GENERAL INFO
Travelers’ Rest is an all ages festival. Gates open each day at 2pm with music running from 3:30pm to 11:30pm each night. Children 2 & under are free. The event is rain or shine.
Directions
Travelers’ Rest is taking place at Big Sky Brewing Company Amphitheater located at 5417 Trumpeter Way – Missoula, Montana 59808. The venue is just off Interstate 90 at Airway Heights Blvd, west of downtown Missoula.
ATMs
We have ATMs are available on-site.
Yes, Of Course
Feel free to bring: blankets (no larger than 6’x6’ please), sunscreen, single person portable chairs, empty canteens or factory-sealed bottle of water (1 bottle per person). Small personal bags allowed but are subject to security search.
No Thank You, Please
Please do not bring: Outside food, beverages, animals, umbrellas, weapons, fireworks, multi-person or oversized chairs, professional cameras / video / audio or other recording devices (cell phones are OK), coolers, glass containers or beach balls.
Lost & Found
Lost items should be returned and claimed at the box office or the medical station. Feel free to hand any found item to any of our event personnel
Medical Attention
There is a first aid booth at the festival. If you need any assistance finding the booth, please ask any of our staff members and they will be happy to direct you.
Questions?
Shoot us a note HERE
TICKETS
General Admission Tickets
The box office opens at 12pm on Saturday, August 4 and Sunday, August 5. Customers who have tickets held at Will Call can pick them up at the venue box office, located in front of Big Sky Brewing Company Amphitheater. To claim your tickets, please present a valid photo ID OR the credit card used to purchase the tickets. Tickets are non-refundable. Big Sky Brewing Company Amphitheater and Knitting Factory Presents are not responsible for tickets purchased from third-party resellers (Stub Hub, Craigslist, VividSeats and unauthorized ticket vendors).
2-Day General Admission ticket holders: We are using a wristband system for entry to the festival. Tickets may be exchanged for a 2-Day General Admission wristband at the main entrance.
Please contact us via email for any additional questions HERE
VIP Tickets
The box office opens at 12pm on Saturday, August 4 and Sunday, August 5. Customers who have tickets held at Will Call can pick them up at the venue box office, located in front of Big Sky Brewing Company Amphitheater. To claim your tickets, please present a valid photo ID OR the credit card used to purchase the tickets. Tickets are non-refundable. Big Sky Brewing Company Amphitheater and Knitting Factory Presents are not responsible for tickets purchased from third-party resellers (Stub Hub, Craigslist, VividSeats and unauthorized ticket vendors).
2-Day VIP ticket holders: We are using a wristband system for entry to the festival. VIP ticket holders are asked to check in at the box office to receive their welcome packet and wristband.
VIP Amenities Include:
- Early Entry
- Priority Entrance
- Commemorative Laminate
- Limited Edition Silk Screened Travelers’ Rest Post, Signed by The Decemberists
- Private Bathrooms
- Hospitality Tent
- 2 Beverages Included Per Day (Beer & Wine With ID)
- Dedicated Main Stage Viewing Area
Please contact us via email for any additional questions HERE
PARKING & CAMPING
Parking Info
Parking is FREE and available in our designated parking lots. Look for parking attendants as you approach the venue. Overnight camping, large RV’s, and buses are not permitted in the parking lots. You may also park on the streets surrounding the venue. Please respect our neighbors and do not park in their lots or block their businesses.
Camping
While we do not provide camping space at Travelers’ Rest, the campgrounds below are located within a few minutes of the venue. Please remember that overnight vehicles, campers and trailers are not allowed in the official festival parking lots.
TRF SHUTTLE
Shuttle Tickets
Travelers’ Rest is pleased to offer a 2-way shuttle service to the festival. The pickup & drop-off locations are in Downtown Missoula and Reserve Street.
Shuttle tickets may be purchased, in advance HERE
Shuttle Tickets Will Not Be Offered After Friday, August 3 @ 8pm
Please contact us if you need ADA shuttle assistance HERE
Daily Shuttle Schedule:
1:30pm – 5:30pm & 8:00pm – 12:00am
Reserve Street Pickup & Drop Off:
Staybridge Suites – 120 Expressway – Missoula, MT
Downtown Pickup & Drop Off:
Intersection of Adams Street & Broadway Street
** If you selected will call tickets, please check in with the shuttle coordinator at the Reserve Street & Downtown shuttle stops. There is no need to go to the venue box office for your shuttle tickets.
FOOD & BEVERAGE
A variety of local food vendors will be available for sale on site. Beer, wine, water and soda will be available for purchase. Be sure to bring a valid ID for alcohol service. Outside food and beverages are not permitted with exception of an empty canteen or factory sealed bottles of water (1 bottle per person).
- The first authentic Thai food truck in Missoula.
- The finest quality wood fired pizza made from seasonal, local ingredients in a unique garlic-shaped pizza oven.
- A variety of menu items made from all natural, grass-fed bison meat.
- Simple, delicious, simply delicious paella. This family recipe has been passed down over generations using only the freshest quality ingredients.
- Popsicles made from local and organic ingredients.
- A variety of sweet and savory flavors of popcorn to satisfy all taste buds.
- Family owned downtown Missoula cantina serving a wide array of Mexican fare.
- Fresh, hot mini-donuts made right in front of you.
- Montana’s premium gourmet coffee roaster offering a full menu of coffee and espresso drinks.
- Handcrafted ice cream that has been named one of the bests in the country by Food & Wine Magazine and USA Today.
- A local Missoula food truck specializing in original cheesesteaks and fries.
- Taking hot dogs and polish sausages to a new level.
HOTELS & TRANSPORTATION
Hotels
Missoula hotels closest to Big Sky Brewing Company Amphitheater
Wingate
Stone Creek Lodge
Staybridge Suites
TownePlace Suites by Marriott
Hilton Garden Inn
Super 8
La Quinta
Hampton Inn
To see the most up to date hotels and housing availability in Missoula, please use STAY 22 on our home page or visit the official Travelers’ Rest Fest section on STAY 22.
Airlines
The following airlines have flights into Missoula. We recommend booking your travel early, as flights often fill quickly during the summer.
Delta Airlines
Alaska Airlines
United Airlines
American Airlines
Additionally, Spokane International Airport (Airway Heights, WA) and Bozeman Yellowstone International Airport (Bozeman, MT) is serviced by most airlines and each location is a 3 hour drive from the festival site.
ADA INFO
Persons With Disabilities
Travelers’ Rest is presented on a grass lawn setting. A limited number of spaces are held in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. We encourage all guests with special needs to contact our office at 208.343.8883 or email us at TR@KnittingFactory.com prior to the event date and every reasonable effort will be made to accommodate. You may also locate an event employee at the venue prior to the show starting to make arrangements.
LOCAL EATS & SHOPS
Eat Local
The Tamarack
Iron Horse
The Pearl
Plonk
Biga Pizza
Burns Street Bistro
Catalyst Café
Notorious PIG
Finn & Porter
Five on Black
Hob Nob Café
James Bar
Red Bird
Sawadee Thai Restaurant
Thomas Meagher Bar
The Shack
Big Dipper Ice Cream
Sweet Peaks
Shop Local
Ear Candy Music
Firefly
Bettys Divine
Hide and Sole
The Green Light
Cloth & Crown
Rockin’ Rudy’s
Butterfly Herbs
Hike the M
Hike the L
Missoula Farmers Markets at Caras Park (Saturday 8am – 12:30pm)
Peoples Market on Higgins (Saturday 9am – 1pm)
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