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Park Policies

We are a completely outdoor venue: All concerts are rain or shine. In the instance of rain, standard umbrellas (no golf umbrellas) are permitted.

Free parking on site, please carpool. 

No pets, no glass, no alcohol or beverages of any kind. Soft drinks, water, energy drinks, beer, wine, food and snacks are available for purchase.

We now accept credit cards, debit cards and case on site.

Please leave the following items at home; animals/pets, fireworks, video equipment, tape recorders, cooking equipment, weapons, illegal drugs, bikes.

All guests in reserved seating require a ticket, regardless of age.

Guests are welcome to bring the following items: blankets, lawn chairs, binoculars, purses, coolers (food only) no beverages of any kind are allowed into the park.

“Tailgating” is strictly prohibited.

No flash photography allowed.

Picture ID is required for all alcoholic beverage purchases.

All guests may be subject to search prior to entering Ives Concert Park.

Policies are subject to change.

If someone has a medical emergency or requires special attention seek Ives on site Security.

Camping is prohibited.

A free golf cart shuttle service is available from the front gate to a central park location during each concert for all guests who require assistance.

Directions:

From I-84 (East or West), take Exit 4, turn right to the 3rd Light, then make a right onto University Boulevard. The Ives Center is 1/4 mile on the left.

Address:

Western Connecticut State University Westside Campus

43 Lake Avenue Ext.

Danbury, CT 06810