PLAY AND EXPLORE
Activities & Fun Zones
Golden River Veil Fest is a place to have fun, be playful, and make memories. Between the sets, there's a whole world of activities to enjoy — from beach volleyball and frisbee on the sand to art workshops, chill-out zones, and pop-up performances throughout the grounds.
Our Activities Zone hosts daily programming including beach games, hula hoop workshops, photography sessions, festival-style dance classes, and spontaneous jam circles. All you need to bring is your energy — we provide the equipment.
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Frisbee & Beach Games
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Beach Volleyball Courts
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Art & Craft Workshops
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Dance & Movement Classes
COME AS YOU ARE
Express Yourself
At Golden River Veil Fest, there is no dress code — only freedom. Festival fashion is celebrated and encouraged in all its forms. Whether you come in glitter and face paint, a yukata, your favourite vintage city pop t-shirt, or a full cosplay, we welcome you as you are.
Festival face paint and glitter stations are available on site — drop by the Make-Up Bar in the Arts Village to get an expert makeover before hitting the stage. Biodegradable glitter is provided free of charge. Our photo booths make the perfect backdrop for capturing your festival look.
✨ Face paint, glitter, body art — all welcome and celebrated
👘 Traditional Japanese dress (yukata, happi coats) encouraged
🌈 All gender expressions, identities, and styles respected
⚠ Offensive costumes, cultural appropriation, or intimidating attire not acceptable
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Prohibited Items
These items will be confiscated at entry. Do not bring them.
Professional cameras with lenses over 10cm
Press accreditation required for professional equipment. Compact cameras and smartphones are fine.
Press accreditation required for professional equipment. Compact cameras and smartphones are fine.
Drones or UAVs of any kind
Drone flights are strictly prohibited over the festival site. All drones will be confiscated and may result in removal from the festival.
Drone flights are strictly prohibited over the festival site. All drones will be confiscated and may result in removal from the festival.
Glass bottles, glass containers, or mirrors
Broken glass poses a serious safety risk on the beach and grass. All glass will be confiscated at the gate. Bring a reusable plastic or metal bottle instead.
Broken glass poses a serious safety risk on the beach and grass. All glass will be confiscated at the gate. Bring a reusable plastic or metal bottle instead.
Outside alcohol or illegal substances
Outside alcohol is not permitted. Illegal drugs are prohibited under Japanese law — possession may result in arrest. We use drug detection dogs at entry.
Outside alcohol is not permitted. Illegal drugs are prohibited under Japanese law — possession may result in arrest. We use drug detection dogs at entry.
Fireworks, flares, or pyrotechnics
No fireworks, sparklers, flares, signal pistols, or any pyrotechnic devices. Fire safety and Japanese law prohibit these items.
No fireworks, sparklers, flares, signal pistols, or any pyrotechnic devices. Fire safety and Japanese law prohibit these items.
Laser pointers or laser devices
Laser pointers can cause permanent eye damage to performers and other attendees. Strictly prohibited.
Laser pointers can cause permanent eye damage to performers and other attendees. Strictly prohibited.
Large umbrellas (diameter over 60cm)
Compact folding umbrellas are fine. Large golf-style umbrellas or beach umbrellas block sightlines for fellow attendees. Please leave large umbrellas at home.
Compact folding umbrellas are fine. Large golf-style umbrellas or beach umbrellas block sightlines for fellow attendees. Please leave large umbrellas at home.
Weapons of any kind
Knives, blades, firearms, or any item capable of being used as a weapon are prohibited. Security staff will conduct bag checks at entry.
Knives, blades, firearms, or any item capable of being used as a weapon are prohibited. Security staff will conduct bag checks at entry.
Megaphones or electronic amplification devices
Personal megaphones, air horns, and electronic amplification devices (other than personal hearing aids) are not permitted.
Personal megaphones, air horns, and electronic amplification devices (other than personal hearing aids) are not permitted.
Selfie sticks and telescopic poles
Selfie sticks and poles are not permitted in stage areas as they obstruct other attendees' views and can cause injury in crowds.
Selfie sticks and poles are not permitted in stage areas as they obstruct other attendees' views and can cause injury in crowds.
Pets (except registered assistance animals)
We love pets, but the festival environment is not safe for animals. Registered guide dogs and assistance animals with relevant documentation are always welcome.
We love pets, but the festival environment is not safe for animals. Registered guide dogs and assistance animals with relevant documentation are always welcome.
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Permitted Items
These items are welcome on site. Pack smart and have fun!
Reusable water bottles (non-glass)
Metal, plastic, or silicone bottles welcome. Free refill stations throughout the venue. Stay hydrated — it's essential in August.
Metal, plastic, or silicone bottles welcome. Free refill stations throughout the venue. Stay hydrated — it's essential in August.
Sunscreen and insect repellent
Sun protection is strongly encouraged. Any size permitted. Free sunscreen application stations are also located throughout the venue.
Sun protection is strongly encouraged. Any size permitted. Free sunscreen application stations are also located throughout the venue.
Small bags and backpacks
Bags up to 30L are welcome. All bags will be checked at entry for prohibited items. Bag check service is available if you need to store large items.
Bags up to 30L are welcome. All bags will be checked at entry for prohibited items. Bag check service is available if you need to store large items.
Compact cameras (lens under 10cm)
Point-and-shoot cameras, compact mirrorless, and film cameras with standard lenses are fine. Enjoy documenting your experience!
Point-and-shoot cameras, compact mirrorless, and film cameras with standard lenses are fine. Enjoy documenting your experience!
Prescription medication (declared at entry)
Please carry in original labelled packaging and declare at the entry gate. A doctor's note or prescription copy is helpful if asked.
Please carry in original labelled packaging and declare at the entry gate. A doctor's note or prescription copy is helpful if asked.
Earplugs
Hearing protection is encouraged near large stages. Disposable earplugs are also available for free at the Info Booth and Medical Station.
Hearing protection is encouraged near large stages. Disposable earplugs are also available for free at the Info Booth and Medical Station.
Snacks and non-alcoholic drinks
Small personal snacks and sealed non-alcoholic beverages (under 500ml, non-glass) are permitted. No outside alcohol.
Small personal snacks and sealed non-alcoholic beverages (under 500ml, non-glass) are permitted. No outside alcohol.
Camping equipment (camping ticket holders only)
Tents, sleeping bags, chairs, and standard camping equipment are welcome in designated camping zones for camping ticket holders.
Tents, sleeping bags, chairs, and standard camping equipment are welcome in designated camping zones for camping ticket holders.
Festival flags and banners (non-commercial)
Personal, handmade flags and banners are encouraged as long as they're not blocking sightlines for other attendees. No commercial advertising or soliciting.
Personal, handmade flags and banners are encouraged as long as they're not blocking sightlines for other attendees. No commercial advertising or soliciting.
Face paint, body glitter, costumes, and festival attire
All non-offensive costume and fashion choices are welcome. Our Make-Up Bar in the Arts Village can enhance your look on arrival.
All non-offensive costume and fashion choices are welcome. Our Make-Up Bar in the Arts Village can enhance your look on arrival.
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Code of Conduct
How we treat each other makes Golden River the festival it is.
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Respect every attendee
Treat everyone with kindness and respect regardless of their background, identity, appearance, gender, sexuality, nationality, or ability. We are all here for the same reason.
Treat everyone with kindness and respect regardless of their background, identity, appearance, gender, sexuality, nationality, or ability. We are all here for the same reason.
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Zero tolerance for harassment
Sexual harassment, verbal abuse, physical intimidation, or any form of harassment will result in immediate removal from the festival. Report harassment to any orange-vested staff member or security.
Sexual harassment, verbal abuse, physical intimidation, or any form of harassment will result in immediate removal from the festival. Report harassment to any orange-vested staff member or security.
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Photography etiquette
Crowd and atmosphere shots are fine. Do not photograph individuals in distress or private moments without consent. No commercial photography without press accreditation. Photography of performing artists from the crowd is permitted for personal use only.
Crowd and atmosphere shots are fine. Do not photograph individuals in distress or private moments without consent. No commercial photography without press accreditation. Photography of performing artists from the crowd is permitted for personal use only.
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No crowd surfing in seated areas
Crowd surfing and moshing are only permitted in designated standing areas near Main Stage. The Beach Stage and Forest Stage areas are non-moshing zones. Follow instructions from stage safety staff at all times.
Crowd surfing and moshing are only permitted in designated standing areas near Main Stage. The Beach Stage and Forest Stage areas are non-moshing zones. Follow instructions from stage safety staff at all times.
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Respect listening and personal space
Be mindful of others in crowds. Don't push forward aggressively, don't block accessible areas, and give people the space they need to enjoy the music.
Be mindful of others in crowds. Don't push forward aggressively, don't block accessible areas, and give people the space they need to enjoy the music.
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Environment Rules
Help us achieve zero waste at Shonan Beach
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Use the provided recycling system
Colour-coded recycling stations are placed every 50m. Sort your waste correctly — Burnable (pink), Plastic (yellow), Cans/Bottles (blue), Food/Compost (green). Ask an Eco Ranger if unsure.
Colour-coded recycling stations are placed every 50m. Sort your waste correctly — Burnable (pink), Plastic (yellow), Cans/Bottles (blue), Food/Compost (green). Ask an Eco Ranger if unsure.
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No littering — fine ¥5,000
Dropping litter on the festival grounds or beach carries a ¥5,000 on-the-spot fine. This is a protected beachfront environment — please help us keep Shonan beautiful.
Dropping litter on the festival grounds or beach carries a ¥5,000 on-the-spot fine. This is a protected beachfront environment — please help us keep Shonan beautiful.
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Leave No Trace camping
All campers must leave their pitch as they found it. Take all rubbish to the camping recycling points. Tents and equipment left behind at the end of the festival will be donated or disposed of — we cannot store unclaimed items.
All campers must leave their pitch as they found it. Take all rubbish to the camping recycling points. Tents and equipment left behind at the end of the festival will be donated or disposed of — we cannot store unclaimed items.
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Protect the beach and ocean
Do not dispose of any waste directly on the beach or in the ocean. No single-use plastics are permitted on site. Help us protect Shonan's marine environment.
Do not dispose of any waste directly on the beach or in the ocean. No single-use plastics are permitted on site. Help us protect Shonan's marine environment.
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Noise & Curfew Rules
Respect quiet hours in camping and residential areas
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Camping quiet hours: 02:00–07:00
After 02:00, please be mindful of sleeping campers. Keep noise to a minimum in camping zones. Personal music devices must use headphones. Repeat violations may result in removal from the camping area.
After 02:00, please be mindful of sleeping campers. Keep noise to a minimum in camping zones. Personal music devices must use headphones. Repeat violations may result in removal from the camping area.
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No personal amplification or megaphones
Personal megaphones, portable speakers over 5W, and air horns are not permitted in the camping areas or near residential boundaries at any time.
Personal megaphones, portable speakers over 5W, and air horns are not permitted in the camping areas or near residential boundaries at any time.
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No vehicle engines in camping zone after midnight
Vehicle engines and generators in or near camping areas must be switched off by midnight. This includes any petrol-powered equipment.
Vehicle engines and generators in or near camping areas must be switched off by midnight. This includes any petrol-powered equipment.
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Legal & General Conditions
Your ticket is your agreement to these conditions
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Right to search bags at entry
The festival reserves the right to conduct bag and body searches at all entry points. By purchasing a ticket, you consent to this. Refusal to be searched may result in being denied entry without a refund.
The festival reserves the right to conduct bag and body searches at all entry points. By purchasing a ticket, you consent to this. Refusal to be searched may result in being denied entry without a refund.
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No soliciting, flyering, or commercial activity
Distributing flyers, promotional materials, collecting signatures, or conducting any commercial activity without prior written permission from festival management is prohibited.
Distributing flyers, promotional materials, collecting signatures, or conducting any commercial activity without prior written permission from festival management is prohibited.
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Japanese law applies at all times
All activities on the festival site are subject to Japanese law. Drug offences, violence, theft, and other criminal acts will be reported to the police. International visitors are subject to the same laws as Japanese nationals.
All activities on the festival site are subject to Japanese law. Drug offences, violence, theft, and other criminal acts will be reported to the police. International visitors are subject to the same laws as Japanese nationals.
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Festival management decisions are final
Festival management reserves the right to refuse entry or remove any person from the site whose behaviour endangers others, violates these rules, or disrupts the festival experience. No refund will be given in this circumstance.
Festival management reserves the right to refuse entry or remove any person from the site whose behaviour endangers others, violates these rules, or disrupts the festival experience. No refund will be given in this circumstance.
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Consent to filming and photography
By attending Golden River Veil Fest, you consent to being filmed, photographed, or recorded for use in festival promotional materials, broadcasts, and social media content. If you have concerns, speak to a volunteer at the Info Booth on arrival.
By attending Golden River Veil Fest, you consent to being filmed, photographed, or recorded for use in festival promotional materials, broadcasts, and social media content. If you have concerns, speak to a volunteer at the Info Booth on arrival.
Questions About the Rules?
If you're unsure whether an item is permitted or have any questions about festival conduct, contact us before you arrive — we're happy to help.
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