CalJam18

[Poppy4580]

For those of you considering coming over from UK so that you have the full picture......

The festival is on the Saturday. This year they had some events on the Friday night (cover bands, movies) and the museum and merch stands were open. HOWEVER the Friday night was for the people who were camping and not open to people with Saturday tickets only.

So if you are planning on coming over and want to do the whole thing including Friday night you will need to rent some camping gear or an RV and buy a camping pass in addition to the festival ticket.

[lharris92]

Originally Posted by Poppy4580

For those of you considering coming over from UK so that you have the full picture......

The festival is on the Saturday. This year they had some events on the Friday night (cover bands, movies) and the museum and merch stands were open. HOWEVER the Friday night was for the people who were camping and not open to people with Saturday tickets only.

So if you are planning on coming over and want to do the whole thing including Friday night you will need to rent some camping gear or an RV and buy a camping pass in addition to the festival ticket.

So I can camp w/out a car? As would be theoretically getting a bus from LA to there, so would it make it cheaper than a hotel for a few nights?

As otherwise a hotel a few miles away seems tempting.

[Jill]

Originally Posted by lharris92

So I can camp w/out a car? As would be theoretically getting a bus from LA to there, so would it make it cheaper than a hotel for a few nights?

As otherwise a hotel a few miles away seems tempting.

I stayed at a hotel and rented a car but I got a hold of a VIP parking pass which was AWESOME. Getting dropped off by Uber works but leaving is a bitch.

[lharris92]

Originally Posted by Jill

I stayed at a hotel and rented a car but I got a hold of a VIP parking pass which was AWESOME. Getting dropped off by Uber works but leaving is a bitch.

Ok, by reading the information FAQ's, it seems that no walk in camping is available.. - so does that mean you can't pay for camping on the day or can't camp without a car... sounds a stupid question but it doesn't mention what I'm on about.

[Jill]

You have to rent a space, so I think they mean, just walking in but I don't know. Specific questions might be answered when they start selling tickets/camping spots.

[lharris92]

Ok thanks. Will try and ask once all details are revealed.

[Poppy4580]

Originally Posted by lharris92

Ok, by reading the information FAQ's, it seems that no walk in camping is available.. - so does that mean you can't pay for camping on the day or can't camp without a car... sounds a stupid question but it doesn't mention what I'm on about.

We had a friend walk in this year - as long as you have booked a space and have your wristband it is fine that you dont have a car.

[lharris92]

Originally Posted by Poppy4580

We had a friend walk in this year - as long as you have booked a space and have your wristband it is fine that you dont have a car.

That's pretty much what I was looking for thanks.

How much was a camping ticket anyway? (assuming the actual ticket is $100 and fees)

[Poppy4580]

Originally Posted by lharris92

That's pretty much what I was looking for thanks.

How much was a camping ticket anyway? (assuming the actual ticket is $100 and fees)

I did RV camping and it was around $290 but that covers 6 people in the camping space. Cannot remember what the tent camping space was....maybe $250 for 6 people???

[lharris92]

Originally Posted by Poppy4580

I did RV camping and it was around $290 but that covers 6 people in the camping space. Cannot remember what the tent camping space was....maybe $250 for 6 people???

Hmm ok, will probably be cheaper if I went down the hotel route.

[Poppy4580]

Originally Posted by lharris92

Hmm ok, will probably be cheaper if I went down the hotel route.

If you have 6 people in the camping spot it waaaaaay cheaper than a hotel plus you get to do the stuff on the Friday night.

[lharris92]

Originally Posted by Poppy4580

If you have 6 people in the camping spot it waaaaaay cheaper than a hotel plus you get to do the stuff on the Friday night.

I'd probably have to go in with a group as none of my mates would be interested I don't think, so hotel might be cheaper. But that is a good point about the Friday.

[Poppy4580]

Originally Posted by lharris92

I'd probably have to go in with a group as none of my mates would be interested I don't think, so hotel might be cheaper. But that is a good point about the Friday.

If you make it over we should meet up say hello

[Gabrielle]

Originally Posted by lharris92

So I can camp w/out a car? As would be theoretically getting a bus from LA to there, so would it make it cheaper than a hotel for a few nights?

As otherwise a hotel a few miles away seems tempting.

I would HIGHLY recommend you renting car from LA or trying to catch a ride with someone. I'd be shocked if you'll find bus service--it's quite in the middle of nowhere. And it would be a pricey Uber ride from LAX, though you might be able to Uber from a nearby hotel. Still, a car rental might be cheaper overall with fewer hassles.

And LAX is the closest airport servicing the London directly. You can look at San Diego if you don't mind hours of driving.

[Poppy4580]

Originally Posted by Gabrielle

I would HIGHLY recommend you renting car from LA or trying to catch a ride with someone. I'd be shocked if you'll find bus service--it's quite in the middle of nowhere. And it would be a pricey Uber ride from LAX, though you might be able to Uber from a nearby hotel. Still, a car rental might be cheaper overall with fewer hassles.

And LAX is the closest airport servicing the London directly. You can look at San Diego if you don't mind hours of driving.

There are busses that go from LAX to several towns in the area and you can Uber from there. I know several people who did that this year.

[lharris92]

Originally Posted by Poppy4580

If you make it over we should meet up say hello

100% if I do go for it.

Originally Posted by Gabrielle

I would HIGHLY recommend you renting car from LA or trying to catch a ride with someone. I'd be shocked if you'll find bus service--it's quite in the middle of nowhere. And it would be a pricey Uber ride from LAX, though you might be able to Uber from a nearby hotel. Still, a car rental might be cheaper overall with fewer hassles.

And LAX is the closest airport servicing the London directly. You can look at San Diego if you don't mind hours of driving.

I've only recently started driving so might not be the best idea (just about a years driving by the time next year). There are potentially buses into San Bernardino (Greyhound) which is then not too bad to stay overnight thursday then making it easier and more accessible for the Friday (or Saturday depending).

I'm planning meticulously for both this and a Canadian 'road trip' potentially the month earlier.

On another note, the normal camping pass was $170 + fees this year so if I can find even 3 others it makes it worthwhile.


I really should be this meticulous with the trip I'm trying to organise to visit my brother in Shanghai

[J-Ro]

I think the John Wayne Airport in Santa Ana is a little closer and from what I’ve heard easier to maneuver. Starting to investigate further tomorrow...

[Disbet]

How much easier to drive it/camp vs. fly and rent a car/camp? I'm not familiar with the area there.

[lharris92]

Early bird tickets on sale.

They also have Tent only camping, which is slightly cheaper (for 4 people) costing $200 with fees.

Also they've added a Friday night ticket where you can enter the arena area for $30 (plus fees).

Check your emails if you registered for updates!

[KPNUTS]

Originally Posted by Simon

So the '17 event officially opened the C&G tour, seems likely the '18 event will close it. Nice way to bookend things if so.

I think they have several US dates after CalJam. I was thinking about St Paul, as I have friends there. CalJam definitely on the horizon, but the logistics are a bit tricky.

I'm thinking they might release another album next year
( but don't quote me on it). That will obviously mean time out in the studio, before embarking on any more dates. I'm seriously hoping they do Reading / Leeds next year..