FAQs
| Where is WOMADelaide? | WOMADelaide is held next to the Adelaide CBD in the beautiful Botanic Park / Tainmuntilla over the March long weekend. Entry to the festival is through the gates on either Frome Road or Hackney Road.
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| Who’s on the lineup and when are they playing? | Please see our lineup page for details on the festival lineup. Artist playing days are announced in December, with the full schedule announced in February ahead of each festival.
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| Tickets | There are 4-day, 3-day and single-day tickets available for purchase to WOMADelaide. For ticket types and prices visit our tickets page. For further ticket information visit our ticket information. If you have not received your wristband ticket in the mail before the festival or have any ticket issues or queries during the festival, please present to the Box Office at either entrance of the festival.
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| What time do gates open? |
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| How do I get there? | Cycling: Bike parking will be monitored by security during the following times, please note there is no overnight monitoring: FRIDAY 3.30pm to 1am SATURDAY 11.30am to 12:30am SUNDAY 11.30am to 12:30am MONDAY 11.30am to 12:30am The bike parking site is available adjacent to each entrance to ensure a smoother experience for all patrons entering the festival and to limit congestion and obstruction of accessible pathways. Parking:
If driving, you can secure parking with UPark. Pre-book for night and weekend parking at UPark Rundle and UPark Frome. Convenient and affordable parking that’s open 24 hours and just a short walk to Botanic Park. Bus: All other Adelaide Metro tram timetables can be found HERE. |
| Can I smoke? | In keeping with the South Australian Government health regulations, WOMADelaide is a smoke-free event. Festival goers wishing to smoke will be able to do so in designated smoking areas marked on the festival map or listed in the app.
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| What should I do if I suffer from Asthma? | Please be aware at times Botanic Park / Tainmuntilla can become dusty. We advise anyone who suffers from asthma to bring the specific medication they need and make note of the location of the nearest first aid tent in case they do need any assistance. For more information on asthma first aid, please visit Asthma Australia's website.
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| Is there camping at WOMADelaide? | There is strictly no camping on site at WOMADelaide as the venue is part of the Botanic Gardens of Adelaide.
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| How do I work / volunteer / perform at WOMADelaide? | Please check our Apply page for all current opportunities and application dates.
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| Can kids come? | We have an entire area dedicated to our little humans! A world of fun awaits in KidZone with daily activities programmed specially for kids. A festival within a festival, KidZone is packed full of cultural experiences, creative activities and adventure. It's a safe and fun space for children under 12 and their adults. Featuring activities such as dancing, creative art workshops, traditional weaving, dress-up parades, storytelling and lots more. Visit our KidZone lineup page for programming details.
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| Children’s Tickets and Youth Tickets | Children under 12 can attend the festival for free, but must have a wristband (children under 3 do not need a wristband) and be accompanied by an Adult Ticket holder. For Children and Youth Ticket prices and more information visit our ticket information.
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| Is there a Parents Room? | Parents with babies and toddlers can enjoy a shaded, comfortable and discreet Parenting Room. Nursing parents at WOMADelaide have access to feeding chairs, baby changing and bottle heating facilities. Please see the site map for location.
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| Children's Safety | All children over the age of 3 must be wristbanded prior to entering the Festival. Please add a child ticket to your cart when purchasing. We advise that you write the responsible adult's mobile number clearly on the wristband and arrange with children to meet at the Info Booth if they get separated.
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| Lost Children/Missing Persons | WOMADelaide follows a strict lost child/missing persons procedure. All lost children/persons are taken to the Info Booth. Parents/guardians, please report a missing child/person at the Info Booth.
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| Cashless | WOMADelaide is a cashless event. |
| Seating at WOMADelaide | Patrons can bring low-standing, beach-style chairs, which are permitted for use on the outer edges of the performance areas. Standard height chairs will be confiscated at the gates, unless a pre-approved exemption has been authorised. We ask those who want to remain seated for a performance to sit at the outer edges and rear of the audience areas. Please also be aware that "staking" out a spot in front of a stage with chairs, rugs or blankets for any performance not designated as a "seated performance" is prohibited, as these items can create safety and trip hazard concerns in large crowds. Please ensure that you keep clearways (marked with blue and white lighting) free of chairs, rugs and/or blankets. Crowd Control volunteers will ask you to move if you have set up within these walkways for the safety and clear navigation of the site for all patrons.
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| Can I come in and out? | Yes, pass-outs are available. If you plan to return to the festival on the same day, please make sure you scan OUT when leaving the site, and scan IN at the gates when returning.
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| Bag Check-In | Bag Check-Ins are located at both the Frome Road and Hackney Road main entrances. A $3 donation is required to use the bag check-in, with all proceeds donated to the WOMADelaide Foundation. The bag check-in will close at midnight each day. All items are left at your own risk; WOMADelaide takes no responsibility for items left behind.
What you can’t check in:
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| Can I leave my picnic rugs or blankets in the park overnight? | No, as a requirement of our agreement for the use of Botanic Park / Tainmuntilla during the festival and as a courtesy to your fellow festivalgoers, we ask you to take your belongings with you each night. Any possessions left unattended overnight will be removed and subsequently disposed of or donated directly to local charities if not claimed at Lost and Found. Thousands of people attend the festival each day, roaming through the park from stage to stage and around all areas of the site, so please understand that you cannot "reserve a spot”.
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| What to bring | Do bring:
Recommended:
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| Don't Bring | Don't bring:
Please see our Conditions of Entry for a full list of prohibited items and more information.
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| What else is there to do in Adelaide while I'm visiting? | We're glad you asked! Experience Adelaide – where culture, world-class dining, lush Park Lands and hidden laneway gems come together in a city made for exploring. Need inspiration? Let Experience Adelaide get you started below. Find the best produce and experiences on offer in South Australia and explore the range of WOMADelaide partners outside the festival. Visit the home of Coopers in Regency Park. Take a trip to McLaren Vale and drink in gin and scenery at Never Never Distilling Co. Or stop by Nepenthe's Cellar Door in the Adelaide Hills for prestigious wines. Botanic Park is a stone's throw away from the Adelaide CBD. Stay close with accommodations nearby, like Crowne Plaza Adelaide, Pullman Adelaide, or Hilton Adelaide – or for close camping and caravan parking, there’s Aspen Holidays Caravan Park. |
| Accessibility Information | An accessible parking and drop-off zone is located next to the Hackney Road entrance. Both entrances have a dedicated accessible entrance to assist in a smooth entry for those with mobility issues. The site is very large, and it can take some time and energy to get from one part to another. We recommend you plan your day with this in mind. Access platforms are provided near the 3 main stages of the festival (Foundation Stage, Stage 2 and Stage 3), and can fill up quickly for popular shows, so plan to arrive ahead of time for performances. Please visit our Access page for our full Access Guide. The guide provides access information about step-free paths, sensory access and facilities, as well as a detailed overview of the event, and is created by Access2Arts in collaboration with WOMADelaide.
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| What are your terms and conditions of entry? | Read our full Conditions of Entry. |