Parking situation at the Gorge

[rab41]

I am traveling each day from Yakima. Is parking going to be an issue?

[mxpxillini35]

Shouldn't be...what hotel are you at?

[clwatt3]

What time are you planning on getting there?

Do you have VIP parking? That would make it easier getting out of there each night if you are in a hurry to get back.

[dmbforever]

What time are you planning on getting there?

Do you have VIP parking? That would make it easier getting out of there each night if you are in a hurry to get back.

what Watt said: VIP parking would be the route to go

[mxpxillini35]

+2 on the VIP parking...

[usfice6]

+3 on VIP parking, get it if you can. General Parking and leaving the Gorge after the shows is usually a gigantic pain in the ass.

[rockbridge]

I bought VIP 3 day passes for Gorge and didn't realize they didn't come with VIP parking passes like most events....Anybody got VIP parking they might not need?

[mxpxillini35]

I bought VIP 3 day passes for Gorge and didn't realize they didn't come with VIP parking passes like most events....Anybody got VIP parking they might not need?

That's BS that it doesn't come with it...did you buy it through the wh?

[rab41]

I am staying at a hotel in Yakima. Currently I don't have any parking passes. Does anyone have any extra for sale?

[mxpxillini35]

Well, if you're at the Hilton Garden Inn, be sure you're under the group block that's setup for "Dave Matthews Band", for $109/night

[ali815]

Yes! Parking passes are great. If you get the Livenation VIP ones I know at least in years past that you can buy them right at the gate and they direct you off to a different lot than the general area but because of it being a festival where gates open earlier than before I have no idea how fast it will fill up. Are they already sold out at livenation.com?

I bought Platinum parking passes again this year - they are my favorite because you go in a different entrance and are down towards the buses about halfway down the hill - you enter in a separate area by the food/bars and you have the shortest distance to walk to leave, without having to make the slow, long trek back to the front entrance and my lazy bones loves it.

[rockbridge]

That's BS that it doesn't come with it...did you buy it through the wh?

Yes, I didn't even pay attention to the parking until the envelope came sans passes!

[rockbridge]

Yes! Parking passes are great. If you get the Livenation VIP ones I know at least in years past that you can buy them right at the gate and they direct you off to a different lot than the general area but because of it being a festival where gates open earlier than before I have no idea how fast it will fill up. Are they already sold out at livenation.com?

I bought Platinum parking passes again this year - they are my favorite because you go in a different entrance and are down towards the buses about halfway down the hill - you enter in a separate area by the food/bars and you have the shortest distance to walk to leave, without having to make the slow, long trek back to the front entrance and my lazy bones loves it.

It won't let me buy any

[ali815]

dang that's crazy, I didn't even realize they ever sold out. I'll keep my eyes peeled for some.

[rab41]

Well, if you're at the Hilton Garden Inn, be sure you're under the group block that's setup for "Dave Matthews Band", for $109/night

Staying at the Howard Johnson for $69.95...traveling solo from PA (wife couldn't take off work the first week of school) so if you are planning any good parties shoot me a PM.

[ali815]

I might have an extra platinum pass for friday. I also might unfortunately have 2 ga tickets. :bang

[bryant41]

I might have an extra platinum pass for friday. I also might unfortunately have 2 ga tickets. :bang
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[Bob Dylan]

What is a platinum pass?

Different parking lot.

[rockbridge]

I bought VIP 3 day passes for Gorge and didn't realize they didn't come with VIP parking passes like most events....Anybody got VIP parking they might not need?

Parking passes found!!!!

[School]

Parking passes found!!!!

opperation merch is in effect

[dancingnancy34]

opperation merch is in effect

What time are you guys getting there? I'm thinking 10?? Will that be early enough?

[usfice6]

What time are you guys getting there? I'm thinking 10?? Will that be early enough?

I was figuring on getting in line on Friday between 10-11, should be plenty safe, you gotta figure a lot of people still won't even be at the Gorge yet, lots travel in on Friday morning/afternoon.

[dancingnancy34]

I was figuring on getting in line on Friday between 10-11, should be plenty safe, you gotta figure a lot of people still won't even be at the Gorge yet, lots travel in on Friday morning/afternoon.

Right-- good call. And a lot of the people that will be there that early will be running for the rail... us merch freaks are a select few!!

[TDunk]

10 or 11? shiiit.

[usfice6]

10 or 11? shiiit.

I didn't say I wouldn't have an adult beverage or two stashed in my backback while I wait :)

[School]

Right-- good call. And a lot of the people that will be there that early will be running for the rail... us merch freaks are a select few!!

i was thinking about running the rail and having my girlfriend get merch. if you want me to do that you guys can join me once you get all the merch

[School]

i think sucking it up the first do to get the merch we all want is the way to go

[School]

do the people that camp out sleep in line

[usfice6]

i was thinking about running the rail and having my girlfriend get merch. if you want me to do that you guys can join me once you get all the merch

you're dedicated, I know I don't have the patience to sit there all day

[usfice6]

do the people that camp out sleep in line

No, not that I've ever seen...this will be my 4th trip out there

[usfice6]

The camping is separate from the venue, it's a solid little walk to get to the gate.

[TDunk]

I'm confused about people running for the rail. What are the details on this and do you really stay in the same spot all day?

[TDunk]

I didn't say I wouldn't have an adult beverage or two stashed in my backback while I wait :)that sounds more like it.

[dancingnancy34]

i was thinking about running the rail and having my girlfriend get merch. if you want me to do that you guys can join me once you get all the merch

nice!! ya I think it's definitely worth it to get there early and get the merch taken care of. Otherwise, I can't enjoy myself. I'm just that addicted. Esp. since I don't have a guitar strap yet and it's my first Gorge trek.

[ali815]

I can't imagine sitting out there all day waiting. It's supposed to be in the 80's and 90's all weekend so stay hydrated! :)

Considering that right now in Seattle it's 57, cloudy, and a bit drizzly, I actually think I would die sitting out in the sun for that long :lol

I do wish I could make it there early for merch but it's not looking very likely since I don't have 3 day passes and would need to use the re-entry.

[vortec42]

What do you "rail people" do for going to the bathroom, etc? I've always wanted to do that at least once, but my gf doesn't like to be crowded in, so if I ever do it I'd probably be solo. Do you have a 'rail buddy' who holds a spot for you when you take a break? Or is that frowned upon?

Sorry, this should probably be posted in my "dumb questions" thread. Don't call me jwally.

[rockbridge]

What do you "rail people" do for going to the bathroom, etc? I've always wanted to do that at least once, but my gf doesn't like to be crowded in, so if I ever do it I'd probably be solo. Do you have a 'rail buddy' who holds a spot for you when you take a break? Or is that frowned upon? Sorry, this should probably be posted in my "dumb questions" thread. Don't call me jwally.

Yes, you get a rail buddy and take turns getting beer, food, taking a leak, etc...

[usfice6]

Sorry, this should probably be posted in my "dumb questions" thread. Don't call me jwally.

Classic:lmao

[dancingnancy34]

What do you "rail people" do for going to the bathroom, etc? I've always wanted to do that at least once, but my gf doesn't like to be crowded in, so if I ever do it I'd probably be solo. Do you have a 'rail buddy' who holds a spot for you when you take a break? Or is that frowned upon?

Sorry, this should probably be posted in my "dumb questions" thread. Don't call me jwally.

The one time I was up front at the rail... it was the most enjoyable, comfortable show experience ever. Because you don't have to worry about people pushing you from all over the place... everyone just stays in place and you have a rail to hold on to. Your gf would probably enjoy it more than being back further in the crowd... taken from someone who doesn't like being crowded in...

[vortec42]

Well that doesn't sound too bad. If I'm ever solo I'll have to hook up with one of yous. (for rail buddying, get your minds out of the gutter)

[School]

you're dedicated, I know I don't have the patience to sit there all day

im a tool and slayer fan you think i like all that other stuff at the caravan lol

[School]

I'm confused about people running for the rail. What are the details on this and do you really stay in the same spot all day?

hit the rail and make friends. once friends are make you take turns on holding down the fort

[School]

I can't imagine sitting out there all day waiting. It's supposed to be in the 80's and 90's all weekend so stay hydrated! :)

Considering that right now in Seattle it's 57, cloudy, and a bit drizzly, I actually think I would die sitting out in the sun for that long :lol

I do wish I could make it there early for merch but it's not looking very likely since I don't have 3 day passes and would need to use the re-entry.

im 3 caravans in im used to it lol

[dancingnancy34]

so dumb question... does the Gorge merch stands take credit cards? I know the Alpine ones do.... just wondering how much cash to bring

[School]

so dumb question... does the Gorge merch stands take credit cards? I know the Alpine ones do.... just wondering how much cash to bring

they do but bring cash the merch guy will come to you faster

[dancingnancy34]

they do but bring cash the merch guy will come to you faster

gracias

[usfice6]

they do but bring cash the merch guy will come to you faster

This...

I know at at least one stand last year the CC machine went down and they were only taking cash for a time, always safe bet to have it on hand

[School]

i just want to make sure we can guarentee all attending dpers get the merch we all need then we can let the trickle down take effect

[dancingnancy34]

i just want to make sure we can guarentee all attending dpers get the merch we all need then we can let the trickle down take effect

oh my game face is on. We will succeed

[dancingnancy34]

Is it weird that I'm equally as excited for the merch as I am for the shows?

[School]

Is it weird that I'm equally as excited for the merch as I am for the shows?

lol never i have purchased 24 staps over the last month

[RiotAct]

so dumb question... does the Gorge merch stands take credit cards? I know the Alpine ones do.... just wondering how much cash to bring

yeah unless they all break like at C'Ville N2 last fall :lol

[STEP2DMB]

i just want to make sure we can guarentee all attending dpers get the merch we all need then we can let the trickle down take effect

I like where your head is at. I'll give you a call sometime Thursday to meet up for some drinks. Should be with some other DPers also.