Now or Never Music Festival 2026 is at J Resort's Festival Grounds in Downtown Reno, NV. The main gates are located at 299 Ralston Street, Reno, NV 89503 (between 2nd & 3rd Streets).
JMF Presents is dedicated to providing a fun, positive, and safe experience for all guests. We ask that you please be aware of and abide by the following policies:
All tickets are issued and emailed one week prior to the festival.Please keep an eye on your inbox.
FESTIVAL DATES
The 2026 Now or Never Music Festival is Saturday, July 11.
FESTIVAL HOURS
Doors open at 3:00pm and the festival will run until 10:00pm.
FESTIVAL LOCATION
Now or Never Music Festival 2026 is at J Resort's Festival Grounds in Downtown Reno, NV. The main gates are located at 299 Ralston Street, Reno, NV 89503 (between 2nd & 3rd Streets).
JMF Presents is dedicated to providing a fun, positive, and safe experience for all guests. We ask that you please be aware of and abide by the following policies:
GENERAL POLICIES
All attendees under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
All tickets are non-refundable.
The event is rain or shine.
Artists are subject to change without notice.
CLEAR BAG POLICY
To ensure the safety of all guests, backpacks, large purses, and bags are not permitted inside the venue. If you need to bring a bag, it must comply with the following guidelines:
Clear plastic, vinyl, or PVC bags no larger than 12" x 6" x 12"
One-gallon clear plastic freezer bags (Ziploc or similar)
Small purses, clutch bags, or fanny packs no larger than 6.5" x 4.5"
Medical or diaper bags containing items necessary for medical or child care needs
All bags are subject to inspection upon entry.
PROHIBITED ITEMS
The following items are not permitted inside the venue:
Chairs or shade structures
Outside food or beverages
Alcohol, flasks, or coolers of any kind
Weapons of any kind
Pepper spray or mace
Air horns or noisemakers
Laser pointers
Musical instruments
Bicycles, skates, scooters, or skateboards
Motorized personal vehicles (one-wheels, Segways, etc.)
Any kind of thowing items or balls
Illegal substances, drugs, or drug paraphernalia
Umbrellas, EZ-ups, or temporary shade elements
Signs or banners
Selfie sticks or tripods
Flyers, samples, or promotional materials
Fire-starting or fire-producing objects
Professional photo, video, or audio recording equipment without prior approval
Pets or animals (except registered service animals that actively assist individuals with disabilities - please contact us in advance)
ALLOWED ITEMS
Attendees may bring the following items into the venue:
One towel or small blanket for seating in General Admission areas only (maximum size: 3' x 5')
Cameras with lenses 3 inches or shorter
One sealed clear plastic water bottle up to 1 liter
One empty plastic water bottle to refill at the water station
Strollers or wagons (must be accompanied by a child)
Sunblock
Sunglasses
Bags that comply with the Clear Bag Policy
All individuals and their belongings are subject to search. Anyone possessing
PROHIBITED ITEMS will be asked to return them to their vehicles before being
allowed to enter the venue or will be asked to dispose of the item in the
garbage cans provided at the gate.
PROHIBITED ACTIVITIES
The following activities are not permitted at the venue:
Entering the venue without a valid ticket
Occupying any seat or area without the appropriate ticket
Throwing objects of any kind
Irresponsible or disruptive behavior, including excessive alcohol consumption
Creating distractions that interfere with the performance or performers
Smoking outside of designated smoking areas
Mistreatment of other guests or staff, including but not limited to verbal abuse, harassment, profanity, intimidation, threats, or physical confrontations
Displaying gestures, attire, or language that is profane or that promotes, encourages, or perpetuates discrimination or harassment based on race, creed, color, age, religion, gender, marital status, public assistance status, national origin, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, or that encourages illegal activity
Failure to follow the instructions of law enforcement, security, ushers,
ticket takers, or any Drifters Music Festival personnel may result in ejection
from the venue without refund.
SECURITY & ENFORCEMENT
All individuals and their belongings are subject to search upon entry
Anyone found in possession of prohibited items will be required to:
- Return the item to their vehicle before entering, or;
- Dispose of the item in the designated trash receptacles at the gate
All policies will be strictly enforced. Guests who fail to comply will be ejected from the venue
All ejections are documented, and individuals removed from the venue may be banned from future events
Policies are subject to change without notice
All tickets will be exchanged for a festival wristband upon entry. Your
wristband is required for access to the event.
Do not remove your wristband for any reason.
Wristbands that are removed, lost, damaged, shared, or tampered with will not be replaced.
If your wristband is lost, broken, or misplaced, a new ticket must be purchased for re-entry.
JMF Presents is dedicated to providing a fun, positive, and safe experience
for all guests. We ask that you please be aware of and abide by the following
policies.
FESTIVAL LOCATION
Now or Never Music Festival is at J Resort's Festival Grounds located at 299
Ralston Street, Reno, NV 89503.
J Resort's Festival Grounds
HOTEL ROOMS
Stay onsite at the beautiful J Resort! Room + Ticket packages are available
for a limited time, while supplies last. Additional nearby hotel suggestions
include Whitney Peak Hotel and Renaissance Reno Downtown Hotel & Spa.
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FESTIVAL PARKING
Parking for Now or Never Music Festival is free in J Resort's parking lots
highlighted in blue below.
MAIN GATES
The Main Entry Gates are for GA and VIP ticket holders is located on Ralston
Street between 2nd and 3rd streets. There is also a special VIP only entrance
located on 3rd Street between Arlington Ave and Ralston Street.
JMF Presents is dedicated to providing a fun, positive, and safe experience
for all guests. We ask that you please be aware of and abide by the following
policies.
ENTRY
We offer an accessible entry lane at the main festival entrance. Guests with
disabilities and one companion may use this lane for safer, easier entry. Stop
by our Box Office at the Main Entry Gates for any additional assistance you
need.
J Resort's Festival Grounds
MEDICAL & FIRST AID
A First Aid station staffed with trained medical professionals is located
inside the festival grounds and available to assist with medical needs during
the event.
ADA VIEWING AREA
A designated accessible viewing areas is provided for guests with
disabilities. These spaces are first-come, first-served, and companions may be
asked to stand behind the accessible area if space is limited. Please check in
with the Box Office for location and access details.
MAIN GATES
The Main Entry Gates are for GA and VIP ticket holders is located on Ralston
Street between 2nd and 3rd streets. There is also a special VIP only entrance
located on 3rd Street between Arlington Ave and Ralston Street.
WHEELCHAIR ACCESSIBILITY
The Festival Grounds are navigable by wheelchair and other mobility devices.
Attendees are responsible for their own mobility aids (wheelchairs, scooters,
walkers, canes). Charging support for motorized devices is available upon
request. The venue does not provide wheelchair or scooter rentals, so please
bring your own.
SERVICE ANIMALS
Service animals trained to perform specific tasks for individuals with
disabilities are permitted in the venue. Emotional support, therapy, and
companion animals are not allowed. All service animals must be verified at the
Box Office and must remain with their handler at all times. A service animal
agreement and credential will be issued at the Box Office.
ADA INQUIRIES
We welcome questions, feedback, and requests for reasonable accommodations
that help make your experience enjoyable. For accessibility-related inquiries
not addressed on this page, please contact us at
ada@noworneverfest.com and we'll do our best
to assist you.
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