Rothbury Festival

[mjm71]

Hey there,

 

Anyone here ever heard of or been to the Rothbury Music Festival in Rothbury, MI? I don't know much about it, but an interesting line-up is shaping up (see the link below). I was just wondering if there was any info out there regarding: the scene, duration of performances, quality of venues, quality of camping, etc.

 

http://www.rothburyfestival.com/festival/artists.php

 

-thanks in advance,

marty

[ppizzle]

Yeah, I've been every year, here is all you need, just typed it up

 

1) WHEN CAN WE ARRIVE? WHEN DO WE HAVE TO LEAVE?

 

ROTHBURY will begin allowing Cars and RVs into the venue on Thursday, July 3 at 8:00 am. Please do not arrive to the site before then, you will be turned away.

 

All vehicles and persons must exit the venue by Monday, July 7 at 1:00 PM

2) WHAT IS YOUR RE-ENTRY POLICY?

 

We ask that you come prepared to keep your car parked at your campsite throughout the festival. However, for those who need to exit the festival grounds, please know that your car will be subject to search upon re-entering the camping area.

3) CAN I LEAVE ON FOOT AND RETURN?

 

The nearest shopping is miles away and walking is discouraged.

4) IF I AM STAYING OFF SITE, CAN I LEAVE AND COME BACK?

 

If you are staying off site, you will be able to come and go throughout the weekend. You must park in Day Parking. Each time you return, your vehicle will be subject to search.

5) WILL YOU BE POSTING SET TIMES IN ADVANCE? WHERE CAN I FIND EXACT SET TIMES?

 

Set times will be posted on this website as the festival date approaches.

 

The event schedule will also be posted throughout the festival grounds. Please take the time to explore ROTHBURY, as there are some things happening that will not be posted, and will be exciting to find on your own.

6) HOW HOT WILL IT GET IN THE DAY AND HOW COLD WILL IT GET AT NIGHT?

 

Historically, the town of Rothbury receives very little rain during the month of July, and temperatures hover around 65 - 80 degrees F during the day, 55 - 65 degrees F during the night. But please come prepared for all kinds of weather.

7) I'M A PHOTOGRAPHER. WHO DO I ARRANGE A PHOTO PASS THROUGH?

 

All photo and press credentials will be issued by Madison House Publicity. If you are a member of the press on assignment and are looking to request a photo pass, please email publicity at rothburyfestival dot com.

8) ARE YOU HIRING PEOPLE TO WORK OR VOLUNTEER AT THE EVENT?

 

We have Work Exchange opportunities, for our Green Team, Site Operations, and more. Visit the Tap In section on this website for Work Exchange Program details. We are also hiring locally to fill various on-site positions. Visit the Local Community section of this website for for-hiring opportunities.

9) CAN I PASS OUT FLYERS INSIDE THE VENUE OR OUTSIDE THE VENUE ON FESTIVAL GROUNDS?

 

No, there is no unauthorized solicitation on the grounds or in any of the parking lots/camping areas.

10) WHAT TYPES OF VENDORS WILL BE ON HAND?

 

There will be a variety of food/beverage and crafts vendors throughout the festival site. Food vendors, which will include organic and vegetarian options, will use only compostable serving materials.

11) CAN YOU SEND ME INFO ON BECOMING AN ARTS/CRAFTS OR FOOD VENDOR AT ROTHBURY?

 

You can get a vending application by e-mailing vending at rothburyfestival dot com.

12) I LOCKED MY KEYS IN MY CAR, MY CAR WON'T START. WILL THERE BE A TOW TRUCK OR AAA ON SITE?

 

You can find help for your car at the ROTHBURY information booths located at various points within the campground. Check your festival map for exact locations.

13) IS THERE ANYTHING ELSE I SHOULD KNOW?

 

We ask of you: follow the instructions that are given out, follow the signs to the parking areas, be kind to your neighbor, and come prepared for a weekend of fun.

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1) CAN I BRING MY KIDS? DO THEY HAVE TO PAY?

 

Children

[mjm71]

Thanks ppizzle. That was certainly a detailed response, however, it doesn't really answer the questions:

 

How many stages are there? (e.g. at Bonnaroo there are two large concert fields, two big tents, two smaller, but still big tents, and numerous other stages).

How much time to the artists get? (e.g. at Bonnaroo Wilco got about 90 minutes).

How many people attend this thing? (a rough estimate would be fine - more than 50K?)

What is the scene like? (Are there Nazi-like security guards sneaking through the camp ground / concert venues or is it live-and-let-live?).

 

I'm trying to decide if I want to shell out $200 for this fest. It's close to home (chicago) and although I don't much care for DMB, there are several acts I'd like to see (again) - Primus, Goggol Bordello, Zappa Plays Zappa, Black Keys, Tea :eaf Green, Beth Orton... to name a few.

 

Any additional info would be greatly appreciated.

 

-later,

marty