All persons and bags are subject to search. Clear tote bags (including handbags/purses) that are clear plastic, vinyl or PVC and do not exceed 12” x 6” x 12” will be admitted inside after inspection. Small clutch bags or wallets that do not exceed 4.5” x 6.5 “, with or without a handle or strap, may be carried into the venue along with one of the clear bag options (clear tote or storage bag). Oversized bags (i.e. backpacks, suitcases, beach bags, laptop bags, etc.) and camelbacks are prohibited.
bag policy
general FAQs
Our seaside venue is located at 1600 Pacific Coast Highway. Just across from the San Diego bay and sharing space with the County of San Diego administration building.
Waterfront Park is an urban oasis with water fountains, green grass and walking paths for you to enjoy.
The San Diego International airport is just a mile away, and we’re walking distance from Union Station for Amtrak trains and trolleys.
We think you’ll find the park to be a very special place– we call it home and hope you’ll treat it as yours!
Early bird gets the worm!
Doors open at noon daily, and the best time to arrive is before 4PM.
Entry may be slowed at peak times during the afternoon (4pm-6pm).
We recommend booking convenient and affordable parking in advance through SpotHero, the nation’s leading parking reservation app.
To reserve your parking spot, visit the CRSSD Festival SpotHero Parking Page and book a spot with rates up to 50% off drive-up.
New to SpotHero? Click here to download the SpotHero app.
Yes, all backpacks must be clear and my not exceed 12” x 12”.
No, Fanny packs do not need to be clear (but may be subject to further search).
No, these items do not need to be clear, just within 6.5” x 5.5” limit.
Yep! There are several hotels located near the festival that are easily accessible and within walking distance.
To find a place to stay over the weekend, check out hotels recommended by the San Diego Tourism Authority here
Book / reserve your train ride on Amtrak’s Pacific Surfliner. Schedule your trip at – https://www.pacificsurfliner.com/
Service Affected By Track Closure in San Diego County: Tracks will be closed between Irvine and San Diego on Saturday and Sunday, Mar. 7-8. Some Pacific Surfliner trains will be canceled, and others will have bus connections between Irvine and San Diego. Learn more
Yes, you will need to present and scan your printed tickets both days in order to be allowed into the festival.
Nope, we do not match tickets with and ID’s. Although please be aware of scammers and fake third party ticket vendors when buying re-sell tickets.
Sorry. Tickets are good for one entry to the fest per day. No re-entry.
Set times for CRSSD Festival will be posted on our website, social media pages, and mobile app a few days before the festival.
Nope. The County of San Diego’s Waterfront Park is a 100% smoke free venue. As such we are a NON-SMOKING event! No cigarettes, e-cigs or vapes please. We think it’s a very small price to pay for using such a beautiful space– thank you for understanding!
While we very much support California’s progressive stance on recreational marijuana, see above — We are a NO smoking event.
Fans who violate the smoking policy will be asked to leave the venue.
Re: Drugs.
CRSSD Festival has a zero tolerance policy in regards to drugs.
The possession and/or dealing of drugs is prohibited and violators will be turned over to the San Diego police.
For your safety and security, all ticket holders are subject to search at entry.
Please don’t! While we 100% invite and encourage you to dance in the fountains, we ask that you do not eat near, block, sit, or stand on the fountain jets.
We accept Credit Cards, Debit Cards, Apple Pay & Cash. ATMs will be located around the venue.
YES! We are a 21+ ONLY event and you MUST have a valid Government form of ID to enter the festival (ID Card, Drivers License, or Passport).
If you lost your ID, do NOT delay on getting a replacement – we CANNOT accept DMV temporary IDs, and CANNOT guarantee entry without proper identification! For entry you MUST have:
– Any US government-issued driver’s license or ID card containing a photograph and date of birth
– US or foreign government-issued passport containing a photograph and date of birth
YES. CRSSD Festival is ADA compliant and our goal is to ensure that everyone who attends the CRSSD has a great experience.
We have several ADA entrances and viewing locations for fans to enjoy their time at Waterfront Park.
If you have any questions or need assistance with entry, please email: customerservice@crssdfest.com
We’ll get a little wet 🙂
Rain or shine the show will go on, but we are typically lucky here in San Diego (fngrs crssd).
Alternately hats, shades and sunscreen (sealed) always a good idea!
Very limited exclusive CRSSD merch will be available at our merch tent near the entrance!
We ONLY sell merch at the fest, so get it while it’s hot.
Free up your hands and avoid losing any personal items during the fest & get your phone charged! If you’d like to have a safe and secure place to store your stuff throughout the day, make sure to pre-book a locker!
Options:
- Single day lockers: $20
- Both days: $35
Pre-book here: CRSSD Festival Lockers – Spring 2020
If it is SEALED, yes.
Makeup MUST be in new, sealed packaging. NO open makeup (compacts, lipsticks, etc)
If you have open makeup you will be asked to return it to your vehicle or dispose of it prior to entry.
Prescribed medication (in container with matching ID to be checked at entry and only containing the number of doses needed for duration of event as prescribed on the pill container.)
Nope- sorry. No DSLR or professional cameras (any cameras with a removable lens)
Yes. We have a wide assortment of food including vegan and vegetarian options. If you have dietary restrictions and need to bring in outside food, please bring a note from your doctor or nutritionist and our security guards will be happy to help approve items upon arrival.
Yes. First aid stations will be clearly indicated on site and marked both on your festival guide and mobile app.
Yes. There is a free water refill station located near the circle bar in the middle of the festival.
Fans are permitted one 24oz Nalgene style clear bottle for refills. No Camelbaks or bladders will be allowed at entry.
We appreciate you asking but volunteering and vendor applications are now closed.
Please email Team@CRSSD.com after January 1st, 2018 for Spring ’18 consideration.
[PLEASE NOTE: PROHIBITED ITEMS MAY BE RETURNED TO VEHICLES PRIOR TO ENTRY OR SURRENDERED AT ENTRY]
NO:
- SMOKING (NO CIGARETTES, E-CIGS, VAPES)
- Blocking, standing on, redirecting, or sitting on fountain jets
- Food / eating /drinking in the fountains
- Re-entry
PROHIBITED ITEMS:
- CIGARETTES, E-CIGS, VAPES
- Outside food + drink [sealed outside food allowed for those who have a documented need (must have Dr.’s note that matches ID)]
- Drugs / drug paraphernalia
- CamelBaks / bladders (water stations provided + one empty 24oz (or less) transparent plastic bottle (Nalgene style) or clear plastic water bottle OK)
- Large backpacks (ONLY CLEAR BAGS-SEE CLEAR BAG POLICY)
- Glass bottles or containers
- Weapons of any kind
- Laser pointers
- GoPro/selfie sticks (GoPros ok)
- Audio recording devices
- Professional photo / video cameras
- Drones
- Umbrellas (parasols ok)
- Open makeup
- Totems
- Hula hoops
- LED gloves, Flowlights, etc
- Nudity, pasties, thongs (Clothing must not when wet expose parts of body under County Code 32.1002 prohibiting public nudity)
- Chalk, markers, sharpies
- Chains / chain wallets
- Stickers / flyers / solicitations
- Pets (guide/service dogs OK)
- Cleated shoes
[AN AMNESTY BOX WILL BE PROVIDED AT ENTRY.]
[LACK OF COMPLIANCE WITH EVENT RULES MAY RESULT IN EJECTION.]
YES:
- Clear bags, backpacks, totes, purses that are plastic, vinyl or PVC and do not exceed 12” x 12” x 6”
- Small clutch bags, fanny packs or wallets that do not exceed 4.5” x 6.5
- Prescribed medication (in container with matching ID to be checked at entry and only containing the number of doses needed for duration of event as prescribed on the pill container.)
- Cell phones
- Non-professional cameras
- Blankets/towels
- Hand sanitizer and/or wipes (open/unsealed ok)
- Sunscreen (contents to be checked at entry)
- Sealed gum
- Sealed chapstick
- Sealed lipstick
- Sealed eyedrops
- Empty 24oz (or less) transparent plastic bottle (Nalgene style) or clear plastic water bottle
FESTIVAL TIPS / Heavily Encouraged:
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- GoPros (w/o sticks)
- Sunglasses
- Earplugs
- Sunscreen (contents to be checked at entry)
- Good times
Heavily Discouraged:
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- Rave attire
- No furry boots. Some kandi is ok, but overboard will be turned away. Use your judgment.
prohibited items
Clear Bag Policy:
All persons and bags are subject to search. Clear tote bags (including handbags/backpacks/purses) that are clear plastic, vinyl or PVC and do not exceed 12”x 12”x 6″ will be admitted inside after inspection. Small clutch bags, fanny packs & wallets that are not clear and do not exceed 4.5” x 6.5 “, with or without a handle or strap, may be carried into the venue along with one of the clear bag options (clear tote or backpack). Oversized bags (i.e. backpacks, suitcases, beach bags, laptop bags, etc.) and camelbacks are prohibited.
Heavily Discouraged:
- Rave attire
- No furry boots. Some kandi is ok, but overboard will be turned away. Use your judgment.
- Fan Slapping (You may be asked to stop. If you don’t, you may be asked to leave. Please respect your neighbors!)
Prohibited items:
- Totems
- Hula hoops
- LED gloves, Flowlights, etc
- Nudity, pasties, thongs (Clothing must not when wet expose parts of body under County Code 32.1002 prohibiting public nudity)
Other items that you’ll need to leave at home:
- Drugs / drug paraphernalia
- Cigarettes, E-Cigs, Vapes
- Outside food + drink [sealed outside food allowed for those who have a documented need (must have Dr.’s note that matches ID)]
- Laser Pointers
- Lighters
- CamelBaks / bladders (water stations provided + one empty 24oz (or less) transparent plastic bottle (Nalgene style) or clear plastic water bottle OK)
- Large backpacks (CLEAR BAGS ONLY – SEE CLEAR BAG POLICY)
- Glass bottles or containers
- Weapons of any kind
- Laser pointers
- Selfie sticks
- Audio recording devices
- Professional photo / video cameras
- Drones
- Umbrellas (parasols ok)
- Open Makeup
- Chalk, markers, sharpies
- Chains / chain wallets
- Stickers / flyers / solicitations
- Pets (guide/service dogs OK)
- Cleated shoes
what can i bring?
We want to ensure that your time at Waterfront Park is comfortable and safe. We’ll have a healthy dose of dancing in the sun so please don’t forget your sealed sunblock, nalgene style clear water bottles and a towel/blanket to have a seat on the grass. Gopros (no selfie sticks due to viewing) also heavily encouraged! top steroids
- Clear backpacks, totes, handbags, plastic that are vinyl or PVC and do not exceed 12” x 12” x 6”
- Small clutch bags, fanny packs & wallets that do not exceed 4.5” x 6.5
- Prescribed medication (in container with matching ID to be checked at entry and only containing the number of doses needed for duration of event as prescribed on the pill container.)
- Cell phones
- Non-professional cameras
- Blankets/towels
- Hand sanitizer and/or wipes (open/unsealed ok)
- Sunscreen (contents to be checked at entry)
- Sealed gum
- Sealed chapstick
- Sealed lipstick
- Sealed eyedrops
- Sealed makeup
- Empty 24oz (or less) transparent plastic bottle (Nalgene style) or clear plastic water bottle
Heavily Encouraged:
- GoPros (w/o sticks)
- Sunglasses
- Earplugs
- Good times
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