidden Kingdom is available for $40 per day, either by pre-paying online or using the limited on-site cash spaces. Head to the official website to purchase your parking pass in advance. ADA Parking will be available on a first-come, first-served basis with the purchase of a pre-paid parking pass.
Reminder To Mind Your Belongings:
Unfortunately, festival attendees 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. It’s essential to be mindful of your valuables while at Forbidden Kingdom.
Looking for tips to keep your belongings safe? Check our post highlighting some ideas!
Forbidden Kingdom 2026 – Bag Policy:
- NON-CLEAR (and clear) hydration packs with no more than two main compartments and one smaller compartment (must be empty upon entry)
- CLEAR bags and do not exceed 12″x6″x12″
- NON-CLEAR (and clear) small clutch bags not exceeding 6″ x 9″ (15cm x 23cm) with or without handle or carrying straps are permitted
Forbidden Kingdom 2026 – Dos & Don’ts:
Permitted Items
- YES Deodorant
- YES E-cigs/vapes
- YES Festival totems or decorated pool noodles (see Totem Guidelines)
- YES Flags/banners or handmade signs (no corporate/company-branded and no hard flagpoles)
- YES Glowsticks & glowing/illuminated costumes or jewelry, LED poi and orbitals, Hula hoops – including LED hoops
- YES NON-CLEAR (and clear) hydration packs with no more than two main compartments and one smaller compartment (must be empty upon entry)
- YES Non-professional flash/still cameras, handheld video devices under 6″ (Sony Action Cam, GoPro, etc.), and GoPro extendable poles
- YES Personal misting fan with a bottle no larger than 1.5L (must be empty upon entry)
- YES Physician-prescribed medication that is not expired (must show physician’s prescription and consult with a safety officer upon entry)
- YES Reusable water bottles (must be empty upon entry)
- YES Sealed Intranasal Naloxone
- YES CLEAR bags and do not exceed 12″x6″x12″
- YES NON-CLEAR (and clear) small clutch bags not exceeding 6″ x 9″ (15cm x 23cm) with or without handle or carrying straps are permitted
Prohibited Items
- NO Aerosol products/cans
- NO Balls or Frisbees
- NO Costumes that resemble public safety uniforms (police, SWAT, fire, security, or medical)
- NO Drones, remote-controlled aircraft, toys
- NO Drugs or drug paraphernalia
- NO Gas masks
- NO Glass, cans, cups or coolers
- NO Illegal substances
- NO Laser pointers and air horns
- NO Markers, pens or spray paint
- NO Massagers
- NO Outside food or beverages (including alcohol and candy)
- NO Over-the-counter medication
- NO Pets
- NO Professional photo, video, or audio recording equipment (no detachable lenses, tripods, big zooms or commercial-use rigs)
- NO Red-colored light-up wands, batons, or lightsabers
- NO Stickers, flyers
- NO Tents, large umbrellas, chairs, or blankets
- NO Toy guns, water guns, slingshots
- NO Weapons of any kind (including pocket knives, pepper spray, fireworks, etc.)
- NO Wind chairs/sofas
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.
