Festival Advisory

Kidstock

🎪 Kidstock starting at 11 AM · Pay-what-you-can
🥷 Ninja Kidz Live at 6:00 PM · Pavilion Ticket
📅 Saturday, August 22, 2026
📍 200 Hurd Rd, Bethel, NY
🚗 Parking Lots 10:00 AM
🚪 Gates 11:00 AM
Pavilion entry opens at 5:00 PM
Ninja Kidz tickets include entry to Kidstock festival.
Ninja Kidz Tickets Kidstock Tickets
Festival Advisory

Kidstock

🎪 Kidstock starting at 11:00 AM · Pay-what-you-can
🥷 Ninja Kidz Live 6:00 PM · Pavilion Ticket
📅 Saturday, August 22, 2026
📍 200 Hurd Rd, Bethel, NY
🚗 Parking Lots 10:00 AM
🚪 Gates 11:00 AM
Pavilion entry opens at 5:00 PM (4:30 for Members)
Ninja Kidz tickets include entry to Kidstock festival.
Ninja Kidz Tickets Kidstock Tickets
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Come for the Whole Day
Kidstock starts at 11:00 AM, and runs until the start of the Ninja Kidz show at 6:00 PM. If you hold a Ninja Kidz ticket, the daytime festival is already included — arriving early means you get more time to play, create, and enjoy live music!
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Schedule

  • 10:00 AM
    Parking Lots Open
    Presented by Healey Brothers
    Free general parking. Premium Parking in Lot D is available for this event.
  • 11:00 AM
    Upper Campus Gates Open — Kidstock Begins
    Pay What You Can — or your Ninja Kidz ticket
    The Great Lawn, Horizon Stage and Market Sheds open for the day. Concessions in the Market Sheds and Festival Plaza open at 11:00 AM. The Museum at Bethel Woods is free all day with your admission. Ninja Kidz ticket holders are welcome from 11:00 AM — your ticket covers the daytime festival too.
  • 11:00 AM
    Arm of the Sea Puppet Theater
    Horizon Stage · Handmade mask & puppet theater rooted in the Hudson River Valley, fusing visual storytelling with live music.
  • 12:15 PM
    The Rock and Roll Playhouse
    Horizon Stage · Your favorite rock classics reimagined for families with children, with games, movement and stories.
  • 1:30 PM
    The Story Pirates Live
    Horizon Stage · The award-winning team turns kids' own stories into sketch comedy and songs.
  • 2:45 PM
    The Rock and Roll Playhouse
    Horizon Stage · Second set.
  • 4:00 PM
    The Rock Camp Ambassadors
    Horizon Stage · Bethel Woods' own student-led band.
  • 4:45 PM
    Maxwell Kofi Donkor
    Horizon Stage · Master drummer and director of the African drum and dance ensemble Sankofa, with drum circles and traditional Ananse stories.
  • 5:00 PM
    General Gates Open at "the Y"
    Member Gates open at 4:30 PM
    Ninja Kidz Ticket Required
    Present your Ninja Kidz tickets at the "Y" for entry to the Pavilion show.
  • 6:00 PM
    Showtime ⭐ Ninja Kidz Live
    Pavilion Stage · Ninja Kidz Live: Infinite Possibilities.
    Kidstock on the upper campus wraps at 6:00 PM. All times subject to change.
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Where the Day Splits — "the Y"
"The Y" is the fork in the path just before the Pavilion Lawn entrance. Everything above it is open Kidstock festival grounds, whichever admission you chose. A Ninja Kidz ticket is required to get past the Y. Member gates at the Y open at 4:30 PM and general gates at 5:00 PM.
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Day-of Alerts
Follow @BethelWoodsCenter on Facebook or Instagram for day-of alerts. You may also tune into FM 107.7 for announcements.
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Play All Day

Everything below runs throughout the day across the Great Lawn and Market Sheds, and is included with your pay-what-you-can Kidstock admission.

  • Ninja Fun Zone — an obstacle course plus a bouncy house for the littlest ninjas.
  • Creativity Tents — hands-on crafts and art projects to make and take home.
  • Instrument Petting Zoo — kids get their hands on real instruments and make some noise.
  • BubbleDad — a bubble-scape on the Great Lawn, with DIY bubble science kids can try themselves.
  • Junior Artisans at the Kindy Bazaar — young makers displaying their own creations in the Market Sheds.
  • Meet & Greets — meet the Horizon Stage performers after each show.
  • The Museum at Bethel Woods — free admission with your Kidstock entry.
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Food & Drink
Concessions in the Market Sheds and Festival Plaza open at 11:00 AM and run through the day, so you do not need to plan around a meal. We have plenty of kid-friendly options. Remember we are a cashless venue.
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Lawn Chairs Work Differently Today
On the upper campus, lawn chairs are free to use on the Great Lawn. For the Ninja Kidz show in the Pavilion, lawn chair rentals are available.
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Know Before You Go

First Timer's Guide

Everything You Need to Know Before You Arrive

Set on the historic grounds of the 1969 Woodstock festival, Bethel Woods is unlike any other venue. Watch our quick guide and check the list below so you arrive prepared for a full day outdoors with the family.

  • Download the Ticketmaster app & load your Ninja Kidz ticket before you leave home — don't wait until you're in line. The SafeTix ticket uses a rotating barcode that refreshes every 15 seconds. Screen captures will not work.
  • Strollers and wagons with locking wheels are welcome. Inside the Pavilion, children must sit on a lap and strollers park outside.
  • Bring only a clear bag (12″×12″×6″ max) or a small (5.5″×8.5″) clutch purse
  • WATER: You may bring an empty plastic reusable water bottle (32 oz or less) or up to two factory-sealed plastic water bottles (20 oz. or less) per person. No metal, aluminum or glass bottles. Water refill station next to First Aid office.
  • No beach-style or golf-style umbrellas. Hand-held personal umbrellas are fine.
  • Pack non-aerosol sunscreen and bug spray — the Great Lawn has limited shade for a full day outdoors
  • Arrive with plenty of time — allow 20+ minutes to walk from parking to the gates, then more to the Pavilion
  • We are cashless — we accept credit cards, debit cards, and mobile payments (Apple & Google Pay).
Full Visitor FAQ
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Entry & Security

📱 Mobile-Only Ticketing
We use SafeTix — encrypted mobile tickets with a rotating barcode refreshing every 15 seconds. Open your ticket in the Ticketmaster app at full brightness.
Print-at-home not accepted.
SafeTix FAQ →
👜 Clear Bag Policy
Clear bags 12″×12″×6″ max. One small non-clear clutch (5.5″×8.5″) per person. All bags inspected at entry. Diaper bags must meet the clear bag policy or be checked.

Clear Bag Details →
What You Can Bring In
  • Strollers, wagons & carriers: Strollers and stroller wagons with locking wheels are permitted. In the Pavilion, children sit on a lap and strollers park outside.
  • Water: Up to two factory-sealed plastic bottles (20 oz. or less) per person
  • Reusable bottle: One empty plastic bottle (32 oz. or less) per person — no metal or aluminum
  • Food: One gallon-size clear zip-lock bag per person
  • Umbrellas: Hand-held, personal size umbrellas only
  • Blankets for the lawn
  • Sunscreen & bug spray: Lotion, stick or pump — no aerosols
Prohibited Items
  • Beach-style and golf-style umbrellas
  • Metal / aluminum / glass reusable bottles
  • Outside beverages beyond those listed above
  • Aerosol spray cans (sunscreen / bug spray)
  • Personal folding chairs. Free lawn chairs available for use on the upper campus, lawn chair rentals are available for Ninja Kidz.
  • Cameras with detachable lenses; professional audio/video equipment; drones
  • Weapons of any kind, including concealed carry firearms
  • Sporting equipment — balls, frisbees, scooters, skateboards, bikes
  • Pets — service animals are welcome

Full list: Code of Conduct

💳 Cashless Venue

Credit Cards, Debit Cards, and Mobile Payments (Apple & Google Pay) accepted everywhere. Prepaid debit cards are available for purchase at the Museum Shop and can be used throughout the venue.

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New for 2026: Open Gate Security
We're unveiling a streamlined security system this year. Bag check and walk-through screening should move faster than prior years. Load your ticket before you leave home and have it open at full brightness when you reach the gate.
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Maps & Parking

Venue Map
Parking Map
🚗 Driving Directions
200 Hurd Rd, Bethel, NY 12720.
Get Directions →

Parking Lots open at 10:00 AM.

Free general parking.
View parking map →

Premium Parking in Lot D →
Accessibility
Free accessible parking available with valid disability placard. First come, first served.

Transportation Assistance Shuttle available from Lot D to the main stage plaza. Starts 1½ hours before showtime. One guest with mobility needs plus one companion only.

Underwritten by Crystal Run Healthcare
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Need Assistance?
Call 845-583-2000, visit our accessibility page, or email our team.
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New for 2026: Rideshare Zone — Closes 8:00 PM
Bethel, NY is a remote area with limited rideshare availability. You MUST schedule your ride ahead of time.
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Pre-schedule
Schedule your Uber, Lyft, taxi, car service, or personal pickup in advance.
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8:00 PM
Drivers must arrive by 8:00 PM. Hurd Road closes to incoming traffic after that time.
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Waiting Area
Turn left at the crosswalk and walk along Hurd Rd. to the designated passenger waiting area.
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Communicate
Confirm with your driver that they will arrive by 8:00 PM and will wait for you.
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Upgrades & Experiences

Ninja Kidz VIP Packages
Add a special Meet & Greet package to your Ninja Kidz ticket.
Ticket purchased separately
Buy VIP
Premium Parking
Less walking with little ones. Premium Parking in Lot D sits close to the Hurd Road crosswalk and main gates. Lots open at 10:00 AM.
Presented by Healey Brothers
Get Premium Parking
Reserved Lawn
Upgrade your Pavilion Lawn spot. A reserved chair with prime stage views, easy concession access and extra breathing room for the family. Lawn ticket required.
Presented by Tito's Vodka
Get Reserved Lawn
Lawn Chair Rental
For the Pavilion Lawn only — lawn chairs on the upper campus are free to use during Kidstock. Specially designed for our slope. Personal chairs are not permitted.
Take a Seat
The Museum at Bethel Woods
Explore the '60s & Woodstock with the kids — a good indoor break in the middle of a long outdoor day. Free admission with your Kidstock entry.
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Merch & Shopping

The Museum Shop
Located inside The Museum at Bethel Woods. Woodstock collectibles, books, apparel, and unique Bethel Woods merchandise. Open daily from 10 AM.
📍 Museum Building
Museum Store Outpost
Inside the main grounds. Woodstock merch, Bethel Woods gear, and 20th Anniversary items. Opens with the upper campus at 11:00 AM.
📍 In Venue
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Shop for a Reason
Every purchase at Bethel Woods supports our 501(c)(3) nonprofit mission — from arts education and historic preservation to our Ticket and Arts Access Program.
Rock n Recycle
Rock 'n' Recycle
Help keep Bethel Woods beautiful by recycling your cans and bottles during the day — an easy one to hand off to the kids. Stop by the Rock 'n' Recycle tent to earn exclusive rewards and make a positive impact.
Supported by Platform Industries
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Frequently Asked Questions

Daytime Kidstock on the upper campus runs on a pay-what-you-can model — you choose what to give, and it supports arts programming for kids. Reserve your Kidstock admission here. If you already have a Ninja Kidz ticket, you're covered for the day and don't need this.
No. A Ninja Kidz ticket includes daytime Kidstock — one purchase covers the full day, from 11:00 AM through the 6:00 PM Pavilion show. Pay-what-you-can is the daytime-only option for families who aren't coming to the evening performance.
You'll need a Ninja Kidz ticket to get past "the Y" and into the Pavilion — pay-what-you-can admission covers the daytime festival only. Tickets are $25.00 – $100.00 (all-in) and subject to availability. Buy Ninja Kidz tickets here.
Yes — but your ticket already includes the whole daytime festival, so you'd be leaving a lot on the table. Gates at the Y open at 4:30 PM for Members and 5:00 PM for general admission, with the show at 6:00 PM. Upper campus gates open at 11:00 AM at no extra cost to you.
"The Y" is the fork in the path just before the entrance to the Pavilion Lawn. Everything above it — the Great Lawn, Horizon Stage and Market Sheds — is open Kidstock festival ground. Below it is the ticketed Pavilion.
Yes. Strollers, carriers and stroller wagons with locking wheels are permitted. Inside the Pavilion, children must sit on a parent's lap and strollers park outside.
Children under 2 are admitted free on the lawn, and children under 6 months do not require a ticket to enter the Pavilion, but must sit on a lap. Every other guest in the Pavilion needs their own ticket with an assigned seat.
On the upper campus during Kidstock, lawn chairs are free to use — help yourself at the Horizon Stage and Great Lawn. For the Ninja Kidz show, lawn chair rentals are available.
Yes — admission to The Museum at Bethel Woods is free with your Kidstock entry. It's a good air-conditioned break in the middle of a long day outside.
Concessions in the Market Sheds and Festival Plaza open at 11:00 AM and run through the day. You may also bring your own food in one gallon-size clear zip-top bag per person. We are a fully cashless venue.
Up to two factory-sealed plastic bottles (20 oz. or less) per person, or one empty reusable plastic bottle (32 oz. or less) per person. Metal, aluminum and glass bottles are not permitted. A water refill station is located next to the First Aid office.
After 6 PM there is no re-entry once you exit through the venue gates.
The Great Lawn is largely open, so pack non-aerosol sunscreen, hats and water. Hand-held personal umbrellas are permitted; beach-style and golf-style umbrellas are not. The Market Sheds and the Museum both offer a break from the sun.
During the event: visit the main information booth near the entry gates. After the event: bethelwoodscenter.org/lost-found
Only service animals are permitted. Do not leave animals in vehicles.
Plan on approximately 20 minutes from parking to the main gate, plus additional walking to the Pavilion. Wear comfortable shoes. A Transportation Assistance Shuttle is available free of charge for guests with mobility needs.
Kidstock and Ninja Kidz go ahead rain or shine. There are no refunds, credits or exchanges. Follow @BethelWoodsCenter on Facebook and Instagram for weather and event alerts.
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