One of SoCal’s favorite festivals returns to the Glen Helen Amphitheater this weekend, and ravers around the world are over the moon with excitement. Nocturnal Wonderland is bringing some of the top names in the industry across all genres, surrounded by amazing views; this is surely one you can’t miss. Whether you’re camping, driving, taking the shuttle, camping or still on the fence, we have all you need to be prepped for this weekend.
Set Times
With so many artists, it is hard to pick who to see and when. You have artists like Nghtmre, Svdden Death, and Deadmau5 on Saturday. On Sunday, you can catch Illenium, Seven Lions, and Teddy Pain. With five stages spread throughout the festival, walk around to soak up the full experience at least one set at each stage.
Festival Grounds & Parking
In addition to five stages, Nocturnal Wonderland has so much to offer you. There are four major art installations spread throughout the festival. Make a game with your crew to go find them all, and take a picture for posterity. In addition to the art installations, the team at End Overdose tent will be sharing into about all the amazing things they do, including how to administer Narcan if desired.
Whether you’re taking the shuttle or parking, use the map below to understand where to go. A few recommendations from a vet. If you are driving, make sure you remember what color you parked at. Leave a few minutes early from the final set or walk very fast to your car. The wait to leave can take over an hour at times. If you are taking the shuttle, try to get on the earlier times; it saves you from traffic. Plus, you will have a chance to experience new artists you may have never heard of.
Camping
If you are camping, you will want to make sure you get there early to secure your spot and get set up. Campgrounds open at 10am on Friday and close at 3pm on Monday. To kick things off, there is a camping pre-party headlined by Deorro doing a dubstep set, which is a set you will not want to miss. There will also be activities like yoga, arts & crafts sections, and a water park, so be sure to bring your bathing suit and be prepared for loads of fun!
Tips
One of the biggest tips I can give is to get to the festival grounds early. Glen Helen is a beautiful venue in the mountains, so be sure to catch a sunset set for immaculate vibes. This also gives you the chance to explore everything Nocturnal has to offer, and who knows, you may find your new favorite artist. The food trucks are also amazing, so you can enjoy some delicious food and pair it with a Beatbox while listening to some tasty music.
Tickets for GA, VIP, and Camping are still on sale for this weekend; be sure to buy your pass here so you don’t miss out on an epic weekend. As always, drink some water, eat some food, wear earplugs, and be kind to everyone around you.
