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title: Solstice FAQ's
description: Frequently asked questions for Solstice 2018.
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# Solstice FAQs 2018

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**Where is Solstice on?**

Solstice takes place across 4 stages at The Lakeside Manor which is situated on the beautiful shores of Lough Ramor, Virginia.

**What time is the festival on.**

Gates will open at 18:30 and the festival will conclude around 01:00.

**Is there food available?**

There will be a food village on the festival grounds with different vendors cooking up different tasty bits.

**What age do you have to be to go?**

No unaccompanied under 18’s are allowed on site. All under 18’s require a ticket to the event and must be accompanied by a ticket holding adult, parent or guardian over 18. Note you may be asked to prove your age with photo ID or you will be refused admission.

**Where can I buy tickets?**

You can buy tickets on the festival website: [Solstice](http://www.solsticefestival.ie/?hsLang=en) .

**Are there buses?**

There are buses going from different locations around the country, hit us up and we will let you know what’s available.

The Bus Eireann route 109/109x runs from Dublin and past the festival gates also.

**Is there accommodation?**

There is no accommodation available at the festival, please note it is a one-day event this year so camping is not permitted either.

**Can I bring in alcohol?**

No alcohol can be brought onto the festival grounds, bag searches are in operation at the main entrance.

**Is there parking?**

There is no parking at the festival, cars can drop off and pick up.

**Is the venue wheelchair accessible?**

Yes, the venue is wheelchair accessible including toilet facilities.

**Can we get in the lake?**

Being in and swimming in the lake is permitted within the strictly outlined areas by the promotor/lifeguards. The Lifeguards on duty are in total authority of the ongoings in/near water. Individuals disobeying their instruction will be evicted.

**Are there sharks in the lake?**

Yes! But don’t worry our specially trained team of shark experts will keep them at bay so you can enjoy yourself and bathe in the glorious waters, bite free.