Everything you need to know in preparation for the festival
General information
Festival Dates
Okeechobee Music & Arts Festival 2026 takes place from Thursday, March 19 – Sunday, March 22, 2026
The Venue
OMF takes place at the beautiful Sunshine Grove, located in Okeechobee, FL. Our address is 12517 NE 91ST Ave, Okeechobee, FL 34972.
Camping check-in
- Thursday, March 19: 9am–2am
- Friday, March 20: 8am–6pm
- Saturday, March 21: 8am–2pm
- Sunday, March 22: No camping admittance
Weather
The festival will take place rain or shine. Please keep up-to-date on weather reports and plan your attire and preparations accordingly.
Ages & Identification
All ages welcome
OMF is an all ages festival and children are allowed to attend. There is no minimum age to attend.
Children 10 years and under at the time of the festival may attend without a ticket as long as they are accompanied by a ticket-holding adult. The limit is 2 children per ticket-holding adult. Please bring a photo copy of either the child’s passport and/or birth certificate for proof of age. Children 10 years and under are required to have their Tag-Your-Kid wristband before heading through security and entering the festival.
Anyone 11 years or older will need to purchase a festival pass for admission. Anyone 18 or younger will need to be accompanied by a ticket-holding adult.
Alcohol policy
Those wishing to purchase or consume alcohol must be 21+ and present a valid photo ID.
Acceptable forms of ID
- Any US government-issued driver’s license or ID card containing a photograph and date of birth
- US or foreign government-issued passport containing a photograph and date of birth
- Foreign government-issued driver’s license/ID with color photocopy of passport (Not valid for 21+ wristband. To purchase alcohol, a physical passport or US ID will be required.)
- Temporary DMV documents proving you are currently renewing a license—ONLY if accompanied by passport or expired license
Unacceptable forms of ID
- School ID
- Consular ID
- Birth certificate
- Expired ID of any kind
- Photocopy of any ID (except as noted)
- Temporary DMV license without passport or expired license
Getting here
Getting to OMF is part of the adventure! Whether you’re road-tripping with friends or flying in from out of state, there are plenty of ways to make your way to Sunshine Grove.
Driving
Most people drive to the venue; we encourage carpooling with friends and making a trip of it!
Approximate driving times to Sunshine Grove (Okeechobee, FL):
- Miami → 2.5 hours
- Fort Lauderdale → 2 hours
- West Palm Beach → 1.5 hours
- Orlando → 2 hours
- Tampa → 3 hours
- Jacksonville → 4.5 hours
Flying
For those traveling by air, several major airports are located near the venue:
Nearest Airports:
- Palm Beach International (PBI) → ~50 miles
- Orlando Melbourne International (MLB) → ~85 miles
- Orlando International (MCO) → ~100 miles
- Fort Lauderdale–Hollywood International (FLL) → ~120 miles
- Miami International (MIA) → ~140 miles
Relevant FAQ's
Will there be rideshare services available?
While Uber, Lyft, and other rideshare services are technically available, they should not be relied upon. There will be a dedicated ride share lot on site, but be prepared that the availability is very limited in the surrounding area.
What if my ID is lost or expired?
Security will accept expired ID cards ONLY if it is also accompanied by DMV renewal documentation. If your ID was lost or stolen, you must bring a government-issued interim license, a government issued non-driver ID card, military ID, or a passport.
Can I use a consular ID or foreign driver’s license?
Consular IDs are not considered acceptable identification. Foreign government-issued driver’s licenses are acceptable with a photocopy of a passport. A foreign government-issued passport will work on its own.
What is the re-entry policy?
There is no re-entry to the festival. Once you have entered the festival grounds, you will not be allowed to leave and come back in. Please plan accordingly.
If you forgot camping supplies, ice, snacks, or other things, please visit one of our General Stores, which are stocked with a variety of everyday needs!
Is there free parking?
There is no free parking – only camping options at this time. Please check back later for our extremely limited day parking options for those who are local to Okeechobee.
