1. If I’m disabled, where do I park for handicap access?
A handicap parking lot will be available along Murphy Blvd. near the Amphitheatre in Landreth Park. You may access the parking lot using the northern entrance to Murphy Blvd. near Ozark Christian College.
2. What are the hours of operation for the festival?
Thursday 2:00pm-11:00pm, Friday 10:00am-11:00pm, Saturday 10:00am-11:00pm.
3. How do I get VIP buttons for the concerts?
Contact Kim Lester at 417.624.4150 or email her at klester@joplincc.com for details.
4. What are the rules for the beer garden?
Anyone attending the beer garden must be 21 years of age or older and must present a valid State issued driver’s license at the door. Any alcohol purchased at the beer garden must remain inside the designated area. See FESTIVAL RULES.
5. Can I bring my own cooler into the festival?
Personal coolers will not be allowed on festival grounds (unless used for infant supplies or medical/diabetic reasons). Any coolers found on festival grounds are subject to search and request for removal by festival staff/security. See FESTIVAL RULES.
6. Can I drop my kids off and pick them up later?
While there is no festival rule prohibiting this, the staff and security of Boomtown Days strongly advise against doing so. Boomtown Days strives to achieve an environment that is safe and family friendly but we encourage parental supervision at all times due to the large number of activities and people in attendance at the festival.
7. Where do I go if I want to be in Boomtown Idol?
Boomtown Idol will not be held at the Festival this year. Look for other competitions on the SCHEDULE page.
8. How do I enter the Car/Truck/Motorcycle show?
See SCHEDULE page for application information.
9. How do I enter the Boomtown Run ½ Marathon?
See SCHEDULE page for application information or log on to www.boomtownrun.com.
10. How can I be involved with Boomtown Days?
Boomtown Days is a community event dependant on volunteerism and sponsorship support. If you would like to find out how to help, click on the GET INVOLVED button for more information.
11. Who puts on the Boomtown Days Festival?
Boomtown Days is organized by an executive committee of volunteers comprised of leaders in the community with a dedication and willingness to further enhance the quality of activities in our community and the surrounding areas. For more information see the ABOUT US page.
12. How is the festival paid for?
Boomtown Days is primarily funded through corporate sponsorships and generates revenue through the sale of Boomer Buttons at admission gates. The festival also receives additional funding through a tourism grant offered by the Joplin Convention and Visitors Bureau.
13. Is camping available at Landreth park during festival?
There is no camping allowed in Landreth park. For information on campgrounds in Joplin call 800.657.2534 or log on to www.visitjoplinmo.com.
14. Where do I go if I’ve lost something?
Festival information tents will serve as stations for the Lost and Found. You may locate the tents using the festival map.
15. What is included with the cost of admission?
Admission price covers entrance into the festival and all children’s activities, carnival, concerts and live entertainment. Food and merchandise are not included in the admission price.
16. Can I be in festival grounds without an admission pass?
All those entering festival grounds must do so through an official gate which requires the purchase of a pass. Those without a pass or those not entering through an official gate will be escorted from the festival grounds. See FESTIVAL RULES.
17. Where can I pre-buy Boomer Buttons?
To be announced. Please check back.
18. Do I have to buy a new pass each day?
One day passes are available. However, if you are planning on attending for more than one day, weekend passes will be available also. If you purchase a one day pass and decide you would rather have a weekend pass, you may upgrade at the gate by paying the difference. If you have lost or forgotten your pass, you will be required to purchase a new one in order to remain on festival grounds.
19. Do I have to buy a pass for my kids too?
Yes, all children over the age of 1 are required to have a pass to be admitted to the festival and to participate in activities. Children under the age of 1 are not required to have a pass to gain admission to the festival but without a pass they will not be allowed to participate in activities such as face painting, petting zoo etc.
20. Can I smoke on festival grounds?
Smoking is allowed in designated areas ONLY due to extremely flammable propellants or materials in use by vendors, food service areas, generators, automobiles, specialized rides, Gator-type vehicles and other equipment/personnel. See FESTIVAL RULES.
21. Can I bring alcohol to the concert?
Any alcohol must be purchased in the beer garden and must remain in the designated beer garden area. NO outside alcohol is allowed. Any coolers or containers found are subject for search and request for removal by festival staff/security. See FESTIVAL RULES.
22. Who do I notify if I need help?
There will be police officers on duty at the festival to assist you in emergency situations. For non- emergency situations you may ask for assistance from any of the festival staff or inquire at the Volunteer/Information booth.
23. Does parking cost anything?
Festival parking does not cost anything. You must stay in designated areas. See FESTIVAL RULES.
24. Will there be a shuttle running to the festival?
To be announced. Please check back.
25. Can I bring my pets to the festival?
Pets are allowed on festival grounds but they must be on a leash. Person(s) owning or bringing any pets on the premises must clean up and properly dispose of pet refuse. See FESTIVAL RULES.
26. Can I bring lawn chairs in for the concert?
Yes. All Attendees are permitted to bring in lawn chairs, strollers and blankets. See FESTIVAL RULES.
27. What time does everything start?
Festival Hours are as follows: Thursday 2:00pm-11:00pm, Friday 10:00am-11:00pm, Saturday 10:00am-11:00pm. See SCHEDULE page for details on special events and concert times.
The City of Joplin, the Joplin Convention and Visitors Bureau and the Event Sponsors want you to enjoy Boomtown Days. If you are new to Joplin we hope you take the time to see our community. For more information on Joplin, click www.visitjoplinmo.com.
