Electric Forest 2026 Staff Guide

LOAD IN

Site Lockdown
SAT 6/20: 11:59pm (midnight)

Main Street Load In (Food / Craft / Sponsors)
MON 6/22: Food - 10am to 6pm
TUE 6/23: Food - 10am to 6pm
TUE 6/23: Craft - 9am to 7pm
SAT 6/20 - WED 6/24: Sponsors - 8am to 6pm

Good Life Village Load In (Food / Craft)
TUES 6/23: Craft - 9am to 7pm

Venue Load In (Food / Craft / Sponsors)
MON 6/22: Food - 10am to 6pm
TUE 6/23: Food - 10am to 6pm
WED 6/24: Craft - 9am to 7pm
MON 6/22 - THURS 6/25: Sponsors - 8am to 6pm

CAR TOLLS / CAMPGROUNDS

North & South Toll / GA Campground Hours
WED 6/24: 12:01am *Show Ready TUE 6/23 10pm*
THURS 6/25: Gates open at 12:01am (All Camping Entry)
* Open 24 Hours through SUN 6/28

Good Life Car Toll / Campground Hours
WED 6/24: Gates open at 8am; *Show Ready 6am*

FESTIVAL VENUE HOURS

THURS 6/25: 4pm to 5am *Show ready 2pm*
FRI 6/26: 2pm to 5am (Tripolee Venue Only Opens 12:30pm for Yoga)
SAT 6/27: 2pm to 5am (Tripolee Venue Only Opens 12:30pm for Yoga)
SUN 6/28: 2pm to 3am (Tripolee Venue Only Opens 12:30pm for Yoga)

STAGES

Tripolee Stage
THURS 6/25: 6:30pm to 4am
FRI 6/26: 3:45pm to 4am (Yoga 12:45pm)
SAT 6/27: 3pm to 4am (Yoga 12:45pm)
SUN 6/28: 5:30pm to 2am (Yoga 12:45pm)

Ranch Arena Stage
THURS 6/25: 6:30pm to 2am
FRI 6/26: 4:30pm to 2am
SAT 6/27: 5:30pm to 3:15am
SUN 6/28: 3:45pm to 1:30am

Sherwood Court Stage
THURS 6/25: 7pm to 3:15am
FRI 6/26: 4pm to 3:30am
SAT 6/27: 5pm to 2:30am
SUN 6/28: 5:30pm to 2am

Observatory Stage
THURS 6/25: 6:15pm to 3:15am
FRI 6/26: 5pm to 3:45am
SAT 6/27: 4:30pm to 3am
SUN 6/28: 5:15pm to 1:30am

Grand Artique Stage
THURS 6/25: TBD
FRI 6/26: TBD
SAT 6/27: TBD
SUN 6/28: TBD

TBA Stage (Formerly Carousel Club)
THURS 6/25: 5pm to 2:30am
FRI 6/26: 2:30pm to 2:30am
SAT 6/27: 2:30pm to 2:30am
SUN 6/28: 3:30pm to 2:30am

TBA (Formerly Dream Emporium)
THURS 6/25: TBD
FRI 6/26: TBD
SAT 6/27: TBD
SUN 6/28: TBD

Forest Silent Disco
THURS 6/25: 8pm to 4am
FRI 6/26: 8pm to 4am
SAT 6/27: 8pm to 4am
SUN 6/28: 7pm to 2am

Good Life Live
WED 6/24: 10pm to 2am
THURS 6/25: 2am to 4am amplified, 4am to 6am Silent Disco (Friday Morning)
FRI 6/26: 2am to 4am amplified, 4am to 6am Silent Disco (Saturday Morning)
SAT 6/27: 2am to 4am amplified, 4am to 6am Silent Disco (Sunday Morning)

Download the official festival app to view stage schedule in the "DOWNLOAD OFFICIAL ELECTRIC FOREST APP" section below. 

DIRECTIONS TO DOWNLOAD (iPhone):

1. Proceed to your safari mobile browser and type in www.herdevent.com/efstaffguide26 (*this will only work via a Safari browser*)

2. Click the icon shown below:

3. When the next prompt pops up, click on the option that says "Add to Home Screen":

4. Proceed to the apps on your phone's home screen and open the Staff Guide app by clicking the icon:

DIRECTIONS TO DOWNLOAD (ANDROID):

 1. Proceed to your Google Ghrome mobile browser and type in www.herdevent.com/efstaffguide26 (*this will only work via Google Chrome browser*) and click the icon below.

2. Click the Icon Shown:

3. Click "Add" to add it to your homescreen:

 

4. Click the "add automatically" and enjoy the EF26 Staff App!

 

 

The Patron ADA Accessibility Program will be managed by Accessibility Live. We are
dedicated to providing an inclusive and enjoyable experience for all attendees. We
recognize the importance of accessibility and are committed to ensuring that individuals with ambulatory, visual, hearing, and cognitive / developmental / neurological disabilities can fully participate in the festivities.

If you would like to help guests requiring ADA accommodations, please contact the Access Team via the ADA radio channel. If you have questions about the Access program, please email access@electricforestfestival.com

*NEVER ASK ABOUT WHAT TYPE OF DISABILITY SOMEONES HAS*

Assisting Guests with Disabilities

• Think-Then Speak
• Always speak directly to the person with a disability, not their friend(s)
• Making small talk is great
• Always ask before you help
• Never assume help is needed
• Use person-first language (person with a disability vs. disabled person)
• Be Sensitive About Physical Contact Some people rely on their arms for balance.
  Grabbing them could make them fall.
• Don't touch wheelchairs, scooters, or canes. People with disabilities
  consider their equipment part of their personal space

STAFF ADA ACCOMMODATIONS

If a member of your team will be requesting accommodations due to a disability, please reach out to your festival contact prior to the show.

AEG Festival Staff: Request for accessible accommodations must be submitted to the festival Human Resources representative at scapozzalo@aegpresents.com. All accessibility accommodation requests must be submitted to Human Resources (TBD) days prior to your arrival at the festival site. The festival will attempt to provide reasonable accommodations for accessibility requests. However, accommodation requests are subject to review and approval is not guaranteed. Accommodation request for festival provided housing is subject to the terms and conditions set forth by the property owner.

Pets and emotional support animals (ESAs) are not allowed onsite or in festival provided housing including in the festival campgrounds. Any violation of the pet policy may result in disciplinary action. Pets include all animals and are not limited to dogs. A policy exception may be made for AEG Festival employees who work at the festival site for a continuous period of 21 days or more. This policy exception is subject to approval from the Human Resources representative.

Service Animals are welcome. The festival grounds are considered an active
construction site so there may be areas where it may not be safe for animals. Service
animal handlers must exercise caution and follow all festival site safety rules. All service animal owners/handlers are required to complete and submit the service animal liability release form below.

Please review the following Festival Staff Animal Policy before proceeding to sign the Service Animal Liability Release.

Click here to view Employee Onsite Dog Policy

Click here to fill out the Voluntary Waiver and Release Agreement: Animal Festival Credentials

Festival Contractors and Vendors: The Electric Forest festival is committed to fostering an accessible workplace for all festival workers regardless of employer. Accessible accommodations may be necessary for individuals living with a qualifying disability which can include limitations of vision, speech, hearing, mobility, cognition and other disabilities that affect major life activities. All vendors and contractors should meet with their employees who request an accessible accommodation on the basis of a qualifying disability. In consultation with the employee, the contractor/vendor must determine 1) if the disability requires an accommodation, 2) what type of accommodation needed for the worker to perform their job duties, 3) if the contractor/vendor has the means and resources to provide an accommodation to the satisfaction of the worker and 4) if the contractor/vendor has the ability to modify the accommodation if necessary during and unexpected event such as an evacuation. It is the contractor/vendor’s obligation to identify and determine their ability to meet the needs of their employees who request accessibility accommodations based on disability.

Contractors and vendors must be prepared to provide a means to support for their workers accessibility needs including 1) transportation, 2) housing and lodging, 3) communications (assistive listening and hearing devices), 4) visual aids and 5) other tools, equipment and machinery. Independent contractors should also evaluate their individual accessibility needs and take the necessary steps to ensure that their personal accessibility needs are met.

The festival does feature accessible pathways, restrooms, and designated accessible parking. The Electric Forest festival believes in equality, inclusivity and the health, safety and wellbeing of every festival attendee and every festival worker. If you require assistance from the festival with respect to accessibility or if you have questions regarding disability accommodations, please feel free to contact Erik Barker, Director of Risk Mitigation at ebarker@aegpresents.com.

Service Animals: The festival grounds are an active worksite. Pets comfort animals and emotional support animals (ESA) are not allowed on festival property due to concerns for safety, liability and for the welfare of the animal. Service animals that have been trained to perform a task that supports a major life function for a person living with a disability are permitted on festival property on the condition that the service animal owner registers the animal prior to arriving on site. Service animal owners will also be provided with a waiver form and a copy of the rules and regulations pertaining to service animals conduct, handling and care. Registration is required in the event that the service animal and the animal owner become separated. 

For further information or assistance please contact:

Nina Centeno
830-776-8745
nina@accessibilitylive.com

GA CAMP ACCESS

GA Camp Access is the accessible camping area at Electric Forest, located near the GA venue entrance South of the Tripolee stage. Entrance into Camp Access is gained with a valid, GA Weekend Camping Wristband, in addition to having a GA CAMP ACCESS 4-DAY VEHICLE PASS.

Accessible options are also offered for all other camping pass types.

PATRON ACCESSIBILITY SERVICES HUB

The main Patron Accessibility Services Hub is located in Camp Access, between Golden Rd & Water Rd (behind Tripolee). At the hub, guests with disabilities can seek information or assistance, obtain Access wristbands, charge medical and mobility devices, and register service animals. The Access Center will be open 24 hours. You can radio the Access Team on Channel “ADA.”

Good Life ADA patrons can contact the Access Team by speaking to the Good Life
Concierge. There will be an Access Team representative at Good Life Concierge during the following hours:

WED/THURS: 10am to 8pm

FRI to SUN: 11am to 6pm

PATRON ACCESSIBLE VIEWING PLATFORMS

There will be Access staff with radios in these locations during all hours the festival is
open to patrons. The viewing platforms are first come, first serve and may fill to
Capacity. Access wristbands are required to utilize these viewing areas. Wristbands are limited to one companion for each guest with a disability.

Patron Accessible Viewing Area Locations:
Tripolee
Ranch Arena
Sherwood Court
Carousel Club

STAFF SERVICE ANIMALS

Service animals are permitted throughout the festival.

Rules:

• NO emotional support animals, therapy animals, or companion animals.
• Pets are not allowed and will be turned away.
• Only legitimate service animals that are properly trained and under the proper care of their owners will be provided with the appropriate credentials.
• Service animals must remain by the handler's side at all times and must be harnessed, leashed, or tethered. 
  • If these devices interfere with the service animal's work or the individual's disability prevents using these devices, the individual must maintain control of the animal through voice, signal or other effective controls.
• Service animals must be housebroken and should use the service animal relief area.
• Anyone bringing an animal will be responsible for and liable for any damage or injury caused by the animal.
• All animals should have legally required vaccinations (which may need to be verified).
• All service animals must receive a service animal credential in order to enter the venue.

If service animals are not registered during ingress, the patron and staff and their service animal must come to the Access Tent as soon as possible to receive a credential for their service animal. Approved service animal credentials must be worn on the collar of the animal to demonstrate to security that the dog is approved to be on site. Service animals MUST be with their owner or handler at all times. If any service animal is seen without their identifying tag, the Access Team must be contacted immediately to register and verify the authenticity of the service animal.

Staff pets are not permitted at Electric Forest, unless prior approval by HR was
obtained. Staff that require a service animal must notify HR in advance of arrival so an interactive interview can be conducted. If approved, the staff member must sign an animal waiver release before the animal can be credentialed and allowed access to the festival site.

**If any staff members have uncredentialed animals on site, contact Erik Barker (ebarker@aegpresents.com) or Sam Capozzalo (scapozzalo@aegpresents.com) immediately.**

PATRON ACCOMMODATIONS AVAILABLE

Mobility Disabilities

• Accessible Shuttle Service
• Accessible Camping options in GA and Good Life
• Accessible showers and restrooms
• Day Parking in Lot V (Water Rd)
• Accessible Viewing Areas at Ranch Arena, Sherwood Court, Tripolee & Carousel Club

Deaf & Hard of Hearing

• Assistive Listening Devices (available at Camp Access)
• American Sign Language Interpretation
• Designated D/HOH viewing areas
  
  

Blind & Low Vision

• Guided Tours: Guests can request a one-time guided tour of the venue
• Patrons who are blind or have low vision may opt to camp in the Accessible
  Camping Area.
  
  

Guests with Service Animals

• Pets and ESA (Emotional Support Animals) are NOT permitted on site for
  any reason.
• All patrons who have a service animal (dog or miniature horse) must
  register their service animal. If any animals are seen coming in with
  patrons during ingress, call the ADA team immediately.

If service animals are not registered during ingress, the patron and their service animal must come to the Access Tent as soon as possible to receive a credential for their service animal. Approved service animal credentials must be worn on the collar of the animal to demonstrate to security that the dog is approved to be on site.

Service animals MUST be with their owner or handler at all times. If any service animal is seen without their identifying tag, the ADA team must be contacted immediately to register and verify the authenticity of the service animal.

PATRON ACCESSIBLE SHUTTLE SERVICE

Accessible golf cart shuttles are available to transport disabled guests around the
perimeter of the festival grounds and the campgrounds.

Accessible golf cart shuttles are available to disabled guests during all hours the festival is open to patrons from the following locations:

Venue:
Camp Access / Main Entrance
Ranch Arena Medical
Sherwood Court
TBA (Formerly Dream Emporium)

Good Life Route: 
Good Life Village Medical
AC Landing/Sherwood (Concierge)
Good Life Express/80th Ave
Back 40

Camping: 
Deer Pod
Bear Pod
Chameleon Pod
Sound Camp Pod
Lucky Lake

If you need to call a shuttle for a patron:
1. Go to the ADA TRANSPO channel
2. State your name, dept. & location
3. How many patrons are needing pickup?
4. Do they have ADA wristbands?
5. Do they need a wheelchair accessible cart?

 

BOX OFFICE HOURS

Box Office hours and locations coming soon!

WRISTBAND REPLACEMENT POLICY

A Wristband is required for entry to Electric Forest. HQ understands that sometimes Wristbands can become lost or damaged. To ensure the safety and security for all, the following Wristband replacement policy has been established:

Notify Security: If you lose or damage your Wristband, please notify a member of Security. They will direct you to the appropriate location to receive a replacement.

Bring a Valid ID: In order to obtain a replacement Wristband, you must present a valid photo ID that matches the name on the original Wristband registration. Wristbands cannot be replaced without your ID.

Replacement Fee: A replacement fee of $25.00 will be charged for all lost or damaged Wristbands. This fee must be paid by credit card at the time of Wristband replacement.

One-Time Replacement: A Wristband may only be replaced once. If a Wristband is lost or damaged more than one time, a new Wristband must be purchased.

Daily Menu Coming Soon!

MAIN STAFF CATERING DATES & TIMES

Main Staff Catering Location
Catering is located on Water Rd across from Site Ops, near Festival Admin and Radio World.
Please look at Staff Map for more details in “MAP” section.

TUE 6/09 to MON 6/15
Breakfast: 7am to 9:30am (Stagehands 7am to 8am)
Lunch: 12pm to 3pm (Stagehands 1pm to 2pm)
Dinner: 5pm to 8pm (Stagehands 7pm to 8pm)

TUE 6/16 to SUN 6/21
Breakfast: 7am to 10am (Stagehands 7am to 8am)
Lunch: 12pm to 3pm (Stagehands 1pm to 2pm)
Dinner: 5pm to 8pm (Stagehands 7pm to 8pm)

MON 6/22 to SUN 6/28
Breakfast: 7am to 10am (Stagehands 7am to 8am)
Lunch: 12pm to 3pm (Stagehands 1pm to 2pm)
Dinner: 5pm to 9pm (Stagehands 7pm to 8pm)

MON 6/29 to SUN 7/05
Breakfast: 7am to 10am (Stagehands 7am to 8am)
Lunch: 12pm to 3pm (Stagehands 1pm to 2pm)
Dinner: 5pm to 8pm (Stagehands 7pm to 8pm)

** Catering May Be Extended Beyond SUN 7/05, pending Production Load Out Schedule

Scanning at Catering
Your event credential is your meal ticket. You will receive a catering card from your department for meals prior to Show Wristband being issued. Scan your wristband upon catering check-in. Only one scan/meal permitted per each meal time.

Security / Boxed Meal Catering (Speedway)

Speedway Catering Dates (Security Only)
Dates: SUN 6/21 to TUE 6/29

Speedway Catering Times (Security Only)
Speedway Boxed Meals are boxed only, picked up by Security Managers to be distributed to their teams per advance

STAFF CREDENTIALING HAS MOVED TO THE WINSTON SPEEDWAY FOR 2026.
* If you are on site early, we encourage you to pick up your credentials at the admin tent FRI 6/19 or SAT 6/20. If not, please plan to pick up at the Winston Speedway.

Credentials are required to be on site beginning SUN 6/21.

STAFF CREDENTIAL PICK UP HOURS & LOCATIONS

Admin Tent (Near Catering)
FRI 6/19: 11am to 8pm
SAT 6/20: 11am to 8pm

Winston Speedway Marshalling Yard
SUN 6/21: 8am to 10pm
MON 6/22: 8am to 11:59pm
TUE 6/23: 7am to Open 24 Hours
WED 6/24: Open 24 Hours
THURS 6/25: Open 24 Hours
FRI 6/26: Open 24 Hours
SAT 6/27: Open 24 Hours
SUN 6/28: Open 24 Hours to 5pm

Please see "MARSHALLING YARD" section below for directions to Staff Check-In.

Please come to Staff check-in prepared with a legal, legitimate form of photo identification. Please do not check-in with a nickname or any other name aside from what’s listed on your government-issued ID.

Acceptable Photo ID's

• Government-issued Passport or U.S. Global Entry ID card
• Government-issued Driver’s license or ID card
• Official school-produced Student ID card
• Permanent Resident Card or Alien
• Government-issued military or national ID card

Unacceptable ID’s

• Anything WITHOUT a photo (SS Card, Birth Certificate, etc.)
• FACEBOOK: we will not accept Facebook (or any other social media site) as a verification of identification

ALL PERSONS IN THE CAMPGROUND MUST HAVE/WEAR THEIR FESTIVAL WRISTBAND. THOSE WITHOUT A WRISTBAND WILL BE ASKED TO LEAVE.

Please see Box Office section for Wristband Replacement Policy.

The EF26 mobile app is the place to explore the schedules, interactive maps, and get important information and updates during the festival.

Click here to download the Electric Forest App (iPhone)

Click here to download the Electric Forest App (Android) 

HOW TO REPORT AN EMERGENCY

PLEASE REMAIN CALM! 

LOOK FOR HELP & BE THE HELP! Stay with the patient or the incident (if the scene is safe) and STAY on the Dispatch channel – Dispatch may need more information after the initial call. Flag down the response team when they arrive and quickly lead them to the incident location.

Know what to do in an emergency. Remain Calm. Speak Clearly.
Yelling into your radio and/or speaker mic makes it harder for Dispatch to understand you even if it is loud around you.

1. Who You Are (provide your name and department)
2. Where You Are (provide three (3) points of reference so Dispatch can easily identify your location)
3. What the Emergency Is (briefly describe the situation)

* Stay on Dispatch channel until Dispatch confirms you can go back to another channel.

DISPATCH RADIO CHANNELS:

Command Post (Dispatch)
Begins: TUE 6/23 @ 8am
Ends: TUE 6/30 @ 5pm

All Radio Zones are programmed with the following Dispatch Channels:

1 - MEDICAL DISPATCH: For anything medical related. Please stay with the patient (if the scene is safe) and stay on the MEDICAL DISPATCH channel until the Medical Dispatcher releases you from channel.

2 – SECURITY DISPATCH: For anything security related.
Patrons in a fight, suspicious behavior, theft, etc.

3 – FEST DISPATCH: For anything site related.
If you see a fence down, trash piling up, a light tower needing to be turned on or off, broken water pipe, etc.

EVACUATION PLAN

In the event of a crisis, ensure that everyone around you is safe and calm. Please follow instructions provided by your supervisor. Emergency evacuation exits are designated on the outer perimeters of the festival. In the event of an evacuation, the Unified Command Post will coordinate announcements from several platforms including radio all-calls, audio announcements through PA systems (EAS), video images on stage screens, or mobile text messaging.

The type of announcement will be based on the following color-coded Festival Code employee notification system. Announcements should define actions to be taken by patrons and staff, and instructions for safe exit from the festival site.

The Festival Code is monitored, established and communicated from the Unified Command Post.

Emergency Color Codes:

Additional detail on Festival Code announcements is below:

• Shelter in Place – In some cases, instructions to shelter in place may be communicated with one of the above Festival Code announcements. Employees and patrons should wait where they are for further instruction or direction from the Unified Command Post or Public Safety Emergency Services. This may require patrons and staff to exit or enter buildings, shelter within vehicle, or gather in open outdoor areas based on the nature of the emergency.
  
• Partial Evacuation – In some cases, instructions for a partial site evacuation may be communicated with one of the above Festival Code announcements. Direct patrons within the affected area to the nearest exit and after all patrons have been evacuated from the area, proceed to the nearest Evacuation Rally Point. Unaffected areas may be instructed to shelter in place or continue normal operations.
• All Clear – Do not re-enter the festival site, or affected area, unless an “All Clear” has been given by Unified Command, Emergency Broadcast Communication or instructed by emergency personnel and/or your supervisor.

STAFF EMERGENCY TEXTS
Sign up to receive important festival announcements and emergency information from the Electric Forest Staff Emergency Text System. Check with your department head to make sure you are signed up or find out how to enroll.

 

Electric Forest has its own community radio station! Tune in to EF Radio for important news and info, music from lineup artists, staff and fan interviews, live performances from the festival, and much more.

Stream EF Radio and our Podcast series 24/7 year-round online at EFRadio.com, or listen in Rothbury on traditional radio at 99.5 FM during the festival. (Note: Local FM broadcast begins June 21.)

You can visit with the team at the EF Radio booth in Ranch Lobby - located between Tripolee and Ranch Arena. Interested in being a guest radio DJ or have questions/ideas? Send a message to Kent at radio@electricforestfestival.com.

Your Food Vendor Meal Card will work at any food vendor on site.

WHEN & WHERE ARE THE FOOD VENDORS OPEN?

Campgrounds (Main Street & Good Life)
Opens: WED 6/24 @ 9am Closes
Close: MON 6/29 @ 10am (limited food vendors open Monday morning)
A small amount of food vendors open on Main Street WED 6/24 after Midnight

Venue
All venue Food Vendors open during venue hours.
See “GENERAL INFO & RUN OF SHOW” section to view Venue Hours.

HOW DOES MY MEAL CARD & VENDOR MEAL PLAN WORK?

1. $16 Staff Meal Value
$16 per meal is loaded onto your Meal Card(s). 
Food vendors are not expecting tips for staff meals (just like catering does not expect tips). Tip Money is not included in $16 meal rate. 

2. Check Your Balance
You can check your balance using the QR code on the back of the card.

3. Ordering
Each Food vendor will have a $16 STAFF MEAL available to purchase, but you have to say “STAFF MEAL please”
Some staff meals (i.e. pizza) are less than $16/meal.
You don't HAVE to order a staff meal, but it is usually the most cost effective. 

4. What to do if you want to purchase something that costs more than the remainder on the meal card?
If you have $5 left on your meal card and try to buy something that is over $5, you must let the vendor know before you attempt the transaction. Otherwise the transaction will decline. When you inform the food vendor, tell them that they "need to split the transaction." You can then cover the difference using your own credit or debit card.

Food Vendor List and Meals Coming Soon!

LOCATION

Site Ops Yard, Near Motorpool

FUEL STICKERS

All festival rented golf carts are approved for refueling on site. All vehicles must have a Festival Fuel Sticker to be refueled on site. Personal vehicles are not approved for refueling on site. All festival rented vehicles must be refueled on site. Fuel Stickers can be picked up at Motorpool but will need to be pre-approved in your HERD advance. Contact your dept head if you are unsure about refueling on site. 

FUEL DEPOT HOURS

THURS 6/04 to SUN 6/21:
9am to 10am & 3pm to 4pm

MON 6/22 to MON 6/29:
8am to 10am & 3pm to 5pm

TUE 6/30 to SUN 7/06:
9am to 10am & 3pm to 4pm

GOLF CART WAIVER

All staff driving golf carts on site must complete the Golf Cart Waiver prior to checking out a golf cart. Click below to complete now and save time at Motorpool when you are picking up your carts

Click here to fill out Golf Cart Waiver

GOLF CART PATH MAP

Golf Cart Map Coming Soon!

❗ALWAYS LOCK YOUR CART WHEN YOU WALK AWAY❗

GOLF CART RULES

Do not drive on the grass
If you need to drive on the grass, contact site ops first to discuss proper ground protection.

All patrons riding and/or driving a golf cart must be seated in their own seat while the cart is in motion. No riders are permitted to ride on laps or in the back of a any vehicle. No standing while riding or driving.

No talking or texting while driving.

Any driver who is drinking alcohol or visibly under the influence of drugs and/or alcohol, using a cell phone while driving, speeding or acting recklessly or negligently, driving with no headlight after dusk, failure to report an accident, driving in prohibited areas, driving passengers with alcohol, exceeding cart capacity, driving people who are standing, driving without a license or wristband, leaving the cart unlocked, vandalizing the cart, tampering with cart engine and/or disobeying any cart rules RISKS LOSING ALL DRIVING PRIVILEGES, even first time offenders.

Violation of these rules may result in Golf Cart privileges being revoked.

* These rules are in addition to all Rules & Regulations listed in the Golf Cart Waiver.

Please read through Waiver for full rules and regulations.

Alcohol / drug use – Strictly prohibited while working on site. 
Site speed limit – General speed limit of 5 mph will be strictly enforced. 
No riding on the back of ANY vehicle (golf cart, truck, etc) – You must always be seated in a real seat in any site vehicle.
Incidents, accidents and near misses – If you are involved with an incident, accident or near miss, please notify your supervisor. All damages must be reported immediately to your supervisor.  

GROUND CONTROL 

During Show Days if you need assistance on site, Ground Control is here to help! You can find Ground Control in their signature purple shirts checking in on everyone and helping those in need. Text "FOREST" to 69050 for any assistance you may need from the Ground Control team.

OASIS BY GROUND CONTROL

Location: Main Street

Oasis is Ground Control's safe space at Electric Forest. Complete with soothing lighting, flowing fabric, and comfortable seating, the Oasis is a supportive space for those in need. Our Ground Control team will be present inside the Oasis 24-hours a day. Do you need ear plugs, someone to talk to, or just a place to decompress for a few? Oasis is a safe place, made just for you!

END OVERDOSE

Location: Main Street

Stop by the End Overdose tent on Main Street to learn how to identify and respond to an overdose. Their certified trainers will help you spot the signs and symptoms of an overdose, teach you to use naloxone, and empower you to act in an emergency. After your training, the End Overdose staff will provide you with free intranasal naloxone. Along with the dose, each person who becomes certified will receive an End Overdose certification card that states the name of the End Overdose trainer, their name, and the date of the training. 

EOD Patron Trainings
Location: The Brainery (Main Street)
Date: THUR 6/25
Times: 12pm (noon) and 12:45pm

EOD Staff Trainings:
Location: Staff Catering
Date: WED 6/24
Times: 12:30pm and 1:30pm
Duration: ~15 Minutes

If you would like to request a training session for your department, please fill out the link below.

Click here to request a training session for your department

CONSCIOUSNESS GROUP / HARMONIUM SOBER SUPPORT

Location: Ranch Arena

Consciousness Group / Harmonium Sober Support is a safe space for sober support at Electric Forest. Find their tent in the venue for sober sanctuary for anyone seeking to stay sober, daily support meetings, and a safe space for the sober community.

TO WRITE LOVE ON HER ARMS (TWLOHA) 

Location: Main Street

To Write Love on Her Arms is a non-profit movement dedicated to presenting hope and finding help for people struggling with depression, addiction, self-injury, and suicide. TWLOHA exists to encourage, inform, inspire, and invest directly into treatment and recovery. TWLOHA will have booths set up on Main Street and in the venue, with volunteers to help connect you with services and support for mental healthcare outside of the festival when you return home.

 

Instructions for On-Site I-9 Verification:

All staff members who require in-person I-9 verification will be notified directly and provided with a list of acceptable documents.

Starting Sun 6/21, a representative from the HR team will be stationed at the Admin Tent (Next to Catering) between 11pm - 4pm to complete the in person I-9 verification process. Staff should ideally plan to visit the HR representative after picking up their credentials and before their first day of work. If you have started prior to this date or cannot get to the Admin Tent to complete this process prior to your first shift, please speak to your departmental manager directly.

Dates and Times:
FRI 6/21 to WED 6/24: 11am to 4pm
THUR 6/25 to FRI 6/26: 10am to 5pm 

Please remember to bring original, unexpired documents complete the verification.

See full list of acceptable documents – HERE

Click Here to Fill Out The Incident Report - Click and Hold

We hope everyone has a great incident free festival. Please be aware that the music festival is an active work area. Always use caution when working and be aware of your surroundings at all times.

If you are involved in an accident and/or injured on the the job, stop working and immediately report your injury to your supervisor and First-Aid. It is important that you fill out an incident report. If you are a witness to an injury you are required to provide an account of what happened on the incident report.

Reports should be submitted for all incidents involving bodily harm, property damage, theft, or other major incidents. If you're unsure a report should be filed, please reach out to your employer’s HR, if you are unsure of who that is, please contact your direct manager or supervisor.

If you are a festival CAPS Payroll employee seeking Worker's Compensation, you must complete the additional form below to be reviewed by HR. This is not applicable to any staff hired by contract and/or vendor. Worker's Compensation form link can be found below.

Click Here to Fill Out Worker's Compensation Form - Click and Hold

CAPS APPROVED CLINICAL NETWORK PROVIDERS
(If you require immediate medical attention, please dial 911 or attend a medical facility)

Northern Lights Family Medicine
Jacob A Sauve
9883 US HWY 31, MONTAGUE, MI, 49437
(231) 893-6363
Certified Nurse Practitioner

Trinity Health Medical Group Primary Care-Whitehall
Joseph G Kerschen
905 E Colby St, SYLVAN BEACH, MI, 49463
(231) 728-5910
Family Practice / General Practice

Dr. Kathy Rosema, DO Family Medicine Specialist
Kathy L Rosema
119 S STATE ST, SHELBY, MI, 49455
(231) 861-2130
Family Practice / General Practice

Slakeshore Medical Center Shelby
Steven R Lessens
71 BEVIER ST, SHELBY, MI, 49455

LOST & FOUND IS LOCATED AT THE FESTIVAL INFO BOOTHS DURING SHOW DAYS

*Non-Show Day Staff Lost & Found is located in the Site Ops Office (before and after week of show). During the event, any found items will be turned over to the official Lost and Found HQ on Main Street in the GA Campgrounds.*

Liff Happens Lost & Found Link Coming Soon!

GA CAMPROUNDS INFO BOOTH / LOST & FOUND
Location: Main Street (near Main Entrance)
WED 6/24: 12:01am to 24 Hours
THURS 6/25: 24 Hours
FRI 6/26: 24 Hours
SAT 6/27: 24 Hours
SUN 6/28: 24 Hours
MON 6/29: 24 Hours to Closes at 2pm

GOOD LIFE CONCIERGE / LOST & FOUND
Location: Good Life Village Marketplace
WED 6/24: 8am to 24 Hours
THURS 6/25: 24 Hours
FRI 6/26: 24 Hours
SAT 6/27: 24 Hours
SUN 6/28: 24 Hours
MON 6/29: 24 Hours to Closes at 12pm

RANCH VENUE / LOST & FOUND
Location: South side of Ranch Arena, near EF Radio
Hours:
THURS 6/25: 4pm to 5am
FRI 6/26: 2pm to 5am
SAT 6/27: 2pm to 5am
SUN 6/28: 2pm to 3am

* All items turned into the Ranch Venue Lost & Found will be turned over to official Lost and Found HQ on Main Street in the GA Campgrounds.

If you lose an item then please allow the Lost and Found staff to help you and refrain from taking it amongst yourself to search through their tent for your item.

After Lost & Found closes at 2pm Monday, all items will be shipped back to Liff Happens HQ and can be shipped directly to owner using the link above.

Load Out Info Coming Soon!

 

PATRON CAMPGROUND MAP

STAFF MAP

Maps Coming Soon! 

The Marshalling Yard has moved!

WINSTON SPEEDWAY - MARSHALLING YARD HOURS

Dates: MON 6/15 to WED 7/01

Hours: 7am to 7pm

All commercial vehicles including vans, box trucks, semis, etc., must be processed through the Winston Speedway Mashalling Yard to access site. If your commercial vehicle does not have proper markings on it from the Winston Speedway Marshalling Yard Check Point, it will be removed from site.

Directions:

iPhone Directions - Press and hold to open

Android Directions - Press and hold to open

Directions: From US 31 North or South, take exit 136 (Winston Rd.). Head West and turn left on S 72nd Ave. Enter on 68th Ave.

Address: Winston Speedway 7834 S 72nd Ave, Rothbury, MI 49452

**Please fill out the Marshalling Yard arrival form for every truck arriving onsite!**

EF26 Marshalling Yard Arrival Form

 

MEDICAL LOCATIONS

MAIN MEDICAL (Located at Clay & Water Road, across from catering)

GA CAMPGROUNDS

• Main Street (East Side, near Main Entrance)
• Tiger Pod
• Bear Pod
• Deer Pod (Higher Love)
• Lucky Lake Pod
  
• Wolf Pod

GOOD LIFE CAMPGROUNDS

• Good Life Village Marketplace (near General Store)
• Good Life Tent Camping

VENUE

• Tripolee (North end of venue, opposite of stage)
• Ranch Arena (West end of venue, opposite of stage near restrooms)
• Forest Medical Shack (South end of Forest by Ranch side, near Owl "Sherwood Forest" Entrance)
• Dream Field (next to Dream Emporium Entrance)

SPEEDWAY

• TBD Location

We're dedicated to crafting a joyful space where fans, staff, and artists unite in vibrant collaboration, spark innovation, foster growth, and ignite profound connections.

THE HEART OF OUR CULTURE

We Make It Safe to Shine

We believe the world is inherently a better place when we all feel Safe to Shine. To shine bright arises from complete non-judgment of self and others, fostering the absolute freedom to be uniquely yourself and sharing the joy of that freedom. We believe each individual’s unique talents, skill sets, and history enrich and deepen the community. We aspire for all to feel safe in being their unhindered, authentic and most extra them.
 
We Make it Fun
We believe that play surpasses language and cultural barriers. It sparks spontaneous collaboration, community building, and friendships that last a lifetime. We provide a playground for our fans to leave that “outside” world behind and indulge in their childlike-wonder.
 
We are Community Fanatics
Everything we do, we do it for our community, for our family. We fiercely support our people through active listening, collaboration and contribution. We do this in the pursuit of profound connection.

We are Cultural Leaders 
We take pride in having the distinct honor of crafting a culture where people feel safe, heard, loved and appreciated. We lead from the heart while consistently asking ourselves, how can we better, do better and go further? Innovation is at our core because we find it imperative to keep chasing the horizon of an aspirational future.

✨ KEEP THE DREAM ALIVE! ✨

DO NOT CAPTURE OR POST ANY MEDIA, PHOTO OR VIDEO, FROM THE EVENT BEFORE THE FESTIVAL OPENS ON THURS 6/25. ADDITIONALLY, DO NOT POST PHOTO OR VIDEO FROM ANYWHERE ON THE GROUNDS THAT ISN'T PUBLICLY ACCESSIBLE!

Staff members shall follow all media protocols and rules provided by Electric Forest Festival HQ, including all artists’ restrictions or directions. Such media protocols and rules include but are not limited to the following:

• Electric Forest reserves the right to be the first to publish any content related to the event, both captured by staff or by media teams / vendors.
• If a Staff member wishes to post content on their own social media channels, then the Staff member may do so under the following conditions:
  1. If the content has previously been released by EF, then the Staff member is approved to repost the content with proper credit as laid out below
  2. If the content is unreleased, then the Staff member must email a request for approval prior to posting.
• No posting back of house content. If a fan can’t see it, don’t post it!

Please email Alex (adunne@aegpresents.com) with any further questions regarding this policy.

Any and all posts must tag the official “Electric Forest” account (@Electric_Forest) in both shot and caption.

*Please note as an employee of the Electric Forest Festival, you are NOT permitted to bring in outside photo or video teams to document your work within the festival.*

 

Radios will only be allowed to be checked out by those indicated in HERD.
Pre-Show radios will be available starting MON 6/08 in the Site Ops office at 9am, until Radio World opens SUN 6/14. Please be mindful of radio etiquette (see Radio Etiquette section below).

**If you have any non-festival provided radios you will be using on site, you must notify your department head and stop by Radio World before use on site to coordinate frequency, as to not interfere with festival comms.**

RADIO WORLD LOCATION
Radio World is located next to Catering.

RADIO WORLD HOURS

• SUN 6/14: 9am to 7pm
• MON 6/15 to MON 6/22: 7am to 7pm
• TUES 6/23: 7am to 2am (24 hour support available)
• WED 6/24: 7am to 2am (24 hour support available)
• THURS 6/25: 7am to 2am (24 hour support available)
• FRI 6/26: 7am to 2am (24 hour support available)
• SAT 6/27: 7am to 2am (24 hour support available)
• SUN 6/28: 7am to 2am (24 hour support available)
• MON 6/29: 7am to 7pm
• TUES 6/30 - FRI 7/02: 7am to 7pm (Radio World Closes)
  
  

* All Radios must be returned by FRI 7/02 by 7pm unless you have prior approval from Festival Management*

Missing Radio Equipment will be billed back to the vendor/person that checked it out. Missing Radio Equipment rates below:

Radio: $1,600.00
Speaker Mic: $160.00
Battery: $100.00
Surv Kit: $110.00
Earpiece Only: $60.00
Charging Bank: $600.00
Double Muff Headset: $700.00

DISPATCH RADIO CHANNELS

Command Post (Dispatch)
Begins: TUE 9/17 @ 8am
Ends: TUE 6/24 @ 5pm

MEDICAL DISPATCH: For anything medical related. Please stay with the patient (if the scene is safe) and stay on the MEDICAL DISPATCH channel until the Medical Dispatcher releases you from channel.

SECURITY DISPATCH: For anything security related.
Patrons in a fight, suspicious behavior, theft, etc. 

FEST DISPATCH: For anything site related. If you see a fence down, trash piling up, a light tower needing to be turned on or off, broken water pipe, etc. 

RADIO MATRIX

Click here to view the Radio Matrix PDF

RADIO ETIQUETTE

Think ahead.
Think about your radio call before you jump in and start talking.

Identify yourself and who your message is intended for.
Wait for response before proceeding.

Be clear and brief.
Brevity is key. The longer you talk, the more likely some of your messages will get cut off or interrupted.

Don’t yell into speaker mic.
You do not need to yell into speaker mic even it it is loud where you are. Yelling makes it harder for your call to be understood. Speak clearly and at normal volume.

Know what to do in an emergency. Remain Calm. Speak Clearly.

1. Who You Are (provide your name and department)
2. Where You Are (provide three (3) points of reference so Dispatch can easily identify your location)
3. What the Emergency Is (briefly describe the situation)

* Stay on Dispatch channel until Dispatch confirms you can go back to another channel.

During emergencies or weather events, keep channel clear as much as possible to listen for important updates or direction.

Don’t start talking straight away.
Wait until channel is clear to make your call.

Don’t Interrupt.

Don’t Get Impatient.
Wait until it is appropriate for you to speak.

Don't Transmit confidential information over the radio.

Don’t have full conversations.
Go to a Chat channel if you need to have a longer conversation with someone.

Turn your radio down or cover the handset when you’re standing beside someone talking on the same channel. Otherwise, it will create feedback.

No Profanity. Please and thank yous go a long way, and avoid using profanity. Use your manners and have fun!

Making a radio call

• Wait for channel to be clear
• (My name) for (Their name or department)
• Wait for somene to answer your call before stating reason for call, usually with a "Go Ahead" or "Go for their Name/Department"
• Stay on channel until your call is resolved. If you need to switch back to another channel after call, state the channel you are switching back to

Helpful radio terminology

• Copy That, 10-4, or Roger = “I Understand”
• Come Again, 10-9, Please Repeat = “I didn’t hear” or “I Don’t Understand”
• What’s your 20? = “Where are you?”
• Standby. = I’m in the middle of something, please wait a second
• Break = Stop talking and let other person interrupt current conversation
• Be right back = Sometimes means you’re in the can

Alpha List:
21+ ID CHECK
ACCESS CONTROL
ADA
ADA TRANSPO
ARCH
ARTIST RELATIONS
ARTIST TRANSPO
BACKLINE*
BAR MANAGERS ~
BAR OPS ~
BAR POS ~
CATERING
CHAT 1
CHAT 2
CHAT 3
CRAFT VENDING
ELECTRICOLOGY
FEST DISPATCH
FIRE
FOOD VENDING
FOREST ART OPS
FOREST DECOR
FUEL
GA + CAMPING_
GA PARKING
GENERAL STORE
GOOD LIFE FOH_
GOOD LIFE OPS
GOOD LIFE PARKING
GOOD LIFE STAGE*
GOOD LIFE TRANSPO_
GRAND ARTIQUE
GROUND CNTRL MGMT
GROUND CNTRL STAFF
GROUP CAMPING AWL
HONEYCOMB*
HOSPO & DECOR
INFO LOST FOUND
IT
LABOR RISE
LIGHTING FELIX
LIGHTING ROB ROSS
LIGHTING RUSS
LODGING
MARKETING MEDIA
MARSHALLING
MEDICAL CHAT 1 "
MEDICAL DISPATCH
MEDICAL OPS "
MEDICAL ROVERS "
MERCH
OBSERVATORY STAGE*
PERFORMERS
PERIPHERALS*
PHOTO / VIDEO
PLUG IN
PLUMBING / MTD >
POWER
PRIVATE - TIER 1
PRODUCER
PRODUCTION CHAT*
PRODUCTION MAIN*
QM / MOTORPOOL ^
RANCH STAGE*
RESTRMS SHOWERS >
RV TECHS
SEC AXIS #
SEC BATTLE TEST #
SEC CENTURION #
SEC CEREBUS #
SEC K9 #
SEC LCS #
SEC PROFESSIONAL #
SECURITY CHAT 1
SECURITY CHAT 2
SECURITY DISPATCH
SECURITY MGMT #
SHADE STRUCTURES
SHERWOOD STAGE*
SHUTTLES
SIGNAGE
SILENT DISCO*
SITE OPS EAST ^
SITE OPS WEST ^
SPECIAL PROGRAM
SPICY MOVES ^
SPONSORSHIP
STAFF TRANSPO
STAGEHANDS*
TICKETING
TIMBER SCOUTS "
TOWING
TRAFFIC / TOLLS
TRIPOLEE STAGE*
TVC POS / IC
VAC TOILETS >
WANDER MGMT
WANDER OPS^
WANDER PROD*
WANDER STAGE*
WASTE MGMT
WATER / ICE ^

CAMPGROUND DONATIONS

Returning for 2026, Electricology will host the Camp Gear Donation program, inviting Staff and Forest Family to donate their lightly used camp gear - including tents, sleeping bags, coolers, and more - to a Camp Gear Donation Location in the campgrounds where the Electricology team will collect for donation starting SUN 6/28.

GA Campground Donation Locations:

• Bear Pod
• Lion Pod
• Tiger Pod
• Wolf Pod
• Group Camping
• Higher Love
• Lucky Lake
• Maplewoods / Effortless
  

Good Life Campground Donation Locations:

• Both Good Life West Pods
• A/C Landing / Sherwood Tent Only
  

All acceptable gear is donated back into the local community through youth nature programs Camp Newaygo and Parks in Focus by TrueNorth Community Services, and folks experiencing houselessness through the Community Action House.

A MESSAGE FROM CLEAN VIBES

We are thrilled to return to The Forest this year and cannot wait to work with all of you again to make this the cleanest and greenest Electric Forest ever!

As you probably know, an event of this size produces A LOT of waste. Clean Vibes is excited to once again be handling the recycling and trash management this year. Our goal is to divert as much waste as possible from the landfill by creating a system for both patrons and staff that makes it easier to recycle than to just throw everything in the “trash.” Over the past three years, Clean Vibes has diverted over 400,000 pounds of waste through recycling and composting.

This year we will be continuing our comprehensive recycling efforts, our back of house composting program, and our wood and scrap metal recycling. We are also working with the Electricology team to help improve messaging to patrons about proper recycling, expand upon last year’s success of Prize Cart activations in the campgrounds, and continue our local partnerships with several charities via our usable donations program. The usable donations program helps ensure that camping gear and other usable goods left behind are donated appropriately. If your team has usable items that cannot be taken with you or stored on site, please reach out to Clean Vibes in advance of the event so we can work to find a new home for these items rather than having them end up in the landfill. This includes but is not limited to office supplies, small electronics, and office snacks.

With a little cooperation from all the staff, Clean Vibes will ensure that The Forest is kept clean throughout the weekend and that we divert more waste than ever before.

Here are a few things that you can do to help us keep Electric Forest clean and green:

• REDUCE your waste footprint – minimize or eliminate your use of single use plastics, consider minimizing disposable packaging when ordering products to site or packing for your travels, and REUSE items whenever possible
  Use provided receptacles for recycling and landfill - set an example for all patrons.
• All hard #1 and #2 plastics, tin, aluminum, clean paper, paperboard and cardboard can be recycled and placed single stream into one bin.
• If you will be producing a lot of wood waste in your work space, please reach out to Clean Vibes in advance so we can provide you with a wood only rolloff container as we are able to recycle unpainted wood.
• Report any overflowing receptacles to Clean Vibes.
  Keep trash and recycling bags at your workstation. Contact Clean Vibes if you need extra.
• Be sure to have your crew clean up after themselves as they work throughout the site. This includes—but is not limited to
  • Picking up zip ties.
  • Not throwing cigarette butts on the ground.
  • Bagging up and disposing of all waste produced by your crew during the build.
  • Thoroughly cleaning your work and disposing of all waste your crew produces in the appropriate dumpster.

🌿 Thank you in advance for your help in keeping Electric Forest clean & green! 🌿

ROAD CLOSURES WILL BEGIN SAT 6/20 @ 11:59PM

• Water Rd between Winston Rd. and North Toll
• Cleveland Rd. between 80th St. and Water Rd.
• East Clay Rd. from Oceana to 80th St.
• West Clay Rd. from Water to the Interstate.
• Wilke Rd. from Oceana to 80th and 80th to Water Rd.
• Park Ave. @ Water Rd.
• 80th St from Wilke Rd. to Cleveland Rd.

Starting WED 6/24 @ 6am – 80th Ave is ONE WAY ONLY GOING NORTH until midnight Wednesday night.

STAFF ROUTE TO SITE DURING LOCKDOWN

During Site Lock Down (Begining SUN 6/21) - All Staff (not including Food/Craft Vendors) enter site via Cleveland and 80th Road Closure to be searched. Staff and vehicles must be credentialed. All patrons will be directed to the appropriate toll.

Road Closures Map

RV PUMP & FILL SERVICES

RV Pump and Fill Services will be available WED 6/24 to MON 6/29 from 8am to 8pm.

RV pump and fill services will be available to staff and vendors in the following areas:

• Back 40 Annex
• LOT A
• LOT B
• LOT C
• LOT D
• LOT S

Pump & Fill Rates:
$80.00 - Water Fill (up to 50 gallons)
$80.00 - Pump Out

To Request RV Pump & Fill Services, please call: (904) 835-2375

The festival is not responsible for any pump or fill charges. Payment must be made with a card at time of service. All major credit cards are accepted. You must be present at the RV in order for the servicing to take place. Fees are listed above and apply to all RVs including festival provided RVs.

THIRD PARTY RV RENTAL POLICY
All RVs on site must be pre-approved. If you or your staff are renting an RV from a third party to use at Electric Forest, you must be on site to receive and place the RV in the pre-approved RV location. The Festival will not receive a third party delivered RV on your behalf. Third party RV drivers must be directed to the Speedway Marshalling Yard and escorted by the EF Marshalling Team to meet you or your staff on site with the RV to be placed. If you are having an RV delivered, please see the MARSHALLING YARD section of the Staff Guide and complete the Marshalling Yard Form with contact information of the person to receive the RV.

All BYO RVs must be pre-approved for placement by Campground Manager. If your RV is coming in overnight, please plan ahead so you don’t have to move it the next day.

RV TECH SERVICES

Basic Service Call $60.00
Includes Popped Breakers, Blown Fuses, Battery Testing, Appliance Inspection, Turn on Air Conditioning and Heating Systems

Lock Out $40.00 (non broken lock with master key)
Lock Out $60.00 + cost of new lock (for broken lock replacement)

RV Set Up Service $150.00
Includes backing in RV, lowering jacks and stabilizers, placing wheel chocks, and connecting utilities, opening sliders, turning on water and heater pumps, turning on heating and cooling systems

Clogged Toilet $80.00

Miscellaneous Parts, Adapters, and Repairs will be at fair market value. Hourly Rate may apply for services longer than 30 minutes.

To request RV Tech services, please call: (248) 388-6891

*Above RV Tech service charges are applicable to non-festival provided RVs only

DRUG AND ALCOHOL POLICY

The use or possession of any illegal drugs will NOT be tolerated anywhere inside or outside of the venue. Narcotics officers will be working in both areas and enforcing all drug related laws.

Whenever you are working, operating Company vehicles or equipment, present on Company premises, or present in any other location performing services for the Company, you are prohibited from using, possessing, being under the influence of, buying, selling, manufacturing, distributing, dispensing or transferring illegal drugs or alcohol.

You must report to work fit for duty and free of any adverse effects of illegal drugs or alcohol. This policy does not prohibit you from the lawful possession and use of prescribed medications. You have the responsibility however, to consult with your doctor or other licensed medical practitioners about the effect of prescribed medications on your ability to perform your specific job duties in a safe manner, and to promptly disclose any work restrictions to your supervisor/manager or Human Resources. You are not, however, required to disclose underlying medical conditions, impairments, or disabilities to your supervisor/manager or Human Resources Representative, unless specifically directed to do so by your doctor or other licensed medical practitioners.

HIGH VISIBILITY POLICY

Wearing hi-vis apparel is mandatory for all staff on non-show days - including setup days, days between shows, and load-out. This helps make sure everyone can clearly see each other and stay safe in active work areas.

Hi-Vis Guidelines

All hi-vis apparel should meet ANSI/ISEA 107-2015 Class 01, 02, or 03 standards

• You can wear hi-vis shirts, vests, or outerwear
• Approved colors include:
  • Lime green
  • Orange
  • Fluorescent pink 
• Reflective apparel is required if the Forest Staff will be exposed to vehicle traffic flowing at speeds in excess of 25mph or if the working conditions require higher visibility, such as when working at night.

HARD HATS

Hard hats are an important part of keeping you safe on site. They help protect you from falling objects, bumps, and other potential hazards.

Follow these guidelines to ensure proper use and maintenance of your hard hat:

Getting the Right Fit

• Make sure your hard hat fits comfortably and securely.
• Adjust the inside suspension so it stays in place while you move (the suspension is the inner support system that sits between your head and the shell and helps absorb impact).

Check Before You Wear

• Take a moment to inspect your hat for cracks, dents, or any visible damage.
• If something doesn’t look right, swap it out for one that is in good condition.

Using Your Hard Hat

• Wear your hard hat at all times in required areas in designated areas.
• Do not alter or modify your hard hat, as this can reduce its protective capability.

HEARING PROTECTION

Festival environments can get loud, and over time that noise can affect your hearing. Using hearing protection is an easy way to protect yourself now and reduce the risk of long-term hearing loss.

Types of Hearing Protection

• Earplugs or earmuffs are both great choices to reduce noise exposure.
• Pick what works best for the noise level and your comfort.

Using Them Properly

• Make sure earplugs are inserted snugly and fully seal the ear canal to block out noise effectively.
• Earmuff should fully cover your ears and create a proper seal against your head.

Maintenance

• Keep hearing protection devices in clean and good condition.
• Replace gear if it becomes worn, damaged, no longer fit properly, or does not provide a good seal.

Workplace Practices

• Always wear hearing protection in designated high-noise areas.
• Step away to quieter areas when you can to give your ears a break.

PREVENTING HEAT ILLNESS

Working in the heat can be tough, so it’s important to take care of yourself and look out for your team. Heat illness can range from mild symptoms, like cramps or rash, to serious, life-threatening conditions like heat stroke, so staying aware and taking preventive steps makes a big difference.

To protect yourself and your coworkers from heat illness, follow these guidelines:

Hydration

• Drink water frequently – aim for at least 1 cup every 15-20 minutes, but everyone’s needs are different—pay attention to your body and drink when you’re thirsty.
• Avoid beverages with caffeine or alcohol, as they can dehydrate you.

Rest Breaks

• Take regular breaks in shaded or cool areas.
• Take additional breaks during physically demanding tasks or while adjusting to hot conditions.

Clothing

• Wear light colored, loose-fitting, and breathable clothing.
• Use hats and sunscreen to protect from direct sunlight.

STAYING SAFE FROM INSECTS IN THE FOREST

Working outdoors in forested areas may expose you to insects such as mosquitoes, ticks, bees, and wasps. Taking simple precautions can help reduce your risk.

Wear Protective Clothing

• Wear long sleeves, long pants, and closed-toe shoes.
• Tuck pants into socks or boots to prevent ticks from crawling under clothing.

Use Insect Repellent

• Apply insect repellant to exposed skin and clothing.
• Reapply as needed according to the product instructions.
  

Reduce Attractants

• Avoid using scented lotions, perfumes, or hair products that can attract insects.
• Keep food and sugary drinks covered and away from work areas. 

Check for Ticks

• Perform regular tick checks, especially at the end of the day.
• Remove ticks promptly with tweezers, gripping close to the skin and pulling steadily.

First Aid For Stings

• If stung, remove the stinger carefully if applicable, and clean the area with soap and water.
• Apply a cold pack to reduce swelling and take an antihistamine if needed
• For minor itching or swelling, you may choose to use an over-the-counter antihistamine if you normally take them and are not allergic. Always follow the product label instructions or check with a healthcare professional if you’re unsure.
• Seek medical attention immediately for any serious symptoms, including difficulty breathing, swelling of the face or throat, dizziness, or feeling faint

PET POLICY

Pets and ESA (Emotional Support Animals) are NOT permitted on site for any reason at Electric Forest or into Electric Forest provided lodging. If you have a service animal you would like to register, please see "ADA & SERVICE ANIMAL" section above.

PROHIBITED ITEMS

Please click the link for the full list of Prohibited Items at Electric Forest

Shuttles Schedule

Patron Shuttle Map

Patron Shuttle Map coming soon!

All staff RVs MUST be pre-approved prior to arrival onsite by your festival representative

LOT A & LOT B
Opens: MON 6/08
Porto Restrooms: MON 6/08 to MON 7/06
Showers: MON 6/08 to MON 7/06
* must have a festival working wristband and a LOT A parking pass for vehicles to access
* RVs must be pre-approved to camp in this campground

Lot A General Store Dates & Hours
Dates: TUE 6/23 to MON 6/29
Hours: 9am to 5pm
What can be found at the General Store?
Discounted Staff Pricing on Bath, Beach & Personal Essentials, Cooling & Weather Gear, Camping & Shelter Gear, Bags & Storage, Foodware, Hydration & Beverages, Electronics, Health & Wellness, Snacks & Candy, and other miscellaneous items!

LOT C
Opens: FRI 6/12
Porto Restrooms: FRI 6/12 to TUE 6/30
Restroom Trailers: FRI 6/12 to TUE 6/30
Showers: FRI 6/12 to MON 6/30
* Must have a festival working wristband, a LOT C CAMPING Tyvek, and a LOT C parking pass for vehicles to access
* Lot C Staff Campground closes TUE 6/30. Staff are not permitted to stay in Lot C after it closes.
* No RVs are permitted in Lot C

LOT G (Meadow Pod)
Opens: MON 6/22
Porto Restrooms: MON 6/22 to MON 6/29
Restroom Trailers: MON 6/22 to MON 6/29 
Showers: MON 6/22 to MON 6/29 across the street at Sherwood Court Tent Only (none in LOT G)
* Limited Showers available in the Back 40 until MON 6/22 when Meadow Pod opens
* Must have a festival Good Life Working wristband and a LOT G parking pass for vehicles to access
* No RVs are permitted in Lot G

SPEEDWAY (SECURITY ONLY)
Opens: FRI 6/22
Porto Restrooms: FRI 6/22 to MON 6/29
Showers: FRI 6/22 to SUN 6/28
* Must have a Security working wristband and a SPEEDWAY parking pass for vehicles to access
* RVs must be pre-approved to camp in this campground
* Speedway Campground closes morning of MON 6/29. Staff are not permitted to stay in Speedway Campground after it closes.

LOT S
Opens: MON 6/22
Restroom Trailers: MON 6/22 to MON 6/29
Showers: MON 6/22 to MON 6/29
* Must have a festival working wristband and a LOT S parking pass for vehicles to access
* RVs must be pre-approved to camp in this campground

** PROHIBITED ITEMS **
No generators (RVs with built in generators that run off the RV's gas are permitted, external gas generators and gas cans are not permitted (Solar generators are exempt)
No grills, open flame, candles, or charcoal (small Coleman-style campstoves will be the one exemption from this rule)
Please click the link for the full list of Prohibited Items at Electric Forest

STAFF TALENT STAGE

We are excited to have the Staff Talent Stage return for 2026! This is a place  festival-staff talents to showcase their talents on a secret stage in the Forest. If you would like to request a time slot for the Staff Stage, click the link below!

Click here to request a slot on the Staff Stage!

Final Staff Talent Show Schedule to be posted here closer to show!

Staff Spirit Days and Activity Instructor Information Coming Soon!

STAFF TRANSPORTATION

Requesting Staff Transportation (To/From Airport)

Staff transportation to/from Grand Rapids or Muskegon airport must be pre-approved from your department head. If you are approved to receive Transportation to/from the airport, you must complete the request form twice - Once for Arrival AND Once for Departure via the link below.

You must Land before 10PM to be Approved.

EF Staff Transportation Form (To/From Airport)

Transportation requests MUST be submitted at least 48 hours prior to the requested transfer time. Transportation Requests MUST be Landing before 10:00PM as it is an hour transfer to site.

Once you submit the form, you will receive a submission confirmation email. If you do not receive a submission confirmation email for your request, this means your request was not properly submitted and you should try again.

Staff Transportation Confirmations & Changes

You will receive a Staff Transportation Confirmation at least 48 hours prior to your arrival/departure time.

If you need to make changes to a transportation request - you must click the “REQUEST UPDATE” link in your submission confirmation email and edit your original submission. Do not fill out a new form if you have already made your initial request. Please edit your initial request with changes.

If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact us-

Email- Stafftransportation@electricforestfestival.com

OFFSITE STAFF HOTEL SHUTTLES

EF Staff Transportation is no longer providing continuous shuttles to local hotels during the event.

If your staff do not have a shared rental vehicle or have previously relied on staff transportation to get to and from work, you must notify stafftransportation@electricforestfestival.com prior to FRI 6/19.

* Please email stafftransportation@electricforestfestival.com if you have any questions.

 

Call (231) 894-5424 for car towing dispatch

Towing - variable at fair market price
Company to tow Customer’s stranded vehicle to a desired location, and/or the nearest available car dealership or auto body shop.

Lock Out $75.00
Company will arrange for a third party locksmith company to assist Customer with re-entry into their vehicle.

Tire Change $100.00
Company to change a flat tire and replace Customer’s spare tire using Company provided tools.

Jump Start $75.00
Company to charge Customer’s battery using Company provided jumper cables.

Impounding $200.00

If you are unable to call the towing company directly, you can visit the Festival Info Booth at Main Street in the GA Campgrounds or radio to Festival Dispatch (Channel 3) and they can assist with dispatching tow company.