
Frequently Asked Questions
Venue Information & General Policies
You can find us at 754 Silica Rd NW, Quincy, WA 98848.
We recommend arriving early to reduce the heavy traffic and wait times prior to events. Please be prepared to wait 2-4 hours to get into the venue.
Please be patient, follow the instructions given by police and staff, as well as be respectful of our neighbors' properties.
Gate times vary, but are usually 90 minutes prior to show time. Please check the specific event page or our Know Before You Go page for exact timings.
Parking lots will generally open 2 hours prior to our scheduled gate time. We recommend arriving early to reduce the heavy traffic and wait times prior to events. Please be prepared to wait 2-4 hours to get into the venue.
ONLY small clutches, wristlets, or fanny packs no bigger than 6”x 9” OR clear plastic bags NO BIGGER than 12"x12"x6” will be allowed inside the venue.
Camelbaks/hydration packs are permitted with the restriction of 2 pockets max. No sewn-in packs are permitted, and they cannot be part of a large backpack. All hydration packs must be completely empty on entry to the venue.
All bags are subject to search upon entry. Guests have the right to refuse a bag search and the venue has the right to refuse entry. If you have any items that are not allowed into the venue please return them to your vehicle.
- Clear bags, clear backpacks, and clear totes no larger than 12" x 6" x 12"
- Small, non-clear bags and fannypacks - no larger than 6" x 9"
- Camelbaks/hydration packs with the restriction of 2 pockets max. No sewn-in packs are permitted, and they cannot be part of a large backpack. All hydration packs must be completely empty on entry to the venue.
- Vapes/Cigarettes must be sealed and unopened.
- Cameras – nonprofessional only, no detachable lenses
- Food – in a clear, 1-gallon Ziploc bag
- Water – Factory sealed, up to one gallon unfrozen per person OR empty reusable water bottle to fill inside*
- Non-aerosol sunscreen
- Blankets
- Hand held fans & misters - must be empty going into the venue
- Strollers with breaks are permitted only if a small child is present
*In high heat conditions, up to two (2) gallons of water are permitted per person. Check your email, our social posts, and the Know Before You Go page for specific details about what's allowed at your show.
- Drones
- Weapons of any kind
- Alcohol & Illegal drugs/substances
- Aerosol sunscreen
- Glass Containers and Cans
- Hard & soft sided/ large coolers
- Average sized bags/ backpacks; please refer to our Bag Policy
- Large or oversized bags/backpacks, such as luggage, duffel bags, or industrial/camping-sized backpacks; please refer to our Bag Policy
- Laser pointers
- GoPro style cameras
- Cameras with a detachable lens
- Animals (except service animals)
- Fireworks
- Flow Toys*
- Hula Hoops*
- Totems
- Glow Sticks*
- Inflatables (balls, furniture, etc)
- Outside lawn chairs & stadium seats
- Umbrellas larger than 36” (a small compact umbrella with no sharp point is permitted)
- Wagons
*Flow toys, hula hoops, and glow sticks will be permitted at certain shows. Check your show emails or our Know Before You Go page for specific information about your show.
When coming through our gates, please plan on security using metal detectors and/or a physical pat-down for our search procedures. All bags are subject to inspection. If you have a medical reason for not wanting to be searched via metal detectors, please ask to speak with a supervisor or one of our medical personnel and they will give you an alternative to our metal detectors.
The venue has a variety of delicious food and beverage options available for purchase. Please note that items and pricing are subject to change from event to event.
It's important to stay hydrated! Factory-sealed, unfrozen water bottles up to one (1) gallon* per person are permitted. Aluminum bottles and refillable plastic water bottles are permitted.** Refill your bottles and cups for free at the YETI water refill stations. Join YETI and Live Nation’s efforts to reduce waste and stay hydrated.
Camelbaks/hydration packs are permitted with the restriction of 2 pockets max. No sewn-in packs are permitted, and they cannot be part of a large backpack. All hydration packs must be completely empty on entry to the venue.
*In high heat conditions, up to two (2) gallons of water are permitted per person. Check your email, our social posts, and the Know Before You Go page for specific details about what's allowed at your show.
**This policy is subject to change based on artist requests or safety considerations.
The Gorge is stunning but remote—and the weather can flip fast. Bring layers, sunscreen, rain gear, and maybe even a blanket for after the sun dips below the Columbia River canyon. Wind can pick up, so if we delay the show just know it’s to keep everyone safe! It’s all part of the experience.
The show will go on rain or shine, unless it’s looking extra gnarly and there is dangerous lightning nearby. Stay tuned to our socials for any changes and sign up for SMS messages with your show keyword for important weather updates.
If you lose an item while you are at the event, please visit one of our Guest Services Kiosks, located in either the campground or venue.
Please direct any questions, comments, or concerns to gorgelostandfound@livenation.com.
Both the venue and campgrounds are cash-free. If you arrive without a debit card, credit card, or mobile pay, head to a Guest Services kiosk and they’ll exchange cash for card (for free).
Merchandise will be available for all concerts at our Concert Gear booths located throughout the venue. For Festival shows, there will be merchandise located throughout the facility and sold by various vendors.
All concert gear is property of the artist and the venue has no responsibility related to the craftsmanship or style of any merchandise. Please make sure you check that you have the correct size and there are no defects in the shirt before you walk away from the stand. The venue cannot assist with replacing or refunding any merchandise after the event has ended.
Gorge merchandise will be available for most of our concerts, you can find our merch located at our souvenir shop in the venue plaza.
The standard venue policy allows camera phones, disposable cameras, and small digital cameras. Any camera that has a detachable lens will be considered professional and not allowed in. If the camera lens zooms out of the camera more than 1 inch, it will be considered a professional camera and will not be allowed in.
NOTE: Some artists do not permit cameras so please check our Know Before You Go page for your specific show info to ensure that we will be allowing cameras in.
Lawn chairs are available for rent for most shows and must be turned in at the end of the event. Our rental chairs are 27.6” wide X 27.6” deep X 30.5” tall. No other chairs are permitted inside the venue. To rent a lawn chair in advance, click on the "UPGRADES AVAILABLE" dropdown on our upgrade page and select "Lawn Chair Rental".
The lawn is always first come, first serve. Guests may notice a row or seat number on their lawn ticket, but that is only used for tracking purposes by our box office. There are no assigned seats on the lawn.
Signs larger than 8.5" x 11" are not permitted, this is the size of a standard sheet of paper. Signs larger than this are not permitted due to the potential to block other guests' view of the performance. All signs must be appropriate in nature and not be a distraction to the artist.
The Gorge does not allow firearms or weapons of any description on our property. This includes our venue and campgrounds.
Local law enforcement officers are on site for every event and can assist if needed or requested. Venue management works closely with all appropriate emergency agencies and services to ensure that we are up to date on any dangerous weather or potential crowd-related issues.
In the event of a weather emergency, we will communicate with guests that are inside of the facility as well as guests on their way to the venue. Please follow our social media channels for the latest developments on event days.
It is illegal to smoke in all indoor public places and workplaces in Washington State.
While we do not restrict smoking on the lawn, if guests around you are complaining we will ask you to smoke in the plazas. We appreciate your cooperation.
Depending on the event, lockers may be available for rent during festivals. Please check your festival's site for more information.
For all non-festival events, there are lockers located outside the venue by the box office. Availability is limited. Please note, there is no re-entry, so items purchased inside the venue cannot be stored in these lockers.
Marijuana is not permitted at The Gorge. Many people now assume they are free to use marijuana following the recent changes in the law, but it is unlawful to open a package containing marijuana, or consume marijuana in view of the general public. A person who violates this law is guilty of a class 3 civil infraction – the use or display of marijuana at The Gorge is prohibited.
The Gorge Amphitheatre and Campgrounds have a zero-tolerance policy for any and all illegal drugs, and uniformed and no-uniformed officers patrol the grounds.
The Gorge offers a wide variety of alcoholic beverages for purchase during your time at the venue. You are not permitted to bring any alcoholic beverages into the venue. A valid and current Driver's License or State ID card is required to purchase alcohol, guests will be required to show ID every time they purchase.
Venue security and law enforcement are located throughout the facility to ensure a safe and secure environment. All security personnel are wearing white shirts and can assist with any questions or concerns. Please do not hesitate to contact our on-site staff if any assistance is needed.
Local law enforcement are on site for every event and are responsible for directing all traffic into the venue. On Duty law enforcement officers are the only individuals able to carry a weapon on our property. We do not allow conceal and carry weapons to be brought onto our property nor will we secure them.
Ticketing Policies
With mobile entry, your phone is your ticket. Your mobile ticket will be displayed on your phone to gain entry into the venue for your show. Tickets will NOT be emailed or available to print. Before you set off, download your tickets to your phone on the Live Nation app. More info on mobile tickets here.
Re-entry is not permitted at The Gorge except on selected festival events. Please check the official festival website for variances to this policy. Ensure that everything you will need for the event is brought in with you. If you do leave at any point in the evening you will not be allowed back in without a new ticket.
For all ages shows, children 2 and under do not require a ticket, but must sit on the parent's lap. Please check age restrictions carefully when purchasing tickets.
Security will accept US driver’s licenses, state IDs, passports, military ID, Merchant Marine ID, Tribal ID (not all accepted), and US Possessions issued ID. Security will also accept any foreign government-issued passport provided it has a photo, name, and date of birth on it.
Security will not accept consular identification or a foreign government-issued driver’s license other than Canadian Province issued driver’s license or identification card.
Cancellations will only occur in the event of severe weather, artist cancellation, or an act of God. In the event of a cancellation, local media will be notified and any information about a potential reschedule will be made available. Refunds will be available at the point of purchase.
Follow our social media for show updates:
Please report any lost or stolen tickets to Ticketmaster as soon as you are aware they are missing or destroyed. If a ticket needs to be reprinted during the event, guests can visit the box office and have their ticket reprinted for a fee.
Scalping or reselling tickets is strictly prohibited on the property of the venue. Any guest caught selling tickets on property will be turned over to local law enforcement.
The Gorge does not offer group ticket sales. If you have a large party that will be attending the show the only option would be to contact our Premium Seating Department at 206.802.3123. Premium Seating sells all VIP boxes, suites, and clubs at the venue that can accommodate larger parties than the standard ticket limit.
Our incredible space is the perfect location to host your next corporate event, private concert, conference, fundraiser or graduation. For more information about renting, please inquire about our private events here.
Parking & Transportation
Parking will generally open 2 hours prior to our scheduled gate time. We recommend arriving early to reduce the heavy traffic and wait times prior to events. Please be prepared to wait 2-4 hours to get into the venue.
Please be patient, follow the instructions given by police and staff, as well as be respectful of our neighbors' properties.
Parking Gates:
- Gate A (located on Silica Rd.): Oasis Campers
- Gate B (located on Silica Rd.): Day Parking, Star Parking, Star Plus Parking, Accessible Parking & Gold Campers
- Gate C (located on Silica Rd.): Plaza Parking
- Gate D (located on Rd. 1 NW): Standard, Terrace & Premier Campers
General Parking Guidelines:
- Parking will generally open 2 hours prior to our scheduled gate time.
- Day parking is available at the Gorge Amphitheatre at no additional cost.
- Designated day parking for patrons with accessibility needs is available. Please visit our Accessibility page for more details.
- Overnight parking is strictly prohibited. Any unauthorized vehicles on site prior and after an event will be towed at the owner's expense.
- Carpooling! We encourage all of our fans to be environmentally conscious and carpool whenever possible. Carpooling is fun and efficient way to travel.
Accessible Parking:
- Accessible Parking is located outside the main gates, enter through Gate B. You will need to have a valid and current accessible placard in order to park in this lot, but please be advised that parking is limited. Please visit our Accessibility page for more details.
There is no public transportation that goes to The Gorge, so please plan accordingly.
Rideshare companies may drop you off but we cannot guarantee a pick up.
Our concessionaire offers free fountain sodas to guests that commit to be the designated driver for their party. Please visit the designated driver booth at the Guest Services location to the right of the main stage.
No overnight parking is permitted in the venue parking lots. Any unauthorized vehicles on site prior to an event or after an event will be towed at the owner's expense. There is a campground available for overnight stays adjacent to the venue.
Accessibility Policies
The Gorge Amphitheatre strives to ensure that all of our guests have a great time at our venue. If you need additional assistance while you are here, please make sure you let us know. Learn about our accessibility options here.
Accessible tickets can be purchased online at gorgeamphitheatre.com. You do not need to call the box office to place an order as all of our accessible tickets are available through the website. Look for the ♿ logo on the Find Tickets page to view all available accessible seats. We do have accessible seating in every price range, but be advised it does often sell out. We have very limited seating available for guests on the day of the event so please make sure you purchase accessible seating when you purchase your tickets.
Accessible Parking is located outside the main gates, enter through Gate B. You will need to have a valid and current accessible placard in order to park in this lot, but please be advised that parking is limited. Please visit our Accessibility page for more details.
If you need to enter with prescribed medication to be taken during the event, we require that all medication be in its original container with a name that is verifiable with a photo ID. If you do not have a container with a name on it, we may request documentation that allows us to confirm the need for this medication as you enter the venue. Please only bring what is required for the duration of the event. We cannot store any type of medication. Over-the-counter medication must be in its original packaging.
If you have a condition that requires you to use a needle for medication while you are here, please do so in our medical center so the syringe can be properly disposed of.
In the event of an emergency while on site, there are trained paramedics to assist with any medical issues. First aid is located in the lower plaza, above The Gorge Grill, but any staff member with a radio can dispatch First Aid to the location needed. Local law enforcement officers are also on site for every event and can assist if needed or requested. Venue management works closely with all appropriate emergency agencies and services to ensure that we are up to date on any dangerous weather or potential crowd-related issues. In the event of a weather emergency we will communicate with guests that are inside of the facility as well as guests on their way to the venue.
We have ambulances on site throughout the duration of the event that can transport guests if needed.
The majority of Gorge restrooms are porta-potties, however the campground and venue do have Accessibility porta-potties as well, located at the bottom of the lower bowl.
If you need a sign language interpreter or other communication accommodations for an event—such as real-time captioning, assisted listening devices, or written materials—please submit your request HERE at least two weeks before the show, after you have purchased your tickets. This allows us time to coordinate the appropriate services for your event.
On the day of the show, if you would like assistance getting to your seat, please check in with Guest Services. We’ll be happy to introduce you to your interpreter or assistive service provider and help you get settled.
At The Gorge Amphitheatre, we have specific guidelines to ensure all guests, and their service animals are supported throughout their visit.
Service animals are defined by the ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act) as dogs or miniature horses that are trained to do work to perform tasks related to people with disabilities. The work or task the service animal is trained to do must directly relate to the person's disability. Service animals must be housebroken. Service animals are required to behave and not repeatedly bark, growl, jump up on or lunge at other guests or employees. Corrective action must be taken if the service animal is not behaving appropriately.
Dogs whose sole function is to provide comfort or emotional support do not qualify as service animals under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Comfort animals, emotional support animals, and therapy dogs are not listed as service animals under Title III of the ADA. This also applies to the other species of animals wild or domestic, trained, or untrained. The ADA requires the service animal to be under the control of the handler. This may include using a harness, leash, or other tether. Our venue employees are not required to provide for, the care, or supervision of a service animal, including cleaning up after it. Service Animals must remain on the floor and are not allowed on dining chairs or tables in our food and beverage locations. Live Nation and our operating partners have the right to deny access to a dog that disrupts our operations.