5 Things To Know Before You Go To Tampa’s Breakaway Festival
One of the best parts about living in Tampa is the fact that there always seems to be something new to do. New places to visit, new events to enjoy, or new things to try. This weekend, Tampa has a new Festival coming to town where you can do all 3. So I made a list of the 5 things you need to know before you go to Tampa’s Breakaway Festival.
What is Breakaway Festival?
Breakaway is a live music festival that brings world-class DJs and electronic dance music to underutilized markets. The festival may be new to Tampa, but it actually debuted in Columbus, Ohio back in 2016. What was once one festival, has turned into a circuit of 11 festivals across the country with over 100,000 guests attending last year. Breakaway festival also comes at the perfect time with Sunset Music Festival recently announcing it would not be returning to Raymond James Stadium this Memorial Day Weekend. So tag out SMF, and tag in Breakaway!
How To Get Tickets
Tickets are still available for purchase on the Breakaway website, and if you use the code word “Richie Rich” you will receive a discount. You can choose from a single-day pass costing you $65 to a for 2-Day Ultra VIP ticket that costs $1,049. May seem pricey, but that ticket gives access to a viewing platform on the side of the main stage, drink and merch vouchers, and access to an exclusive guest lounge.
If bottles and tables are more your style, they have those available as well. It’s called the Space Deck and it comes with several perks. These packages include:
- Entry tickets
- Dedicated table and server
- Premium bottle service
- VIP Parking pass
- Dedicated entrance
- Private restrooms
Lineup And Set Times
Just like all other festivals, Breakaway’s lineup has something for everybody. For Friday, you can enjoy the likes of Acraze, Matroda, Ravenscoon, ROSSY and Said the Sky. The main draw to start the weekend will be headliners Illenium and Kaskade. On Saturday, the headliners will be Zedd and Sofi Tucker with support from Crankdat, Dion Timmer, Calcium, Moore Kismet, and TroyBoi just to name a few. There are a number of Tampa local artists playing all over the festival grounds as well. Don’t forget to check out the Silent Disco on Saturday at 5pm. There’s this new DJ “Richie Rich” that everyone needs to go check out ;).
Lineup Below:
Prohibited Items
- Large bags (14x6x14 or larger) (No bag with more than 2 zippers) (Subject to search upon entry)
- Professional Cameras and equipment
- Individual glow sticks
- Chairs (including foldable and lawn)
- Tents
- Aerosol cans, spray paint, pressurized cans
- Frisbees and sports balls (soccer balls, footballs, etc.)
- Air Horns
- Bottles (water or other)
- Selfie Sticks
- Remote-controlled aircraft or unmanned aircraft systems (drones)
- Weapons of any kind including, but not limited to, knives, pepper spray, stun guns, concealed weapons and firearms (Regardless of Concealed Carry Permit)
- Food or beverage of any kind
- Illegal drugs, substances or harmful chemicals
- Laser pointers
- Fireworks of any kind including, but not limited to, flares, smoke bombs, incendiary devices, and pyrotechnics
- Seat cushions with backs
- Video cameras
- Whistles
- Hover-boards
- Any item that can be used a s a projectile or deemed as dangerous
- No pets / Emotional support animals
*Items that are deemed to be unsafe, inappropriate, or are being used for purposes other than intended may be confiscated on site.
*Weapons – Zero Tolerance
Permitted Items
- CLEAR Smalls bags, purses (must be 14x6x14 or smaller, with no more than 2 zippers) (subject to search upon entry)
- Small bags 4.5″x6.5″ or smaller do not have to be clear
- Cigarettes (unopened packs only, vapes, juuls or other electronics smoking devices
- Prescription medications (will be checked at entry gates)
- Empty Hydration packs (MUST BE CLEAR)
- Get the official hydration pack for your upcoming Breakaway festival; these packs are trusted by over 50,000 attendees today! Approved by security, anti-theft to protect your phone, and keeps you hydrated all day long.
- Flags (no poles)
- Glowing/illuminated costumes or jewelry
- Hula hoops (including LED hoops)
Transportation And Parking
Just like any other event at Raymond James Stadium, there are several ways to park. If you would like to be proactive, you can make parking reservations with parkwhiz.com beforehand. Waiting till day-of? That’s fine. You can still use parkwhiz or try your luck with the local houses and parking lots in the area. Just make sure to bring cash. If you’re trying to party and not have to worry about driving, your best bet is to use a ridesharing apps like Uber or Lyft. Just make sure if you are, you call your ride well before the festival ends or you’ll waiting for them for a WHILE.
For any more information on Tampa’s Breakaway Festival check out their Festival Guide or go to BreakawayFestival.com/tampa.
Source: BreakawayFestival.com
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