Welcome back to Gov Ball! We're so excited to open the gates of Flushing Meadows Corona Park for an amazing weekend of live music and fun! Your VIP perks will help you make the most of your weekend with relaxed seating, a private bar and more!
We’ve compiled this guide to help you take full advantage of everything VIP has to offer. We’ve also included essential info on our general festival details. Be sure to share this with everyone in your group so all are in-the-know. And if there is anything we left off, email info@govball.com with questions. We can’t wait to see you!
2024 Gov Ball Entry Policy
Bring your festival wristband
How to Dress & What to Bring Dress for comfort and be sure to check the weather forecast before you head out the door. The festival grounds are a combination of paved surfaces, gravel and grass, so choose your footwear accordingly. We recommend a hat and sunglasses, along with your non-aerosol sunscreen, but if you forget anything, the festival store has lots of great merchandise offerings!
Review this link to be sure you are in compliance with our bag policy and to see what items are allowed and prohibited.
VIP Wristbands
Will-Call: If your wristbands were not mailed to you and are at Will Call, you can pick them up at the Festival Box Office. A government-issued ID is required to verify your order and pick up tickets.
Box Office Location and Hours
Wristband Activation
Wristband activation ensures a smooth process when entering the festival each day and allows you to add emergency contact information to your wristband. All you need to do is enter your wristband ID number (located on the inside of your wristband) and contact info to activate.
Gov Ball takes place at Flushing Meadows Corona Park in Queens, NY, 11368. The festival is from Friday, June 7 – Sunday, June 9, 2024.
VIP Viewing Areas
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GOVBALLNYC Stage presented by Verizon:
- Front-of-Stage Viewing - Located on the LEFT side if looking at the stage. Directly accessible from the VIP Lounge hosted by Rakuten
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GoPuff Stage:
- Front-of-Stage Viewing - Located on the RIGHT side if looking at the stage. Directly accessible from the VIP Lounge hosted by Rakuten
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IHG Hotels & Resorts Stage:
- Front-of-Stage Viewing - Located on the RIGHT side if looking at the stage. Directly accessible from the VIP Lounge at IHG Stage
If that wasn't enough for your weekend, check out these extras for you at the festival!
Dedicated Entry Lanes into festival - look for the GA+/VIP Entry lanes
Express Lane at festival merch store