VIP
Where do I sit?
The VIP Party Pit is standing-room-only. Between sets, relax with seating in the private VIP area. No chairs or blankets will be allowed in the VIP Party Pit.
What do I get with my VIP ticket?
You'll get access to the closest parking spots, VIP exclusive toilets, a no-host bar with the only hard alcohol on the fairgrounds plus beer and wine, access to the VIP Party Pit in front of the stage, VIP seating area between sets or when you just need a break, VIP credential and lanyard, and a catered meal for dinner. For full details including menu, visit our VIP webpage.
Seating
Where do I sit?
All tickets to Party in the Dirt are General Admission, meaning you can find a seat in our grandstands or join the standing-room-only Party in the Dirt!
Can I save seats?
Because of the free-flowing nature of the event, we ask that you not save seats. Mix it up, make new friends!
Can I sit in the dirt?
For safety reasons, sitting or laying down is not allowed in the arena. No chairs or blankets will be allowed in the arena.
Is accessible seating available?
Accessible Seating is located in the first rows of the grandstand. Seats are not assigned and are available on a first come first served basis.
Ticket Pricing
Why does it have $60 crossed out?
Since our remaining three acts are a mystery, we're offering a limited-time discount so you can save! Prices go up as we announce additional artists and approach fair-time. Full-price tickets will be $60.
What does my General Admission get me?
In-and-out access to both the standing-room-only arena and grandstand seating. Be sure to get your hand stamp when they scan your ticket and restamp regularly! Guests 21+ will have access to an exclusive beer garden in the arena.
When will prices go up?
Prices may increase at any time. Subscribe to our email and follow our social media to stay up-to-date and receive notice of any price increases.
Lineup
Who's playing?
So far we've announced Canaan Smith & Tenille Townes. Three additional acts will be announced closer to the show.
Set Times
Amenities
Where can I buy food?
There are numerous options for food just outside the grandstand and throughout the fairgrounds.
Where can I buy alcohol?
There are two beer gardens: one in the dirt arena and one outside the grandstand. VIP guests will have access to a private full no-host bar.
Where are the restrooms?
Restrooms are located south of the grandstand adjacent to the horse barn and north of the grandstand at the carnival entrance.
Additional Activities
What else is there to do?
Your Fair Gate Admission gives you access to a variety of free shows around the grounds and access to the cutest farm animals...and even exotic ones! Be sure to say hi to our sloth!
Is there a beer garden?
Party in the Dirt will feature a beer garden in the arena, as well as an additional beer garden outside the grandstand area. VIP guests will have access to a private full no-host bar.
Getting Here
Is there parking?
Limited fair parking is available at $10 for the day, no in-and-out privileges. Off-site parking is available at no charge with complimentary shuttle service to the fairgrounds. Each pair of VIP tickets comes with one VIP parking pass.
Is the WTA bus really free?
YES! All WTA buses are completely free the week of the fair. Ride from Bellingham and get dropped off at the fair's main gate.