Fort Adams State Park
Rules & Frequently Asked Questions
1. What time does everything open?
2. Is There Parking on-site?
3. Are there alternatives to driving at the Fort?
4. Is there camping on-site?
5. What can I bring with me?
6. Is there anything for children at the festival?
7. Is photographic or recording equipment permitted at the festival?
1. What time does everything open?
GATES open at 10am
PARKING opens at 8am / Shuttles start at 9am
WATER TAXIS start at 7am
FOOD & CRAFTS start at 10am
MUSIC STARTS at 11:30am
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2. Is there parking on-site?
Yes. Limited on-site festival parking available aft Fort Adams State Park available: $ 12.00 per vehicle in advance; $ 15.00 on festival weekend. To purchase in adavance, select parking option during ticket buying process on on eTix. Parking opens at 8am.
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3. Are there alternatives to driving to the Fort?
YES
BY BICYCLE: Ride your bike and reduce your carbon footprint! Bicycles are not allowed inside the festival grounds but can be locked in several areas of the park.
BY WATER SHUTTLE: The Water Ferry runs continuously from Old Port Dock on America’s Cup in the Mooring Restaurant parking lot and Fort Adams beginning at 7 AM. Cost is $8.00 round trip and no reservations are required. more info
BY BUS: There is bus service from downtown Newport to the festival site. Visit www.RIPTA.com for schedules.
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4. Is there camping on-site?
Sorry, no camping is available at Fort Adams State Park but there are campgrounds not far from the festival grounds. Melville Ponds Campground in Portsmouth is 11 miles from the festival grounds and currently has spaces available. Call (401) 682-2424. Check out www.visitrhodeisland.com in the Recreation/Camping section for additional suggestions.
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5. What can I bring with me?
YES...
- Only one small hand held cooler (no larger than 16x12) per person allowed
- Maximum size for individual blankets is 8'x 10'
- Low-backed chairs only (under 30") to ensure good viewing for others
NO...
- No glass containers admitted. All coolers will be searched.
- No alcohol
- No Pets
- No beach umbrellas or anything that could obstruct the view of others
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6. Is there anything for children at the festival?
YES:
Look for the KIDSFARE signs at food tents for vendors offering complete kid's meals for $3.00.
For lost children: There is a Lost Child Station at the First Aid Tent. Locate the First Aid Tent at the end of the Museum of Yachting which is on your left as you round the corner to the festival seating area.
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7. Is photographic or recording equipment permitted at the festival?
Hand held still cameras are permitted. Tripods are not advisable. Audio and video recording devices are NOT permitted.
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