What can I bring to Vortex?

You may bring into the festival:

  • One (1) small bag per guest. All bags are subject to search.
  • Clutch bags 4.5x6.5 or smaller that have a single over the shoulder, or cross-body strap that are made of a canvas, nylon, or leather material are permitted. Chain straps are not allowed.
  • All other bags must be clear plastic, vinyl or PVC, not exceeding 12x6x12. No buckles, grommets/hardware or décor can be concealing any part of the bag. Under no circumstances can an employee 'hold' any prohibited bag or property.
  • Empty reusable water bottles: Hard plastic, aluminum, metal, or steel bottles/containers (no single-use plastic bottles or glass)
  • Non-flammable containers of sunscreen or bug spray
  • Empty, single pocket hydration packs.
  • Any necessary prescription medications should be in the original prescribed bottle with a label that must match the name on your ID
  • Service animals that are trained to assist an individual, in accordance with the ADA guidelines (pets and emotional support animals are not allowed)

 

You may not bring into the festival:

  • Outside alcohol, drinks or food
  • Attendees are banned from bringing balloons, inflatables, confetti, streamers or loose glitter through Security, as they irrevocably become sources of micro-litter. Attendees are allowed to enter with small quantities of wearable cosmetic glitter.
  • Glass bottles
  • Single use plastics
  • Backpacks or large purses
  • Chains, chain wallets, or spike jewelry
  • Bicycles, skateboards, skates, hoverboards, Segway’s, electric scooters, or one wheels
  • Chairs, stools, or any type of seating with metal
  • Glow sticks
  • No poles, sticks or “totems”
  • Air horns
  • Signs larger than a standard piece of paper
  • Hula hoops, poi or any other item that is swung or thrown. 
  • Coolers
  • Drugs or drug paraphernalia
  • Strollers
  • Pets or emotional support animals
  • Weapons of any kind (guns, ammo, knives of any size, tasers, pepper spray/mace, etc.) This also applies to off-duty law enforcement and concealed carry permits.
  • Umbrellas of any size
  • Walkie talkies, or two-way radios
  • Laptop computers or tablets
  • Drones or unmanned aerial vehicles
  • Professional cameras, flash cameras or video and audio recording equipment, or camera poles
  • Large full face masks, including headdresses
  • Lasers or pointers
  • Metal aerosol containers, including sunscreen, pepper spray, bug spray, or spray paint (non-flammable are permitted)
  • Flashlights
  • Flammables (fireworks, explosives, road flares)
  • Flyers, samples, giveaways, or promotional items
  • Additional items may be prohibited at the discretion of law enforcement or security officials.