What items are allowed & prohibited? – Darker Waves

Guests and their belongings are subject to search upon entry. You can help keep the lines moving quickly by leaving large bags at home.

NO backpacks, purses, or bags are allowed to be brought into the venue, EXCEPT for the following:

Small clutch purses and fanny packs that are 6" x 9" or smaller do not need to be clear, but can have no more than one pocket.
All other bags larger than 6" x 9" must be smaller than 12" x 6" x 12" and clear.
Hydration packs are allowed and do not need to be clear, but must be emptied of all liquid and have no more than two pockets in addition to the one holding the water reservoir.

BANNED

NO Aerosol Products/Aerosol Cans/Aerosol Sunblock
NO Air Horns or Noisemakers
NO Audio Recording Devices
NO AVPs or MODs or Liquid to Refill Cartridges
NO Bags That Don't Comply with Bag Policy
NO Balloon, Balls, or Inflatables
NO Bicycles, Skates, Scooters, or Skateboards
NO Chairs of Any Kind
NO Coolers
NO Chains or Chain Wallets
NO Cigarettes, E-Cigarettes, or Vapes (Per the City’s No Smoking Policy on Public Beaches)
NO Detachable Lens Cameras
NO Drones
NO Drugs or Drug Paraphernalia
NO Fireworks or Explosives
NO Flags
NO Flyers, Samples, Giveaways, or Promotional Items
NO Glass or Metal Containers
NO Glow Sticks or LED Gloves
NO Hammocks
NO Hula Hoops
NO Hoverboards or Segways
NO Instruments
NO Kites or Sky Lanterns
NO Laser Pointers
NO Mesh Bags
NO Metal, Steel, or Aluminum Water Bottles
NO Misters
NO Outside Food or Beverages
NO Pepper Spray or Mace
NO Pets or Other Animals
NO Selfie Sticks or Tripods
NO Sharpies, Markers, or Paint Pens
NO Stuffed Animals or Inflatables
NO Tarps, Tents, Canopies, or Shade Structures of Any Kind
NO Totems
NO Toy Guns, Water Guns, or Sling Shots
NO Umbrellas or Parasols
NO Unauthorized Vendors or Solicitors of Any Kind
NO Video Cameras
NO Wagons or Wagon Carts
NO Walkie Talkies
NO Weapons of Any Kind

ALLOWED

YES Baby Strollers
YES Binoculars
YES Blankets (Small) & Beach Towels (Subject to Screening Upon Entry)
YES Cameras (Non-Pro)
YES Chapstick and Lip Balm (Sealed/Unopened)
YES Ear Plugs
YES Eye Drops (Sealed/Unopened)
YES Feminine Hygiene Item (Sealed/Unopened)
YES GoPros and Flip Cams
YES Personal-Sized Hand Sanitizer and Baby Wipes
YES Hats
YES Non-Aerosol Makeup
YES Medication
- Prescription Medication and Dietary Restrictions
  Outside food and drink is not allowed inside the festival however, if a patron has special medical dietary restrictions, items will be allowed. It is recommended that patrons speak to the Security Manager and Medical Team members at the festival entry gate who can assist them
  Patrons are allowed to bring medically necessary materials and medications into the festival if they meet these guidelines:
  1. Prescriptions are in their original container
  2. Only one type of medication is present, and the bottle contains only the appropriate amount of medication necessary while in attendance.
  3. Prescriptions are not expired
  4. The patron’s name is on the prescription bottle and is verified with an ID
- Medications that require refrigeration can be brought to the medical tent for storage, after adhering to verification

YES Mobile Phones & Chargers
YES Poncho & Rain Jackets
YES Service Animals ***
YES Sunblock (Non-Aerosol, Personal-Sized)
YES Sunglasses
YES Water Bottles (Empty, Plastic, Reusable, non-metal, 32 oz, 1 per guest)

*** “Comfort", “therapy” or “emotional support” animals do not meet the definition of a “Service Animal" and are not permitted entry to the Event; For the Avoidance of Doubt, NO other Animals are Permitted.

The safety of our fans and Event attendees is of paramount concern to the Event organizers. The Event organizers reserve the right to deny entry to any person or item the Event organizers and/or authorized security personnel deem(s) dangerous. Anything not specifically noted on our allowed and prohibited items list is subject to security review and/or approval at screening.

*SUBJECT TO CHANGE

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