Forbidden Kingdom 2025 Set Times, Festival Map, and Essential Info

Are you ready to turn back the clock to the Middle Ages and get a dose of bass to your face at Forbidden Kingdom? Stay in the know with the essential info!

Forbidden Kingdom is nearly here, and the upcoming edition is shaping up to be one of the biggest yet! This year, the festival will return to the Orlando Amphitheater at the Central Florida Fairgrounds for another round of Medieval fun on May 30-31, and anticipation from bass lovers is at an all-time high.

The lineup for Forbidden Kingdom is stacked with talented artists who have been at the top of the bass scene and others who are carving out their space. This includes artists like Excision, SVDDEN DEATH, RL Grime, Netsky, Zomboy, Ray Volpe, Jade Cicada, and more. There will also be some special sets at the festival, like deadmau5 performing a drum and bass set and Kill Safari returning to the spotlight—not to mention some house artists like Odd Mob, LAVERN, and BIJOU.

Forbidden Kingdom will open its gates to bass lovers in just a few short days, so we’ve compiled all the information you need to know before you make your way to the festival. Read on for the set times, festival map, what not to bring with you, and more.

Forbidden Kingdom 2025 – Essential Info:

Dates: May 30-31, 2025
Hours: 2pm – 11pm, daily
Box Office Hours: 1pm – 10pm, daily
Venue Address: Orlando Amphitheater at the Central Florida Fairgrounds – 4603 W Colonial Dr., Orlando, FL 32808
Tickets: Purchase HERE

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Forbidden Kingdom 2025 – Set Times:

Forbidden Kingdom 2025 – Festival Map:

Forbidden Kingdom 2025 – Parking Info & Map:

Parking at Forbidden Kingdom is available for $40 per day, either by pre-paying online or utilizing the limited cash on-site spaces. Head to JustPark to purchase your parking pass ahead of time.

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 Forbidden Kingdom.

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

Forbidden Kingdom 2025 – Bag Policy:

Forbidden Kingdom 2025 – Do’s & Don’ts:

Permitted Items

YES Service animals.

YES Cigarettes and e-cigarettes (cigarettes must be sealed)

YES E-cigs/vapes (refillable liquid chambers OK, must be empty upon arrival. E-liquid OK, must be factory-sealed at entry)

YES Small, single-compartment bags that are a standard smaller – 8 in. x 11in

YES Cell phones and portable chargers/external batteries

YES Face masks

YES Deodorant (must be sealed upon entry)

YES Cell phone charger

YES Sunscreen LOTION

YES Inflatables (must be deflated upon entry)

YES Refillable, plastic or aluminum bottles (must be empty upon entry)

YES Hydration packs with no more than two main compartments and one smaller compartment (must be empty upon entry)

YES non-aerosol bug spray

YES LED flow toys (Hoops, LED hoops, LED orbit, Pixel whip, Levi wand, Staff, Poi/LED poi, Flow fans)

YES Glowsticks & glowing/illuminated costumes or jewelry

YES Blankets (Small) & Beach Towels

YES Chapstick and Lip Balm

YES Earplugs

YES Non-professional flash/still cameras, handheld video devices under 6″ (Sony Action Cam, GoPro, etc.), and GoPro extendable poles

YES Fanny Packs and Hip Bags

YES Personal misting fan with a bottle no larger than 1.5L (must be empty upon entry)

YES Gum (Must be sealed upon entry)

YES Feminine products (sealed upon entry)

YES Hand Sanitizer (under 2 oz.) and Baby Wipes (sealed upon entry)

YES Hats

YES Physician-prescribed medication that is not expired (must show physician’s prescription and consult with a safety officer upon entry. Only bring the amount of medication needed for the duration of the festival. Prescription must match ID.)

YES Rain ponchos and umbrellas measuring less than 10″ when collapsed

YES Kandi

YES Compact powder Makeup, sparkles, etc.

YES Sealed Intranasal Naloxone

YES Smiles

YES Sunglasses

YES Tampons and pads (sealed upon entry)

YES Wet wipes (sealed upon entry)

YES Good vibes

Prohibited Items

NO outside food or beverage items allowed

NO Aerosol products/cans

NO alcohol or flasks

NO bags, purses, or backpacks LARGER than a standard piece of paper – 8x11in.

NO BackPacks

NO Balls or Frisbees

NO Bota bags (over-the-shoulder leather pouch that can carry liquid)

NO Costumes that resemble public safety uniforms (police, swat, fire, security, or medical) in any way

NO ice or ice packs

NO coolers

NO Gas masks

NO glass containers

NO Helium balloons

NO illegal substances, drugs, or drug paraphernalia

NO rage sticks, banners or flags are permitted. Any of these items that are deemed unsafe or inappropriate, or are being used for purposes other than intended, may be confiscated on-site.

NO illegal or unauthorized vending

NO Weapon or weapon accessories of any kind, real or fictional (including whips, lightsabers, pocket knives, pepper spray, fireworks, etc.)

NO slingshots, toy guns or water guns

NO Large chains or spiked jewelry

NO LED gloves or LED microlights used for light shows

NO Liquid makeup

NO Markers, pens or spray paint

NO Massagers

NO air horns

NO sharpies or paint

NO animals or pets

NO flammable lanterns or fire of any kind

NO fireworks or any types of explosives

NO skateboards, scooters, or personalized motor vehicles

NO bicycles inside the festival

NO tents, canopies, large umbrellas, chairs, or blankets

NO Unsealed tampons or pads (upon entry)

NO chairs or stools of any type (Inflatable chairs are allowed**)

NO wagons or carts of any type

NO sports balls

NO Stuffed animals or dolls

NO eye drops

NO Open packs of cigarettes (upon entry)

NO outside cans or cups

NO Pacifiers

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 lasers or pointers

NO instruments, megaphones, horns, or noisemakers

NO soliciting

NO over-the-counter medication

NO metal aerosol containers, including sunscreen, pepper spray, bug repellent, or spray paint

NO drones, remote-controlled aircraft, toys, or UAVs (unmanned aerial vehicles)

NO selfie sticks

NO Stickers, flyers

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.

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