FAQs

Q. Is there admission for the concerts or other events?

• All events/concerts are free!

Q. Will there be a parade?

• Yes, there will be a parade on Saturday at 10 a.m.
• For information visit poppy.georgetown.org/things-to-do/parade/
• There will also be a pet parade on Sunday, at 11:30 a.m. For information visit poppy.georgetown.org/pet-parade/.

Q. Are dogs welcome at Red Poppy Festival?

• Yes, but pets must be on a leash to ensure everyone’s safety.

Q. Who is playing at the concerts?

• Friday headliner:

• • Dyfunkshun Junkshun

• Saturday headliner:

• • Jamestown Revival

For a full schedule and all the details, go to RedPoppyFestival.com.

Q. What are festival hours?

• • • Friday:  6 p.m. – 9 p.m.
    • Saturday:  10 a.m. – 1 1 p.m. (Until concert finishes)
    • Sunday:  11 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Q. What time does the car show start?

• • • The Car Show is from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. on Saturday.
    • For a full schedule and all the details, go to RedPoppyFestival.com.

Q. Where are the music stages?

• • • Red Poppy Stage is at 7^th and Austin Ave.
    • Celebrate Stage is TBD
    • Mayfair Street Stage is TBD

Q. Will the weather alter the festival schedule? 

• • • Safety first – While many activities will continue rain or shine. High winds, lightning or downpours may require some set-time adjustments.
    • Health concerns – Even a nice weather day can present challenges if the temperatures rise. The risk for dehydration or heat exhaustion requires extra care (wear a hat, sunglasses and sunblock, drink lots of water, etc.)

Q. What is location of specific vendors?

• • • All artisan vendors are listed on program, go to RedPoppyFestival.com for complete schedule
    • Food Courts are located at Main Street at 6^th and on 7^th Street and Rock

Q. Where can I get a program of events?

• • • Programs will be available in the Visitor Center and at the T-shirt booth.  Programs will also be distributed to shuttle riders.

Q. Can we bring coolers with food and beverages?

• • • Yes, but no glass containers.

Q. Where can I charge my phone or other electronic devices?

• • • Vendors and guests are welcome to use the charging station in the Visitor Center (103 W. 7^th)

Q. Can I bring my own chairs, umbrellas or canopy?

• • • Portable folding chairs are permitted. Umbrellas or canopies will not be allowed.

Q. What is the shuttle bus schedule and where does it originate?

• • • TBD

The shuttle drop-off location at the festival is TBD.

Q. Will shuttles accommodate strollers or wheelchair?

• • • Strollers are ok but shuttles will not accommodate wheelchairs.  Handicapped parking is available at 10^th Street between Main Street & Church Street.

Q. Are dogs allowed on the shuttle?

• • • Yes, but pets must be on a leash to ensure everyone’s safety.

Q. Where is the handicapped parking location?

• • • The parking lot at 10^th and Main is reserved for those with mobility challenges.  A placard or license plate designation will be required.

Q. Can I use my favorite rideshare service to the event?

• • • Yes, contact your favorite rideshare company to schedule a ride.

Q. Where can we park?

• • • We recommend that festival goers use the Red Poppy Festival shuttle provided on Saturday beginning at 9:00 am until after the Saturday Night Concert. To ensure pedestrian safety, parking in the Old Town Neighborhoods will be limited and towing will be enforced when vehicles are left in a No Parking Zone. Parking lots are located at:
      • Lot on Austin near 5^th
      • Parking Garage at 3^rd and Rock
      • Municipal lot between 7^th and 8^th near the Library
      • Handicapped parking only at Church and 10th

Q. Where can guests check for lost|found items?

• • • Items can be turned in at the Police|Fire Department booth located on the corner of 7^th & Main Street near the former Municipal Court Bldg.
    • The Visitor Center (103 W. 7^th St.) will also accept items that are found on the Square over the festival weekend.

Q. Where is the first-aid station?

• • • First responders will be available at the first-aid booth located at 7^th & Main Street

Q. Where can I find an ATM machine?

• • • Wells Fargo Bank at 1111 S. Austin Ave.
    • Mobile ATM machines are also provided by private vendor on the sidewalks around the Square.

Q. Where can I purchase a Red Poppy Festival t-shirt?

• • • Pick up your Red Poppy Festival t-shirts at the souvenir booth located at 7^th Street near Main Street.

Q. Where can I purchase a Georgetown souvenir?

• • Georgetown souvenirs are available at the Visitors Center located at 7^th & Main Street (103 W. 7^th Street)
    

    Contact Us/ More Info

    For Red Poppy Festival information, contact: The Georgetown CVB, 800-436-8696 or cvb@georgetown.org For more information about Georgetown, including lodging and dining, please go to: VisitGeorgetown.com.