General

CAN I BRING A PRAM?

Yes, prams are permitted into the Festival Site and the Campgrounds for families to use when getting their kids around.

Please note however that the following items are not allowed into the Festival site or campgrounds: Skateboards, scooters, wagons, carts, rollerblades, roller skates, bicycles, electric bikes, electric scooters, quad-bikes, segways, hoverboards, self-balancing scooters or any personal motorised transportation.

WE'RE BRINGING OUR BABY, WILL THERE BE ANYWHERE I CAN CHANGE A NAPPY?

Yes, we understand that parenting never takes a break, even at a festival. Recharge and have some time out with your mini cowgirls and cowboys in our air-conditioned Parent Pod. Fitted with a baby change table, nappy bin and feeding chairs so you can look after them at CMC in comfort.

Due to the Festival’s sound amplification, we recommend that all small children attending the Festival wear appropriate ear protection.

I HAVE TO TAKE MEDICATION THROUGHOUT THE DAY, CAN I BRING IT IN?

Yes you can, but all medication (prescription or over the counter) must be declared on entry and may need approval by a Festival medic. Medication is allowed to be brought into the Festival Site, under the following conditions:

  • Medication must be in its original packaging and untampered.
  • Medication must be placed in a clear, resealable bag.
  • Medication must have proof of script.
  • It must only be the dosage for that day (for the Festival Site) or for the duration of your stay if you are camping (for the Campground).

All medication will undergo normal security processes upon entry to the Festival Site and/orthe Campground (as applicable).

WHAT CAN OR CAN'T BE BROUGHT INTO THE FESTIVAL?

Check out our Terms and Conditions for the full Prohibited Items List.

IS THE FESTIVAL LICENSED?

Yes, the Festival is fully licensed – please do not bring alcohol with you as it will only be confiscated and will not be returned, and the offending patron(s) may be ejected from the Festival Site / Campgrounds for the remainder of the Festival. Only alcohol purchased from the bars at the Festival may be consumed at the Festival Site. If you wish to consume alcohol, you must have a valid proof of age photo ID. You must be of legal age (18) years) to purchase and consume alcohol on the Festival Site. If you are found to be supplying or buying alcohol for a Minor, you will be evicted from the Festival/ Campgrounds and may be referred to Police.

DO UNDER 18's NEED A TICKET?

CMC Rocks QLD 2024 is an all-ages event. However, all children aged under 18 years of age (Minors) must be accompanied at all times in the Campground and Festival Site by a responsible adult, parent or guardian.

Tickets for Minors can only be purchased with an Adult (18+) Ticket. There are two (2) ticket categories for Minors:

  • Junior Ticket 4 Years – 14 Years: children who are 4 years and over (as at 19 March 2025) are to buy a Junior Full Festival Ticket, or a Junior Full Festival & Camping Ticket (as required).
  • Youth Ticket 15 Years – 17 Years: persons 15 years and over but under 18 years of age (as at 19 March 2025) are to buy a Youth Full Festival Ticket, or a Youth Full Festival & Camping Ticket (as required).
  • Children aged 3 Years and Under: Children aged 3 years and under (as at 19 March 2025) are admitted free of charge and do not require a ticket to gain entry to the Festival Site, Campgrounds or Camp Site.  

You will be required to present proof of age for all minors. A copy of a birth certificate is an acceptable proof of age.

All Adults (18+) must have valid proof of age photo ID to purchase or consume alcohol in the Festival Site. Digital licenses are accepted as a form of ID. You will need to open the app and login in to show security. Screenshots will not be accepted.

WHEN ARE PLAYING TIMES GOING TO BE RELEASED?

Playing Times will be released in 2025 when we’re closer to the Festival dates.

HOW DO I APPLY TO BECOME A FOOD VENDOR?

Food Vendor applications for 2025 are now closed.

HOW DO I APPLY TO BECOME A MARKET STALL?

Market Stall applications for 2025 are now closed.

CAN I BRING A CAMERA?

You can bring a personal digital camera. SLR cameras are okay. Professional photography equipment (e.g. telephoto lenses; any lenses over 20cm; any detachable lens) is not okay and will not be allowed at the Festival without Promoter-issued media accreditation. Festival staff will determine at their discretion whether something is professional photography equipment so if you’re not sure, then we suggest you leave it at home. Photos of artists and/or the Festival are permitted only on the basis that:

  1. Images are only used for private and personal use
  2. Images cannot be made available for sale / for charity and/or public display
CAN I BRING A CHAIR?

Unless otherwise notified, patrons will be able to bring their own chairs into the Festival Site as long as they are in compliance with the Festival’s Chair Guidelines (which will be released closer to the Festival).

Chairs are allowed in all areas except:

  • The semi-circular Chair Exclusion Zone in front of the Stampede and Rebel stages.
  • The Station VIP Bar.
  • Accessible Viewing Platforms.
  • Any additional areas included on the Festival Map (which will be released closer to the Festival)
WILL I BE ABLE TO CHARGE MY MOBILE PHONE?

Yes! Don't let a low battery slow you down! Stay connected and capture every moment by charging your devices at our convenient mobile charging station. Enjoy unlimited daily swaps and keep it forever.

Prebook with the team at Tha Plug here.

Pre-festival bookings: Single Day $30 | 3-Day Festival $80

ARE THERE CLOAKROOM/LOCKER FACILITIES?

Secure your belongings and enjoy the Festival worry-free with our locker facilities. Store extra clothing so you’re prepared for any temp changes during the day or night or keep your 2025 merch swag stashed away in a safe place. Bags, boots, hats and anything else you don’t want to carry around! Lockers are available during Festival hours Friday to Sunday and are located inside the venue near the main entrance.

Prebook your locker here.

Locker dimensions: 450mm D x 230mm H x 340mm W

Locker Fees: Presales will be $20 per day and Buying on the Day (pending availability) will be $25 per day.

WILL MY BAGS BE SEARCHED?

It is a Condition of Entry to the Festival Site and Campgrounds that a search of your possessions and / or vehicles be required at the time of entry to the Festival Site and Campgrounds. If you do not consent to such searches, you may be denied entry to the Festival Site and Campgrounds without refund. 

Any Prohibited items will be confiscated and will not be returned.

WILL THERE BE FIRST AID AT THE FESTIVAL?

Yes, there will be a First Aid area – refer to the Festival Map which will be available on the website closer to the date of the Festival. In the event of an emergency, please make your way to one of the emergency exits and follow directions from Festival Security and Team.

CAN I BRING MY ESKY WITH FOOD OR DRINKS INTO THE FESTIVAL SITE?

No you can’t. Willowbank Raceway and its outdoor concert area is a fully catered and licensed venue.

STRICTLY NO BYO FOOD OR BEVERAGE (including water) is to be brought into the Festival Site. 

Free drinking water will be available at numerous water stations and you can bring in unsealed EMPTY plastic or metal water bottles or plastic or foam cups.  

The Festival site will have plenty of yummy food options and prior to the Festival guide to all cuisines and dietary requirements covered by our Festival Food vendors will be published on this website.  

Please note, Food is allowed into the Campgrounds. No alcohol is permitted to be brought into either the Campgrounds or the Festival Site.

WHAT SORT OF SHOES DO YOU RECOMMEND I WEAR? CAN I WEAR STEEL CAPPED BOOTS?

The Festival Site is grass and bitumen/asphalt underfoot so we recommend you wear comfortable, flat shoes. You can wear steel capped boots. We strongly recommend you bring suitable shoes or boots for wet weather conditions. 

WILL PASS-OUTS BE ALLOWED?

Pass-Outs for Campers:

You may enter and exit the Festival Site and Campgrounds by the Festival operated shuttle bus during Gate Opening Times provided you keep your Wristband on at all times to gain entry back into the Festival Site / Campgrounds. You are only permitted to go by the Festival operated shuttle bus – all cars parked onsite must stay in place until the Approved Departure Times.

Pass-Outs for Festival Patrons:

Pass-outs will only be available in extenuating circumstances.