know before you go
THING is right around the corner. We look forward to seeing you:
August 9-11, 2024
Gates at noon each day.
Kids 12 and under are free
Re-entry allowed
Rain or shine!
Most activities and performances take place in open-air spaces. Check the Carnation weather forecast and plan accordingly.
TRAFFIC ALERT: SR 520 is closed across Lake Washington this weekend. Use I-90 or other routes if you are coming from Seattle, and allow extra travel time. More info on 520 closure
VIP Info
VIP TICKET AMENITIES INCLUDE:
Exclusive access to VIP Lounge with indoor & outdoor seating, two (2) drink tickets per day, coat and bag check, private cash bar, dedicated food available for purchase, complimentary non-alcoholic beverages, private restrooms, cell phone charging stations, Wi-Fi , and more!
Reserved seating section at both outdoor stages, available on a first-come basis
Onsite dedicated concierge service with STG staff available to answer all of your questions
Priority parking onsite near all the action
10% off THING official merchandise
Access to special behind-the-scenes and pop-up experiences
Admission to Remlinger Farms Fun Park included
*Please note: Drink tickets only come with paid VIP tickets.
Avoid the lines- VIP grants you early access into the festival each day starting at 11:00am.
VIP PARKING: Please print the page below and place it on your dashboard. If printing is not an option, you can show this page to the parking attendant on your mobile device. You will then be directed to the VIP parking lot. Refer to the festival grounds map for additional guidance.
CHECK IN: Receive your wristbands and drink tickets at the VIP tent at the main gates. Show your tickets or provide your name.
We highly suggest you go to the VIP lounge as soon as you check in and receive your wristband. This will allow you to get a most up to date lounge schedule for the day.
VIP LOUNGE SCHEDULE: Open daily from 11:00am-10:30pm
Friday:
Performance by Jenner Fox, Johnny Bregar & Natalie Akers 12:00-1:00
Acupuncture 2:00-6:00
Performance by Wyatt Silva 5:30-6:15
Acoustic set by Pete Droge
Chair Massages
Tastings by our sponsors
Saturday:
Henna Tattoos 12:00-3:00
Q&A with Ratboys 4:30
Performance by Alana Edwards & Isaiah Banks 5:30-6:15
Q&A with Ian Shelton of Militarie Gun
Chair Massages
Tastings by our sponsors
Sunday:
Performance by Osvaldo "Ozzie” Ribas 1:00-2:00
Q&A with Blind Pilot 2:00
Cartoonist drawings
Tastings by our sponsors
QUESTIONS? Contact the VIP Experience team at thingvip@stgpresents.org
Schedule and Grounds Map
Click for a full schedule of events
All artists, set times, and stages are subject to change without notice. Follow us on social media for updates throughout the festival.
Click for a larger map of Remlinger Farms grounds
Getting Here
Remlinger Farms
32610 NE 32nd St
Carnation, Washington 98014
(Approximately 45 minutes east of Seattle)
TRAFFIC ALERT: SR 520 is closed across Lake Washington this weekend. Use I-90 or other routes if you are coming from Seattle, and allow extra travel time. More info on 520 closure
Traffic Revision Alert: The NE Tolt Hill Road will be reduced to single lane restrictions managed by a temporary traffic light in order to repair a retaining wall under the bridge. For More Information visit NE Tolt Hill Road Slide Repair Project - King County, Washington
Parking is free with event ticket, or if you prefer to shuttle...
Rally to Remlinger Farms provides transportation from Seattle. Roundtrip tickets are $50 plus taxes.
SHUTTLE LOCATION:
Seattle Rally Point: Paramount Theatre – 911 Pine St
Please log in to confirm your tickets prior to leaving for the show. Your digital tickets can be displayed on your device’s screen, either in the website or on your Ticketmaster app or can be saved to your digital wallet. Feel free to transfer tickets to friends, but note that SafeTix barcodes regenerate every few seconds, making screenshot copies invalid for entry. And remember to charge your phone.
Purchased via Ticketmaster.com: Log in here
Purchased from venue box office: Log in here
Box office purchasers: If you bought a paper ticket at the window, this step is optional. Your paper ticket is good at the door.
Remlinger's onsite box office opens 2 hours prior to show time.
Permitted Items
Empty non-glass reusable water bottles – filling stations will be available on site
Reasonably sized strollers
Handheld umbrellas will be permitted - however, they must not obstruct the view of others
Low seat chairs welcome – under 24” H. Please note: there will be a chair-free zone located in front of each stage
Sunscreen
Blankets (note: battery-powered blankets not allowed)
Prohibited Items
Aerosol Cans
Alcohol
Animals/Pets (except service animals)
Audio/Video Recording Equipment
Balloons, Beach Balls or related items
Battery-operated clothing or blankets
Cans, Bottles, Glass or containers (empty plastic water bottles are allowed)
Chains, Studded Bracelets, etc.
Use of Cigarettes, Marijuana, Vape Pens, etc.
Coolers or Ice Chests
Drones
Flash cameras, professional cameras, digital cameras with zoom lenses, and tape/video recording devices
Flowtoys
Glow Sticks
Illegal Drugs and/or paraphernalia
Laser Pens and Pointers
Noisemaking Devices: whistles, air horns, etc.
Outside Food, Beverages, Bottled Water, etc.
Pamphlets, fliers, handbills (unless previously approved)
Poles/Sticks to display flags, banners, etc.
Signs, banners, flags, etc.
Skateboards, Rollerblades, Bikes, etc.
Weapons of any kind: pepper spray, tear gas, handcuffs, stun guns, etc. *
Any other item deemed inappropriate by the Event Management Team.
*Weapons are not allowed at Remlinger Farms events, regardless of any licenses or permits. This includes firearms, pepper spray, tasers, knives and other threatening objects of any kind (determined at the discretion of our security staff). Patrons who attempt to bring such items into our venues will be asked to return them to their vehicle. STG will not hold or be responsible for any such items. Unattended items left outside the facility doors will be discarded to ensure patron safety.
Things to note
No outside food or drink
Remlinger Farms has a variety of food and drink options, include beer, wine, and non-alcoholic beverages. Vegan and gluten free options available.
Remlinger Farms accepts credit cards and major digital payments (Apple Pay, Samsung). Note that some areas, such as the food forest, do not accept cash.
Fun park is open 12pm-8pm
Microbrewery open 12pm-9pm (last call is 9pm)
Accessible parking is available with an ADA parking placard. Carpooling is encouraged. The holder of the ADA placard must be in the vehicle, either as a driver or passenger. ADA shuttles will be available to take guests from the main parking lot to the venue grounds.
Venue facilities include ADA accessible restrooms, ramps, & viewing areas.
Service animals as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) are allowed. Service animals are defined as dogs that are individually trained to do work or perform tasks for people with disabilities.
Have any questions or need assistance? Email: thingaccess@stgpresents.org or call 1-206-709-5024.
If you need an overnight place to stay, take a look here: official hotel partners, accommodations packages, and camping locations.
If you need anything else, contact us at thingnw@stgpresents.org during business hours.