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BEGINNER GUIDE

First Time at a Techno Festival? Beginner’s Guide and Packing List

Event: Drifted Halloween · Oct 31, 2026Venue: Strauss Square, Dallas
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Everything a First-Timer Needs for a 10-Hour Festival

A long festival day is easier with a plan. Here is what to bring, what to leave home, and how to pace yourself, with the rules for Drifted Halloween in Dallas.

In This Guide
  • Before You Go
  • Bag Rules at Drifted Fest
  • What to Pack
  • What to Wear
  • How to Pace a 10-Hour Day
  • FAQ
BEFORE YOU GO

Before You Go

  • Buy tickets only from the official ticketing partner linked on the festival site.
  • Save your tickets offline in case the signal is weak at the gates.
  • Plan how you will get there and home (DART, rideshare, or parking).
  • Charge your phone and bring a small portable charger if allowed.
BAG POLICY

Bag Rules at Drifted Fest

To keep lines moving, Drifted Fest uses a clear-bag policy: clear bags up to 12" x 12" x 6" or small clutch bags (4.5" x 6.5") are allowed. Empty hydration packs with no more than two main pockets are also allowed. All bags are subject to a brief security inspection.

PACKING LIST

What to Pack

  • Valid photo ID (required for the 21+ bar)
  • Your ticket on your phone
  • Ear protection
  • Sunscreen and sunglasses for the afternoon
  • A light layer for the evening
  • Comfortable, broken-in shoes
  • A small amount of cash and a card
  • Lip balm and any personal essentials that fit your bag

Get your Drifted Halloween ticket

Tickets are on sale through Eventim, our official ticketing partner.

WHAT TO WEAR

What to Wear

Wear something you can dance in for hours. Halloween costumes and festival fashion are encouraged at Drifted Halloween, and masks and props are briefly inspected at security. For ideas, see our costume guide.

PACE YOURSELF

How to Pace a 10-Hour Day

  • Drink water regularly and eat a real meal.
  • Take breaks away from the speakers.
  • Check the three stages: Mainstage, Techno Bunker, and Silent Disco.
  • Agree on a meeting spot with your group.
  • Respect the dance floor: be present, be kind, and look out for each other.
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

What should I bring to a music festival?

Bring your ticket, valid photo ID, ear protection, sunscreen, a light layer, comfortable shoes, and a bag that meets the venue’s bag policy.

What is the bag policy at Drifted Fest?

Clear bags up to 12" x 12" x 6", small clutch bags (4.5" x 6.5"), and empty hydration packs with no more than two main pockets are allowed. All bags are inspected.

Can I re-enter the festival?

Re-entry is permitted for VIP and VIP+ passholders with intact wristbands or laminates. GA ticket holders do not have in-and-out privileges.

Is Drifted Fest all ages?

Yes, with minors accompanied by an adult. The bar is 21+ with a valid government photo ID.

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