New and Improved Rules for Jazz Fest.

[festydave]

New and Improved Rules for Jazz Fest.
The festival has an open seating policy - movement throughout the festival without impediment is essential to audience flow, safety and comfort. The use of ropes, cords, tape, etc. to reserve space is not compatible with this policy. In this same spirit, an area in front of the Acura Stage and the Gentilly Stage will be Standing Room Only.

Many of you commented last year about a few folks trying to reserve large spaces in the most densely populated audience areas all day in order to come back for the biggest acts. This new Standing Room Only area should make everyone happy and give more of you the same opportunity to get up close for their favorite sets! This area will be marked with signs, and staffers will be on hand to help throughout the day. The rest of the audience area at both stages as well as all areas at the other outdoor stages will be available, as usual, for chairs and blankets. Please also be considerate and leave some pathways between groups and around chairs so the crowds can continue to flow through to get plenty of beverages and return to the port-o-lets! Chairs are also allowed inside the Blues Tent - on the GRASS - but remember that all aisles must be kept clear in all tents.

Some other dos and don'ts worth reminding everyone of:

Allowed:
Small bags and backpacks
Soft coolers - 12-pack size or smaller only
Ice only in allowed coolers
Single, collapsible chairs
Push strollers for children
Blankets and ground tarps 6' x 8' or smaller
Factory sealed water (up to 1 liter)
Wheelchairs/medical scooters (please call the Access program with questions at 504-410-6104)
Plenty of Common Sense!

Not Allowed:
Hard coolers of any size or thermoses
Outside beverages
Wagons or carts
Athletic games, balls, etc.
Bicycles or other wheeled personal transport devices
Glass, personal tents, metal poles, shade canopies, beach or pole-style umbrellas
Anything used to reserve space such as tape, rope, cord, stakes, hammers
Video or audio recording equipment
Unauthorized vending of anything
Weapons, illicit drugs, contraband
Re-entry (except with OZ Brass Pass, Gala Pass, Big Chief Pass)

All bags will be searched and vehicles are subject to search.

Please continue to post comments and questions.

[the roamer]

So, does anyone want to speculate about what the cost of a glass of champagne might be at the fest?

[stlbarb]

So, does anyone want to speculate about what the cost of a glass of champagne might be at the fest?

what would/should a can of domestic sparkling wine cost?
should = $2.97, but my guess is $5, since beers will be 4 & 5.

[taciturnal]

i did not see still (digital slr) cameras in the list of prohibited items. are they allowed and if so, is there a limit to the lens size? i have been to many fests, but i was wanting to bring a camera for the first time.

thanks in advance!

mike

[pokerchick66]

i did not see still (digital slr) cameras in the list of prohibited items. are they allowed and if so, is there a limit to the lens size? i have been to many fests, but i was wanting to bring a camera for the first time.

thanks in advance!

mike


Digital cameras are allowed. :)

[swag]

Big lenses are fine.

[taciturnal]

thanks pokerchick66 and swag! excellent!

[sam]

Does anyone know how much the on-site parking is this year?

Thanks in advance.

sam

[Fred (Texas JF Fanatic)]

Does anyone know how much the on-site parking is this year?

Thanks in advance.

sam

$35

[vees re]

I haven't missed a Jazz Fest in year and years. Where are ya'll finding champagne?

[saturn]

I haven't missed a Jazz Fest in year and years. Where are ya'll finding champagne?

It's new this year. We think it is this one.

http://usera.imagecave.com/wigglywiggly/December293031/Sofia.jpg

[back2NOLA]

Big lenses are fine.

(in best Mae West voice) "Ohhh good - I like guys with big lenses."

[stlbarb]

I haven't missed a Jazz Fest in year and years. Where are ya'll finding champagne?
i used to find it stuffed inbetween the legs of my bag chair - that's probably why they make you unbag your chair now.
but i only snuck in twice - both times for weddings. and disposed of the bottle properly.

[NYMAMA]

i used to find it stuffed inbetween the legs of my bag chair - that's probably why they make you unbag your chair now.
but i only snuck in twice - both times for weddings. and disposed of the bottle properly.

note to self always finish reading first .

I read was where did you find champagne... and all I read was stuffed in between legs......:eek: :eek: :eek:

then I figured oh well it's Barb LOL

[stlbarb]

note to self always finish reading first .

I read was where did you find champagne... and all I read was stuffed in between legs......:eek: :eek: :eek:

then I figured oh well it's Barb LOL
that's where i hide the ham.

Miss Divine would be proud.

[jaxn]

I am bringing my kids with me to the Fest next weekend (4 boys with the oldest 6 yrs old).

The prohibited items doesn't say anything about food. Am I allowed to bring in some snacks for my kids?

Of course, I will be eating PoBoys and Etouffee.

[McGregor]

The prohibited items doesn't say anything about food. Am I allowed to bring in some snacks for my kids?

Of course, I will be eating PoBoys and Etouffee.

I'm almost positive you are. Someone else can confirm.

[zydkogrl]

I have taken in snacks/food for my son on many occasions. Have not tried it in the past couple of years, though . . . so unless things have changed, I'd say it should be fine.

[jaxn]

Thanks for the quick responses.
See y'all next week

[mariena]

Yes, there are no restrictions on food. We bring in Poboys, chips etc from our favorite poboy shop that is located outside the fest. Never had any problems.

[muppet]

mariena,
We didn't have the brass passes last year and entered the main gate. Our Shrimp poboys were confiscated. We talked to the head of security; she was very pleasant. We made sure she got to enjoy our food. We didn't mind too much. The food at the fest was more than satisfying. We will try again this year. If nothing else, it will distract security from the libations I will be sneaking in

[sophisticated sissy]

Unless you're on a very restricted diet due to a medical condition, bringing food to the Fairgrounds during NOJ&HF is like going out there wearing a iPod, IMO!:)

[stlbarb]

Unless you're on a very restricted diet due to a medical condition, bringing food to the Fairgrounds during NOJ&HF is like going out there wearing a iPod, IMO!:)

some people are on a very restricted budget. the music is included in the price of admission, the food is not.

[girly]

I've got an idea for making a mimosa with the mango ice and a strawberry garnish-that might jazz up whatever cheap champagne they might be selling. Also has the advantage of keeping it cool!

[NYMAMA]

I've got an idea for making a mimosa with the mango ice and a strawberry garnish-that might jazz up whatever cheap champagne they might be selling. Also has the advantage of keeping it cool!
OOOOH now that sounds like and idea!

[taylor451]

Last year we mixed champagne with strawberry lemonade. It was actually very tasty.

[revjimk]

There are 2 and only 2 rules:
Rule #1: Obey all rules
Rule #2: Anything not prohibited is compulsory
rev

[deddancer]

$35
Where are you finding on-site parking for $35. They have charged me $50 for disabled parking the past two years.

[swag]

Where are you finding on-site parking for $35. They have charged me $50 for disabled parking the past two years.

That was a post from '07. Yes, the only (non-VIP) parking on-site is now for disabled, and that has been $50, with no word yet on 2010.

[Fred (Texas JF Fanatic)]

Where are you finding on-site parking for $35. They have charged me $50 for disabled parking the past two years.

YYR, $50 for handicap parking. Shame Shame!!! This has been an issue with me for several years. fyi: We have never used or know anyone who uses handicap parking. I'm not sure who is to blame. My thought is that Churchill Downs receives the revenue from parking. That being said, the NOJ&HF SHOULD use their influence to lower this price. $10 to $20 would be a fair price.
SHAME SHAME!!!!!!!!!

[linza22]

YYR, $50 for handicap parking. Shame Shame!!! This has been an issue with me for several years. fyi: We have never used or know anyone who uses handicap parking. I'm not sure who is to blame. My thought is that Churchill Downs receives the revenue from parking. That being said, the NOJ&HF SHOULD use their influence to lower this price. $10 to $20 would be a fair price.
SHAME SHAME!!!!!!!!!

yes...there is something seriously wrong with that.

[daisy542]

I agree with you, your saying is so good and usful for me. Thanks.

[christomopher]

Hi everybody!
I am volunteering at what will be my first Jazz Fest this year. I was wondering if anyone could tell me the re-entry policy for volunteers. Seeing as my shift starts at 8am, I doubt I'll want to hang around the fair grounds until 7pm each day.

Also, any other info about the volunteer program would be helpful.

Thanks!

[Fred (Texas JF Fanatic)]

Hi everybody!
I am volunteering at what will be my first Jazz Fest this year. I was wondering if anyone could tell me the re-entry policy for volunteers. Seeing as my shift starts at 8am, I doubt I'll want to hang around the fair grounds until 7pm each day.

Also, any other info about the volunteer program would be helpful.

Thanks!

No re-entry unless you have a brass pass for $425.
Info at www.wwoz.org
fyi, most folks never have a need to leave before 7p
Which job did you volunteer for?

[christomopher]

No re-entry unless you have a brass pass for $425.
Info at www.wwoz.org
fyi, most folks never have a need to leave before 7p
Which job did you volunteer for?

Thanks for the info Fred!
I'll be painting and posting signage from 8am til noon. I got some late night shows lined up so it would be nice to go take a nap or wash up in the early afternoon time. Oh well, I'll make due either way.

[Staxsun]

Thanks for the info Fred!
I'll be painting and posting signage from 8am til noon. I got some late night shows lined up so it would be nice to go take a nap or wash up in the early afternoon time. Oh well, I'll make due either way.


If you're working in the art shop, say hello to my friend, Robert Mache.

[christomopher]

If you're working in the art shop, say hello to my friend, Robert Mache.

Will do Stax.

[hercules9273]

For volunteers to get in your ID is checked against a name list. Not sure if you can do it twice. Bethany the Volunteer Coordinator could answer. You should have an email from her with your assignment.

[denideadhead]

Thanks for the info Fred!
I'll be painting and posting signage from 8am til noon. I got some late night shows lined up so it would be nice to go take a nap or wash up in the early afternoon time. Oh well, I'll make due either way.
Once you get loose from your assignment ..you will most likely want to eat and catch some music..O and if you bring home food from fest for dinner that sometimes can facilitate enough time for a quick early evening lay down, and shower before the night fun begins ....I think there may BE LOTS not SOME night shows on your horizon !!

[christomopher]

Hercules- yeah I got that email and I'm sure I'll find all this out when orientation time comes. But I'm so excited I don't think I can wait another six weeks!

Denideadhead- You are absolutely correct. Sleep time and food time are going to have to fight for priority between music time! (It's always music time.)

Thanks for the info guys!!

[linza22]

what would/should a can of domestic sparkling wine cost?
should = $2.97, but my guess is $5, since beers will be 4 & 5.

yeah...but if it's Coppola (Sophia) then it comes with the cutest little straw attached. I pay 5 bucks here at the wine store.

[Fred (Texas JF Fanatic)]

[QUOTE=christomopher;318944]
Sleep time and food time are going to have to fight for priority between music time! (It's always music time.)

<smile> We hope your able to stop by one of the meetups at 1:45p.

[linza22]

Hercules- yeah I got that email and I'm sure I'll find all this out when orientation time comes. But I'm so excited I don't think I can wait another six weeks!

Denideadhead- You are absolutely correct. Sleep time and food time are going to have to fight for priority between music time! (It's always music time.)

Thanks for the info guys!!

I've seen many a picture of threadheads sleeping during the festival. and these are hard core festival threadheads. it happens!

[christomopher]

[QUOTE=christomopher;318944]
Sleep time and food time are going to have to fight for priority between music time! (It's always music time.)

<smile> We hope your able to stop by one of the meetups at 1:45p.

Meetups eh? I'm a newbie to the forum. Suppose you could fill me in?

[linza22]

[QUOTE=Fred (Texas JF Fanatic);318984]

Meetups eh? I'm a newbie to the forum. Suppose you could fill me in?


if you can, we meet at 1:45 each day behind Ms. Lina's beer tent....sometimes it's hard if your at a stage...we also meet after the festival at Liuzza's.

[festivalgirl]

if you can, we meet at 1:45 each day behind Ms. Lina's beer tent....sometimes it's hard if your at a stage...we also meet after the festival at Liuzza's.

Some of us start the day at Liuzza's .... why wait! :)

[christomopher]

Very nice! I'll see what I can do!:)

[denideadhead]

I've seen many a picture of threadheads sleeping during the festival. and these are hard core festival threadheads. it happens!
tee hee there is a rumor that I was asleep at the gentilly stage briefly very briefly during Rebirth ..but we all know it is not physically possible to sleep during Rebirth...so somebody made it up ..

[Delta]

tee hee there is a rumor that I was asleep at the gentilly stage briefly very briefly during Rebirth ..but we all know it is not physically possible to sleep during Rebirth...so somebody made it up ..

You obviously weren't asleep, your eyes were just closed because you were in a state of transcendence!

[linza22]

You obviously weren't asleep, your eyes were just closed because you were in a state of transcendence!

that's not sleeping, that 'feeling' the music....letting it wash through you....

[swag]

that's not sleeping, that 'feeling' the music....letting it wash through you....

I may need to remind you of that, come 1st weekend. ;)

[linza22]

I may need to remind you of that, come 1st weekend. ;)

haha! you'll be in the Pico Chair i'm sure!..or taking over my blanket on the ground???

[aceman22370]

Abita draft on site?

[Fred (Texas JF Fanatic)]

Abita draft on site?

maybe......maybe not

[stlbarb]

maybe......maybe not

not nice to tease about Abita.
but if this fantasy comes true, i volunteer to be the QCO (quality control officer).

[stlbarb]

An small handycams, are allowed?

i dont think so. anything considered a video camera is on othe NO list. cameras that take short video streams, and just look like cameras, usually pass. the quality of the sound & picture on those arent usually great.

they dont want bootleg tapes floating around.

[McGregor]

they dont want bootleg tapes floating around.

which is understandable. I'm sort of surprised they don't do a fest DVD every year. I guess getting everyone to sign off on that kind of project would be tough though.