Whether you're a first time fest-goer or a seasoned Granfalloon veteran, this page will help you prepare for all the granfalloonery that is in store!
If you’re planning a trip to beautiful Bloomington, Indiana, for the festival, check out Visit Bloomington for a list of great places to visit, eat, and soak in the culture of Indiana's coolest city!
Purchase tickets today at buskirkchumley.org
A ticket is required to enter the fenced stage area at Switchyard Park.
Tickets will be available for purchase through The Buskirk Chumley Theatre. Purchase tickets today at buskirkchumley.org
Tickets can be purchased online or in-person at the Buskirk Chumley Theatre's box office on Kirkwood Ave.
TICKET TYPES
GA- Lawn: General Admission access to the Switchyard performance lawn. (lawn chairs and blankets permitted.)
Pit – Standing: For the super-fan! Pit tickets provide front and center stage area access
VIP: The comfort option! VIP side stage tickets provide access to the side stage lawn areas near the stage and the following upgrades: Stage view with shade, Dedicated entrance, Early entry, Two complimentary drink vouchers, Access to VIP bar and premium food options, VIP restrooms. (lawn chairs and blankets permitted).
ENTRY:
General event entry will be from the west side of the PERFORMANCE LAWN located near the shelter on the west of the stage. Please have your tickets ready and available to scan in upon arrival.
RE-ENTRY:
Re-entry to the performance lawn will be permitted with a wristband. You will receive the wristband at the time your ticket is scanned. No Alcohol will be permitted outside the fenced area.
BAGS:
Bags cannot be larger than 13” x 15” – clear bags encouraged! Security will check bags and ensure food/beverage and safety guidelines are followed. Guests may not bring bags larger than 13”x15”, signs, noisemaking items, weapons, hard objects, chairs, or other items that will detract from the performance.
FOOD & DRINK:
Outside food and drinks are not allowed into the concert area with the exception of plastic water bottles or drinks poured into plastic cups purchased at the event. Lids should be removed from water bottles. (no projectiles)
PURCHASING ON-SITE:
Cash and card will be accepted by most venders. Onsite ticket sales will be card only.
LAWN CHAIRS & BLANKETS:
Lawn chairs and blankets are permitted into the performance lawn area but should be used in non-crowded spaces.
RESTROOMS:
Ticketholders will have access to restrooms located to the west of the performance lawn.
DOGS/ANIMALS:
There are no animals allowed in the venue unless they are a service animal.
The Granfalloon @ Switchyard Concert Series takes place outside at Switchyard Park and as such all sidewalks have ramps for those in need. Visitors who use wheelchairs or mobility devices are welcome to use the accessible pavers immediately in front of the Main Stage as a seating area during performances and programs. Follow our Main Stage Concert signage for accessible seating options. If you need other accommodations made or have questions, please visit our Home Base Tent during the festival or email us at ahcounc@iu.edu.
More information about Switchyard Park accessibility can be found here: https://switchyardpark.com/park-information/accessibility/
If mobility challenges might prevent you, a friend or family member from fully enjoying Granfalloon, we encourage you to make use of free mobility device loans from our community partners, the Mobility Aids Lending Library and the Monroe County Public Library. The Mobility Aids Lending Library loans larger items such as manual wheelchairs, power wheelchairs and electric scooters from its location at First Christian Church at 205 E. Kirkwood Avenue. Smaller items like walkers, rollators, canes and crutches may be checked out through the Monroe County Public Library located at 303 E. Kirkwood Avenue.
For any further accessibility accommodation needs and inquiries, please email our staff at ahcounc@iu.edu.
We will have first aid available during the concert series. A standby EMS station will be present at Switchyard Park.
Please see staff, volunteers and signage for more information at the festival.
The B-Line goes right through the heart of Switchyard Park! It begins at Adams Street and ends at Country Club Drive giving concert goers from all sides of town the opportunity to use this public resource.
For folks interested in walking, check out our partners like Hopscotch Coffee and Friendly Beasts along the B-Line offering special Granfalloon themed drinks!
Switchyard Park is equipped with several bike racks ready to securely store your bike during the Granfalloon Concert Series. Plus, the first 100 folks to bike will recieve a free food voucher from one of our food truck partners.
For a comprehensive and interactive bike map, check out the Visit Bloomington website.
Parking options at Switchyard Park will be limited, lots around the park will be available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Below is information regarding campus and city bus transportation-- maps are included on this website but you can also download the Double Map app and select IU Campus Bus Service or Bloomington Transit to see real-time bus updates and route information!
Campus Bus Service
The IU campus bus is a bus service that spans throughout campus using various routes. No IDs, passes or fares are required to ride.
Bloomington Transit
The city of Bloomington also has a bus service that you can utilize for a small fee. Fare information and passes can be purchased here. All Bloomington transit route maps can be found here.
