Shambhala 2018 Set Times, Festival Map, and More!

Be prepared for Shambhala 2018. Check out the festival map, set times, and other essential information!

Shambhala is nearly upon us! While we’re all out-of-our-mind excited, before you completely lose your marbles, check out all the essential information you’ll need to know before entering the festival!

Don’t forget to check out our top artists that you shouldn’t miss at this year’s edition of Shambhala, and let us know who you’re most excited to see! If you’re looking to get hyped with some of the sounds from artists this year, check out the official Spotify Playlists that will surely keep your caravan bumping along the way!

Shambhala 2018 Essential Info:

Dates: Thursday, August 9 – Monday, August 13, 2018
Ages: 19+ with Government Issued ID
Venue Address: Salmo River Ranch, Salmo, BC, Canada
Tickets: Shambhala 2018 is Sold Out
Facebook Event Page: RSVP HERE

Gate Hours: Gates open Tuesday, August 7 at 8:00AM. Those entering before Friday, August 10 must purchase Early Entry passes at the gate with cash only. Early Entry works as follows:

Tuesday, August 7 @ 8AM: $150 per person; cash only
Wednesday, August 8 @ 8AM: $100 per person; cash only
Thursday, August 9 @ 8AM: $50 per person; cash only – 2 of 6 stages are open
Friday August 10 @ 8:00AM: $0 – All 6 stages are open

Please note: Guests who arrive before Tuesday at 8AM will be placed in a special holding lot and processed after all of those who arrive on time.

Acceptable Forms of Identification for Entry

Valid government issued ID (passport, driver’s license, etc)
A second supporting piece of ID (credit, health card, etc. Anything with your name, signature or photo)

Unacceptable Forms of Identification for Entry

School identifications
Expired identifications of any kind
Birth Certificates
Social Security Cards
Voter Card
Photocopies of any identifications
Consular identification

Shambhala 2018 Set Times:

Shambhala 2018 Festival and Parking Maps:

Shambhala 2018 Do’s & Don’ts:

Prohibited Items

Alcohol
Fire
Fuel
Generators
Glass
Lasers
Illegal Substances
Motorized Vehicles
Pets
Weapons
Hate Speech
Confiscated Items
Synthetic Feathers and Boas

Recommended Packing List:

Camping gear
Bandana
Sunglasses
Water containers
Jacket
Backpack
Food
Biodegradable shampoos and sunscreens
Flashlight
Comfortable footwear

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 partygoers and it’s important to be mindful of your valuables while at Shambhala Music Festival.

Looking for tips to keep your belongings safe? Check our post highlighting some ideas!