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age restrictions

  • ParkWaves (‘PW’) is a licensed event for a mature audience 16+ years.
  • All young people aged 16+ (‘MINOR’) are required to be accompanied by a responsible adult and each person attending must have their own valid ticket. During the purchase process anyone buying a Minor ticket will be required to also have someone purchase an Over18+ ticket and provide information on the adult you will be attending with. Each responsible adult will be able to have 2 minors attend with them. This information will be collected and collated for medical and operational usage at the event.
  • Unfortunately we are not able to welcome anyone under the age of 16 to the event, including babes in arms.
  • The event has the capacity to be very loud, have high intensity crowd movements, bands that may use profanities in their performance and patrons drinking alcohol. Children under 16 years of age will not be admitted as PW cannot guarantee the health and safety of small children or babies.
  • All patrons 18+ and minors who are 16 and 17 years of age, will be required to provide current Photo ID to gain entry to the event/s. This could be a valid passport, Keypass ID (Australia Post), Valid State Learner's Permit or state issued Proof of Age or Australian School ID card.
  • If you are found at the event without your responsible adult  and your wristband on, you and your responsible adult  may be ejected from the event for breach of safety and licencing conditions.

safety at park waves

  • You must have a current Photo ID to enter. All patrons must have a ticket and it is an offence to enter the venue without a ticket. Photo ID is required to purchase alcohol regardless of your age. It is illegal to provide minors with alcohol and anyone caught doing so may be prosecuted and ejected from the event.
  • Some of the artists appearing at PW may use lyrics, language or gestures whilst entertaining that some people may find offensive. If such language or behaviour concerns you, please do not attend. If you believe such language or behaviour is unsuitable for minors, please do not allow them to attend.
  • Remember to bring ID, your ticket, important phone numbers, sun block, any medication you may need, a hat and charged mobile phone. If you have any chronic conditions or illness (ie asthma, diabetes, epilepsy) be sure to carry information regarding your condition &emergency contact number on you at all times.
  • If you require prescription medication during the festival, please ensure you carry a copy of your prescription, keep the medication in its prescribed packaging, and only bring in the amount you require during your time at Park Waves.
  • Allow enough time to get to &into the show. It can take some time to get through the gates & security checks depending on the time of day so please be patient.
  • Make sure you dress in accordance with the weather forecast, wear sensible shoes & clothes.  
  • We warn you to expect the constabulary and canine associates to make one of their customary festival appearances. Possession and/or consumption of illegal substances will not be allowed.
  • Any patron found to be unduly intoxicated or under the influence of drugs on arrival or within the venue will be referred to police or security as the case may be.
  • A small bag or backpack is allowed but remember that it will take longer to get into the show & if you want to cloak it in, it will add more queues to your day.
  • Check the ticket conditions for ‘Prohibited Items’ conditions such as Video cameras, alcohol & umbrellas. No spike collars, studded belts etc will be allowed.
  • Make sure you pace yourself, drink plenty of water, eat some food that will give you some energy & be sure to get rest, when you can, to maximise your enjoyment on the day.
  • Patrons are permitted to bring in 1 empty water bottle (no glass, steel, or aluminium). There are free water stations located around the site to refill your empty bottles once inside. There is free water at all bars.

security at park waves

  • Whether it’s entering, leaving orin the festival you will be required to abide by any reasonable request or command from event security. Remember that they are primarily there to keep the entire festival safe.
  • If you need help or see someone needing help, please notify security straight away. Crowd surfing, moshing & circle dancing are dangerous activities & will not be tolerated. Offenders will either be banned from the area or possibly removed from the site. 
  • PW will not accept violence in any form and any incidence of violence will result in immediate removal from the site. In serious cases, individuals may be handed over to Police or relevant authorities.

prohibited items

Park Waves Festival (PW) is a 16+ licensed event.
Anything that could cause harm is a prohibited item and will not be permitted entry to the venue.

This includes but is not limited to:

  • Portable seating of any kind
  • Tables, eskies or coolers, umbrellas, tents or sun shelters
  • Alcohol, illicit and synthetic drugs
  • Prescription drugs that are not in original container and without the pharmacy stickers issued in the name of the ticket holder
  • Glass & aluminium containers (plastic water bottles are permitted)
  • Liquids other than lotions (empty water bottles that are not glass or aluminium are permitted)
  • Professional Audio /Visual Recording Devices(excluding mobile phones and go pros)
  • Drones
  • Culturally Insensitive Items & Attire
  • Anything Studded (Chokers, Belts &Wristbands)
  • Flags & Poles
  • Promotional materials-stickers & flyers
  • Air Horns & Megaphones
  • Weapons or dangerous items including explosives, laser pointers or selfie sticks
  • Flares, Fireworks & Sparklers
  • Bicycles, skateboards, surfboards, hoverboards, scooters or personalised motor vehicles.
  • Animals (excluding authorised guide companion dogs)
  • No liquids are permitted onto site for security reasons; there is free water available at all bars and at multiple points throughout the site.
  • Additional items maybe found prohibited at the discretion of event security or Police.

All items deemed prohibited excluding illegal substances must be cloaked externally at the cloakroom located alongside the entry.

emergency evacuation

Under extreme & unlikely circumstances, a building, area or the entire site may be required to be evacuated or cleared. It will be imperative for you to follow all instructions and directions from emergency services, police, fire brigade and / or security that would be requested of you in such a situation. Remember these people are only there to help, so please pay attention.

first aid

There will be First Aid located onsite to treat people who are genuinely ill or have injured themselves on the day. This location can be found on our patron maps which will be formally released in the coming months ahead of the festival.

Try to minimise your demands on them if it does not relate to real issues as they have a very long and demanding day. More than 50% of all First Aid Calls are related to cut feet and sunburn – please wear shoes and bring sunblock.

cameras

No professional photography equipment is permitted however, point and shoot cameras and mobile phones are fine. No recording devices of any kind will be permitted.

free water stations

There will be free water stations located around the site. Please ask security or consult the site map.

public transport

Full transport and parking information will be made available on the PW website in the coming period. Please check for information specific to the event your attending HERE

accessibility

PW will be an accessible friendly event as much as we can possibly make it. There will be an accessible viewing platform with stage views made available at each event site (where possible). Disabled toilets are available onsite. We suggest that you are accompanied by a friend as with all major events navigating through the crowds can be difficult and we recommend that you stay clear of the mosh pits.

For further information, please see our Accessibility FAQs here or email info@destroyalllines.com

carers and companions

We understand that some people have a need for a full time carer or companion. PW will allow a valid ticket holder one free entry ticket for their legitimate carer or companion. Please purchase your required ticket and then e-mail info@oztix.com.au with your current carer or companion card information, or written proof of your status as a Carer and we will issue you one free ticket.

concessions

There is only one price for all GA tickets irrespective if minor or 18+. VIP tickets are only available to 18+ patrons only.

food stalls

If you are interested in applying for a Food stall, please email: info@destroyalllines.com

sponsors

If your business or brand is interested inbecoming part of Park Waves 2026, please email: belle@destroyalllines.com

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