Ultra Music Festival kicks off this week, and we’re helping you prepare with everything you’ll need to know ahead of the festival!
One of the most prominent happenings in dance music is set to return this week, as Ultra Music Festival touches down in Bayfront Park for another exhilarating edition March 22-24. Ultranauts worldwide are making their last-minute preparations for the festival before embarking on an adventure in the heart of Miami. With Miami Music Week also happening, there will be no shortage of parties and shows to check out from day to night.
Heavy hitters like Martin Garrix, Afrojack, Hardwell, Excision, Armin van Buuren, David Guetta, Eric Prydz, and Calvin Harris are set to return to Ultra this year to dominate the decks. RESISTANCE will also see the likes of Vintage Culture, Reinier Zonneveld, Adam Beyer, ARTBAT, Peggy Gou, Camelphat, Nina Kraviz, and LP Giobbi taking us all to the next level for an added punch.
Related: Check out thoughts from five artists playing the show this year and what Ultra Music Festival means to them!
With a lot to remember as you prepare for Ultra, we’ve put together a guide to help you out ahead of the event. Read below for all the essential info, including set times, the festival map, prohibited and permitted items, getting to the show, and more!
Ultra Music Festival 2024 – Essential Info:
Dates: March 22-24, 2024
Hours: Friday: 4pm – 12am | Saturday: 12pm – 12am | Sunday: 12pm – 10pm
Venue Address: 301 Biscayne Blvd. Miami FL, 33132
Tickets: SOLD OUT!
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Ultra Music Festival 2024 – Set Times:
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Ultra Music Festival 2024 – Festival Map:
Ultra Music Festival 2024 – Transportation Guide:
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 Ultra Music Festival.
Looking for tips to keep your belongings safe? Check our post highlighting some ideas!
Clear Bag Policy:
Ultra Music Festival encourages attendees not to bring bags to the festival and has implemented a clear bag policy for anything bigger than a small clutch bag or fanny pack. Please refer to the list of approved bags below and the rules surrounding hydration packs.
- Bags made of clear plastic, clear vinyl, or clear PVC, which do not exceed 13”x17” in size
- One-gallon clear zip-top bag
- Small clutch bags, approximately the size of a hand, either with or without a handle or strap allowed
- Hydration packs, which are NOT backpacks, will be allowed (Please refer to the image below)
- “Fanny-pack(s)” or similar waist-packs will be allowed
- Exceptions will be made on a case-by-case basis for medically required items after proper inspection
Ultra Music Festival 2024 – Do’s & Don’ts:
Permitted Items
- Hydration packs that are not backpacks (empty upon entry)
- Bags made of clear plastic, clear vinyl, or clear PVC (not exceeding 13”x17”)
- One-gallon clear, plastic zip-top bag
- Fanny packs
- Small clutch bags, approximately the size of a hand, with or without a handle or strap is allowed
- Cell phones
- Sunglasses and hats
- Illuminated or glowing jewelry or costumes
- Sealed packs of cigarettes upon entry
- Vapes and E-cigarettes (Vape Juice and E-cigarette cartridges must be sealed upon entry)
- Non-professional cameras
- Action cameras, such as GoPro’s
- Regarding action cameras – yes to strap headwear or non-extendable handles
- Earplugs
- Flags and banners (no corporate or company branding; no hard poles)
- Powdered make-up
- Sunscreen (Non-aerosol and sealed upon entry)
- Feminine products (sealed upon entry)
- Prescription medication (you must have the prescription/label in your name with you)
Prohibited Items
- No illegal or illicit substances, drugs, or drug paraphernalia
- No weapons of any kind including, but not limited to, pocket knives and self defense sprays
- No flammable items or liquids including aerosols and fireworks
- No markers, pens or spray paint
- No backpacks, purses, or bags allowed except bags made of clear plastic, clear vinyl, or clear PVC not exceeding 13”x17”
- No stuffed animals
- No outside food or beverage including alcohol
- No bottles, cans, canteens, flasks, or coolers
- No opened over-the-counter medication or eye drops
- No opened packs of cigarettes or tampons
- No pacifiers or glow sticks
- No balloons, balls, inflatable balls, frisbees or flying disks
- No umbrellas, chairs, blankets, sleeping bags or tents
- No bicycles, skateboards, hover-boards, scooters, or personal motorized vehicles
- No drones or unmanned aerial vehicles
- No animals except for service animals assisting an individual with a disability. “Comfort,” “therapy” or “emotional support” animals do not meet the definition of a service animal and are not permitted entry to the Event.
- No large chains, chained wallets or spiked jewelry
- No laser pens, laser pointers, or similar focused light devices
- No water guns, squirt guns, spray bottles or misters
- No musical instruments, noisemakers or air horns
- No professional cameras, flash cameras or video and audio recording equipment, or camera poles
- No poles, sticks, or “totems”
- No confetti, streamers or loose glitter (wearable cosmetics are acceptable)
- Additional items may be prohibited at the discretion of law enforcement or security officials.
