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FAQ

Everything You Need to Know Before You Go
From tickets and parking to accessibility and what to bring, we’ve got answers to make your Outskirts Music Festival experience smooth and stress-free.

ONE EPIC DAY!

General Information

Where & When?

Q: When and where is Outskirts Music Fest?
A: The festival takes place on Friday, June 26, 2026, at the SaskTel Centre grounds (parking lot) in Saskatoon, SK.

Q: What time do gates open?
A: General gates open at 2:30 p.m.
For guests with early entry:
Gates open at 1:00 p.m. for VIP & Tier 1 (orange & yellow) and Denture Cottage Premium Lounge tents
Gates open at 2:00 p.m. for Tier 2 (pink & blue)

Q: What if it rains?
A: Rain or shine, the show must go on! Please check the weather before coming to the site and dress accordingly!

Poor weather conditions may force us to temporarily interrupt the event. We invite you to stay connected to our social media platforms for the latest information.

Festival SITE DETAILS

Q: Is there an age limit?
A: No, the festival is all ages. Children 2 & under do not require a ticket.

Q: What will the weather be like at the festival?
A: See the Saskatoon 7-day weather forecast here.

Q: I accidentally damaged or list my wristband. Now what?
A: Any tampered wristbands will not be allowed to access festival areas. A replacement wristband can be purchased at the guest services tent.

Q: Can you explain the difference in the tiers?
A: Tier 1 is closest to the stage. This is a general admission area only with specific perks. Lawn chairs are not permitted in this area.
Tier 2 – Reserved Seating (called ‘Floor’ on your ticket), this reserves you a specific seat for the whole day. Chairs are provided.
Tier 2 – GAT2 – This is a general admission area. Lawn chairs are not permitted in this area.
Tier 3 – GA – This area has both general admission and an area for lawn chairs (please bring your own).
Tier 4 – GAT4 – This area has both general admission and an area for lawn chairs (please bring your own).

Q: I have a general admission ticket, may I bring a lawn chair?
A: Yes, with Tier 3 & 4 tickets only.

Q: If I need to take a break or cool down, what’s available?
A: The site has bleachers (first-come, first serve) to get out of the crowds and the arena will be open for some air conditioning, additional concessions and washrooms.

Q: Are credit cards, debit & cash accepted? What about ATMs?
A: Yes, we accept all payment methods. ATMs are available inside of SaskTel Centre.

Q: Will there be a lost & found?
A: Yes. There will be a Lost & Found at the Guest Services tent. Please only give items you find to the Lost & Found directly.

Q: Will there be a misting station? What about shade?
A: Not a lot of shade the parking lot; however, there are umbrellas in the picnic area, plenty of air conditioned space within the arena and a misting tent in front of the arena.

Q: Can I get water on site? How much will it cost? Are there be free water refills?
A: Bottled water will be sold at concession and bar locations. There will also be free hydration stations at the Supplement World tent and water refill stations within the festival site and the arena. Guests may bring one factory-sealed, soft-sided bottle of water (up to 1L).

LOCATION & LAYOUT

Q: Where is the festival held?
A: The festival will be outdoors in the SaskTel Centre parking lot, transformed into a full-scale music venue with a huge main stage, food trucks, and picnic zone.

Q: Will the arena be open?
A: Yes! The arena will be open for additional restrooms, concessions, and a cool space to escape the heat or rain.

Q: Is there parking available?
A: Yes, paid parking lots are located near the festival grounds. Accessible parking and drop-off zones are also available. There are limited spots available. No free parking on-site.

Q: Can I use rideshare or get dropped off?
A: Absolutely! There are designated rideshare and drop-off areas for convenience.

Q: Is there a Park & Ride Shuttle?
A: Yes, and it’s free with your festival ticket. Details can be found here.

Q: Where can I park my RV or is there camping?
A: Sorry, there is no parking or camping for RVs or motorhomes.

ABOUT YOUR Tickets

Q: What ticket options are available?
A: We offer General Admission, VIP, and Parking Passes. VIP includes the best spots and exclusive perks.

Q: Can tickets be purchased at the festival site?
A: Yes, tickets will be sold at the festival site until 10PM.

Q: Is it possible to purchase an update?
A: Yes, a limited number of upgrades are available for purchase at the Guest Services tent near the main entrance.

Q: Are tickets refundable?
A: All sales are final. The festival runs rain or shine.


Policies

FESTIVAL OVERVIEW

Date & Location: Friday, June 26, 2026, SaskTel Centre grounds (parking lot), Saskatoon, SK.

All Ages Event: Children 2 and under are free with a ticketed adult.

Rain or Shine: The festival runs regardless of weather; no refunds for weather or artist changes.

No Re-entry: Once you leave, you cannot return.

TICKETS & ENTRY

Sales: All ticket sales are final. No refunds.

Purchase Safely: Only buy tickets from Ticketmaster.ca or the SaskTel Centre Box Office.

Wristbands: Required for entry; non-transferable and must be worn all day. Lost wristbands must be repurchased.

Entry Conditions: All guests subject to search; metal detectors in use.

Terms: Ticket is a revocable license; management may refuse entry or eject guests for rule violations.

GETTING HERE & PARKING

Location: SaskTel Centre festival site, 3515 Thatcher Avenue.

Transit: Free park & ride with your festival ticket and rideshare (Uber/Lyft) encouraged. See ‘Getting Here’ for more details.

Parking: VIP/Tier 1 ticket holders get complimentary parking in Lot F (one pass per order, pass must be presented). Limited paid parking available via Ticketmaster.ca. No parking without a pass.

Parking Lot Rules: No tailgating, RVs, tents, cooking, lawn games, or commercial activity. All local laws apply.

BAG POLICY
Allowed Bags
  • Clear plastic, vinyl or PVC bags no larger than 14″ x 17″ x 6″
  • Small clutches or purses not larger than 4.5″ x 6.5″ (not required to be clear for the festival, but must meet size requirements)
  • Fanny packs (not required to be clear for the festival, but must meet size limits)
  • Medical bags (subject to search; must be declared at entry)
  • Diaper bags (must be clear and meet size requirements; subject to search)
Not Allowed Bags
  • Backpacks
  • Large purses
  • Camera bags
  • Coolers
  • Duffel bags
  • Any bag exceeding 14″ x 17″ x 6″
Additional Notes

Bags not meeting these requirements will not be allowed inside the festival grounds. No storage is provided.

All bags are subject to inspection by security upon entry.

Only one bag per person is permitted.

Guests with medical or childcare needs should declare their bags at entry for inspection.

GETTING HERE & PARKING

Location: SaskTel Centre festival site, 3515 Thatcher Avenue.

Transit: Free park & ride with your festival ticket; public transit and rideshare (Uber/Lyft) encouraged.

Parking: VIP/Tier 1 ticket holders get complimentary parking in Lot F (one pass per order, pass must be presented). Limited paid parking available via Ticketmaster.ca. No parking without a pass.

Parking Lot Rules: No tailgating, RVs, tents, cooking, lawn games, or commercial activity. All local laws apply.

ONSITE SERVICES

Will Call: Located at Entrance 1 and Entrance 2.

Information Booth/Guest Services: At Entrance 1.

Lost & Found: At the information booth.

Medical Services/First Aid: Across from Entrance 1.

Merchandise: Festival and artist merchandise available.

FOOD & BEVERAGES

Policy: No outside food/beverages except one sealed water bottle.

Alcohol: Up to two drinks per transaction; ID required for purchase; service ends at posted times; no outside alcohol or leaving with purchased alcohol.

Food Vendors: Ecko’s Lechon, Pop’s Shawarma, BeaverTails Prince Albert, Kona Ice, 2 Lemons 1 Cup, Romiz Kitchen, Big O’s Mini Donuts, Al’s Kitchen, Chick-A-Lick, Prime Bistro, Wild Pies, Lt. Dans Ice Cream Shack and SaskTel Centre concessions.

Festival staff are trained in responsible alcohol management as mandated through the Government of Saskatchewan Serve it Right program. 

  • Alcohol sales will be limited to up to two alcoholic beverages per customer per transaction* 
  • All guests may be required to show government issued photo ID to purchase alcohol. Expired ID is not accepted without secondary ID.  It is recommended to anyone who regularly gets carded. *Please keep your photo ID on your person, as any staff person or member of law enforcement can ask to verify your age at any time. 
  • Guests shall not bring in alcoholic beverages from outside or leave with alcohol purchased at the festival. 
  • Alcohol service will come to an end at a predetermined time.  Look for posted signage at bar locations. 
  • Management reserves the right to refuse the sale of alcohol to any guest. 
  • Outskirts Music Festival reserves the right to deny entry to anyone who appears to be intoxicated. 
  • Guests must discard alcoholic beverages prior to exiting the festival grounds. 

It is the policy of SaskTel Centre and the Outskirts Music Festival to require all guests who appear to be thirty-five (35) years of age or younger to present a valid form of ID with proof of age to purchase alcoholic beverages at the venue. Guests in the possession of alcoholic beverages can be requested to produce identification at any time. Individuals who engage in the purchase of alcoholic beverages for minors or minors presenting falsified identification will be ejected from the festival and reported to Saskatoon Police Service. 

*On occasion the number of alcoholic beverages may be reduced to one. This is at the discretion of SaskTel Centre management. 

ACCESSIBILITY

Accessible Viewing: Accessible area in GA sections.

Some areas are not accessible for people with reduced mobility, but there are also alternative routes to make it easier to get around the site. Staff will be on hand to guide you, if necessary.

Medical Needs: Medical tent available; bring documentation for allergies/dietary restrictions.

Contact: For special accommodations, contact 306-975-3155.

LIKENESS POLICY

This event may be broadcast, recorded and publicized, and you may be filmed and/or photographed as part of the audience. By your attendance, you are granting your permission to be recorded for commercial purposes and agree to the following: being filmed, videotaped or photographed by any means; full use of your name, likeness, voice and words without compensation; specifically waiving all rights of privacy and/or publicity during the videotaping or filming and release The Outskirts Music Festival/ SaskTel Centre (Saskatchewan Place Association Inc., affiliate and subsidiary companies, and all of their respective agents, officers, directors, owners, parents, partners, affiliates, employees and consultants from liability for loss, damage or compensation for the use of your name, likeness, voice and words; and compliance with all rules and regulations of the event. 

SMOKING / VAPING POLICY

Smoking and vaping are permitted only within designated areas; use outside of these areas may result in removal from the festival grounds.

GUEST CODE OF CONDUCT

SaskTel Centre and the Outskirts Music Festival is committed to providing an enjoyable and safe environment for all guests to experience and exceeding your expectations with excellent customer service. When you attend the festival, you can expect first-class service, a safe and clean environment, concessionaires that serve a variety of quality food, and courteous and knowledgeable staff. 

 All event day staff work together to ensure your experience is a positive one. As a guest at the Outskirts Music Festival, you are expected to maintain reasonable and appropriate behavior at all times. Guests who fail to comply with the Festival Code of Conduct are subject to ejection. 

  • Guests shall be respectful of all other guests, fans, participants, referees, entertainers, athletes, arena staff and arena property. 
  • Guests shall not willfully or maliciously disturb a guest/employee with a loud unreasonable noise and shall not interfere in other guests’ enjoyment of the event (verbal or physical harassment). 
  • Guests shall present their purchased ticket when requested and sit in the ticketed seat location. 
  • Guests who drink alcoholic beverages shall do so in a responsible manner. 
  • Guests shall not smoke, vape or use tobacco products outside of the designated smoking area.
  • Guests shall refrain from using offensive language, making obscene gestures, throwing objects, and possessing prohibited items. 
  • Guests shall never enter the playing or performance area, or interfere with the event in any fashion. 
  • Guests shall comply with the direction and instructions of SaskTel Centre staff. 
  • Guests shall not sell tickets or merchandise on festival property. 
  • Any other conduct deemed by SaskTel Centre and the Outskirts Music Festival to be inappropriate to the peace and good order of events, or which may adversely affect the safety of persons or property, will be handled immediately by our staff. 

All Festival guests are expected to maintain reasonable and appropriate behavior at all times. Guests who fail to comply with the Outskirts Music Festival Code of Conduct are subject to ejection from the event/festival. We want all our guests and fans to enjoy their visit to the festival. If, at any time, you cannot enjoy the event to its fullest, please speak with any festival staff member. 

ALLOWED ITEMS
  • Hats
  • Sunglasses
  • Sunblock (highly recommended)
  • Bug spray (highly recommended)
  • Rain gear (no umbrellas)
  • One factory-sealed, soft-sided bottle of water (up to 1L, one per person)
  • Fanny packs (not required to be clear)
  • Non-professional digital cameras (no DSLR or removable lens)
  • Disposable/film cameras (non-professional)
  • Soft lawn chairs (GA Tiers 3 & 4 only; must be removed from bag for search; no walking around with chair)
  • Cell phones & charging banks (no chargers provided on site)
  • Prescription medication (in original bottle, with matching photo ID)
  • Required medical equipment (wheelchairs, oxygen bottles, etc.) Binoculars

PROHIBITED ITEMS
  • Glass containers
  • Umbrellas
  • Lawn chairs with canopies or sunshades
  • Outside food & beverages (except one sealed water bottle; up to 1L, one per person)
  • Drones, unmanned aircraft, remote-controlled vehicles
  • Alcoholic beverages & illegal substances
  • Animals (except service animals)
  • Bags (see bag policy)
  • Bottles, cans, thermoses, and other beverage containers
  • Professional cameras, DSLR cameras, or cameras with removable lens
  • Fireworks
  • Laptop computers
  • Radios
  • Laser pointer devices
  • Noisemakers
  • Promotional/advertising/sales materials not approved by the festival
  • Seat cushions larger than 15″x15″ or with armrests, zippers, pockets, flaps, or metal backs
  • Selfie sticks or poles
  • Video cameras, monopods and tripods
  • Weapons (knives, box cutters, firearms, etc.)
  • Coolers
  • Carts or wagons
  • Frisbees
  • Beach balls
  • Speakers