How do I buy tickets?
Tickets are available on the Salt & Smoke & Sound website.
Can I bring alcohol?
No alcohol may NOT be brought into the park. Beer, hard ciders, and other beverages will be sold at the festival.
Can I bring my own food?
Food will be sold on-site and outside food is not allowed to be brought into the park.
Can I bring a cooler?
Coolers are not allowed at the festival unless needed for breast milk or medication and will be checked for alcohol and outside food which are prohibited.
What other items are not allowed?
Weapons and drugs of any kind.
Where do I park?
The primary paid parking is located off New Hope Church Rd (entrance opposite Strayhorn Lane).
Overflow parking sites will be utilized as needed once primary parking is full. Free shuttle service will be provided.
Vendors and other participants should follow the directions to Participant Parking provided in their email info packet, and enter at the Park Entrance off Highway 86
Can I bike to the festival?
Yes, bike parking is available along the split rail fencing in the circle drive at the main festival entrance off Highway 86.
Uber and Lyft dropoff locations?
Use “4215 NC-86, Chapel Hill, NC 27514” as your location.
Can I bring my pet?
No animals, other than trained assistance animals, are allowed on site during the Festival
Is the festival disabled accessible?
There is ample parking available on site for vehicles displaying disabled placards. The accessible parking area is connected via a fine gravel path to the Festival site. The pathway is relatively level, and the gravel path allows access to the stage viewing area.
Where can I stay?
The Orange County visitor bureau maintains a great list of avaialble lodging options.
Is camping available?
No camping is available at Blackwood Farm Park.
Where can I find...?
A festival map will be posted on this website for an overview once all participants are finalized.
At the Festival, stop by the Info Booth in the Big Barn with any questions!
Can I participate as a...sponsor, food truck vendor, or volunteer?
Yes! We welcome any level of involvement from interested parties
Please email hello@saltsmokesound.com if you are interested in participating
What is the performance schedule?
The stage Performance Schedule is posted on the Music tab on this webpage.
Will there be vegan/vegetarian food available?
Yes! Several vendors offer vegetarian and vegan offerings!
Can I bring a chair?
Yes, camp chairs and picnic blankets are encouraged. Umbrellas or other items that might block the view of other attendees are not allowed. Please be considerate of other attendees when setting up your chairs.
Where is Lost and Found?
Lost and Found is located in the large barn, inside the Info Booth.
Where is the Information Booth?
The Festival Information Booth is centrally located in the large Barn in the middle sof the Salt & Smoke & Sound site.
What if it rains?
Salt & Smoke & Sound will be held rain or shine.