Howdy! It's hard to believe it's already been a year since we first baptized Downtown Tyler with the first Red Dirt BBQ & Music Festival. But here we are, a year later, just a few short days away from Round 2.

We're ready. Are you?

Everything you'll need to know, from parking, to beer, to music schedules, to BBQ joints and more is all right here. If you have a question that's not answered here, be sure and check our FAQ page here. Still no answer? Contact us here and we'll get back to you shortly.

Will there be tickets sold at the gate?

Red Dirt is completely sold out again this year. Unfortunately we will not have any tickets for sale at the gate.

My tickets are on my phone. Can you scan them from there?

Yep!

Where do we park?

We recommend parking at the new Fair Plaza Parking Garage at the corner of Broadway Ave. and Elm St. Parking is free in the garage on the weekend, and it's just a short walk from the gate. If the lot is full, there are plenty of lots around downtown where you can find a spot. Public spots are free on the weekends, but if you park at a business, we can't guarantee they won't charge.

What's the gate situation?

We had three gates last year, but we eliminated two since we made room for more bathrooms (yay!) and will have Broadway Ave. blocked off this year (another yay!). The only gate will be at the Broadway and Erwin St. intersection.

What's the gate schedule?

VIPs can begin checking in at noon. Check-in is at the VIP area at the gate where you will receive your t-shirt, drink coupons, koozie, etc. VIP entry is at 2 p.m. General admission entry is at 3 p.m., and gates open for the concert at 5:30 p.m.

Can we bring lawn chairs and/or blankets with us?

Yes! We will have areas for seating throughout the festival, but you are welcome to bring portable chairs with you. We do ask, though, that you be mindful during the concert and please stand if possible. That way all our attendees will be as close as possible to the stage.

What can we not bring with us?

Outside food or drinks, pets, vegetarianism and a party-pooper attitude.

What's the music schedule?

We'll have live music playing all day during the festival. Here's the lineup for the five-act concert:

  • The Bigsbys: 5 p.m.
  • Uncle Lucius: 6:30 p.m.
  • Kyle Park: 7:45 p.m.
  • Stoney LaRue: 9 p.m.
  • Josh Abbott Band: 10:30 p.m.
Will it be beer tickets again?

Yes. We will have three Shiner Beers tents where you can buy beer tickets. The price is the same ($4) and the ticket tents will accept cash only. There will be several ATMs on site if you need cash. One ticket = one drink. IDs will be checked at the gate rather than the beer ticket tents this year.

Are you going to run out of Shiner Light Blonde this year?

We ordered A LOT more, so we hope not! :)

Is the bathroom situation the same?

We ordered A LOT more, so we hope not! :) (see what we did there?)

Can we come and go from the festival?

Absolutely! You will receive a wristband at the gate that will allow you to come and go as you please through the gate. So, be sure you leave the wristband on all night. No wristband = no re-entry.

Will I need to bring cash?

We highly recommend it. If you are planning on drinking or shopping, you will need cash. It will be up to individual vendors on whether they will accept credit/debit cards. We will have several ATMs on site.

What if it rains?

We have a staff of 32 who are praying to everything Holy that it does not rain for Red Dirt. But if it does, the festival will go on, rain or shine. In the case of severe weather, festival officials will work closely with police and band management to ensure maximum safety. Canceled or delayed performances will only occur during severe weather situations. But IT. WILL. NOT. RAIN.

If you have any other questions, please feel free to give us a shout right here. We'll get back to you ASAP.

We'll see y'all at Red Dirt. Smoke on.

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