FAQ
Last updated: May 25, 2022
*subject to change
GENERAL INFORMATION
Dates: May 26-30, 2022
Hours: Hours of operation are:
Thursday 2:00pm-11:00pm.
Friday, Saturday, Sunday 12:00pm to midnight. Doors: 11:00am.
Monday 1:00pm-10:00pm.
Location: Big Four Station Park, Jeffersonville, IN 47130
Schedule: click here.
Tickets: available online here. Walk up tickets always available at the box office.
Map: See below.
PARKING
Parking is readily available around Jeffersonville. There are plenty of free parking spots and lots all around Jeffersonville, including:
Colston Park - recently paved, behind TownePlace and Colston Condos
Here is a link to a Google map to navigate to a few parking locations.
SHUTTLE
The shuttle runs from the Radisson Hotel to Big Four Station Park only and will drop off just outside the entrance on Chestnut and Pearl Streets.
Schedule:
Thursday, May 26: 1:00-11:00 PM
Friday, May 27: 11:00 am to midnight
Last Shuttle at 12:30 am
Saturday, May 28: 11:00 am to midnight
Last Shuttle at 12:30 am
Sunday, May 29: 11:00 am to midnight
Last Shuttle at 12:30 am
Monday, May 30: 12:00 pm to 11:00 pm
ACCESSIBILITY
The site is very walkable and accessible. For patrons with limited mobility, the best drop-off location is directly in front of the site at Pearl and Chestnut Streets. There are no steps to enter the site. There is a wheelchair-accessible restroom. Accessible parking spaces for the festival are at Colston Park off Maple Street at Mulberry. Purchase weekend parking on our ticket page.
BOX OFFICE/ENTRANCE
The box office/entrance is in the same place as 2021, on Pearl and Chestnut. It is right at the foot of the walking bridge lets out into Big Four Station Park, so it's great if you are walking over from Louisville.
STAGES
If you came last year, our main stages are reversed this year. Stage A is closer to the Walcott and A2 is closer to the flag pole facing it.
The site essentially has two sides to it: North and South
The main stage on North is A, and on South is C.
Stage B is the tent stage on the other side of the walking bridge from the box office.
Stages A and A2 alternate, Stages C and D alternate.
Stage E is Rachel's Strawberry Field, a small singer-songwriter stage (similar set up to Penny Lane at the Park)
Is the festival for all ages?
Yes, the festival is appropriate for all ages. Kids 20 and under are included free with each ticket order.
What COVID Guidelines will be in place, if any?
The event is still happening, May 26-30, 2022.
Read our full COVID Guidelines here.
What should I bring?
A mask to wear in line or when you want to
Hand sanitizer
Lawn chairs
Strollers
Blankets
Sun hats
Sunscreen
Bug Spray
Rain gear
Small umbrellas to block the sun or rain (be considerate of who is seated behind you)
Empty, refillable plastic bottles
Your ID if you plan to drink
A positive and fun-loving attitude!
What items are prohibited?
No coolers, picnic baskets, cans or bottles
No alcohol or glass, no flasks or any container alcohol can be added to
No pets, except Service Animals
No bikes
No skates, balloons, beach balls, hula hoops
No selfie sticks
No on site unapproved advertising or vending
No drones
No smoking
No weapons
We reserve the right to refuse entry or deny items you may be carrying that are not listed above.
We further reserve the right to refuse entry to patrons we deem to be under the influence of excessive alcohol or stimulants or otherwise misbehaving.
We reserve the right to eject any patron who is purposefully and willfully not conforming to reasonable health and social distancing protocols.
We do not store prohibited items, if security disallows an item, you must leave it somewhere else.
What if it rains?
As always with outdoor events, it may rain. Come prepared with your rain poncho, hat, or umbrellas. Or just dance in the puddles.
If there is lightning you must leave the site and we will close for at least 20 minutes.
There are no refunds or makeup dates. If a day gets rained out, your ticket can be used the next day.
What sustainability efforts are you making on site?
We are adding more recycling bins on site with signage to help people sort their recycling and garbage.
This year, we are adding water refill stations around the park to cut down on plastic bottle usage.
Also, the bands and crew backstage and in our backstage commissary will use paper cups with water refill coolers in lieu of water bottles to cut down on plastic bottle usage.
If I leave for part of the day, can I come back?
While re-entry is permitted, you still must go thru a full security check each time you return.
What about reserved seating?
If you have a Reserved wristband, you will get a seat in the Reserved seating section of Stage A and Stage C.
Times vary each day:
Stage A is reserved starting at:
Friday @ 6pm
Saturday @ 5pm
Sunday @ 5pm
Stage C is reserved for the following shows:
Friday: The Newbees & Gavin Pring (George Harry’s Son)
Saturday: The Newbees & Jukebox Beatles
Chairs are first come, first served.
Where can I put my lawn chair?
Please space out your lawn chairs as best as you can in the grass areas.
No lawn chairs permitted in the marketplace Pavilion.
Where can I use Beatles Bucks?
While Beatle Bucks are not sold during the festival, you can collect your pre-purchased Beatles Bucks from the box office. They are valid at all food, beverage and merchandise locations and can be used to buy next year’s tickets at the box office.
Will I be able to dance?
Yes please!
Will there be vegetarian, vegan or gluten-free food options?
Yes, we will have options for vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free people.
Will there be free water?
There will be complimentary water refill stations at the festival site. Refillable bottles will be allowed but must be empty upon arrival. The temperature of the complimentary water cannot be guaranteed to be cold.
Additionally, cold water will be available for sale.
What happens if the festival is postponed or cancelled?
Every effort will be made to present Abbey Road on the River in 2022. If one day is cancelled due to rain, you can use your ticket the next day.
Are there shuttles from the hotels?
Yes, shuttles run to and from the Radisson only and are handicapped accessible.
Can I walk over the Big Four Pedestrian bridge to access the festival?
Yes, it is easy to park on the Louisville side of the bridge and walk over to Big Four Station Park.
Are dogs allowed?
For the safety of everyone, dogs and pets are not allowed on the festival grounds. They are permitted in areas outside of the festival.
Service animals are welcome.
What kind of mobility devices are allowed at Abbey Road on the River?
Wheelchairs and three, or four, wheeled scooters will be permitted. Only patrons with mobility impairments are permitted to use wheelchairs or similar vehicles. Absolutely no public golf carts will be allowed.
If you need additional accessibility assistance, please contact us at arotr18@gmail.com with any special requests or questions prior to the event.
Where can I get tickets for Abbey Road on the River in 2023?
Find out when we announce Abbey Road on the River 2023 on May 25-29, 2023 by signing up for our email list below!
More questions? Contact us.