What items am I allowed to bring (or not allowed to bring) to the festival?

Allowed:

  • Blankets (maximum size for individual blankets is 8′x 10′)
  • Low-backed chairs only (under 30″)
  • Backpacks (under 18L)
  • Small digital or film cameras (no detachable lenses)
  • Non- aerosol sunscreen
  • 1 factory sealed water bottle, empty camelbacks and reusable water bottles
  • Purses and handbags (subject to search upon entrance)
  • Mobile phones and chargers
  • Hand sanitizer and baby wipes
  • Baby strollers and wagons with accompanying child

Prohibited:

  • NO glass
  • NO aerosol cans
  • NO outside alcohol
  • NO outside food or drinks (except for medical reasons)
  • NO sporting equipment
  • NO umbrellas
  • NO knives/weapons/guns
  • NO chains/chain wallets
  • NO tents
  • NO laser pointers
  • NO SLRs, professional cameras, video cameras or GoPros
  • NO selfie sticks or tripods
  • NO pets (with the exception of service animals)
  • NO drugs & drug paraphernalia
  • NO large or framed backpacks (over 18L)
  • NO musical equipment/instruments
  • NO fireworks/paper lanterns
  • NO bicycles, skateboards, scooters, etc.
  • NO drones, remote control aircraft, cars or toys
  • NO coolers
  • NO promotional items, unapproved advertising or flyers

 

Entry & re-entry policy

Patrons will be allowed exit and re-entry privileges with a valid festival wristband. Cathead Jam reserves the right to search all people and property to ensure the security of all person in attendance.

 

Where is Cathead Distillery?

Cathead Distillery is located at 422 S Farish St. Jackson, MS 39201. The festival site is on the distillery grounds and gated in on all sides. In historic downtown Jackson, MS!

 

Can I bring a lawn chair?

Signs will designate the standing/dancing zone in front of the main stages. This area is first come first served. Chairs and blankets are allowed outside of the no chair zone and in most other areas of the festival site. Low-backed chairs only (under 30″) to ensure good viewing for your neighbors.

 

Can I bring kids?

Sure thing! Cathead Jam is safe for the whole family. Kids 10 and under are FREE when accompanied by an adult GA ticket holder. Kids 5 and under are admitted to VIP areas FREE when accompanied by an adult VIP ticket holder.

 

Can I bring a stroller for my kids?

Yes. We allow strollers and wagons for children.

 

How do I request a media pass?

Please apply contact Erin Reid at erin@ardenland.net to inquire about a media pass.

 

Smoking Policy

Cathead Jam encourages a smoke-free environment and asks that you respect the health of your fellow fest-goers and refrain from smoking in any area where it may affect someone else. Smoking is prohibited under all tents and inside buildings. Please find an isolated area if you must smoke, and dispose of your butts properly.

 

How do I become a craft vendor at Cathead Jam?

Apply HERE.

 

How do I become a food vendor at Cathead Jam?

Apply HERE.

 

Can I bring in a water bottle?

Yes. You are allowed to bring 1 water bottle that is factory sealed. Empty water bottles and camelbacks can be filled at our free water refilling stations throughout the venue.

 

Who can help me with a ticketing question?

Please call our box office at 601-292-7121.

 

What does the VIP ticket include?

Two-day access to the festival, access to VIP only sections of festival, private AC bathroom, private cash bar, three (3) drink tickets, private stage viewing area and a Cathead Jam commemorative laminate.

 

How do I cancel my order or get a refund?

Unfortunately, if an event is not canceled or rescheduled, we cannot offer a refund to you. All sales are final that are purchased through Ticketmaster for Cathead Jam.

Please be aware that Cathead Jam is a rain or shine event.

In the event that the festival is canceled or postponed, we will attempt to contact you to inform you of refund or exchange procedures for the festival. If the festival was moved or rescheduled, the Event Provider may set refund limitations.

 

Contact The Festival

General information and questions: Arden Barnett arden@ardenland.net
Become a Cathead Jam Sponsor: Richard Patrick richard@catheaddistillery.com
Press & Editorials Inquiries: Erin Reid erin@ardenland.net
Marketing & Media Partnerships: Erin Reid erin@ardenland.net