General Admission Ticket

• 19+ Event, ID required upon entry.
• All purchases are non-refundable, no exceptions.
• General Admission Tickets are valid for entry July 7-10, 2023 (dates subject to change).
• Main Gate and A Gate Hours (times subject to change): 
• Wednesday Entry Tickets: Wed. July 5: 12pm - 10pm
• Thursday Entry Tickets: Thurs. July 6: 9am - 10pm 
• General Admission Tickets: Fri. July 7: 9am - 1am 
• Sat. July 8: 9am - 6pm 
• Sun. July 9: 9am - 6pm 

No parking/camping is permitted on the road the night before gates open.

All vehicles will be searched upon entry. No alcohol, glass, or illegal materials are permitted. Full list of all prohibited items can be found in the FAQ section.

PLEASE READ CAREFULLY. BY PURCHASING OR USING THIS TICKET YOU ARE AGREEING TO THESE TERMS AND CONDITIONS.

Waiver of Liability

And 

Code of Conduct

Tickets and Passes

All tickets and passes are non-refundable. All credentials are the sole property of Bass Coast Festival. Bass Coast will not be responsible for lost tickets or passes and does not issue replacement tickets or passes. Bass Coast will not issue refunds for any reason, including if the event is terminated early or cancelled due to extreme weather, acts of nature, acts of terrorism or government regulation. Bass Coast will not issue refunds for any failure or inability to use tickets due to illness, positive Covid-19 tests, acts of God, public health crisis, government restrictions, travel-related problems, or other conditions beyond the control of Bass Coast Festival.  Please ensure that you will be able to attend the festival before purchasing your tickets. Your ticket is valid only for the year on your Bass Coast ticket.* Bass Coast reserves the right, at its sole discretion, to refuse entry to anyone without refund of ticket or pass.  All ticket holders must be 19 years of age and present two pieces of government-issued identification. Tickets and passes are a revocable license and may be revoked at any time, for any reason, without compensation.  Only purchase tickets from an authorized vendor or using the secure ticket exchange. Any ticket that has been duplicated or tampered with is invalid.

Bass Coast reserves the right to change the programming without notification. All tickets include camping in the general camping area(s). Re-entry will be charged at $20 per person. Local Merritt residents are exempt from this charge.

Event Cancellation*

If an Event is cancelled in its entirety for any reason, your tickets and passes will be deferred to the next Bass Coast Event of the same type for which your Credentials were purchased. If an Event is cancelled in its entirety for any reason, you agree that aside from obtaining a deferral credit for your Credentials, you will have no remedy against Bass Coast Festival (Bass Coast Project Ltd.), at law, in equity or otherwise, including, without limitation, for a refund of payments made, expenses incurred, or any actual, consequential, or punitive loss or damages of any kind, regardless of whether such loss or damage was foreseeable or Bass Coast was advised of the same. 

Prohibited Items

Guests and vehicles will be subject to searches prior to entry. Prohibited items include alcohol, drugs, glass, mirrors, weapons, flares, fireworks and pets (guide dogs are permitted with pre-registration). ). Full list of all prohibited items can be found in the FAQ section. Prohibited items are subject to seizure. The festival is not responsible for any confiscated items. 

General Info and Conditions

More detailed information is available on the Bass Coast website FAQ page.

Vehicles parked in marked fire lanes will be towed without notice to the owner.

Potable drinking water is available free of charge as of Wednesday at the Food Court and in the Forest.

No unauthorized vending is permitted. 

COVID-19 Information

Bass Coast Festival will continue to operate in accordance with provincial and local health guidelines and recommendations.

Bass Coast Festival tickets are non-refundable. By purchasing a Bass Coast Festival ticket, you are agreeing to our terms and conditions. In the event Bass Coast Festival 2023 cannot take place, all valid tickets will be moved forward one year.

Updates to Terms

Bass Coast reserves the right to make changes to the Terms as posted, so be sure to check back and review the Terms from time to time prior to purchase. 

Special Edition T-shirt

Design coming soon.

Pick up your T-Shirt at the festival.

This limited edition 2023 print will only be available by purchasing online.

Pick up: ID required that matches the name on the purchase.

All purchases are non-refundable, non-transferable, and no exchanges. No exceptions.

Sizing is UNISEX. Sizing will be chosen upon purchase.

Size Chart

Vehicle Pass

Vehicle passes are required for each vehicle entering the 2023 festival. $5 from every pass will be donated to a Merritt-based non-profit organization. Thank you for carpooling and supporting environmental sustainability.  

Pricing is as follows:

$59 Regular size vehicles (20’ and under) 

$79 Oversize vehicles and accompanying trailers (21’ and over)

*motorcycles are excluded

Vehicle Pass

Vehicle passes are required for each vehicle entering the 2023 festival. $5 from every pass will be donated to a Merritt-based non-profit organization. Thank you for carpooling and supporting environmental sustainability.  

Pricing is as follows:

$59 Regular size vehicles (20’ and under) 

$79 Oversize vehicles and accompanying trailers (21’ and over)

*motorcycles are excluded

Thursday Entry

THURSDAY ENTRY grants General Admission ticket holders access to the camping areas as well as limited access to the festival grounds starting at 9AM on Thursday, July 6th, 2023. In order to gain Thursday Entry, you must have a General Admission ticket and a Thursday Entry ticket. 

Thursday Entry grants access to the main festival field, The Cantina Stage, The Movement Studio, The Brain, General Store, Ice Store and select Food Vendors. The forest stages and forest area will remain closed until Friday, July 7, 2023 at 10am.

Glamping and Cabins ticket holders have access to purchase Thursday Entry tickets. 

Thursday Entry Tickets are valid for entry Thursday, July 6 2023 at 9am - 10pm

See full terms and conditions 

https://basscoast.tickit.ca/terms

Wednesday + Thursday Combined

Wednesday + Thursday Combined grants General Admission ticket holders access to the camping areas A, B, C, & Ventura starting 12pm on Wednesday, July 5th, 2023. In order to gain Wednesday Entry you must have a General Admission ticket and a Wednesday + Thursday Combined ticket.

The Ice Store and Camp B Satellite Store will be open Wed-Mon.

Wednesday Entry tickets do not allow access to the Glamping areas. 

The main festival grounds including the Forest and the Main Stage Field will be off limits.

Wednesday Entry tickets are valid for entry on Wednesday, July 5, 2023 at 12pm - 10pm

Drink TIckets

A new and improved drink ticket package. Pre-purchase a package of 12 discounted drink tickets to enjoy a beverage at one of our 4 Bass Coast bars. The menu features artisan cocktails & mocktails and a selection of beer & cider at all four bars.

Buy the package and enjoy one drink on us! (a savings of $7)

(1 drink ticket = Beer, Cider or Specialty Mocktail, 2 drink tickets = Craft Cocktail)

Bass Shuttle

Departure Route:

Friday July 7, 2023 morning pickup at Olympic Village Skytrain Station to arrive at the festival in the early afternoon. Bus will be fast tracked at the gate and drop off all passengers at the bridge in Campground C.

Return Route:

Monday, July 10, 2023 mid-day pickup at the bridge in Campground C with an evening drop off at Olympic Village Skytrain Station. 

Exact itinerary times to be released at a later date. 

Luggage space is limited to one large piece of luggage per passenger (max 50 lbs) and one small carry-on (ie. backpack, mini cooler).

Reserved Campsites

Book a reserved campsite and plan to camp with your friends. The best part about reserving a campsite is that you will know where to go and you’ll have guaranteed space for your group. Learn more about the options for reserved campsites below:

Campground A Premium Reserved Campsites: The premium sites are a numbered selection of riverfront or shaded sites with easy access to the festival and ample room for you to camp with friends. Know where you’ll go - all of the premium sites are numbered and you can select the specific spot you’d like to book.

Cost: $509 per site. All Campsite A sites are 18 x 40 feet. Suggested up to 8 people per site (2 steering wheels and 2-4 tents). All vehicles must fit on the site and require a Vehicle Pass.

Campground A Reserved Campsites: Campground A Reserved Campsites are located in the centre of Campground A. Know where you’ll go - all of the reserved sites are numbered and you can select the specific spot you’d like to book.

Cost: $449 per site. All Campsite A sites are 18 x 40 feet. Suggested up to 8 people per site (2 steering wheels and 2-4 tents). All vehicles must fit on the site and require a Vehicle Pass.

Campground A Double Wide Reserved Campsites: Campground A Double Wide Reserved Sites are located in the centre of Campground A. Know where you’ll go - all of the reserved sites are numbered and you can select the specific spot you’d like to book.

Cost: $899 per site. Double Wide Reserved Campsites are 36 x 40 feet. Suggested up to 16 people per site (4 steering wheels and 6-8 tents). All vehicles must fit on the site and require a Vehicle Pass.

Campground Ventura Reserved Campsites: Campground Ventura Reserved Campsites are located on the south end of the festival grounds and is a short walk to the main concert site. Know where you’ll go - all of the reserved sites are numbered and you can select the specific spot you’d like to book.

Cost: $449 per site. All Campsite Ventura sites are 18 x 42 feet. Suggested up to 8 people per site (2 steering wheels and 2-4 tents). All vehicles must fit on the site and require a Vehicle Pass.

Campground Ventura XL Reserved Campsites: Campground Ventura Reserved Campsites are located on the south end of the festival grounds and is a short walk to the main concert site. Know where you’ll go - all of the reserved sites are numbered and you can select the specific spot you’d like to book.

Cost: $509 per site. All Campground Ventura XL Reserved Campsites are 18’ x 55’. Suggested up to 12 people per site (3 steering wheels and 3-5 tents). All vehicles must fit on the site and require a Vehicle Pass.

Campground Ventura Double Wide Reserved Campsites: Campground Ventura Double Wide Reserved Campsites are located on the south end of the festival grounds and is a short walk to the main concert site. Know where you’ll go - all of the reserved sites are numbered and you can select the specific spot you’d like to book.

Cost: $899 per site. Double Wide Reserved Campsites are 36 x 42 feet. Suggested up to 16 people per site (4 steering wheels and 6-8 tents). All vehicles must fit on the site and require a Vehicle Pass.

Directions

Access to Campground A and Ventura is via Neilson Rd. Check in at A Gate.

Access to Campground B and C is via Midday Valley Road. Check in at Main Gate.

Vehicles and Tents:

All vehicles must fit on the site and require a Vehicle Pass to enter the festival.

Public River Access: There are multiple public river access points in Campground A to allow everyone access to the river.

Wednesday or Thursday Entry

Reserved Campsites are open beginning Wednesday, July 5, 12PM PDT. Anyone accessing the Reserved Campsites on Wednesday or Thursday must have a General Admission ticket and the appropriate early entry ticket(s).

Details

The first person to arrive must have the Reserved Site ticket in their name. We offer a ticket transfer option so that you can plan accordingly.
GO TO: https://basscoast.tickit.ca/transfers

NOTE: All patrons staying in reserved campsites must purchase a General Admission ticket. General Admission Tickets are not included in the Reserved Campsite price. All vehicles require a Vehicle Pass to enter the festival.

Grand Tents

Features:

• Heavy duty sealed and zipped groundsheet
• Waterproof canvas design keeps you dry in any weather
• Screened vents and windows for ventilation while keeping the bugs out
• Clean and comfortable bedding, including sheets, blankets and pillows
• Staff available throughout the festival to assist you with any tent questions or issues 
• In addition to tent rental is a $150 Damage Deposit 
• One (1) Vehicle Pass for regular size vehicles included
• $50 if guests opt to have 6 single beds

Deluxe Large

Features:

• Heavy duty sealed and zipped groundsheet
• Waterproof canvas design keeps you dry in any weather
• Screened vents and windows for ventilation while keeping the bugs out
• Clean and comfortable bedding, including sheets, blankets and pillows
• Staff available throughout the festival to assist you with any tent questions or issues
• In addition to tent rental is a $150 Damage Deposit  
• One (1) Vehicle Pass for regular size vehicles included

Large Tents

Features:

• Heavy duty sealed and zipped groundsheet
• Waterproof canvas design keeps you dry in any weather
• Screened vents and windows for ventilation while keeping the bugs out
• Clean and comfortable bedding, including sheets, blankets and pillows
• Staff available throughout the festival to assist you with any tent questions or issues
• In addition to tent rental is a $150 Damage Deposit  
• One (1) Vehicle Pass for regular size vehicles included

Small Tents

Features:

• Heavy duty sealed and zipped groundsheet
• Waterproof canvas design keeps you dry in any weather
• Screened vents and windows for ventilation while keeping the bugs out
• Clean and comfortable bedding, including sheets, blankets and pillows
• Staff available throughout the festival to assist you with any tent questions or issues 
• In addition to tent rental is a $150 Damage Deposit  
• If 3 people stay in the tent, there is an additional $50 charge
• One (1) Vehicle Pass for regular size vehicles included