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    The North Shore Center is thrilled to be presenting the first ever Off North Shore: Skokie Music Festival, in partnership with the Village of Skokie and Skokie Park District. We have put together a Music Festival that we hope will provide both loyal and new patrons an opportunity to enjoy a variety of music and a great outdoor festival experience.

     

    THINGS TO KNOW

    • All the artists will perform inside at the North Shore Center. Additional activities will be available outside in the back parking lot of the Center. Tickets will be required for entry into the building, and ticket holders will be able to go in and out throughout the festival.
    • The North Shore Center provides its guests, performers and employees with enhanced safety procedures including the screening of all guests and their carry-in bags or purses for any prohibited items. We ask all guests to arrive early and travel light. Click HERE for full details including a list of prohibited items.

    DO YOU HAVE DETAILS ABOUT THE FESTIVAL?

    • Why yes, we do! Click HERE to review all details including location, directions, parking and concessions.

     

    WHERE IS THE CONCERT?

    • OFF NORTH SHORE: SKOKIE MUSIC FESTIVAL will take place INSIDE at the North Shore Center for the Performing Arts in Skokie.

     

    WHAT ARE MY PARKING & PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION OPTIONS?

    • DIRECTIONS: Visit the Directions & Parking page for full details.
    • PARKING: Parking is plentiful and FREE at the North Shore Center. There may be traffic control officers at the facility entrances to direct you to parking areas. We appreciate your cooperation as they assist you in getting parked and into the theatre in a timely manner.
    • PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION: A full list of options can be found here, scroll down to Public Transportation

     

    HOW DO I BUY TICKETS?

    • Tickets for Friday can be purchased HERE and Saturday tickets can be purchased HERE. or in person at the North Shore Center box office located at 9501 Skokie Boulevard (Tue-Sat: 11am-5pm or until showtime on shownights at the facility; Sun opens two hours before showtime on show days).

     

    CAN I GET A REFUND?

    • Unfortunately, tickets are non-refundable.

     

    WHEN DO THE GATES OPEN?

    • The festival will open at 4pm on Friday, June 21 and 2pm on Saturday, June 22.

     

    IS THERE RE-ENTRY?

    • Re-entry into the North Shore Center will be allowed so that everyone can take advantage of the additional activities available in the back parking lot throughout the day. Follow signage for re-entry.

     

    ARE THERE SAFETY PROTOCOLS?

    • Off North Shore Festival will provide all guests, performers and employees with enhanced safety procedures including the screening of all guests and their clear carry-in bags or small clutch purses for any prohibited items. We ask all guests to arrive early and travel light. Each guest must have a ticket, pass or credential to gain entrance to the festival.  All guests are subject to visual inspections of all purses or bags as well as hand-held metal detection screenings.

     

    ARE BAGS ALLOWED INSIDE?

    • Purses or bags larger than 12” x 6” x 12” are not permitted.  Diaper bags and medical bags will be permitted and subject to search.  Clear bags are required to keep the entry process moving quickly.  Guests may return any prohibited items to their vehicle or dispose of the items prior to entering.  Venue staff will not safeguard any personal belongings or items of any type.

     

    AM I ABLE TO TRANSFER MY TICKETS?

    • Ticket transfers are permitted using your Ticketmaster account. Feel free to contact the box office if you have questions.

     

    I LOST MY HARD-COPY TICKETS. WHAT DO I DO?

    • Stop by the box office and they can provide you with replacement tickets. Please remember to present valid ID and form of payment used.

     

    DO YOU ACCEPT CREDIT CARDS?

    • Credit & Debit Cards are the preferred method of payment at box office and concessions. Merchandise and food vendors may choose to accept cash.

     

    IS THERE AN AGE RESTRICTION ON THIS SHOW?

    • No. Is it worth noting that all patrons entering the North Shore Center must be ticketed, regardless of age.

     

    WHAT FOOD AND DRINKS WILL BE AVAILABLE?

    • Our concessions operation will provide a full selections of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages. There will also be a large assortment of concession snacks. Additionally, food trucks will be available outside throughout each day. Check back for a lineup of vendors once those are announced. Outside food, drink and coolers will NOT be permitted.

     

    WHAT’S YOUR PHOTO AND VIDEO POLICY?

    • Note: Photo policies are at the discretion of the performer and may change from night-to-night.
    • North Shore Center’s general policy is: Professional cameras, designated as any devices with detachable lenses, are prohibited. Flash is prohibited on all devices.

     

    ITEMS PROHIBITED AT OFF NORTH SHORE: SKOKIE MUSIC FESTIVAL

    • Air horns, speakers, noisemakers, whistles, fireworks or similar items
    • Animals, except for certified service animals assisting guests with disabilities
    • Backpacks, large bags, suitcases or sealed or wrapped packages
    • Balloons, beach balls or other inflatable items
    • Bottles, cans, thermoses, flasks – or any similar containers
    • Computers, laptops or tablets
    • Cameras with detachable lenses
    • Diaper bags and medical bags ARE permitted but are subject to visual inspection.
    • Drones or other model aircraft
    • Drugs (illegal), including paraphernalia
    • Face paint and costume-type face masks (medical face masks allowed)
    • Flag poles or any support frames for banners/signs
    • Food or beverage of any kind (except for factory-sealed bottled water)
    • Hazardous materials including chemicals and aerosol cans
    • Large Umbrellas
    • Laser pointers, laser products, flashlights
    • Selfie sticks, tripods or monopods
    • Signs, posters, banners
    • Skateboards, roller skates, roller blades, skate shoes or bicycles
    • Vaping, e-cigarettes – smoking zones are designated
    • Video or audio recording devices
    • Weapons of any kind; including but not limited to knives, guns, box cutters, pocketknives, blades, tools, mace, pepper spray, explosives, brass knuckles, stun guns, handcuffs, sticks, clubs, batons, and anything else the staff deems unacceptable.
    • Any item management deems a safety hazard or that would diminish the guest experience, including signs or garments deemed offensive

    North Shore Center for the Performing Arts in Skokie does not assume responsibility for any personal belongings lost or damaged during the festival weekend. Any lost and found items of value will be held at the North Shore Center box office for 60 days after the event. Please call 847-673-6300 to check for an item and/or arrange reclaiming lost items.

     

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