frequently asked questions

Big Ponderoo takes place at the Village Green Park in the heart of Sisters, Oregon.

2026 ticket prices will be available in November 2026. Check back for updates!

Patrons who have pre-purchased tickets can check-in at the box office location at the venue (305 S Fir St). Wristbands will be placed on wrists at the box office and not given out loose; all individual ticket holders must pick up their own wristband at the box office.

Children age 5 and under do not require a festival wristband. Discounted youth passes are available for ages 6-17.

There is free parking along all city streets and overflow parking is available at the Sisters School District Building, 525 E. Cascade Ave. We strongly encourage patrons to bring their bikes and take advantage of our FREE bike valet!

Yes, Big Ponderoo is accessible for those with physical disabilities, though much of the venue grass and the ground may be uneven. We have venue volunteers ready to help those who need and request assistance. Find out more here.

Yes, the venue is festival-style with a wide open park-like setting. Patrons may bring their own low-back chairs, small blankets or tarps. If the seat is higher than 9" from the ground, your chair must be set-up along the sides of the venues so as not to block sightlines.

Yes! There will be food vendors on site offering a variety of meal options (including gluten free, dairy free, and vegan options).

Yes, we will be operating a bar selling beer, cider, cocktails and a selection of wines in addition to non-alcoholic offerings.

No, outside food and beverages are not permitted at Village Green. Patrons may bring their own empty water bottles into the venue to be filled at a free filtered water station.

Properly trained service animals under the care and supervision of their owners are permitted in the venue, but this does not include emotional support animals, therapy animals, companion animals, or pets. Owners should be able to describe the service that the animal performs and the training it has received; no one will inquire about the nature of an owner’s disability or medical condition. The animal must remain by the handler’s side at all times, harnessed, leashed, or tethered, unless these devices interfere with the animal’s work or the individual’s disability, in which case the animal should be controlled through voice, signal, or other effective methods. Anyone bringing an animal is responsible and liable for any damage or injury caused by the animal, and the owner or someone accompanying the service animal is responsible for bagging and disposing of solid waste.

No, Big Ponderoo is an open-air, hacky-sackin’, low chair sittin’, get-your-boogie-on outdoor music festival!

This is a rain or shine event! Please come prepared for the elements, with sunscreen and plenty of layers for cool mornings and warm afternoons.

A limited number of camping reservations for Weekend Pass holders are available at the Sisters High School (1750 McKinney Butte Rd). Reserve your spot at https://aftontickets.com/BigPonderoo

Attendees may also camp at Indian Ford Campground and on the plentiful National Forest land surrounding Sisters.

Please note: Overnight camping is not allowed on city property, including parks and the “right-of-way” – defined as the space between the street and property line, often seen around Sisters as the gravel shoulders where a sidewalk may be built. Specific signed RV parking spots exist around town, but overnight camping inside the parked vehicle is prohibited.