SLM

Festival Info

Everything you need before the gates open.

Dates, travel, what to bring, accessibility, safety. The honest answers, all in one place.

Dates

Labor Day Weekend · Sept 3–6, 2027

Location

New Castle County, Delaware

Nearest airports

PHL (35 min) · BWI (75 min) · EWR (2h)

Amtrak

Wilmington Station — direct from NYC, DC, Philly

Drive times

Philly 35m · NYC 2h · DC 1h45 · Baltimore 1h

Safety pledge

Zero tolerance. Trained ambassadors. Free medical.

A festival built so families, friends, and elders feel as safe as the front row feels alive.

access@slmfestival.com

FAQ

The honest answers.

When do tickets go on sale?+

Founding-fan presale opens Q1 2027. Join the waitlist on the home page to get first access — at locked-in founding rates before public on-sale.

What's the price range?+

Single-day GA expected $129–$179. 3-day GA $329–$399. VIP and Cabana tiers $799+. Final pricing confirmed when the lineup drops.

What's the age policy?+

All ages welcome. Children 10 and under enter free with a ticketed adult. Some late-night zones are 21+ and clearly signed.

Re-entry?+

Yes — single-day and multi-day passes allow same-day re-entry. Multi-day passes scan back in each day.

Is the festival accessible?+

Yes. Accessible viewing platforms at every stage, ASL interpretation at the main stage, accessible parking, companion-care restrooms, sensory-quiet zones, and a dedicated accessibility hotline. Email access@slmfestival.com for any specific accommodation.

Bag policy?+

Clear bags up to 12in x 12in x 6in or small clutches under 5in x 8in. No backpacks. Sealed water bottles allowed; refill stations on site.

Is it cashless?+

Yes. Tap-to-pay, Apple/Google Pay, and RFID wristband charging. Fee-free ATMs are on site for cash needs.

Food, drink, dietary needs?+

70+ vendors curated for the corridor — Black-owned, halal, vegan, gluten-free options across every meal. Full vendor map drops with the lineup.

What if it rains?+

Rain or shine. Severe-weather plan is published in the festival app — covered stages stay live, open-air sets pause and reschedule. No refunds for weather, full refunds only if a day is cancelled.

Where do I stay?+

Hotel block partners (Wilmington + downtown Philly) launch alongside lineup announcement. Shuttle service from official hotels included with multi-day passes.

Parking & rideshare?+

On-site lots ($25/day, prepay only). Dedicated rideshare drop-off zone. Free shuttle from Wilmington Amtrak every 20 min during gate hours.

Safety & code of conduct?+

Zero tolerance for harassment. Trained safety ambassadors in every zone. 24/7 medical tents. Anonymous reporting via app or text-to-911-style hotline. The full code of conduct is posted on every gate.

Question we didn't answer?

We read every email. Reply within one business day.

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