The Farm Aid Festival

Farm Aid’s annual festival is an all-day celebration of music and family farmers featuring a unique lineup of artists and genres, along with family farm-identified, local and organic foods as part of our HOMEGROWN Concessions®. The Farm Aid festival also includes hands-on activities to get folks in touch with the roots of our food. Since 1985, Farm Aid has raised more than $90 million to support programs that help farmers thrive, expand the reach of the Good Food Movement, take action to change the dominant system of industrial agriculture and promote food from family farms.

Venue Address & Map

Mailing & Office Address: 3550 Cellar Door Way Virginia Beach, VA 23451
Box office phone number: 757-368-3000
Box Office Hours: Mondays & Fridays from 10am to 4pm.

Venue Policies

Entry

Before you set off, download tickets to your phone on the Live Nation app. This venue only allows mobile entry.

Re-Entry is not permitted at Veterans United Home Loans Amphitheater at Virginia Beach. Please ensure that everything you will need for the event is brought in with you. If you do leave at any point during the event, you will not be allowed back in without a new ticket.

Will Call

Will call can be found at the Box Office, located at the Main Entry Gate. Please bring a valid photo ID, credit card and your confirmation number. The Box office and Will Call will open at 10:00 am.

Accessible Seating

Accessible seating is available for purchase at all Ticketmaster outlets, Ticketmaster Charge By Phone, LiveNation.com and at the Box Office. Accessible, ADA seating is available at the lawn price in sections 201 and 205. There is also ADA seating available in sections 101 and 103. All locations will be identifiable on the ISM map. We do offer courtesy carts for individuals with mobility needs. If you need assistance, please call 757-368-3000.

Children 2 and Under

All of our events are all ages. Children 2 and under do not require a ticket, but must sit on a parent’s lap.

Permitted Items

• Clear plastic, vinyl or PVC tote bags no larger than 12” x 6” x 12” and/or small clutch bags 6”x 9”.
• Small Blankets / Beach Towels
• Non-aerosol bug spray / sunscreen
• Food – in a clear, 1-gallon ziplock bag
• Water – up to 1 gallon in a factory sealed or empty bottle
• Cameras – Nonprofessional only, no detachable lenses (Professional cameras are allowed at Farm Aid 2026 with a Photographer Media Credential. Learn more in our Media Room)
• Medication: Prescription medication must be in its original container with a name that is verifiable with a photo ID. Over-the-counter medication must be in original packaging. Please inform staff of medications when you arrive. If you have medication that requires refrigeration, go to Guest Services in the Entry Plaza to find the medical staff. If you require the use of a needle for medication, please do so in the medical office for proper syringe disposal.
• Diaper bags, breast pumps and accessories, and milk coolers are allowed and subject to search. These bags will be tagged accordingly. The medical team can make arrangements for milk storage, and a family restroom is located in the medical service area.

All bags are subject to search upon entry. Guests have the right to refuse a bag search and the venue has the right to refuse entry. If you have any items that are not allowed into the venue please return them to your vehicle.

Items Not Permitted

• Weapons of any kind
• Alcohol
• Illegal drugs / substances
• Aerosols of any kind
• Glass containers
• Cans
• Un-clear bags larger than 6”x 9”
• Clear bags larger than 12”x 6”x 12″
• Laser pointers
• Animals (except service animals)
• Fireworks
• UAV (Drones)
• Any item deemed to be dangerous
• Lawn chairs of any kind

*Items listed are subject to change or vary on show day*

By entering the Veterans United Home Loans Amphitheater at Virginia Beach grounds, guests agree to abide by the rules listed above. Venue management reserves the right to modify these rules or can request to see the contents of any belongings brought on property at their discretion. We appreciate your cooperation in maintaining the utmost levels of safety and convenience for our guests and staff.

Cashless Payment

All points of sale will only accept credit or debit. In the event you are not carrying a credit or debit card, staff will be available for a Cash to Card exchange at all three guest services locations: at the main gate and inside each plaza.

Rideshare & Drop Off/Pick Up – (Taxis, Uber, Lyft, etc.)

Taxis drop off and pick-up guests outside of the main entrance gate. There is a designated drop off and pick-up tent located at the main entrance. The drop off area is located at the main entrance via the Dam Neck Road Entrance. Please let the parking staff know that you are dropping someone off and they will direct you. Guests cannot park and remain in their vehicles at the drop off location during the event. Guests can only be picked up at the designated area inside of the loop at the Dam Neck Road entrance as incoming traffic at all other entrances will be held during egress.

Parking

General parking: General parking is included in the price of your ticket. Lots are accessible via Concert Drive or Dam Neck Road. If you want easier entry and exit, go for Preferred Parking or VIP Parking.

Preferred Parking: Admission to the Preferred Parking or Reserved Parking lot can be purchased in advance or on-site if available. Park closer to the venue regardless of your arrival time. Enter via Dam Neck Road and park right in front of the main gate. Autos only.

Reserved Vehicle Parking (limited availability): Includes a guaranteed numbered parking space within close walking distance to the main entrance and expedited exit after the show! Come early, come late – this Reserved Parking spot is saved for you for the entire event. Limited availability. Autos only. Note: Use Dam Neck Road to access Reserved Vehicle Parking.

Oversized Parking: You may purchase oversized vehicle parking in advance on our upgrades tab or on-site. Space is limited. Includes parking for RVs / Limo / Buses / Large Vehicles with easy entry and exit. Oversized parking is located in LOT E.

VIP Parking: The VIP parking lot is accessible through Concert Drive. The VIP lot is permit controlled.

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Media Relations / Press Passes

Any media inquiries should be directed to Farm Aid at press@farmaid.org. To register for Farm Aid media credentials, please visit farmaid.org/media

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