NC Fossil Festival VIP Tickets

**PLEASE keep in mind that there will be many FREE digging areas throughout the NC Fossil Festival, and the VIP Experience is a fundraiser to support the mission of the Aurora Fossil Museum.** This information is for purchasing tickets to access the VIP Zone on Saturday, May 23, 2026, from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (6 hours). Check-in will begin at 10:45 a.m. A limited number of tickets will be available ONLINE ONLY on a first-come, first-served basis until sold out. There is a limit of four (4) tickets per user. The name on the ticket MUST match the name on the purchased ticket. Resold/transferred tickets will not be honored. Each individual, regardless of age, must have a ticket to enter the VIP Zone. **Ticket purchase is final. If the event is canceled or postponed for reasons beyond our control, no refunds, exchanges, rain checks, or similar accommodations will be provided. Per person ticket price is $225 per ticket (plus tax & fees) and includes: -2026 NC Fossil Festival Swag -Reserved, shaded fossil digging area -Reserved picnic area with WiFi, electricity, cooling fans, and tables & chairs -Access to indoor restrooms -Refreshments & Snacks -VIP discount on Aurora Fossil Museum Gift Shop purchases. All NC Fossil Fest VIP Fundraiser proceeds support the Aurora Fossil Museum.

**PLEASE keep in mind that there will be many FREE digging areas throughout the NC Fossil Festival, and the VIP Experience is a fundraiser to support the mission of the Aurora Fossil Museum.** This information is for purchasing tickets to access the VIP Zone on Saturday, May 24, 2025, from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. (4 hours). Check-in will begin at 4:45 p.m. A limited number of tickets will be available ONLINE ONLY on a first-come, first-served basis until sold out. There is a limit of two tickets per user. The name on the ticket MUST match the name on the purchased ticket. Resold/transferred tickets will not be honored. Each individual, regardless of age, must have a ticket to enter the VIP Zone. **Ticket purchase is final. If the event is canceled or postponed for reasons beyond our control, no refunds, exchanges, rain checks, or similar accommodations will be provided. Per person ticket price is $125 per ticket (plus tax & fees) and includes: -2026 NC Fossil Festival Swag -Reserved, shaded fossil digging area -Reserved picnic area with WiFi, electricity, cooling fans, and tables & chairs -Access to indoor restrooms -Refreshments & Snacks -VIP discount on Aurora Fossil Museum Gift Shop purchases. All NC Fossil Fest VIP Fundraiser proceeds support the Aurora Fossil Museum.

**PLEASE keep in mind that there will be many FREE digging areas throughout the NC Fossil Festival, and the VIP Experience is a fundraiser to support the mission of the Aurora Fossil Museum.** This information is for purchasing tickets to access the VIP Zone on Sunday, May 24, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. (6 hours). Check-in will begin at 9:45 a.m. A limited number of tickets will be available ONLINE ONLY on a first-come, first-served basis until sold out. There is a limit of four (4) tickets per user. The name on the ticket MUST match the name on the purchased ticket. Resold/transferred tickets will not be honored. Each individual, regardless of age, must have a ticket to enter the VIP Zone. **Ticket purchase is final. If the event is canceled or postponed for reasons beyond our control, no refunds, exchanges, rain checks, or similar accommodations will be provided. Per person ticket price is $180 per ticket (plus tax & fees) and includes: -2026 NC Fossil Festival Swag -Reserved, shaded fossil digging area -Reserved picnic area with WiFi, electricity, cooling fans, and tables & chairs -Access to indoor restrooms -Refreshments & Snacks -VIP discount on Aurora Fossil Museum Gift Shop purchases. All NC Fossil Fest VIP Fundraiser proceeds support the Aurora Fossil Museum.