We Fest

WE FEST offers separate campsites for VIP, GA, and accessibility (for guests with a disability). Most campsites are a 5 to 10-minute walk, and the furthest is 15 minutes to the entrance gate. Camping tickets must be purchased at the same time as the festival tickets, and all sites are first-come, first-serve (guests may not hold neighboring sites for their friends; those wanting to camp together must arrive together).

Guests must have a camping pass and a festival (three-day) ticket to enter the campground. Some of the sites have electrical outlets (no water or sewer), the others are primitive (no hookups). All campsites are 25 x 40 feet and allow one vehicle and one shelter (some sites allow for tents); RV units are considered both vehicle and shelter.

All vehicles and other items must fit inside the campsite area; if not, guests must purchase a second campsite. Campsites generally sell out quickly, so it might be better to make sure your equipment will fit within the campground limitations. Firewood must be purchased inside the campground, but guests should bring their own fire rings. VIP camping can be purchased without a VIP festival pass.

The Detroit Lakes area offers a multiple campgrounds near the festival site, and several within a twenty-minute drive. Guests can RV camp, fish, enjoy water activities at some of the nearby campgrounds. Due to the time of year that WE FEST take place, reservations should be made a sufficient amount of time in advance to guarantee a site.

Shuttles are available to ferry guests from the festival into town and back and may be able to assist guests staying at campsites not associated with the festival. Taxi service is available in case shuttle service isn't available, and campground staff members are often able to direct guests with information on local transportation if necessary.

Festival-goers should plan for both hot and inclement weather. The average temperature around this time of year is in the low 80's, and it can cool off slightly at night, so light shirts and shorts would be appropriate. Rain gear should be considered since the festival will continue rain or shine. Head gear such as baseball caps with cloth that can be lowered to protect the neck would be a good investment toward preventing sunburn and heat stroke.

Small bags are allowed within the venue but will be searched upon entry; backpacks and larger bags are not allowed. Guests may bring in lawn chairs and umbrellas, but tents are not allowed (even in the event of rain). Specific information is available on the website; guests should familiarize themselves to pass through security checks more quickly.

Sunscreen and insect repellant are useful items to have on hand, as well as a small first aid kit (although there will be emergency staff on hand). Contact numbers in case of an emergency are recommended. Festival-goers can take empty plastic bottles inside the festival where there are water refilling stations located intermittently.

Campers may cook for themselves at the campsites, but grills must be at least 12 inches above the ground or any vegetation such as grass. Guests should make certain they dispose of their waste (such as food wrappers, etc.) in an appropriate manner.

There are a few restaurants within a short walking distance of the festival, located near Lake Sallie and Detroit Lake. Guests will find a larger collection of eating establishments a short trip to the north and can be reached using one of the festival's shuttle buses.

No outside food or drink is allowed inside the festival (with the exception of one sealed water bottle or an empty water bottle). Vendors are on hand in the event that guests become hungry and desire something to eat. Specific vendor details will start to show up on the We Fest website as the festival weekend approaches.