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Parking & Shuttles at Imagine Festival Pro Tips

Sommer — Wed, 08 Sep 2021 18:02:00 +0000

What You Need to Know:
Parking & Shuttles For Imagine Festival

With the move to a new location for 2021, Imagine Music Festival is breaking out all the stops to ensure that attendees are able to get to the farm quickly and safely. They’ve finally shared the details regarding transportation for the event! In this post, we’re breaking down all the information for you all so you know exactly what to know about parking and shuttles at Imagine Festival. Make sure you fully prepare for the event with my all encompassing Imagine Music Festival Survival Guide!

Parking Options

There are a few different ways to ‘attend’ Imagine Music festival. Some attendees are camping, others are only arriving for Imagine single-day passes, and others are staying in the Imagine hotel takeovers! This means there are several different options available to attendees and selecting the right one is very important. Parking lots are available close to the venue for attendees to utilize as long as they purchase a parking-pass. Parking passes are also a great way to get creative with the limitations presented when you decide not to camp!

Who Should Purchase These Options?

Attendees who are not camping next to their car (AKA: You did not purchase a car camping ticket)
Those who purchased 'tent only' camping
Anyone that is carpooling and camping next to someone else's car in the grounds
Attendees who are driving multiple cars and staying in hotels, that would like to have a safe location to store extra gear and merch purchases throughout the event without the hassling of coming and going with an uber or shuttle
Anyone who's purchased a single-day or multiple single-day passes

On-Site Parking

This is the closest lot to the grounds and allows attendees access to their cars throughout the entire event for all four days. This is ideal for those of you who are not camping next to your car specifically, or whom are tent camping. This is also ideal for those of you staying at hotels, but who want to have access to store and grab important items throughout the event without returning to your hotel.

Cost: $149+fees

Upper Bay Parking & Shuttle

This lot is farther away from the main venue and does require attendees to take a quick 5-10 minute shuttle ride to and from the event. This is an ideal option for attendees that don’t plan on returning to their car frequently, or who are camping with another group. Options are available to purchase single-day and four-day tickets. This is not an ideal location to cart your gear to-and-from as you DO ride a shuttle with typically has limited space.

Cost: $129+fees (4-day)
Cost: $39+ Fees (single-day)

Shuttles & Schedule

For those of you that aren’t going the camping route, there are shuttle options available! According to the schedule, they run about every 90-minutes. There is an important call out here- the shuttles only start return trips at 11:00pm- 2:00am. Plan accordingly. For those of you that are going to try and go longer, we’ll talk about ride shares and drop-off/pick-up locations in a moment.

Who Should Purchase These Options?

Anyone who isn't camping within the festival grounds
Anyone who plans to stay very late, the unity one way departure hotel shuttle is for you! (it can be very hard and expensive to get a lyft/uber late).
Those of you who are staying in hotels, AirBnBs, etc.

There are four available shuttle routes that attendees can choose from. Make sure to pay for the proper parking if you park near a shuttle location & don’t park in the hotels. THEY WILL TOW YOU. For those of you that are attending the pre-party on Thursday and want to shuttle, you will need a SEPARATE pass.

LOCATION OPTIONS:

La Quinta Douglasville (1000 Linnenkohl Dr, Douglasville, GA 30134)
Fairfield Inn & Suites (7775 Ella Ln, Fairburn, GA 30213)
Atlanta Airport Marriott (4711 Best Rd, Atlanta, GA 30337)
Courtyard by Marriott Atlanta Airport South (2050 Sullivan Rd, College Park, GA 30337)
Union City (address TBA)

Shuttle Options

Round-trip hotel shuttle (3-days) – 79$
One-way shuttle pass, departures only (3-days) – 49$
Thursday Shuttle Pass, round trip (1-day) – 35$
4-Pack Shuttle Passes (3-days)– 300$

RIdeshare, Uber, & Lyft

With the new venue, the Imagine team has taken the forethought to create a designated space for rideshare services to arrive and drop off! This is a huge game changer because the end of the night scramble can be really crazy! These are ideal options for those of you who are staying at the hotels but maybe don’t need a shuttle pass. Disclaimer: high surge rates and limited drivers in the area there may be unexpected long wait-time or difficulty getting a RETURN TRIP home. I go into all of the nitty gritty details about the pros and cons of hotels and camping at festivals all over on my Youtube– make sure you give it a watch!

Clearly- there are some great options available for attendees to make their trips as easy as possible! However, for those of you that are planning on camping, make sure you head over to my Bonnaroo security and car checks post- although it’s for Roo, Imagine is VERY similar!

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The Best Rave Shoes for Imagine Music Festival

Sommer — Sun, 05 Sep 2021 15:43:00 +0000

The Best Rave Shoes for Imagine Music Festival

Every festival has its own tips and tricks to help attendees thrive and survive- which means that shoes are no different! So, I’m sharing the best rave shoes for Imagine Music Festival 2021! After 4 years of attending all different types of festivals (Raceways, Farms, Cities, Baseball Stadiums, etc.) I’ve realized there is definitely an art to picking the right shoes for your outfit, but also for the environment that you’re going to be in!

Imagine Music Festival is at an all new location for 2021! This means there will likely be a lot more walking compared to previous years. Make sure to wear comfortable shoes so you’re able to easily get to and from the venue. As of now (09/05) there have not been any announcements of transportation inside the grounds!

Platforms

In full disclosure, I might be a little bias towards Dr. Marten’s platforms. I’ve been buying these shoes since my first rave in 2017 and I couldn’t imagine any other shoe riding with me through these crazy events! The shoes are endlessly comfortable, wear tremendously well, and are always in style. There are other stores that have a great platform that I also highly recommend checking out: Roc Boots, Koi Footwear, LaModa. Although they are an investment, my ones from 2017 are still alive and kicking! It’s all about how you care for and maintain them.

These beauties are my tried and true rave boots. Although currently deadstock- here are some alternatives that are slightly similar! However, if you manage to find a pair, beware of the weight of the shoes themselves- they can be a little heavy. If you buy them, I recommend wearing them around for a couple weeks prior to the event so you’re not exhausted lugging them around!

If the tall boots aren’t for you, these are the next best option! Dr. Marten’s has quite a few different ‘size’ options on their platforms. Although, I’ve found this is a great size and pair for beginners and seasoned platform wearers alike. The Bex Smooth Platform boots match any outfit!

A new addition to the Dr. Marten’s platform lineup, the platform sandel, but a heater none-the-less. If you’re looking for a shoe that keeps your feet breathing and comfortable, while also looking cute & stylish- these are the ones for you! The soles are soft, but firm, and the straps are smooth so you don’t have to worry about blisters!

Sneakers

Clearly- this is an option that we all should be entertaining when planning festival looks. Sneakers are always a clear choice- especially for locations like Imagine where you’ll be doing quite a bit of walking. That doesn’t mean there aren’t some amazing sneaker out there for you to rock the shit out of though! Here are my top 3 favorite sneaker options that you should consider for Imagine Music Festival this year.

Platform sneakers are always a great option for events! Not only are they comfortable, but it’s nice to have the extra inches when you’re in the crowd! I always opt for something that’s going to last the longest and I’ve found those are always Naked Wolf. Something I always say, quality over quantity.

A great option if you’re looking for practicality and comfort! Vans are always a reliable, and solid, choice for any festival. Since Imagine’s new grounds are 9+ acres, make sure you have something comfortable!

Sandals

Having a trusted pair of sandals at any event is essential! These should always be your go-to when you’re walking around the campsites or just wandering through the grounds. There are tons of different options available, but there are clearly a few that I personally have found are far superior to others! But truly- the aim is to have something convenient and easy.

Chacos are a large fan-favorite when it comes to the festival world. Not only do they have a ton of different style options (although I personally prefer slides) and they have TONS of colors. These babies will conform to your foot-structure & have an amazing heel padding. These require little ‘prep’ work to break them in and tend to be a more affordable option compared to Birks.

If you’d prefer to have something that’s a little more ‘attached’- then Teva’s are the route for you! They have not only THE comfiest platform for your feet (IMO) but their straps are also VERY foot friendly. Although I would recommend a little prep work with these babies before the event just to make sure you avoid blisters in new areas that you aren’t use to having straps rub.

Birkenstocks are a shoe option that every festival goer should have in their closet. They are insanely comfortable and completely adhere to the shape of your feet the more you wear them. Although I highly encourage anyone who has them to properly break them in prior to taking them to an event!

Having the right pair of shoes for a festival is always an essential and the decisions of ‘which’ shoes you pack should be an important one! Imagine Music Festival is moving to a new location for 2021 which means more space and MORE walking. Don’t be a victim of uncomfortable shoes on the first day of the event- especially if you’re planning on attending the pre-shows on Thursday! Make sure you prepare fully for Imagine with the Imagine Music Festival Survival Guide. I’m sharing all of my favorite tips and tricks so you can thrive and survive.

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How to Buy Imagine Music Festival Tickets

Sommer — Thu, 27 May 2021 11:34:53 +0000

How to Buy Imagine Music Festival Tickets

Buying music festival tickets can be so overwhelming and Imagine Music Festival is no exception. So I’m sharing exactly how to buy Imagine Music Festival tickets! Festival websites are slightly confusing (or there’s just so much information) how do you digest? So I’m sharing all the tricks to know exactly which ticket and camping pass you need for Imagine 2021.

What is Essential?

Clearly, with every festival you need to make sure you have the right passes to not only camp/park, but also GET INTO the actual music venue! Clearly, your festival outfits are second, but we’ll get there later. To successfully buy Imagine Music Festival tickets, you’re going to need one festival ticket per person AND one camping ticket per car.

Festival Ticket

To get access into Imagine’s main music venue, attendees will need to make sure that they have ONE festival ticket per person. You will need it every day of the festival- so don’t give it away, take it off or lose it!

Camping/Parking Ticket

There are two ways to get into the grounds of Imagine- with a car camping pass or day parking pass. Parking passes are available for daily entry for those of you who don’t want to camp. For those of you who do (which I highly recommend), there are couple different options. Check out the breakdown below for more info!

GA

The most entry level ticket anyone can purchase is going to be a GA festival ticket.

This festival ticket grants to wearer only access into the actual music venue for all three days of the event. You will still require a camping ticket in addition to this festival ticket to get access into the campgrounds for your car.

Tickets Status: Tier 4 – $329 (before fees)

(Tiers 1-3: sold out)

GA Bundles

Another advantageous (and highly recommended) way to get festival tickets is via bundles. Imagine offers several different ones that include camping, however, most are already sold out for 2021. However, in the future, they’re a great way to save some extra money or get additional freebies (like extra camping passes, gear, etc.)

bundle options:

2 Pack GA Bundle – Tier 2 – $639
2 Pack GA Bundle with Camping – Sold Out
4 Pack GA Bundle – Sold out
4 Pack GA Bundle with Camping – Sold Out

VIP

Standard VIP Passes are the next ‘level’ in the festival ticket hierarchy.

VIP tickets include all the same amenities as GA and include some additional perks (clearly). Imagine VIP tickets include express entry into the venue, exclusive viewing areas, lounge and VIP services, AND private VIP trailer restrooms.

Tickets Status: Tier 4 – $499 (before fees)

(Tiers 1-3: Sold Out)

GA

Camping tickets are the next most important item to have for the festival. New for Imagine 2021 is that camping passes are only required per car!

If you’re not interested in camping with your car, that’s okay! There are tent only options, companion camping, and RVs!

GA Camping Options:

GA Car Camping – $149
- 20×20 spot for your car (enough space for your car and 1-2 tents depending on size)
GA Tent Only Camping (for 2) – $99
- 10×15 spot for you and your tent (no space for your car)
Companion (GA) Camping – $59
- Companion passes are for those camping groups with more than two people. Although the site says passes aren’t required per person, they absolutely are.

VIP

Essentially the same deal as GA tickets, however, VIP grounds are typically closer to the venue entrances with a few extra amenities.

Another important point, you do need to have a camping wristband per person.

bundle options:

VIP Car camping (for 2) – $399
- 20×20 spot for your car (enough space for your car and 1-2 tents depending on size)
Companion (vip) Camping – $99
- Companion passes are for those camping groups with more than two people. Although the site says passes aren’t required per person, they absolutely are.
4 Pack GA Bundle with Camping – Sold Out

Deluxe

With most festivals, there’s always an option to upgrade the camping experience! Imagine offer’s those interested different camping options through their vendor partner Unity Travel.

Although these options do tend to cost a little more, they definitely afford you the luxury that you don’t typically get when you’re camping.

Single Qube – $999

Double Qube – $1999

Group

If you’re rolling with a large squad, then group camping is where you need to be! At Imagine, these spots are for groups of 5-10 that are all interested in camping together.

Group camping at Imagine is only VIP, which means those in the group will have access to the VIP grounds and amenities. At great addition to the group package at Imagine is that Thursday early arrival is included!

Group Camping :

30×30 camping spot
5-10 VIP wristbands
Two car parking spots
Thursday early arrival

RVs

RVs are such an experience, so if you have access to one, I highly recommend bringing it! Not only do they offer all the normal amenities of home (bathroom, shower, kitchen), but they are also the spot to go once the festival starts to ‘end’.

There are always a couple different options when you RV and Imagine has those:

VIP RV Rentals – $5399

RV With Power – $1599

RV Without Power – $599

Add Ons

For those attendees that want to add some more fun to their tickets, add-on’s are the perfect option.

At Imagine, most everything is included in your ticket. However, if you’re looking to join the fun a day early, then you’ll need to make sure and purchase an early arrival add-on. And of course, they’re per person. So plan accordingly.

Thursday early arrival – $69

Hotel Takeovers

Hotel takeovers are always a huge part of festivals, especially for those attendees that are able, interested, or willing to camp for multiple days. Another perk, the festivals shuttle pickup and drop off locations are at these hotels! Oh, and did I mention this means that the enter hotel is ONLY festival guests? How rad- I know. So go make some friends!

For Imagine, there are two available hotels that are providing Imagine Takeovers:

La Quinta Inn & Suites: Sold Out

Fairfield Inn & Suites: $169

Hotel Partners

If you’re looking to extend your trip, or just want to stay somewhere a little less rowdy and more quite, check out one of the festivals hotel partners. These locations offer flexible check-in and out dates, however, don’t offer a shuttle pickup and drop off location.

Holiday Inn Express – $143

Buying tickets to festivals doesn’t have to be a daunting experience! Using this information, and my trusty tips buy Imagine music festival tickets with confidence. Oh, and save some extra money while you’re at it if you’re able to bundle! As we continue to get closer to the event, make sure that you keep learning about Imagine Music festival with the best festival content and exclusive festival tips when you join the Hackers List.

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Learn About Imagine Music Festival

Sommer — Thu, 08 Apr 2021 12:51:28 +0000

About Imagine Music Festival

Imagine Music Festival (IMF) has been held in Georgia since 2015. This highly diverse event boasts not only a totally immersive experience, but also a totally diverse lineup. Learn about what you should expect if you plan on attending this amazing event!

Bouckaert Farms

When: September 17-19th, 2021

Genres: EDM (House, Techno, Riddim, Dubstep, & more)

Imagine Music Festival is a 3-day, music and camping event based in Georgia since 2014. This makes it one of the longest-going festival in Georgia. IMF has previously been housed at the Atlanta Motor Speedway, but for 2021 they’re picking up shop and moving to a new location! Outside of providing a totally immersive experience for attendees, they also are known for the diverse, and IMO awesome, lineups that grace their stages annually.

About the (new) Location

As previously mentioned, Imagine Music Festival for the past several years has been housed at the Atlanta Motor Speedway, however, for 2021, the location is moving. Talks of moving the event started in 2019, so it’s exciting to see those talks come to fruition! We can expect things to be a little cooler this year versus being in the middle of the Speedway. Not to mention, there’s going to be so much more space.

Bouckaert Farm

The new home of Imagine Music Festival is one that most EDM lovers likely area familiar with. Bouckaert Farms was the home of TomorrowWorld before it cancelled the event after it’s 2016 bankruptcy announcement and 2015 weather debacle. The new venue location is a major upgrade from the Atlanta Motorspeedway- going from 900 to 8,000 acres.

According to the co-founders of the event, Maddy and Glenn Goodhand, there are several huge takeaways that moving to Bouckaert Farms will present for IMF. Mainly, the total immersion in nature and art. For those of you who haven’t attended Imagine in the past, the festival is known for creating amazing art structures and experiences for their attendees, so the extra space is going to be put to good use.

What’s the Vibe?

IMF is an immersive festival that brings to life their “Aquatic Fairy Tale” theme. Outside of just creating decorations and art that bring this theme to life, IMF also boasts four stages that also bring to life their fairy tale theme. Expect to see even crazier outfits, characters, and art installations this year!

Outside of just having an amazing play-ground to immerse yourself in for three-days, the people are a huge bonus! The IMF crowd ranges from demographic, age, etc. You’ll always see someone different no matter where you look.

Camping At Imagine

With the move to the new location (and promise of improved infrastructure), camping at Imagine is going to be an amazing experience! The new location at Bouckaert Farms promises tons more space (8,000 acres to be exact- in comparison to the 900 they had at the AMS). When discussing the new camping location with the AJC, co-founders of the event share sneak peak ideas of camping in forests and pathways through the trees! Of course, you can also expect art installations and totally immersive experiences (per IMF standards)!

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Imagine Music Festival is Back for 2021!

Sommer — Mon, 05 Apr 2021 12:00:00 +0000

Imagine Music Festival is Back for 2021

After a long year, the woes of a missed festival season are finally being shaken off! Imagine Music Festival is giving us a reason to dust off our dancing shoes by announcing the ~official~ 2021 event and lineup! Check out what you can expect for this year (more to come in the official lineup review). Get ready for 3 amazing days and 2 nights spent in a totally immersive world this September 17-19, 2021.

For 2021, Imagine is taking out all the stops for their Imagineers. Not only is the lineup beyond impressive (which is saying something) but the plans they have in store for the event this fall are going to be like no other.

The Imagine team took the plunge around this time last year (April 2020) announcing that they were officially moving into a new venue for the 2021 season and onward. This was an anticipated moved after discussions for the new grounds started in 2019, so we’re all excited to see what they have in store for us! Now that they’re moving to the former TomorrowWorld location, I think we can expect an immersive experience like no other.

About Imagine Music Festival 2021

Per the usual Imagine Music Festival (IMF) standards, the lineup for 2021 is full of cannot miss artists. Needless to say, the schedule conflicts are going to be outrageous. But let’s be honest, we’ve all missed this feeling!

Outside of just the amazing headliners that they’ve added, the supporting artists are also hardly supporters. A great part of IMF is that they always boast a well-rounded event giving everyone something to groove to. 2021 is going to be no exception. With artists on the ticket ranging from Excision, to Illenium, to Fisher, to Walker & Royce. There’s going to be a little something for everyone at Imagine Music Festival this year.

Outside of just the lineup, you can also catch a special Kaskade set at the day pool party! It’s one you’re not going to want to miss. Get inspired by totally immersive experience, amazing festival fashion, and even better vibes!

How to Buy Tickets

If the lineup wasn’t enough to make you want to purchase Imagine Music festival tickets (which are going quick), then the promises and hints of what’s to come should. Outside of just the idea of a new venue, the venue is going to be full of magic and whimsy! So, make sure that you’ve got your tickets on lock if you’re wanting to go. Tickets can be purchased here, and payment plans are available to boot!

This is only just the beginning! There are some amazing things coming for 2021, and Imagine needs to be on your radar. Make sure you’re subscribed to the Hacktivity report to stay in the loop when new content gets released. Learn about Imagine Music festival in the dedicated survival guide!

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Parking & Shuttles at Imagine Festival Pro Tips

What You Need to Know:Parking & Shuttles For Imagine Festival

Parking Options

Who Should Purchase These Options?

On-Site Parking

Cost: $149+fees

Upper Bay Parking & Shuttle

Cost: $129+fees (4-day)Cost: $39+ Fees (single-day)

Shuttles & Schedule

Who Should Purchase These Options?

LOCATION OPTIONS:

Shuttle Options

RIdeshare, Uber, & Lyft

The Best Rave Shoes for Imagine Music Festival

The Best Rave Shoes for Imagine Music Festival

Platforms

Sneakers

Sandals

How to Buy Imagine Music Festival Tickets

How to Buy Imagine Music Festival Tickets

What is Essential?

Festival Ticket

Camping/Parking Ticket

Tickets Status: Tier 4 – $329 (before fees)

(Tiers 1-3: sold out)

bundle options:

2 Pack GA Bundle – Tier 2 – $639

2 Pack GA Bundle with Camping – Sold Out

4 Pack GA Bundle – Sold out

4 Pack GA Bundle with Camping – Sold Out

Tickets Status: Tier 4 – $499 (before fees)

(Tiers 1-3: Sold Out)

GA Camping Options:

GA Car Camping – $149

GA Tent Only Camping (for 2) – $99

Companion (GA) Camping – $59

bundle options:

VIP Car camping (for 2) – $399

Companion (vip) Camping – $99

4 Pack GA Bundle with Camping – Sold Out

Single Qube – $999

Double Qube – $1999

Group Camping :

VIP RV Rentals – $5399

RV With Power – $1599

RV Without Power – $599

Thursday early arrival – $69

La Quinta Inn & Suites: Sold Out

Fairfield Inn & Suites: $169

Holiday Inn Express – $143

Best Western Plus – $149

Learn About Imagine Music Festival

About Imagine Music Festival

Bouckaert Farms

About the (new) Location

Bouckaert Farm

What’s the Vibe?

Camping At Imagine

Imagine Music Festival is Back for 2021!

Imagine Music Festival is Back for 2021

About Imagine Music Festival 2021

How to Buy Tickets

What You Need to Know:
Parking & Shuttles For Imagine Festival

Cost: $129+fees (4-day)
Cost: $39+ Fees (single-day)