Do you have a layaway plan?

We do! Unfortunately last day for layaway was June 20th 🙁 Check back next year for a chance to pay for your tickets over time with our layaway plan. If you have purchased a layaway ticket and have any questions about the program, please visit our layaway page, or call...

New Gathering of the Vibes 2014 Performance Videos Released

As we prepare to put tickets on sale for our 20th annual event year this “Tie Dye Friday”, Gathering of the Vibes Music Festival is happy to release hundreds of live performance videos from 2014. The mass release includes dozens of top artists’ performances spanning...

Tell me about the Parking fee. What’s the deal?

For Weekend Campers, there is an additional $20 per VEHICLE parking fee, payable on site (this includes cars and RVs). This fee is in addition to your Weekend Camping Pass. If you have a VIP Weekend Camping Pass, there is no charge for parking. If you walk, ride a...

How does the Layaway Program work?

Purchase your first installment at any time between now and the end of the program. Then complete your ticket purchase with 3 easy additional installments starting on the 15th of the following month. For Example: Make your initial purchase any time in the month of...

How do I refund my ticket?

We are truly sorry that you won’t be able to join us. Unfortunately, there are no refunds. The event is rain or shine. The purchaser and/or bearer of a ticket understands that he/she is purchasing this ticket to the festival and not a particular artist’s...
Glowsticks, Banjos, Food Trucks for Miles

Glowsticks, Banjos, Food Trucks for Miles

Jam bands and seafarers make for unlikely bedfellows at this proudly hippie retreat, which faithfully features freewheeling folk/blues ensembles. It has also recently folded in a strong culture of boating enthusiasts, who take pride in arriving by sea to the coastal grounds.

Initial Lineup revealed for 2014 Gathering of the Vibes Festival

Initial Lineup revealed for 2014 Gathering of the Vibes Festival

Boston Music Spotlight
John Fogerty and Widespread Panic will headline this summer’s Gathering of the Vibes Festival. Now in its 19th year, the festival will return to Seaside Park in Bridgeport, Connecticut for four nights of music from Thursday, July 31 to Sunday, August 3.

New Gathering of the Vibes Videos Released!

New Gathering of the Vibes Videos Released!

Earlier today dozens of professionally-shot videos from last year’s Gathering Of The Vibes were posted to the festival’s YouTube channel. The clips include performances from Fishbone, The Revivalists, The Roots, Grace Potter & The Nocturnals, John Scofield Uberjam and more.

Which airports are closest to the venue?

Tweed New Haven Regional Airport — HVN — 22.9 mi (30 minutes to Vibes) Westchester Country Airport — HPN — 35 miles (45 minutes to Vibes) LaGuardia Airport — LGA — 54 miles (75 minutes to Vibes) John F. Kennedy International Airport — JFK — 61 miles (75 minutes to...

I am coming just for the day. Where do I park?

There will be several lots for Day Parking and each will have shuttle service to and from Vibes. When you get close to the venue, please follow the signs to the Day Parking Lots. No one should have to wait more than 15 or 20 minutes for a shuttle. Shuttles will run...

I want to leave Vibes on foot to get more supplies/food/beer.

You are welcome to leave site as you wish to get more supplies (On foot is a great choice, we also recommend local taxi-cabs, as leaving and reentering via car is prohibited). However, please keep in mind, we do not allow outside food, coolers or alcohol of any kind...

What about open-pit campfires, tiki torches, and chinese lanterns?

For everyone’s safety we cannot allow open-pit campfires, tiki torches or Chinese lanterns. You may, however, bring charcoal and/or propane grills and stoves to cook on. They must be accompanied by a fire extinguisher that is valid for 2015. Please see grilling...

What are my grilling and/or stove options?

Both charcoal and propane grills are permitted. All propane cylinders must be sized 20 pounds (5 gallons) or less and must be certified. All propane cylinders must be re-certified 12 years after manufacture date and every 5 years thereafter (see you local propane...

Does Vibes offer a discounted ticket City of Bridgeport employees?

Yes! Employees of the City of Bridgeport receive the exact same offer as Bridgeport residents. Please read the above description for the Bridgeport Resident Ticket. Employees must show their valid City of Bridgeport employee photo ID when they purchase their tickets...

I would like to select where I park my RV. How do I do that?

There are no reservations for specific RV locations. Once you get to Vibes, you will be directed to your RV space. Specific spaces may not be reserved ahead of time EVEN IF you have additional parking passes such as: Family, Boardie, Sober, or Handy Camping, etc. This...

What if my RV is under 25 feet long?

Important NEW guidelines for RV’s and & Tow Behind Campers and Trailers Due to Fire Department compliance & public safety concerns, the following vehicle types will require an RV Pass, and can NOT be parked in the regular campgrounds: • All tow-behind campers,...

I want to bring my RV or Camper, do I need an RV Pass?

Important NEW guidelines for RV’s and & Tow Behind Campers and Trailers Due to Fire Department compliance & public safety concerns, the following vehicle types will require an RV Pass, and can NOT be parked in the regular campgrounds: • All tow-behind campers,...

I’m thinking about going VIP this year. What does VIP include?

It includes so much! We streamline your arrival through a separate vehicle entrance with a fraction of the wait, catered lunch Fri-Sun in the VIP tent, free snacks, beverages and discounted beer throughout the weekend. Make yourself at home at the VIP tent, equipped...