When does the Festival start and end?

The Thomas Perakos Performing Arts Center at The Frederick Gunn School will open for ticket holders 45 minutes prior to the first concert’s start time on Friday and Saturday.

Friday 7/26: Doors open at 5:15 PM for Friday Friend and Best Friend ticket holders, and 6:45 for General Admission.  Concert starts at 7:30 with an opening by LJC campers followed by Alexa Tarantino Quartet at 7:45

Saturday 7/27: Doors open for all ticket holders at 2:15 PM. Concerts start at 3:00 PM

Sunday 7/28: Doors open for the Brunch at 11:30 AM, Brunch begins at Noon – NOTE: AS OF 7/16, BRUNCH IS SOLD OUT

Where is the Parking?

FRIDAY:FREE Festival parking at The Washington Primary School located down the hill from the The Gunnery in Washington Depot. There will be a free shuttle provided to the Performing Arts Center at The Frederick Gunn School

SATURDAY:  FREE Festival parking at The Washington Primary School located down the hill from the The Gunnery in Washington Depot. There will be a free shuttle provided to the Performing Arts Center at The Frederick Gunn School

SUNDAY: FREE Brunch parking at Washington Primary School. A a shuttle The courtyard is a short walk away.

Best Friends of The Festival parking will be located directly on the Frederick Gunn campus along the stone wall at the entrance. Priority Parking Passes will be provided to Best Friends ticket holders.

Handicap parking accommodations will be made for those who need it.  We ask that you call the office to speak with a staff member to make arrangements in advance of the Festival so that we can best meet your individual needs.

Is there a parking fee?

No. Parking is free.

Are there food vendors?

On Friday and Saturday, there will be a food truck where attendees can purchase meals, small bites and drinks.

Are there craft vendors?

There will not be a craft fair this year.  However there will be an art exhibit on Friday evening and Saturday featuring the work of Festival favorites Steve Soklin, Danielle Mailer, and Steven Sussman.

Do I need chairs?

No, mainstage concerts are all held indoors in the brand new state-of-the-art, air conditioned facility.

Can I bring alcohol?

Sorry, no beer, wine, alcoholic beverages can be brought onto the property.

Can I take pictures?

Photography, recording, and videotaping are not permitted in the Performing Arts Center without prior press approval.

Can I get a refund?

All ticket sales are final, and refunds and exchanges cannot be made.

If you have any other questions please call us at (860) 361-6285 or email us.