Bohemian Beatfreaks

The Dreamers that brought you Rabbits Eat Lettuce have prepared another weekend festival packed full of freshness. We have gone to the outer reaches of the interwebz to summon the best sonic artists of our time, all for the sake of your booty shake. Bohemian Beatfreaks kicks off the silly season, located near iconic Byron Bay, it makes the perfect start to a summer road trip for you and the tribe. Just don’t forget to pack the Tipi.

Artists, Dancers, Gypsies, Soul Searchers, Students & Dreamers we invite you to gather at our valley paradise for the weekend of the 24 – 26 November 2017. We will laugh, we will play, we will camp & we will dance in the forest under the stars. We aim to create a space conducive to human creativity and freedom of expression. Through music & dance we will bring our consciousness into alignment and become a united tribe. Beaming Love, Light & Positive Vibes into the universe.

Aside from music, the Festival will also feature a vibrant market village with healthy food and drink options & a social bar with quality craft beers and cocktails. When you’re in more of a Netflix & Chill mood we have a tea lounge and chill space with daily workshops & classes.

DRESS UP THEMES
(Prizes for best dressed include tickets to Rabbits Eat Lettuce 2018)

SATURDAY = Fairy Tails & Nursery Rhymes
SUNDAY ARVO = Masquerade Party with CLAPTONE

Located a short 120km drive south-west of Byron Bay, Bohemian Beatfreaks will take place at the same beautiful venue as Rabbits Eat Lettuce Music Festival. The 3000 acre property is nestled down the end of a private valley surrounded by mountain ranges and sandstone cliffs. The flat grassy valley floor is perfect for camping and the enchanted forest is the perfect space for the Dance Floor magic. You will love it here !

We have toilets, hot showers & water bottle refill stations around the venue for your comfort. Please respect these facilities and our beautiful venue. We are very lucky to have such a beautiful space to gather and dance in. Let’s all work together to keep it beautiful and respect our planet.

There will be a TOTAL FIRE BAN in full effect during the event. Please do not attempt to light camp fires. Our security will remove any people that are found breaking the fire ban. There will be designated area for fire spinning near the Waabooz Dancefloor.

Seery Road,
Kippenduff NSW 2469

Map of the venue

Camping for the weekend is included in the cost of your ticket. You will be camping in the Australian wilderness for 3 days so ensure you pack enough supplies to be comfortable for your stay. However please also be mindful of minimizing the waste you create. RV’s & Caravans are welcome. If you don’t own camping gear you can rent a pre-pitched bell tent from Wow Tents. These spacious tents will be set up in a reserved camping area close to amenities. Bedding packages are also available. For everyone else we have made this list of things to bring to help you;

Costumes, Body Paint & Glitter
Tent & Bedding
Tarps or Gazebos
Solar Powered Fairy Lights to decorate your camp
A Camp Flag or mascot (to help make it easy to find your way home after a long night)
Picnic Blankets, ground mats and cushions
Incense
Cooler / Esky / 10L Water dispenser
Garbage Bags [You are expected to Bring all your trash HOME with you]
Boom Box or iPod dock
Ear Plugs

We ask that all guests follow these simple rules to ensure everyone at the event has an enjoyable experience;

This event is on BUSH FIRE PRONE LAND.
If there is a bush fire, for your safety, please follow instructions of Event Staff & Security and evacuate to the Bush Fire Emergency Assembly Area to the South of Sunshine Camp.
NO LITTERING
LOOK AFTER YOUR MATES
NO FIRES
NO GLASS
NO ANTI SOCIAL BEHAVIOUR
LEAVE NO TRACE [take all your trash home & recycle what you can]
MUST BRING PHOTO ID
No Arrivals between 12 midnight & 9am any day of the event

Police will have an increase presence on the public roads surrounding the venue. They WILL be doing breath & swab testing both before & after the event. They will be searching cars. We support the efforts of the NSW Police in ensuring the safety of road users surrounding our venue. Do NOT ATTEMPT TO BRING ILLEGAL SUBSTANCES into this festival. You will be caught and you give the festival a bad name.

PROHIBITED ITEMS

The following items are prohibited. If found in the possession of any patron they will be confiscated immediately and the patron may be asked to leave the premises.

NO Glass (beer bottles, mirrors, glass containers etc.)
NO campfires or fires of any kind
NO Negative Vibes
NO Motor Bikes or Quad Bikes
NO Commercial signage or advertising
NO Dogs or animals of any kind
NO Fireworks or flares
NO Handheld lasers
NO Illegal substances
NO Nitrous oxide
NO Excessive Amounts of Alcohol
NO Weapons of any kind
NO Couches / Lounge Chairs
NO Generators

What does LEAVE NO TRACE mean ?

Leave your campsite just as you found it (a patch of clean grass). Plan ahead to bring home everything you bring in. An empty Esky makes the perfect place to pack your rubbish when leaving the event. It is your responsibility to bring your trash home after the event.

When do gates open ?

Gates open at 9am Friday 24 November 2017. Please do not arrive before this. Free Camping is available at Rappville Pub down the road from the venue. You are welcome to camp there on Thursday night before the event. All Patrons must leave the venue on Monday at 12 noon.

Is there a dress up theme ?

DRESS UP THEMES
SATURDAY = Fairy Tails & Nursery Rhymes
SUNDAY ARVO = Masquerade Party with CLAPTONE
Prizes for best dressed include free tickets to Rabbits Eat Lettuce 2018. It is a party after all, so best to leave your street clothes at home and bring costumes that amplify the fun. However you are free to wear what ever you like or as little as you like. Costumes with lights that shine or sparkle at night are even better!

I'm under 18 years old. Am I allowed to come?

Anyone under the age of 18 MUST arrive with a legal parent or guardian. No exceptions. So if you really want to come you better twist your dads arm and bring him to the doof.

Its my birthday during the event, can i have a free ticket ?

No. However we will do you a special discount and sell you a ticket for $100 if you were born on the 24, 25 or 26 November. You must have an Australian Government issued photo ID & one other form of ID to claim the discount. Bring your ID + $100 cash to gate.

Is this event likely to sell out ?

YES. Like all approved events our venue has a strict capacity. If ticket sales reach that capacity no further tickets will be sold. Better to be safe than sorry and lock it in.

Is the event BYO ?

Yes, you are allowed to bring alcohol into the event and campground, however NO GLASS is permitted, so ensure you get beverages in cans or decant your spirits into stainless steel or plastic containers. Do not bring excessive amounts of alcohol.

Can I camp with my car ?

Yes, you are able to camp with your car, however all vehicles will be subject to a car pass which will be charged at $20 on arrival.

Are there showers ?

YES. There will be Hot Showers available at the venue. Shower use will cost $2 per minute to help cover the cost of trucking in the water, electricity and the rental of these facilities. They accept $2 coins so stock up before you leave town.

Is there an ATM on site ?

YES. We were very happy to find out that we could get an ATM to work at our remote venue.

What Accommodation options are available ?

This festival is a camping festival, you can bring a tent, motor home, camper van or caravan. If you don’t have access to any camping equipment you can rent a Glamping Bell tent & bedding through Wow Tents. These will be set up in a reserved camping area before you arrive.

Is there mobile phone reception ?

NO. It’s time to unplug, unwind and enjoy the moment.

Can I decorate my camp ?

Most definitely! Decorating your camp with pretty battery powered or solar lights makes finding your camp at night so much easier, plus it adds to the ambiance and vibe of your area, the prettier the better! We will be giving prizes away for the best camp setups at the festival.

Is there drinking water available ?

YES. We have installed water bottle refill stations throughout the venue.

Will Ice be sold at the event ?

YES. We will have bags of ice for your esky for sale at the event.

Will there be food stalls ?

YES. We have hand picked some of our favorite food vendors to come and provide healthy meals for all you beautiful people.

Can I bring Glass ?

NO. Any glass found will be confiscated. Security will search cars on entry.

Does the festival have noise restrictions ?

NO. Our venue is deep in the valley so sound does not escape into the real world. Music runs 24 hours at this event, so be prepared to dance the night away.

Will there be drug & alcohol testing available onsite ?

YES. Our medics will have Swab and Breath testing services available. We recommend testing your self before leaving the venue to ensure you are safe to drive. There will be a police presence on the local roads surrounding the event. Expect to be checked.

Tickets

Early Bird

Sold Out!

First Round

Sold Out!

Second Round

Sold Out!

Final Round

$249

Tickets are selling fast, get in soon to avoid missing out. The venue has a strict capacity and this event is likely to sell out.

If tickets do not sell out before the event, the gate price will be $300.

If you're on a student budget don't fret, we have set up a Payment Plan Option so you can pay the ticket off for around $20 a week.

Tickets to Bohemian Beatfreaks are for the full 3 days of the event and included camping, entertainment & workshops for the duration of the event.
Single Day tickets are not available.
Car passes cost $20 cash per vehicle on arrival.
Anyone under the age of 18 MUST arrive with a legal parent or guardian (no exceptions).
You MUST arrive with your government issued photo ID and your ticket to enter.
There are no refunds or exchanges.
No arrivals before 9am Friday 24th November 2017.
No arrivals between 12 midnight and 9am any day of the event.
All online tickets are E-Tickets. Once you purchase an online ticket you will be sent an email with a PDF ticket. Print this out and bring it with you to the event.
The name on your PDF ticket MUST match the name on your photo ID.
If you wish to sell your E-Ticket you MUST change the name using the ticket booth name change feature. Changing the name on the ticket costs $25 admin fee.

NAME CHANGE LINK

HARD COPY TICKET OUTLETS
Tickets are now available at the following outlets. There are extremely limited numbers available for $220+bf. They will sell out very soon. Once they sell out hard copy prices will be $240+bf.

Happy Herbs - WEST END / Brisbane QLD
Be Natural Health - GOLD COAST / Coolangatta QLD
K-Loco - BYRON BAY NSW
Pops Good Skate Shop - COFFS HARBOUR NSW
Roots Records - BELLINGEN NSW
Famous Rock Shop - NEWCASTLE NSW

Glamping

From $440

All the tents will be setup and ready for your arrival with numbers and labels with the name the booking was made under.

We also have a reception tent with friendly staff to meet you when you arrive and help you check in and answer any questions.

4 metre Bell tent with Air beds, LED light (3 people max): $440

5 metre Bell Tent with Air beds, LED light (6 people max): $450

Add a Full Bedding Package (All linen, airbed, doona, and pillow) $30 per person

Ballina Airport, NSW

$80

Byron Bay, NSW

$80

Gold Coast Airport, QLD

$90

Gold Coast Airport, QLD

11am Friday (QLD time) - Departure from Coolangatta, QLD

10am Monday (NSW time) - Departure from Venue

Byron Bay, NSW

1pm Friday (NSW time) - Departure from Byron Bay, NSW

10am Monday (NSW time) - Departure from Venue

Ballina Airport, NSW

1:30pm Friday (NSW time) - Departure from Ballina, NSW

10am Monday (NSW time) - Departure from Venue

PLEASE NOTE: YOU CAN ONLY PURCHASE A BUS TICKET IF YOU HAVE PRE-PURCHASED AN ONLINE TICKET.

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Tickets

Early Bird

First Round

Second Round

Final Round

Glamping

Ballina Airport, NSW

Byron Bay, NSW

Gold Coast Airport, QLD

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