
FESTIVAL FAQS
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BANGALORE OPEN AIR IS AN ALL-AGES FESTIVAL. HOWEVER, ALCOHOL WILL BE SERVED TO PEOPLE AGED 21 YEARS AND ABOVE IN ACCORDANCE WITH STATE LAWS.
FESTIVAL DATE AND TIME
SATURDAY, APRIL 01, 2023
GATES OPEN - 01.30 PM
CASHLESS SYSTEM
The complete sale of Liquor & Food at the festival is cashless. A top-up card will be given at the time of Check-in. There will be 2 TOP UP card counters at the festival. 1 At the security check zone & multiple top-up counters in the festival area. Rs. 100/- Will be charged for card activation.
VIP ADMISSION
VIP Entry is strictly reserved for festival invitees only. VIP Tickets are not for sale through any ticketing channels.
TRAVEL OPTIONS
BOA festival site is Located just 1 km from Yelahanka police station, right off the main road on a bustling state highway. Easy access to cabs, buses and other means of Transport
RE-ENTRY
There is no provision for Re-Entry at the festival. Rights of admission reserved.
TICKETING
The ticket collection and purchase box office is located at a convenient location within the premises of the festival site easily accessible to all.
Modes of payment accepted include Cash, Credit/Debit Card, UPI payments and support for multiple wallets.
TICKET AVAILABILITY ON SITE
Tickets will be available at the Box Office from 11.00 AM prior to gates opening on the day of the festival.
WRISTBANDS
Wristbands have to be availed from the Box Office. There will be no entry to the festival without a valid wristband. Each wristband grants access to one person into the festival arena. Entry without a wristband is not permitted. BookMyShow E-ticket to be exchanged at the BOX Office for the Bangalore Open Air Wrist Band.
ENTRY & SECURITY
Your safety is our top priority, along with a quick and seamless entry into the festival arena. Our experienced security management team makes sure of this, with your co-operation.
FOOD & ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES
Alcohol will strictly be served to people above the age of 21 years, a government-issued Valid ID card might be required to be shown while purchasing drinks at the festival. To cater to all your gastronomical needs, The BOA Food Court and a dedicated Beer Garden are located inside the arena.
PARKING
A dedicated festival parking zone with a capacity of 100 4-wheel vehicles is available opposite Royal Orchid Resorts.
PHOTOGRAPHY & VIDEO
Taking Photographs/Videos with a Mobile phone is allowed. DSLR Cameras & Other professional recording equipment are strictly prohibited at the festival.
PROHIBITED ITEMS (following items will be seized at security checkpoints before entry)
Aerosol products/cans
Cigarettes
Costumes that resemble public safety uniforms (police, swat, fire, security, or medical) in any way
Drones, remote-controlled aircraft, toys
Drugs or drug paraphernalia
Gas masks
Helmets
Bottles, glass, cans, cups or coolers
Illegal substances
Large chains or spiked jewellery
Large purses, bags or backpacks (over 12″×12″)
Laser pointers and air horns
Open packs of cigarettes (upon entry)
Outside Food or beverages (including alcohol and candy)
Pets
Professional photo, video, or audio recording equipment (no detachable lenses, tripods, big zooms or commercial-use rigs)
Stickers or flyers
Stuffed animals or dolls
Tents, large umbrellas, chairs or blankets
Toy guns, water guns, slingshots
Weapons of any kind (includes pocket knives, pepper spray, fireworks, etc.)