When Is Hijinx 2025?
Dates: December 27 – 28 / 2025
Venue: Pennsylvania Convention Center / 1101 Arch St, Philadelphia, PA 19107
Age: 18+ Entry / 21+ for Alcohol.
What is the box office information?
Box Office info isn’t awake yet — check back closer to the festival. Ticket questions? HiJinxFest@gmail.com
When will I receive my tickets?
Patience, grasshopper. Tickets will appear in your inbox closer to the festival — like magic, but with barcodes.
Can I upgrade to VIP?
Absolutely. Shoot us an email at HiJinxFest@gmail.com and we’ll help you FULL SEND your experience. (Warning: once you go VIP, it’s hard to go back.)
I want to ride the rail. What ticket should I buy?
Anyone can make it to the rail if you’ve got the stamina. VIPs get a chunk of it reserved, Ultimate VIPs get an entire pit at the front of the stage (because why share?). Oh, and keep your eyes peeled — there’s a new VIP tier on the horizon that stings in all the right ways.
Got it, tell me the deal with this new Stinger VIP option?
Stinger VIP: the Ultimate VIP just got stung. You get front-rail and side-stage viewing deck access (NEW “Stinger Stage View”), VIP lounge, bars, restrooms, water, food, drinks, merch, limited-edition swag, a locker, a laminate, early entry, and a concierge to handle your full send-level demands. The festival just got a whole lot more yours.
Ok, so then what's up with Ultimate VIP?
Ultimate VIP: your ticket to the festival elite. Exclusive front-stage pit and rail access, VIP lounge, bars, restrooms, water stations, early entry, daily drink tickets, food vouchers, locker, limited-edition water bottle and gift, a laminate, and a personal concierge. Basically, everything you need to flex responsibly.
Lost & Found
Stay tuned!
Is there re-entry?
Re-entry? Not happening. But don’t worry, there’s a spot for a quick smoke break if you need it.
But honestly, why would you want to leave? We’ve got everything you need right here
Is there parking?
Looking for a spot? You’re not alone. Plenty of parking garages in the area: philapark.org has the map.
Will there be lockers?
Does Hijinx Festival have food?
Duh. Our elite team of bartenders will keep the drinks flowing all across the venue for maximum sending potential. Drinks will be available everywhere for anyone 21+ (with valid ID). Hungry? We’ve got a variety of food options, including some local flavors to keep you going.
Can I get a media pass?
Want a media pass? Email HiJinxFest@gmail.com — we’ll see if you make the cut.
I have a medical marijuana card, can I bring my weed??
Nice try. No can do.
Where can I find ADA information?
Please direct any ADA-related ticketing questions to HiJinxFest@gmail.com
What is your bag policy?
Clear reusable bags are welcome inside the festival venue as long as they are 12”x 6”x 12” or smaller. No clear plastic shopping/grocery bags will be permitted. Hydration packs (i.e. camelbaks) that are 2L or smaller and clutch purses/wallets that are 4.5”x 6.5” or smaller do not have to be clear. Medically necessary bags are welcome.
Hydration packs (ie. Camelbaks) must be empty upon arrival.
*PLEASE NOTE: ALL PATRONS AND ALL BAGS WILL BE SEARCHED AS YOU ENTER THE FESTIVAL. ANY AND ALL CONFISCATED ITEMS OR ANY ITEMS VOLUNTARILY SURRENDERED, WILL NOT BE HELD, CHECKED OR RETURNED.
Can I bring my Camelbak?
Yes — empty it first. Everything gets checked. Refill stations are present at the fest, so hydrate like a pro.
Empty Camel Bak style water bladder systems – no extra compartments or pockets (must be empty upon arrival!)
Hydration packs (i.e. camelbaks) that are 2L or smaller and clutch purses/wallets that are 4.5”x 6.5” or smaller do not have to be clear. Medically necessary bags are welcome.
Can I bring my totem?
It be cool if you didn’t… but we get it, totems are fun. You can bring one, just make sure it’s constructed on a cardboard tube (no other materials will be allowed).
Totems cannot be dangerous to public safety. They will be inspected on merits of safety & wittiness. Keep them chill.
Can I bring a LED hula hoop, POI, or other flow toys?
Did you even read our what’s allowed / prohibited drop down section jawns below? Yes, flow toys that do not use fire are permitted. Fire = nope.
Where and when will the schedule be released?
L8r sk8r.
Are Payment Plans Available?
Yes — they go live August 28. Full send now, pay later.
Are Travel Packages Available?
Yes — travel packages drop August 28. Pack your bags and click HERE for more information.
I have a 2-day pass, can i go one day and sell my pass for the other day?
Sorry, you can’t split a 2-Day Pass. Mobile delivery only, no PDFs or hard tickets. One pass, both days — full sends only.
Can I get a free ticket?
Click here for more info on free tickets.
Are there refunds?
No refunds, no exchanges. While all artists are confirmed for HiJinx, artists are subject to change without notice and no refunds will be issued for artist cancellations.
Will you have ATMs on site?
ATMs? Sure. One near the lobby elevators, another on the main event level. But heads up: food and beverage are cashless. Prepare accordingly.
Emergencies/First Aid?
There will be 24-hour medical stations and emergency personnel on site.
Will You Provide Water?
Absolutely. Please stay hydrated and take care of yourself. Free water refill stations will be located throughout the main room of the venue. Also, a few water fountains are located near the restroom areas.
Beverage & concession locations will also have canned water for purchase.
What are the acceptable forms of ID?
Acceptable:
- US government-issued driver license or ID card displaying a photograph and date of birth.
- US or foreign government-issued passport displaying a photograph and date of birth.
- Foreign government-issued driver license with a color photocopy of a foreign government-issued passport with both documents displaying both a photograph and date of birth.
Not accepted:
- School identification cards
- Consular identification cards
- Expired identification of any kind, even if listed on the “Acceptable” list.
- Birth certificates
- Photocopies of any identification document except as noted in the “Acceptable” list
Can I be a vendor?
Think your shop belongs at the HiJinx Bazaar? Send vending@HiJinxFest.com your shop details, photos, and past event creds.
Want to be a sponsor?
Partnership opportunities are available. Send us a note at HiJinxFest@gmail.com
Can I apply to do an art installation at Hijinx?
Have an art concept that slaps? Pitch your installation ideas to HiJinxFest@gmail.com. Make it wild, make it weird, make us jealous.
ALLOWED ITEMS
• Medical style masks subject to inspection.
• Small clear reusable bags or containers allowed up to 12” x 6” x 12” or smaller. Bags larger than a small clutch bag (4.5” x 6.5”) should be composed of clear plastic, vinyl, or PVC with a single compartment.
• Hydration packs (i.e. camelbaks) that are 2L or smaller and clutch purses/wallets that are 4.5”x 6.5” or smaller do not have to be clear. Medically necessary bags are also welcome. Hydration packs (ie. Camelbaks) must be empty upon arrival.
• Hydration packs and bags larger than mentioned above must be clear.
• Empty water bottles, including reusable and disposable water bottles
• One factory sealed bottle of water
• Non-professional cameras
• Lighters
• Sealed: cigarette packages, tampons, packs of gum, and chapstick/lip gloss
• Reusable Light Up Toys
• Prescription and OTC medications subject to specific conditions***
• Factory-sealed, non-refillable electronic or vapor cigarettes
• Flags (no wood or metal)
• Hula Hoops
• Totems (made of cardboard only – no wood/metal/PVC)
***Special Note About Prescription and OTC Medications: Prescription medication are allowed only in the original prescription bottle, any guests attempting to bring in prescription medication must have a government-issued photo identification card that matches the name printed on the prescription, and the pills in the bottle must match the description printed on the prescription.
Over-the-counter medications are allowed in provided that they are new and the original, factory-sealed container.
PROHIBITED ITEMS
• Non clear bags or containers larger than 12” x 6” x 12” (or exceeding 864 cubic inches total volume). Clear bags larger than a small clutch bag (4.5” x 6.5”) should be composed of clear plastic, vinyl, or PVC with a single compartment.
• Backpacks and other multi-compartment bags larger than a small clutch bag (4.5” x 6.5”). An exception may be made for medically necessary after proper inspection. Please note these items will be searched and tagged. ***No large, framed packs permitted.
• Over the head helmets or full costume heads
• Weapons of any kind
• Glass in any form
• Any professional cameras, any video, and/or any audio equipment (including Go Pros)
• Tripods, monopods, and selfie-sticks
• Unsealed: cigarette packages, tampons, packs of gum, chap stick/lip gloss
• Eye drops
• Focus light beam devices of any kind, including laser pointers
• Balloons, balls, Frisbees, and/or any other projectile
• Pacifiers
• Stuffed animals or dolls
• Marker, pens, and spray paint
• Flyers, stickers, and posters or anything deemed to be a promotional item
• Flammable products or materials and sprays
• Illegal substances of any kind
• Drug paraphernalia
• Vitamins
• Waterguns, water balloons, and/or any other kind of water projectile
• Any item that can be used as a weapon, including wallet chains
• Any item that can be used as a means to disturb the peace, endanger the safety of the crowd, and/or inflict damage to people and goods
• Fireworks, pyrotechnics, or any other kind of explosive
• Instruments
• Pets (except service animals with a current rabies certification)
• Totems made of any material OTHER THAN cardboard
Please note this list is subject to change per the request of the artist and local authorities.