Do I need to purchase tickets for children?

Yes, please purchase 1 ticket per person, including children. Children under 12 months are free, but still require a ticket.

Can I purchase tickets on the day?

All tickets must be pre-purchased, there will be no tickets available at the venue. You can purchase tickets online up until the event start time (unless sold out prior). 

Where will I be seated?

This event is general admission only, please arrive early to secure your picnic rug on the grass. There will be plenty of interactive music and dancing for the family, so please be mindful of those around you. 

What time do I need to arrive?

Entry gates will remain open for the duration of the event. You can review the stage schedule and join us at a time that suits you. Please note that tickets are only valid for one entry (no pass outs). 

How do I scan into the event?

Head straight to the gate with your tickets displayed on your smartphone. We also accept printed e-tickets. 

How much do tickets cost?

Tickets are limited and must be pre-purchased for a cost of $15 per person + booking fees (under 12 months old are free). 

What do I do if I have lost my ticket confirmation?

After purchasing your tickets, a confirmation page will load and you will automatically receive your tickets by email. This email will usually come through after a few minutes, however, please keep an eye on your spam or junk mail if you have not received. 

If you are certain that you have not received the confirmation email and payment has been finalised, please contact the Northern Beaches Council Events Team on 1300 434 434 or email events@northernbeaches.nsw.gov.au.

Is there accessible seating?

We welcome everyone to our event. If you have any accessibility or inclusion requirement in order to fully participate, please let us know prior to attending the event by contacting events@nothernbeaches.nsw.gov.au or call 02 8495 6567.

What chair am I allowed to bring?

Only low lying chairs with bar legs, bean bags and picnic rugs are permitted. To ensure everyone enjoys the event, please leave your camping chairs (with four feet) at home - they are not permitted onsite. 

Can I bring my dog to the event?

Dogs are not permitted at this event. Assistance animals are allowed, please contact the Events Team. 

Can I bring my own food and drinks?

You are most welcome to BYO food and drinks or purchase from one of the onsite food trucks.

Please note, this is a glass free event.

Will there be water on site?

There are water stations for you to refill and refresh. Please bring your own water bottle. Note, no food vendors will be selling bottled water onsite. 

Can I bring my pram to the event?

Yes, you can bring your pram. There will be a designated pram parking space at the event for you to store your pram during the event.

Can I smoke/vape at the event?

No, our events are smoke free. Smoking and/or vaping is not permitted. 

What if it rains?

As this is an outdoor event, we are subject to weather and encourage you to bring wet weather gear (raincoat, ponchos, umbrellas, lined picnic rug) in case of light rain. 

In the event that Picnic in the Park is cancelled, ticketholders will receive communication from Northern Beaches Council via the event webpage, social media channels and email prior to the event.

What transport options do I have?

Visitors are encouraged to come by public transport to avoid congestion. Check for transport options and changes.

What happens if I cannot attend and/or change my mind?

This event is non-refundable, and no change of mind will be permitted. 

What happens if the event is cancelled?

Northern Beaches Council reserves the right to cancel the event at any time if it considers necessary and/or is in the interest of public safety due to dangerous conditions and/or force majeure. All cancellation notifications will be announced on the Northern Beaches Council event webpage, social media channels and direct email to ticketholders. 

We will do our best to reschedule the event. If we are unable to postpone, you will receive a full refund.

Northern Beaches Council will not tolerate inappropriate behaviour of a threatening, aggressive, or abusive nature towards our audience members, guests, volunteers, staff, or partner venue staff. Northern Beaches Council reserve the right to deny admission to the venue. 

This is an event for families.

All children 17 years and under must be accompanied by an adult at all times.

Film piracy, recording or copying is a criminal offence and violation of copyright.

Any person caught recording or copying any session will be removed immediately from the venue; all tickets will be cancelled, and every action will be taken to ensure that they are prosecuted to the full extent of both the criminal and the civil law. 

All sessions start at the time indicated in the program.

Program details are correct at the time of printing but are subject to change where necessary and without notice. Please check our event website for updates to the published program.