Festival & Ticketing FAQ
General & Travel Information
Where does Okeechobee Music & Arts Festival (OMF) take place?
OMF takes place at the beautiful Sunshine Grove, located in Okeechobee, FL. Our address is 12517 NE 91ST Ave, Okeechobee, FL 34972.
What are the transportation options to get to Sunshine Grove?
Most people drive to the venue; we encourage carpooling with friends and making a trip of it!
When driving isn’t an option, OMF also offers a shuttle service from several major cities in Florida, including Miami, Orlando and Tampa. Shuttle options will become available via our website closer the event date.
For those who prefer to fly, there are several major airports located near the venue, including Palm Beach International Airport (80 miles), and Orlando International Airport (170 miles).
What are the closest airports to Sunshine Grove?
Palm Beach International Airport is 80 miles from Sunshine Grove, and Orlando International Airport is 170 miles.
What is the weather like at OMF in March?
March in Okeechobee ranges from the mid 70°s to high 80°s during the day, with temperatures dropping as low as 45° at night– make sure to pack some warm clothes for nighttime and summer clothes for daytime. Don’t forget your sunscreen!
What makes OMF unique?
Get ready for an unforgettable experience at OMF, where music meets the breathtaking beauty of nature. Our festival takes place in the stunning Sunshine Grove, a live venue like no other, surrounded by lush palms, towering pines, and serene meadows. OMF is not just about music and art — it’s about immersing yourself in the most beautiful music venue in the US.
At OMF, you can enjoy sunny warm days and cool nights, bouncing around from stage to stage to hear your favorite artists and discover all of the non-musical experiences OMF has to offer. OMF isn’t just a festival - it’s an escape into a dream world where music, nature, and magic collide. Join us and be part of something extraordinary for the 2026 reunion at Sunshine Grove.
Festival Experience
What genres of music will be featured at OMF 2026?
OMF is a multi-genre festival with something for everyone to enjoy from electronic to hip hop, rock, folk, indie, pop, and more! We’re betting that you’ll leave Sunshine Grove with a new favorite artist (or 10)!
What are the different areas of the festival and when can we explore them?
The Grove
Home to two the BE and NOW stages. As one of the main music areas, enjoy a landscape encapsulated by a palmetto and pine forest grove. Okeechobeeings enter through walkways shrouded in local vegetation into an enchanting daytime and nighttime destination.
Moonlight Oasis
Just outside The Grove, Moonlight Oasis is home to the HERE stage, as well as Aquachobee Beach and Aquachobee Stage, the Jungle 51 stage, and Chobeewobee Village, among other new and exciting features to be discovered at OMF 2026. Moonlight Oasis will be open during the daytime and into the night; please note that the beach will be closed at night.
Chobeewobee Village
Central area where Okeechobeeings gather to find locally curated art, food, and bars as well as hidden doorways and immersive art installations and Okeechobee-only experiences.
Campgrounds
Surrounding The Grove and Moonlight Oasis are the GA+, VIP and GA campgrounds, where Okeechobeeings create their homes within The Portal for the duration of the festival.
Outside of the music, what kind of activities will there be?
OMF isn’t just a music festival; it’s a full-on multi-day experience that promises to engage all of your senses and leave you with memories that last a lifetime. Beyond our lineup of live music performances, we’re curating an entire weekend packed with exciting activities and experiences that caters to everyone.
Start your day with a refreshing yoga session, stretching your body while taking in the stunning surroundings of Sunshine Grove. Don’t forget your running shoes - OMF’s popular 5K run will be back in 2026. Explore captivating art installations scattered throughout the venue, each one offering a unique visual journey to complement the music. If you're looking to get hands-on, dive into our inspiring workshops where you can create, learn, and connect with fellow festival-goers. Don’t forget to browse the local art marketplace, where you can find one-of-a-kind treasures and support talented artists from the Florida community.
Most importantly, OMF gives you the perfect chance to meet new friends, share laughs, and build lasting connections, all while exploring the lush beauty of Sunshine Grove. So come for the music, stay for the magic, and immerse yourself in a weekend where the possibilities are endless.
What are the opportunities for connection and community?
You would be hard pressed to find someone who left OMF without making a friend or two. There’s plenty of opportunities to connect with others at OMF whether it be your neighbors in the campgrounds or friends you make at a set or workshop. The Okee community is built on positivity, mutual respect, and a shared goal of having an amazing time together.
Admission & Participation
What is the minimum age to purchase a festival pass?
OMF is an all ages festival and children are allowed to attend, however you must be 18 years of age or older to purchase a ticket. Any attendee under 18 must be accompanied by a ticket-holding adult.
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.
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.
Can I bring my child to the festival? If so, how much are tickets?
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.
I am a vendor/artist/performer, or otherwise and would like to apply to work at OMF 2026. Who do I contact?
Applications for volunteering, working, and performing at OMF will go live on our website in the Fall. Be sure to check our website for updates and also sign up for our newsletter to be notified of major announcements and OMF news.
What is the re-entry policy?
There is no re-entry to the festival once you leave. 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 the onsite General Stores, which are stocked with a variety of everyday-needs items!
Tickets & Payment
What are the different ticket types available for purchase?
OMF offers GA, GA+, and VIP ticket passes. Camping passes are purchased separately, and include standard car camping, RV camping, as well as glamping opportunities for an elevated OMF experience.
I want to attend OMF with a friend(s). Are there ticket packages available?
Our portal pair ticket type is perfect for you and one other friend, and this package is available in GA, GA+, and VIP. For more friends, our VIP Rockstar and Grand Kachobee packages both offer five festival passes.
What payment methods can be used to purchase tickets?
Credit and debit cards are accepted. You will not be able to purchase your tickets with a pre-loaded debit card.
What is the maximum number of tickets I can buy?
Festival passes are limited to five (5) per person.
What is OMF’s ticket refund policy?
OMF tickets are non-refundable.
Ticket Support & Order Management
Should I receive a confirmation email for my purchase?
You should receive a confirmation email within moments of purchase– be sure to check your junk folder as well. If you do not, please contact Front Gate Tickets.
What if I purchased tickets but my card hasn’t been charged yet?
Your card should be charged within two business days. If you do not see the charge on your account, please contact Front Gate Tickets.
I ordered my tickets to be shipped to me. When will I receive them?
Tickets will begin shipping closer to the event date. If you have not received your tickets within one week of the event, please contact Front Gate Tickets.
I didn't receive an order confirmation, what should I do?
If you didn’t receive an order confirmation email, please contact Front Gate Tickets through their website.
How can I see or edit my order information?
Login to your Frontgate Tickets account, head to your profile, and select “manage orders”. There, you can update information on your specific orders.
Need more help with your tickets? Please contact our ticket service provider, Front Gate Tickets.
Where can I ask questions about ticket types?
For the fastest response, join our OMF Discord Server and have your questions responded to there. For questions about your order, please contact Front Gate Tickets.
Camping & Festival Policies
What determines where I camp?
Your ticket type and time of arrival will determine where you camp. Camping spots are first come first serve within your ticket type’s campground. If you want to camp next to your friends, make sure you all arrive together! You will not be able to hold camping spots for people arriving later. We recommend meeting up 40+ miles outside of Okeechobee with your friends if you’re driving separately and caravaning in together.
How large are car camping spaces??
A car camping space is 20’x20’; plenty of space for your car, a tent, and a canopy!
Is there a quiet camping area?
Our mellow camping area is new to OMF 2026 and is the perfect campsite for people and groups who enjoy the quieter side of festival life.
What are the rules for RV passes?
An RV pass is required for each RV entering the festival. Each RV space is approximately 20′ X 45′. Tents and canopies can be set up as long as they are within this space. Any slides or awnings must also fit within the designated space.
Multiple people can utilize one RV camping pass, as long as they are all arriving in the same RV; for example, four people arriving in one RV will need four festival tickets and one RV camping pass if they intend to share a campsite. Everyone must have the correct ticket type to enter designated campgrounds; ie, a VIP RV camping pass requires VIP festival admission for each person in the campsite.
The following vehicles are considered an RV:
- Any size RV: Class A, Class B or Class C
- Any size bus (no tour buses or motorcoaches with low clearance are allowed)
- Box trucks and trailers are not permitted into the campgrounds
Does everyone in the group need to purchase a Car Camping pass in order to Car Camp?
One car camping pass is required for each car entering the campsite. Multiple people can utilize one car camping pass, as long as they are all arriving in the same vehicle; for example, four people arriving in one vehicle will need four festival tickets and one car camping pass if they intend to share a campsite. Everyone must have the correct ticket type to enter designated campgrounds; ie, a VIP car camping pass requires VIP festival admission for each person in the campsite.
Capacities for Car Camping sites are subject to the legal capacity of standard-size vehicles.