This is a living document. Please check back closer to the festival for more details!
Welcome to Platinum!
Welcome back to Railbird! We're so excited to open the gates of our new location, Red Mile Gaming and Racing, for an amazing weekend of live music in the middle of the track! Your Platinum perks will help you make the most of your weekend with up-close viewing, a private lounge and more!
We’ve compiled this guide to help you take full advantage of everything Platinum has to offer. We’ve also included essential info on our general festival details. Be sure to share this with everyone in your group so all are in-the-know. And if there is anything we left off, email info@railbirdfest.com with questions. We can’t wait to see you!
BEFORE THE FESTIVAL
Health & Safety
1. Bring your Festival Wristband
2. Please also remember our updated bag policy– CLEAR BAGS ONLY – and No liquids are allowed to be brought into Railbird.
How to Dress & What to Bring
Dress for comfort and be sure to check the weather forecast before you head out the door. The festival grounds are a combination of paved surfaces, gravel and grass, so choose your footwear accordingly. We recommend a hat and sunglasses, but if you forget anything, the Festival Store has lots of great merchandise offerings!
Review this link to be sure you are in compliance with our bag policy and to see what items are allowed and prohibited.
Platinum Wristbands
Will Call
If your wristbands were not mailed to you and are at Will Call, you can pick them up at the Festival Box Office. A government-issued ID is required to verify your order and pick up tickets.
Box Office Location: coming soon!
Box Office Hours:
• Friday: coming soon!
• Saturday: coming soon!
• Sunday: coming soon!
Wristband Activation
Wristband activation ensures a smooth process when entering the festival each day and allows you to add emergency contact information to your wristband. All you need to do is enter your wristband ID number (located on the inside of your wristband) and contact info to activate.
GETTING IN THE FESTIVAL
Hours:
• Saturday: coming soon!
• Sunday: coming soon!
Location & Entry Gate
Railbird Festival 2023, will take place at an exciting new venue, Red Mile Gaming & Racing, located in the heart of downtown Lexington, KY at 1200 Red Mile Road. Look for the VIP/Platinum Entry lane for expedited entry at both entrances.
Passenger Drop Off & Pick Up Location
Our official passenger drop off and pick up location is: coming soon!
Car Parking: coming soon!
Platinum Parking Information
Premium parking is included in your ticket. Check out your parking info HERE!
AT THE FESTIVAL
Platinum Lounge
The Platinum Lounge is your secluded oasis to relax, enjoy all-day dining and complimentary cocktails, and to receive excellent service from your premium staff and concierge. Entrance location coming soon! Inside you’ll find everything you need to make the most your Railbird weekend, including:
• Covered, beautifully decorated space with a variety of seating
• Full-service bar with all-day beer, wine, seltzers, cocktails and non-alcoholic beverages
• Daily lunch, dinner and snacks
• Premium, air-conditioned bathrooms
• Complimentary lockers with mobile chargers
• Concierge service — Our staff are here to assist you with any festival questions, wristband issues, festival survival supplies or anything else that comes up.
ALL-INCLUSIVE DINING AND DRINKS
Beverage Offerings
Have a drink on us at full-service bars, serving complimentary beer, wine, cocktails and non-alcoholic beverages.
• Bar location and menu coming soon!
Dining Offerings
No need to go hungry with delicious bites all day in the Platinum Lounge. We’ll have a selection of hand held favorites in the afternoon with an expanded range of hot and cold dishes in the evening hours, followed by late-night snacks to enjoy with the final sets of the festival. All food is served in the Café within the Platinum Lounge and will include options for those with dietary requirements.
Viewing Areas
By far one of the most popular perks of Platinum is access to fantastic stage viewing! We have exclusive space just for you.
Viewing Areas and Locations coming soon!
*All viewing areas are limited capacity and available on a first-come, first-served basis. With the exception of ADA viewing, no chairs are allowed in viewing areas.
Golf Cart Transportation
Information coming soon!
The Extras
As if all of the above isn’t enough, we also have these fun additions for you:
• Access to VIP and GA+ — Enjoy unfettered access to all VIP and GA+ areas
• Merchandise gift — A special thank-you for our Platinum guests, available at the Platinum Concierge
• The Rickhouse feat. festival barrel selections and bourbon tastings for purchase - more info coming soon!