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Tickets & Passes
How do I buy tickets?

You need either a 1-day or 3-day pass to enter any concert venue, with GA or VIP options for both. Buy tickets, passes and parking — and reserve campsites — online here.

Once you've selected everything, scroll to the bottom and hit Add to Cart, then scroll back to the top and hit Checkout.

Are tickets refundable?

No. All sales are final. See our ticket and event policies for full details.

How can I win or get free tickets?

Several ways:

Are there military discounts?

Yes. 3-Day GA military passes are $79 + tax. Buy them at Pre-Jam parties or at our partner locations — you'll need a current military ID, DD214, or official paperwork showing current or previous service in the Armed Forces or National Guard.

See partner locations →

At the Festival
What time do gates open?

The Concert Bowl opens Wednesday at 6 PM, and Thursday, Friday and Saturday at 1 PM.

How many stages are there?

Six.

  • Main Stage, in the Concert Bowl
  • 2nd Stage
  • VIP Stage — VIP pass holders only
  • Partner Bar Stage — Partner Bar pass holders only
  • Campground Stage
  • Wheelie Bar Stage
What's included in the VIP pass?
  • Access to a large exclusive VIP area during main stage performances
  • Free tap beer, soda and water in the VIP tent, plus discounted drinks
  • Complimentary catered dinner Thursday, Friday and Saturday night
  • VIP eating area with tables and chairs
  • Souvenir VIP mug and lanyard
  • VIP-only bathrooms
Where are the experiences?
  • Watercross — the pond in the Walleye Full Service campground
  • Mud Trucks — in general camping
  • Drifting — road course turns 4–9, and the pro pad in the single-day parking area
  • Poker Tournament — the VIP tent
  • Bean Bag Tournament & Costume Contest — the Concert Bowl
  • Music Bingo — the VIP tent (you don't have to be VIP)

See all activity details →

Will there be fireworks?

Yes — Friday night, right before the headliner.

How can I meet the bands or artists?

Visit the Info booth to sign up for a chance to win meet and greets. Also watch our Facebook page — we give them away there too.

Is there Lakes Jam merchandise?

Yes — the merchandise tent is near the center of the Concert Bowl.

Food & Drinks
Can I bring my own food and drinks?

No food or beverages come into the concert areas — the one exception is water in a clear container.

Are there food vendors in the Concert Bowl?

Always — a wide variety, from popcorn and corndogs to sandwiches and burgers.

Are there bars in the Concert Bowl?

Over twelve of them, serving a large variety of alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks. We strive for no lines.

Camping
How do I reserve a campsite?

Start on the camping page to see what's available. From there, click Get Passes Now to reach the ticketing page and select the Camping & Seating tab.

Click the interactive map to find and select a site — check the site size so your rig will fit. Add your tickets, parking passes and upgrades, then check out.

Do I need a camping wristband?

Yes — everyone staying in the campgrounds needs one, and you need it to get into the Concert Bowl from camp.

A wristband must be paired with an event pass. The wristband costs the same whether you stay one night or all three; you get the correct band at the gate.

What's included with campsites?
  • Full Service — water, electrical, sewer, picnic table and fire ring
  • Reserved — a guaranteed spot, marked out on grass or asphalt; some have electricity, not all
  • General — free, first come first served

All campsites have access to full-service restrooms including showers.

What time do the campgrounds open?

Campgrounds open for initial entry at 12 PM Wednesday for guests with a valid Wednesday pass. Wednesday night camping is also available with a Single Day or 3-Day pass plus a camping wristband.

If you're not coming Wednesday, initial entry begins at 9 AM Thursday. After your first entry and ticket scan you can come and go any time during the event.

The box office scans first entries Wednesday 12 PM–11 PM and Thursday–Saturday 9 AM–11 PM. Arrive after 11 PM and you'll wait until it opens the next morning. You may stay overnight in the staging area, but there is no overnight security there.

Are there restrooms or showers in the campgrounds?

Yes — throughout the campgrounds and in the Concert Bowl.

Is there electricity, sewer or water in the campgrounds?

All Full Service sites have all three. Reserved sites in Crappie and Sunny have electricity; the rest do not. General camping has none of the three.

Water fill and pumping services are available — see the camping page for rates.

Can people camp with me without concert passes?

No — everyone in the campground needs a GA or VIP pass. Children 8 and under are free.

Passes can be won, earned by volunteering, or earned as an ambassador.

Where can I stay if I'm not camping?

There are hotels, resorts and vacation rentals throughout the area. Visit Brainerd can help with local lodging information.

Vehicles
What is a camping vehicle pass?

It lets you bring a vehicle onto Lakes Jam property and into the campgrounds. If it has a steering wheel, it needs a pass.

Pit bikes fall under the ATV/UTV category.

Street-legal motorcycles need a camping vehicle pass and are for entry and exit only — you can't use a street bike to get around inside Lakes Jam.

Can I bring my golf cart, ATV, UTV or bike?

Yes. Buy a pass for each vehicle and submit a signed waiver before entering the campground — you can sign one digitally here.

New Rule — Flags Required

Insurance now requires all motorized vehicles, gas or electric — including e-bikes, e-scooters, ATVs, UTVs, golf carts and pit bikes — to fly a flag at all times on BIR property.

Rectangle / triangleNo less than 10" × 14"
SquareNo less than 14" × 14"
Height off groundNo less than 66" to flag top

No flag needed if: your vehicle is registered and currently licensed for Minnesota highways, or it has a roof over 66" tall. If you're seated on an e-bike or standing on a scooter, the highest point of your body must be 66" or taller.

Flags are sold on site and come with a pole and universal mounting hardware.

Getting Here & Accessibility
How do I get to and from Lakes Jam if I'm not camping?

We run complimentary shuttles from surrounding hotels — see which ones here. You can also arrange your own shuttle or hire a local cab.

Don't count on rideshare. Uber and Lyft coverage out here is very limited and changes constantly.

Is Lakes Jam accessible?

Yes. There's accessible parking right next to the Concert Bowl, a wheelchair-accessible viewing area inside it, and accessible restrooms.

Full accessibility details →

Everything Else
Is there cell coverage or Wi-Fi?

Brainerd International Raceway has good cell coverage, and we offer free Wi-Fi.

Can I bring my children?

Yes — and children 8 and under are free.

Can I bring my dog or pet?

Pets are welcome in the campgrounds but not in the Concert Bowl. If a pet becomes a nuisance to other guests, you'll be asked to remove it.

Service animals have their own policy — see our accessibility page.

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Gates & Box Office Hours

Early Arrival
Wednesday
June 23
Bowl Gates
5:30 PM – 1:00 AM
Campground Gates
Open 11:00 AM
Stay open — come and go as you like once you're in.
Box Office
9:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Day One
Thursday
June 24
Bowl Gates
1:00 PM – 1:00 AM
Box Office
9:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Day Two
Friday
June 25
Bowl Gates
1:00 PM – 1:00 AM
Box Office
9:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Day Three
Saturday
June 26
Bowl Gates
1:00 PM – 1:00 AM
Box Office
9:00 AM – 11:00 PM

The box office closes at 11:00 PM every night. After that you can't buy passes or trade a pass for a wristband until it reopens the next morning.

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