Parking Frequently Asked Questions
General Information
Parking is available at the festival site located at Old Pool Farm in Upper Salford Township. Specific parking areas will be designated and clearly marked.
Yes, there are several types of parking areas, including reserved parking, free parking, VIP parking, and accessible parking for those with disabilities. Passes can be purchased online in advance. The parking area for those with disabilities in the reserved lot requires a parking pass be purchased.
Purchasing Parking Passes
Parking passes can be purchased along with tickets here. We recommended buying your pass in advance, as spaces can fill up quickly. On the Tickets form, tickets are under the “Add-Ons” category.
Yes! The free parking lot is 0.7 mile from the lot to the Main Gate on Salford Station Road. Shuttles are available at regular intervals to take you from the lot to the Main Gate.
Yes, but availability may be limited. To ensure a spot, it’s best to purchase your pass beforehand.
Parking Rules and Regulations
Parking is only allowed in designated areas. Illegally parked vehicles may be towed at the owner’s expense.
No, tailgating, open flames, and alcohol consumption are not permitted in the parking lots.
If you lose your parking pass, visit the festival’s ticketing booth or contact customer service for assistance. Parking passes are affixed to your windshield using a sticker that is destroyed once removed. Reserved parking passes may not be transferred between multiple vehicles.
Safety and Security
Yes, parking lots are patrolled by festival security to ensure the safety of all attendees.
In case of an emergency, contact festival security or dial 911. Emergency services will be available on-site throughout the festival.
Accessible Parking
Yes, accessible parking is available in both reserved and free parking areas. A valid state-issued parking permit or license plate is required. Parking in the reserved parking area for those with disabilities also requires a reserved parking pass to be purchased. The Old Pool Farm delivers our charm but also many challenges. We strive to make this working hay farm as accessible to everyone as possible.
The Philadelphia Folk Festival is held on the site of the Old Pool Farm. This beautifully scenic working hay farm offers us our charm, but also provides many challenges. We strive to make our festival as accessible to as many as possible. There are several Accessible Parking Areas for those with disabilities available at the Festival. These are:
- Free Accessible Parking Area
- Reserved Accessible Parking Area
- Camping Accessible Parking Area
ALL ACCESSIBLE PARKING AREAS REQUIRE A STATE-ISSUED PLACARD OR LICENSE PLATE FOR THOSE WITH DISABILITIES.
Free Accessible Parking Area: Located in the Wolford Rd. lot in the first parking row. Parking spaces are relatively flat and are next to where passenger shuttles, typically school buses, transport festival attendees to the Main Gate. Be aware that this is an open field, converted for use of parking. The ground is uneven. This accessible parking area is typically reserved for day-tripping customers who would like to forgo the fee for parking in the Reserved Parking Accessible Area.
Reserved Accessible Parking Area: Located in the Reserved Parking Lot (Point Parking Lot) on-site of the Old Pool Farm directly adjacent to the Main Gate area. This would be the best available option for accessibility to the concert area. The spaces are relatively flat. Be aware that this is an open field, converted for use of parking. These spaces are typically reserved for day-tripping customers. Close is a matter of perspective, but this is as close as it gets to the concert area. You MUST purchase the ‘Reserved Parking’ add-on available at folkfest.org to park in the Reserved Accessible Parking Area.
Camping Accessible Parking Area: Located inside the Clemmers Mill Rd. Gate directly to the right when you enter. This is the best option for those needing accessible parking who are CAMPING. You do NOT require a 'Reserved Parking Pass' to park in this accessible area, but you MUST register with the Camping Committee to request a spot. You will be provided with a placard when you arrive on-site that will allow you re-entry to the lot. THESE SPOTS ARE LIMITED AND FIRST COME FIRST SERVED.
You may NOT move your vehicle between accessible parking areas. We ask customers to utilize the tram cart service to travel between the camping and concert areas.
More Information
For more information, visit the festival’s official website or contact Dan Gossin, Management Team Assistant, at gossind@yahoo.com or contact the Parking Committee at: parkingpff@gmail.com
ALL PARKING ON-SITE IS WEATHER DEPENDENT, AND THE FESTIVAL DIRECTORS RESERVE THE RIGHT TO CLOSE ALL ON-SITE PARKING IN THE EVENT OF AN EMERGENCY.
Note: This information is subject to change. Please check the Philadelphia Folk festival’s official website for the latest updates and details.