SideBurn Ticketing Update!
SideBurn ticketing drops in early March 2026!
Mark your calendar and keep an eye out here in the coming months for the exact release dates.
Current Status: Sold Out
Upcoming Key Dates
- April 6: RV pass lottery
- May 7 at 6 PM EDT: Final refund deadline (no exceptions)
Tickets Are SOLD OUT! 🎉 We’re overwhelmed by the love and so excited to see you all there! Registration is now officially closed.
Upcoming Key Dates
- April 6: RV pass lottery
- May 7 at 6 PM EDT: Final refund deadline (no exceptions)
Main Sale
Register for the ticket lottery by creating an account on the ticketing portal. If you purchased a ticket last year, your existing account is ready to use. Waiting list tickets become available after the registration period closes and the lottery is run.
RV passes
The RV pass lottery will be held on April 6, 2026. We’ll notify the first-round selectees on that date. Learn more.
Costs
| Type | Cost |
|---|---|
| All attendees aged 18 and over | $160 + fees |
| Minors aged 13-17 | $80 + fees |
| Children aged 12 and under | Free (a ticket is still required) |
Can’t afford your ticket?
Equity tickets are available at reduced-cost for those experiencing financial barriers to participation. Learn more about equity tickets and how to apply for one.
Need Assistance to Participate?
If you require assistance with mobility or personal care, Equity Assist guarantees a second ticket for your support person if you receive a ticket offer. Learn more and apply.
Vehicle Passes
| Type | Cost |
|---|---|
|
Private Passenger Vehicles
Includes cars, trucks, minivans, SUVs, or box trucks of any size, provided the box trucks are specifically used to support the operations of a theme camp (subject to City Department approval).
Do I need a vehicle pass? Learn more. |
$40 + fees |
|
RVs
Includes all non-private passenger vehicles for living purposes: bus conversions, travel trailers, teardrop campers, pop-up campers, hybrid trailers, camper vans, conversion vans (Class B motorhomes), Class C motorhomes, or box trucks not used to support theme camp operations.
How do I get an RV pass? Learn more. |
$200 + fees |
Getting a Ticket
Step 1: Ticket lottery registration
The registration window runs from March 10–14, 2026. Registering during this period ensures you’re included in the first lottery round.
Register using the name on your government-issued ID, activate your account, then log in and click Register here to enter the randomized ticket lottery.
Having trouble? If you’re unsure whether you’re registered or run into issues, please don’t create a second account or use a different email address. Contact ticketing@sideburn.ca, and we’ll help sort it out.
Step 2: Lottery results & ticket purchase
You have been selected! Now what? If you are selected in the lottery, you will receive a notification email on March 15, 2026. You can now buy one (1) ticket and one (1) vehicle pass for yourself within 72 hours of receipt of the email, including any tickets for minors under your supervision.
To confirm your purchase was successful, make sure that:
Your credit card was charged
You received a confirmation email
Your ticket appears in Pretix
If you do not purchase your ticket within 72 hours, it will be released back into the ticket pool. You can rejoin the waitlist by logging back in and following the same registration steps.
Oh no! I didn’t get selected! If you are not selected in the first round of the lottery, don’t panic! You’ll be added to the waitlist. Tickets that are turned down or refunded will be offered to people on the waitlist.
Step 3: Download your ticket
You’ll receive a PDF of your ticket by email after purchase. If you don’t see it, check your spam or junk folder or contact ticketing@sideburn.ca for help.
Please note that there are no ticket sales at the gate.
Related resources
Equity Ticketing
Can’t afford your ticket? Don’t worry, equity tickets are available to those who are experiencing barriers to participation.
