2008 Dates
October 31 - November 2, 2008.
Rain or shine, SPI Music Fest rocks, grooves and makes you smile!
The festival starts rocking on Friday at 4pm and ends Sunday around 4pm. Check back on September 16 for the final lineup announcement and festival grid information!
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Venue Capacity Information
All SPI Music Fest venues are limited by capacity and admittance will be allowed on a first-come, first-serve basis with VIP and ”Weekend Pass” ticket holders given entry first.SPI Fest Island Map
Click on the image below to find out where all the venues are located for SPI Music Fest.
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Tickets
Tickets provide access to all Festival venues.
3-Day and Single-Day ticket holders must exchange a valid ticket for a weekend wristband. Wristbands are non-transferable, non-exchangeable and cannot be replaced. Wristbands must be worn for entry into the Festival.
Children 10 and under are free when accompanied by a ticket-holding adult. You must be 18 years or older to enter “The Backyard” venue.Where to Buy Tickets
Tickets can be purchased through our ticketing partner, Ticketmaster.com. To buy tickets online, click here. To purchase tickets by phone, call (956) 668-7740 or the Ticketmaster Express Line (866) 448-7849.
To buy tickets in the Rio Grande Valley, please visit any of the following Ticketmaster locations:
- Macy’s - Mall Del Norte
5300 San Dario
Laredo, Texas 78041 - Macy’s - La Plaza Mall
2100 S. 10th St.
McAllen, Texas 78503 - HEB - Laredo, Texas
1301 Guadalupe St.
4801 San Dario
210 West Del Mar Blvd.
781 McPherson Rd.
1911 East Bob Bullock - HEB - Mission, Texas
200 E. Griffin Pkwy.
2409 E. Expressway 83 - HEB - McAllen, Texas
901 Trenton Rd.
900 S. Tenth St. - HEB - San Juan, Texas
901 W. Expressway 83 - HEB - Edinburg
2700 W. Freddy Gonzales - HEB - Alamo
1211 E. Frontage - HEB - Harlingen
613 S. Expressway 83 - HEB - Brownsville
1628 Central Blvd.
2155 Paredes Line Rd.
2250 Boca Chica - Transworld, FYE
2200 S. 10th St. - Sun Coast
5300 San Dario
Laredo, Texas 78041
VIP Tickets Available for Purchase
VIP Tickets and packages are available for purchase. Please contact for more information.
Disability Access/Accommodations
All venues and hotels used during SPI Music Fest are ADA compliant.Allowed/Prohibited Items
Guests and their belongings are subject to search upon entry or re-entry. You can help keep the lines moving quickly by leaving large bags at home. Please return for any additions or amendments at each venue.- Blankets
- Umbrellas (small hand-held style)
- Baby Strollers
- Regular-size/unframed backpacks
- Personal camera equipment (i.e. small digital cameras or point-and-click 35mm cameras). Cameras with any type of detachable lenses are prohibited.
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The following items are prohibited:
- Weapons of any kind
- Illegal substances (including narcotics) or drug paraphernalia
- Framed or large backpacks
- Alcohol (alcohol will be sold at the Festival)
- Glass containers
- Food or beverages
- Skateboards, scooters, or personal motorized vehicles
- Bicycles inside Festival grounds (bike racks are available near each entrance)
- Carts
- Large chains or spiked jewelry
- Fireworks
- Explosives
- Large umbrellas
- Non-collapsible chairs
- Hard-sided coolers
- Tents
- Pets (except service dogs)
- Video equipment: No video recording will be allowed.
- Professional still camera equipment (no detachable lenses, no tripods, big zooms, or commercial use rigs)
- Audio recording equipment
- No illegal vending is permitted. No unauthorized/unlicensed vendors allowed.
- Unauthorized solicitations, handbills, sampling, give-aways, etc
- Metal aerosol containers, including sunscreen
Band/Booking Information
The submission deadline has passed. Thank you for your interest in the SPI Music Fest. Please come back and apply in 2009!Contact Info
Questions for SPI Music Fest?
Contact us via email here or write to us at info@spimusicfest.com
For questions or concerns about a specific ticket order, please contact our ticket partner Ticketmaster at 866-448-7849.
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Wristband Redemption
Patrons can redeem their 3-day tickets for wristbands prior to the festival at the Official SPI Music Fest Box Office (located at Schlitterbahn) . Doors open at 3 pm on Friday, and 11 am Saturday and Sunday.Wristband Policy
Festival Pass ticket holders must exchange their ticket for a weekend wristband and will be allowed to enter the Festival venues per Venue Capacity policies.
Re-entry/Ins & Outs
3-day ticket holders must exchange a valid ticket for a weekend wristband and then will be allowed to enter the Festival venues per Venue Capacity policies.
Wristbands MUST be worn at all times for entry into the Festival.
Wristbands are non-transferable, non-exchangeable and cannot be replaced. They cannot be removed and must be worn all three days to allow entry. Please do not remove, stretch or tamper with your wristband in any way or you will not be allowed entry (and that will make us sad). If the wristband is tampered with or mangled it cannot be replaced.Lost & Found
During the Festival, look for lost items at the Lost & Found booth at Schlitterbahn. Valuables will be held for 30 days and then given to a local charity. SPI Music Fest will not be held liable for any unclaimed items.Press
Please direct all media inquiries, including requests for interviews and SPI Music Fest credentials, to:
Elaine Garza
512-382-9017
elaine@giantnoise.com
For additional information, fact sheet, logos, or press releases, go to the pressroom.
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Security & Safety
We are making every effort to create a safe and secure environment at each festival venue. Onsite security and safety will be provided SPI Music Fest and through a working relationship with the Town of South Padre Island.
If you need any Emergency medical staff assistance, look for a police officer or Festival staff member.
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Sponsor Information
Please visit the Sponsor page for a complete list of Festival sponsors. If you are interested in sponsorship opportunities, please email ali@gpexperience.com.
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Cash and Credit Cards
If contemplating what monetary currency to bring, consider the following facts:
There are ATMs at several locations throughout the Island with applicable service fees. Also, remember to keep your valuables safe and secure! The most popular items turned in at Lost and Found are credit cards, IDs, and wallets.
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Travel, Hotels, and Camping
For hotel rooms on South Padre Island, check Where to Stay and Play for hotels. There is no on-site camping at the Festival. If you prefer sleeping under the stars, visit www.texasoutside.com for area campsites.Volunteer Information
Many talented, dedicated and enthusiastic individuals will play an active role in SPI Music Fest by volunteering their time and energy to enhance the patron experience. To apply, please send your contact information (name, age, best phone number) to spi@eventproductionservicestx.com.When/Where
October 31 - November 2, 2008South Padre Island, Texas
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