FAQs
What is Halo Festival?
A one-day music festival on 4 July 2026 at Trinity Park, Ipswich.
What are the opening times?
Gates 11:00 · Last entry 18:00 · Curfew 23:00
Is there camping?
No – Halo is a day festival only.
How do I contact you?
- All enquiries: festivalsupport@imaginehalo.com
Do you accept e-tickets and printed tickets?
Yes. E-tickets on your phone and printed A4 tickets are both accepted. Have your barcode ready to scan (phone brightness up / clean printout).
Can I re-enter if I leave?
No re-entry, except for medical/welfare reasons at staff discretion.
Do I need ID?
Bars operate Challenge 25. Accepted ID: passport, driving licence, PASS card.
Age policy?
Under-16s must be accompanied by a responsible adult (18+) at all times.
16–17-year-olds must enter the event with a responsible adult aged 21+, but may remain inside the event unaccompanied.
Is there a shuttle from the station?
Yes. A dedicated return shuttle service will operate between Ipswich Train Station and Trinity Park. Shuttle tickets cost £5 return and must be pre-booked via our ticketing platform. Timetable details will be confirmed closer to the event.
Can I get dropped off / picked up?
Yes – use the signed Drop-off/Pick-up Zone signposted. Please don’t stop on surrounding roads.
Is there parking?
Yes – pre-book only. Full details are on the Travel page.
Can I cycle to the festival?
You can arrive by bike, but no bikes are allowed inside the arena and there’s no dedicated bike parking on site. If you lock a bike off-site it’s at your own risk.
Do you have accessible facilities?
- Yes – step-free routes, Accessible Viewing Areas, accessible toilets, and pre-booked Blue Badge parking.
Do you offer PA/Companion tickets?
Yes – one free PA/Companion ticket per eligible attendee. Email festivalsupport@imaginehalo.com
(ideally 7+ days before the event).
Is the shuttle accessible?
Yes – staff can assist with boarding on the shuttle. Ask at the Shuttle Zone or email us in advance at festivalsupport@imaginehalo.com
Can you store refrigerated medication?
Yes – a limited medical fridge is available at Medical/Welfare. Email us in advance to reserve space.
Are assistance dogs allowed?
Yes – assistance dogs are welcome. We can provide water bowls.
Where can I get help on the day?
Go to Medical/Welfare, or speak to any steward. We’re here to help, not judge.
Do you provide free water?
Yes – free water refill stations across site (bring an empty reusable bottle). You may also bring one sealed 500 ml water on entry.
What if mobile signal is busy?
Use the Free Wi-Fi Zone near the Info/Welfare point to message friends, check travel or contact support.
What’s your policy on harassment and safety?
Zero tolerance to harassment, hate, violence or threatening behaviour. Report concerns to any steward, bar staff member, Welfare or Medical team.
What’s your policy on drugs and spiking?
Illegal drugs and nitrous oxide are not permitted. Possession, use or supply will result in ejection and involve the police. Amnesty bins are at all entrances – use them on arrival, no questions asked.
Spiking is a serious crime. If you or a friend feel unwell, disoriented or unsafe, go to Medical/Welfare or tell any steward/bar staff immediately. Support is available at Welfare.
What is the Rain Clause?
The Rain Clause is our way of giving back if the weather turns. We measure rainfall on site from gates-open to close. If thresholds are reached, everyone who attended (ticket scanned at entry) gets a discount on next year’s festival:
- >1.0 mm = 10%
- >2.5 mm = 20%
- >5.0 mm = 50%
We’ll publish the final total after the event and email eligible attendees their code.
What size bag can I bring?
Small day bags only – A4 maximum (30 × 20 × 10 cm). All bags are searched.
Can I bring food and drink?
A wide choice of vendors is on site. No alcohol from outside may be brought in. If you have medical or dietary needs, email festivalsupport@imaginehalo.com
What items are prohibited?
Glass, BBQs/stoves, flares/smoke, fireworks, illegal substances, nitrous oxide, weapons, drones, professional A/V, long/pointed umbrellas, flags on poles. (Full list in Terms & Conditions.)
Can I bring a camera?
Phones and small personal cameras are fine. Professional cameras/long lenses and audio/video recording gear are not permitted.
Is the festival cashless?
Yes – cards and phone pay are accepted site-wide. No ATMs on site.
Will there be toilets?
Yes – standard and accessible toilets are located throughout the site (see event map).
Will there be strobe or pyro effects?
Some performances may include strobe lighting or pyro. Notices will be signposted where possible. Earplugs available from Welfare.
What if I lose something?
During the event: go to Welfare. After the event: email festivalsupport@imaginehalo.com
Where will updates be posted?
Here on the website and on our socials. Times and details may change; check back before you travel.