FAQ

Q: Is the lineup confirmed?
Q: I'm a DJ and I would like to see if I can spin, what do I need to do?
Q: My band would like to play, who do we contact?
Q: I would like to participate in the fashion show, whom should I contact?
Q: I am a merchant and would like to participate in your Market. What do I need to know and whom should I contact?
Q: Which hotel will be hosting the event?
Q: How far are the various hotels from the festival venues?
Q: How far is the train/bus station from the hotels?
Q: Is this an all ages event?
Q: I'm aged 18 x 20, how is that going to impact my festival experience?
Q: Is smoking permitted in the venues?
Q: What are the drink prices like at Toad's?
Q: How can I get to New Haven from various airports / cities?
Q: How do I get around New Haven?



Q: Is the lineup confirmed? I hear my favorite band rarely plays. How certain is all of this, or is it just smoke and mirrors?
A: All the announced bands are confirmed with signed contracts. Should any of the bands on the mainstage (Toad's Place) drop out for any reason (illness/whatever) refunds will be offered to all current ticket holders. This refund policy does not apply to bands on the second stage (Alchemy). Please see our refund policy here (link).

Q: I'm a DJ and I would like to see if I can spin, what do I need to do?
A: DJ's who would like to spin for Blacksun Festival II should send their contact info, bio, and sample playlist to DJ@Blacksun-festival.com. The cut off date for DJ submissions is April 15th, 2006.

Q: My band would like to play, whom should we contact?
A: Our band selection is closed for this year. The selection process for 2007 will start in September of 2006. Please check back on the festival website at that time for more details.

Q: I would like to participate in the fashion show, whom should I contact?
A: Please e-mail your inquiry to Fashion@Blacksun-festival.com.

Q: I am a merchant and would like to participate in your Market. What do I need to know and whom should I contact?
A: The Blacksun Festival is offering merchants vender space on Saturday August 6th and Sunday August 7th. Each vender space will be 8 feet by 8 feet. The fee includes electric, 8' table, and two chairs. We are only taking applications of merchants who wish to vend for both days. The fee for both days is a total of $275, and includes festival tickets. Please go here (link) for more information and for the vender application form.

Q: Which hotel will be hosting the event?
A: There is no official hotel for this event and there will be no festival events taking place at a hotel. For your convenience we have listed several hotel options for on the accommodations page.

Q: How far are the various hotels from the festival venues?
A: All hotels listed on our accommodations page are within walking distance of all festival venues. For most of them the walking time is less than 5 minutes.

Q: How far is the train/bus station from the hotels?
A: All hotels listed on our accommodations page are within walking distance of the train/bus stations. However, if you are bring a lot of luggage it may be too far to walk. A taxi should run @ $5, or you can take the city bus. The Colony Inn offers a free shuttle pickup from the train station if you inform them in advance of when you will be arriving.

Q: Is this an all ages event?
A: You can see the main stage bands at Toad's Place if you are under 18 years old, however you will not be able to enter Alchemy (which is 18+) for the events held there. You will also be allowed at the picnic.

Q: I'm aged 18 x 20, how is that going to impact my festival experience?
A: You will be able to participate in all festival events, however due to Connecticut state law there will be parts of the venues that you will be unable to access. In Toads Place this means you will be unable to access a bar area, a lounge, and the Lilly Pad. In Alchemy you will have full access to the venue, except for the areas immediately around the bars.

Q: Is smoking permitted in the venues?
A: Connecticut State law restricts smoking indoors at the festival venues. Toad's Place has a courtyard area for smokers over 21 (those younger will have to exit the venue). Alchemy has a patio that is accessible by all ages.

Q: What are the drink prices like at Toad's?
A: Wells/Domestics run @ $4.50

Q: How can I get to New Haven from various airports / cities?
A: Please see our Transportation Page

Q: How do I get around New Haven?
A: Once you have arrived in New Haven, you should be able to walk to all Festival Venues, Hotels, Clubs, and Restaurants. One of the major reasons why we chose New Haven in the first place was how easy it is to get around - no need for vehicles!