The Farm Aid Festival
Farm Aid’s annual festival is a 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 $78 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.
Farm Aid 2024 will take place Saturday, September 21, at Broadview Stage at Saratoga Performing Arts Center in Saratoga Springs, New York.
Address & Map for the Broadview Stage at Saratoga Performing Arts Center
GPS Address – Route 50 Lot (Main Parking Lot): 400 Ballston Avenue, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866
Mailing & Office Address: 108 Avenue of the Pines, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866
Box office phone number: (518) 584-9330
Box Office Hours: Mon-Fri 12pm-5pm; Saturday 10am-2pm; Sunday Closed, unless there is a performance in the amphitheater, then opening at 2pm. On event days, hours are extended through the start of the performance.
Will Call: Will Call is located at the Main Box Office off the Route 50 parking lot ONLY. We suggest you arrive at Will Call 1-2 hours prior to the show to avoid long lines. Please bring a valid photo ID, credit card and your confirmation number.
Venue Rules and Information
Accessible Seating
Accessible seating is available for purchase at all Ticketmaster outlets, Ticketmaster Charge By Phone, LiveNation.com and at the SPAC Box Office. If someone has a medical condition that requires syringes or special medical attention, you should alert the SPAC staff on arrival who will notify SPAC Medical to discuss your needs. Due to crowd size, accessible carts are not available during Live Nation events.
Children 2 and Under
Children ages 2 or younger are admitted free on the lawn. For our guests with reserved seating, one child under 2 will be free if they sit on your lap (one child per adult).
Items Allowed
Items allowed to be brought into venue:
- ONLY small clutches, wristlets or fanny packs no bigger than 6”x 9” OR clear plastic bags NO BIGGER than 12″x6″x12”
- Lawn Chairs – For the safety and convenience of all our guests, only collapsible lawn/camping chairs will be permitted with the height of the chair not to exceed 43” when collapsed. Canopies, footrests, side tables, and other attachments are prohibited. This policy will be strictly enforced. Chairs not meeting these specifications will not be allowed entry. Low profile/beach chairs may be rented upon entering the facility adjacent to the main merchandise tent or in advance by clicking here, subject to availability. If you have alternative seating needs, or accessible seating needs, please contact the Box Office at 518-584-9330 or boxoffice@spac.org
- Cameras – Nonprofessional only, no detachable lenses (professional cameras are allowed at Farm Aid 2024 with a Photographer Media Pass. Click here to see requirements/application for obtaining a Photographer Media Pass
- Binoculars
- Umbrellas (personal-sized, no pointed ends)
- Food in a clear, 1-gallon zip-lock bag
- Water – An empty water bottle OR up to 1 gallon of water in a factory sealed bottle is permitted
- Small blankets
- Strollers (if used to transport a child). Due to the size of the crowds, we advise against bringing strollers
- Prescription medications
- Breast pumps and milk coolers
*Items listed are subject to change or vary on show day*
Items Not Permitted
Items not allowed to be brought into venue include, but are not limited to:
- Weapons of any kind
- Alcohol
- Illegal drugs/substances
- Glass containers
- Cans
- Hard/soft coolers
- Average sized bags/backpacks
- Large or oversized bags/backpacks, such as luggage, duffel bags, or industrial/camping-sized backpacks
- Laser pointers
- Animals (except ADA approved service animals)
- Fireworks
- iPads/tablets
- Selfie sticks
*Items listed are subject to change or vary on show day*
All Live Nation ground rules are subject to change. By entering the SPAC grounds, guests agree to abide by the rules listed above. 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.
Bag Policy
To reduce staff contact with guest belongings, we have implemented the following bag policy: We will allow clear plastic, vinyl or PVC tote bags no larger than 12” x 6” x 12” and/or small clutches, wristlets, or fanny packs that are not clear (6”x 9”). No other bags of any type will be allowed.
Cashless Payment
All points of sale will only accept credit and debit.
For fans who wish to use cash, or do not have a credit or debit card, there is a Cash to Card kiosk in the main concession plaza to exchange cash for card, dollar for dollar, without any service fees.
Rideshare & Drop Off/Pick Up – (Taxis, Uber, Lyft, etc.)
A designated rideshare drop off and pick up location can be found in the Route 50 East Lot (Main Parking Lot).
Drive into the parking lot, take an immediate right and follow signs leading to the designated curbside location. In addition to local taxi services, both Uber and Lyft provide service throughout the Capital Region.
Parking
General Admission Parking
The main parking lot is located off of Route 50 and opens 2 hours before show time. Gates typically open 1 hour before show time (varies by show/subject to change). Parking in all lots are subject to a $10 fee per car. Parking in the Route 50 lot entrances can be paid via credit card or cash. Additional parking available in the Saratoga Spa State Park for $10 per vehicle. If still available, Premier Parking can be purchased in the Route 50 parking lot upon entering. Premier Parking can also be purchased online. Vehicles cannot be left unattended overnight. Oversize vehicles (busses, limos, and RVs) are subject to an additional fee.
Premier Parking
Premiere Parking is available in the Route 50 parking lot, directly behind the box office. Premiere Parking can be purchased in advance at livenation.com.
Early Access Parking
Want to access the parking lots early to avoid traffic? You can do that with our new early access parking! The early access parking lot is located at the Route 50 West Parking lot and will open 2 hours prior to scheduled parking lot times. Come early, park close to the Route 50 main entrance, and enjoy time without the hassles of traffic or parking concerns!
You are not guaranteed a parking space with the purchase of early parking. Early parking spaces are not held once main lots open. If GA parking spaces are still available in Route 50 East/West lot after main lots, this purchase will be honored.
Early Access Parking can be purchased for select events in advance at livenation.com.
Reserved Parking
Want your own parking spot that is waiting just for you? Come early, come late – you are guaranteed one of our best parking spaces at the front of our Premier Parking lot with close, easy access to the Route 50 Entrance. Follow signs for Premier Parking. Limited Amount available! Parking Hang Tags will be given to you when you arrive at the Route 50 East Parking Lot and MUST be displayed to park in the corresponding reserved parking spot. FOR STANDARD SIZED VEHICLES ONLY.
Reserved Parking can be purchased in advance at livenation.com.
VIP Parking
Dedicated parking for Live Nation Season VIP Ticketholders can be found behind the Roosevelt Baths & Spa at 39 Roosevelt Drive. Please have your designated hangtag displayed on the car rear-view mirror.
Additional Information
Media Relations / Press Passes
Any media inquiries need to be directed to Farm Aid at press@farmaid.org. To register for Farm Aid media credentials, please visit farmaid.org/media
HOTELS
Farm Aid has partnered with QuintRooms to assist festivalgoers with their lodging needs for Farm Aid 2024. Every room night booked through this QuintRooms link generates a $2 contribution for Farm Aid’s HOMEGROWN Youthmarket.
