FAQs

Stay tuned for info on BASS 2025.

Lucky you – your 2024 BASSINTHEGRASS ticket provides you free bus travel to the event on the Urban Bus Network. See all the details here.

There is no parking at the event. 

Designated Pick Up & Drop Off Zones are located near the venue. See more details here. 

Designated accessible parking is available on site. See details here.

In May you can expect sensational blue skies and balmy weather in the Top End. Perfect for a music festival.

If you’re over 18 – yes!  On entry you will receive an over 18 wristband which means you can purchase alcohol within the venue.  You’ll need your Government issued ID such as a Driver’s Licence, Proof of Age or Passport to receive a wristband.  If you can’t provide an accepted form of ID, you will be issued with an underage wristband.

Government issued ID such as a Driver’s Licence, Proof of Age or Passport.  Secondary and Tertiary Education ID will not be accepted. If you cannot provide an accepted form of ID, you will be issued with an underage wristband.

BYO is not permitted. All bags will be searched upon entry. 

Commercially prepared food cannot be brought into the venue. We have plenty of amazing food stall holders in the catering area, and there will also be vegetarian and vegan options available for purchase. 

Food vendors:

• Lambells Garden
• Big Island Street Food
• Top End Delights
• Potato Man
• Loukas Souvlaki
• Cheeky Churros
• Ken’s Crepes
• Market Kebab
• Katsu Japanese Cuisine
• Calamari King
• Darwin Laksa
• Poffertjes NT
• Sunset Slushee
• Fat Kebab
• Feeling Corny
• BBQ Seafood Frenzy
• Taste of Italy

Stay tuned for more info on the 2025 line-up!

Check our socials closer to the 2025 event date for set times!

Stay tuned for more info on 2025 opening times.

The following items are prohibited at BASSINTHEGRASS:

• Glass or cans (sealed or unsealed drink containers – excluding sealed or empty water bottles)
• Illegal substances, including controlled, dangerous or illicit drugs
• Alcohol
• Drones
• Chairs
• E cigarette juice
• Umbrellas
• Sharp objects
• Aerosol cans
• Perfumes, aftershaves or deodorants
• Flares or fireworks
• Laser pointers
• Prams and strollers
• Weapons, or resemblance of weapons, including knives, firearms, blunt offensive objects, batons and those with sharp ends
• Projectile items, including balls, frisbees, rackets or similar objects
• Bicycles, skateboards, skates and scooters and helmets of any form
• Political or offensive materials
• Recording devices (for commercial purposes) and tripods
• Selfie sticks
• Flag poles of more than 1 metre in length / banners or flags larger than 1m x 2m
• Eskies and bags of larger dimensions than 35cm in height, 20cm in width and 30cm in length (i.e. too large to be stored under a seat), including motorized eskies.
• Animals (other than trained assistance dogs)
• Musical instruments and noise makers, including drums, whistles, air horns and loud hailers without the prior consent of Venue management.

We have a Zero Tolerance approach for any antisocial, aggressive, dangerous or intimidating behaviour, underage drinking, supply of alcohol to minors, consumption and possession of any illicit substances. Any of these activities will result in immediate eviction from the venue.

BASSINTHEGRASS does not provide cloaking or storage services for personal belongings.

First Aid posts will be located throughout the venue to keep you safe and well! 

Yes. Our Event Champions will be there to help you in 2024. They are a friendly, non-judgmental crew of people dedicated to ensuring you have a fun and safe day. The Event Champions Station will be located near the entrance.

Artist & exclusive BITG merch are available from the Merch stall located by the BASSment stage.

We get it, you were having such a good time you lost your phone/wallet/bag/whatever. No judgement here! Lost property can be handed in or collected at the information desk near the entrance to the festival. If your item has been handed in, you just need to be able to identify it.  

Realise you’ve lost something after the event? All lost property will be taken to the NT Major Events Company office (Level 2, 16 Bennett Street, access via Yuen Place, Darwin) and can be collected after the event for 72 hours.

Any unclaimed items will be handed over to the NT Police on Knuckey Street the Wednesday after the event.

The All Good Project is here to help keep you safe while you enjoy the festival! They offer a Wellness area, a dry, low-intensity chill space with peer to peer support. They also have roving teams bringing water, electrolytes, hats, and other essentials to the crowd and peer education to promote harm reduction. Whether you’re dancing at the front or chilling in the back, they arehere to make sure you’re having a great time while staying safe and hydrated. Look out for their team and don’t hesitate to ask for help. Let’s make it an unforgettable (and safe) experience.

Australian Companions cards are accepted at the gate when attending with a paying guest who requires assistance. Present your card at the gate in exchange for a wristband.

We have dedicated parking bays available on Maria Liveris Drive, near the entrance. Please show your Australian Disability Parking Scheme Badge to the traffic controllers on arrival for access to the parking area.

Limited accessible parking is also available on site for permit holders, on a first come first served basis. This is available a short walk from the main festival entry. To access the parking, approach the event from the Darwin CBD on Gilruth Avenue, present to Traffic Management and show your disability parking permit. Traffic controllers will direct you to the parking area.

For patrons being dropped off, the closest drop off point is on Atkins Drive and can be accessed by approaching the site near Darwin High School. Head West on Goyder road then turn left on to Atkins Drive heading south to reach the drop off point.

We have event champions and All Good Project members that have direct communications with event control who will be able to assist with any questions, concerns or emergencies.

Yes, all buses on the timetable will be low-floored.

At night the festival site is a low-light environment throughout pathways and the broader event site due to the event taking place at night. Festoon and lighting towers are used to light amenities, pathways and site areas, however dark areas are still present.

The site features significant amplified music from a number of sources as well as moving lights, large LED screens and at peak times, large crowds.

For people with, or carers of those with sensory processing issues, you may want to consider the timings of your visit and any tools or aids that may assist in minimising sensory overload.

Anyone seeking respite, or who is feeling overwhelmed, can seek assistance from our peer support team, All Good Project who can be found at the Wellness Area located just inside the entry to the festival.

The festival offers free transport to the event from CBD locations. These buses are wheelchair accessible buses to accommodate patrons of different mobility levels.

The festival site itself is a grass area, with hard sandy/rocky ground. The site has natural undulations and uneven ground.

Access around the catering area, to wheelchair accessible toilets and throughout the Village area has concrete and concrete paths. Some tree roots and undulations may still be apparent through this area.

It is important to note that the site is large around 250m long and 200m wide with amenities and experiences spread across the footprint. While the ground is firm, it can be rocky and undulating in places. Patrons with restricted mobility or those using mobility aids may need to consider this walking distance. Seating is available around the site.

The festival offers free transport to the event from CBD locations. These buses are wheelchair accessible buses to accommodate patrons of different mobility levels.

The festival site itself is a grass area, with hard sandy/rocky ground. The site has natural undulations and uneven ground.

Access around the catering area, to wheelchair accessible toilets and throughout the Village area has concrete and concrete paths. Some tree roots and undulations may still be apparent through this area.

It is important to note that the site is large around 250m long and 200m wide with amenities and experiences spread across the footprint. While the ground is firm, it can be rocky and undulating in places. Patrons with restricted mobility or those using mobility aids may need to consider this walking distance. Seating is available around the site.

All bars at BASSINTHEGRASS will be using eco-friendly cups and cup holders. All catering sites will be in compliance with the City of Darwin’s plastic wise policy.

We do not permit or support any activity that may be determined as ambush marketing. This includes the handing out of flyers, the placement of posters, the distribution of products or any material considered unauthorised. As a consequence we may request the immediate removal of any person or organisation from the areas deemed to be zoned specifically for the event (this includes the car parks).

We are a non-smoking site, including vaping. Smoking areas are located at the two rear corners of the site.

Read our Ticketing Terms and Conditions of Entry.