ZOBENS UN LEMESS – Festival Rules and Practical Information 

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Important to know before attending ZOBENS UN LEMESS 2025 – Quick summary:

• Entry starts on Friday, June 6 at 15:00
• Camping is free, with access included in the ticket
• Open fire and grills are prohibited; gas stoves allowed at safe distance
• No alcohol for under 18s; kids under 13 enter for free with an adult
• Deposit cups (€2) used for drinks – reusable and refundable
• Dogs allowed, but must be on a leash and cleaned up after
• Be respectful, keep the site clean, and enjoy the atmosphere!

• Parking a car – 20 EUR
• Campervans, minibuses, minivans (7+ seats), trailers – 40 EUR
  (Please note: no electricity or utility connections are available.)
• Motorbike – 10 EUR
• For those who don't want to pay, it is possible to park your car in Bauska. Nearest free parking lot is ~ 400m away from the entrance of the festival

We look forward to welcoming you to the festival!

Come prepared for adventure, music, and moments under open skies.
For metal. For history. For those who feel it to the bone.
See you in Bauska! 🤘

➡️ Scroll down for full practical information and rules

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For 2025, the festival lineup, as in previous years, will include performances by both well-known and accomplished musicians, as well as newer bands that may become a discovery for many attendees, substantially expanding their musical horizons. In addition, the festival program includes masterclasses on ancient crafts, lectures, experimental activities, and more. Festival guests will also witness battle simulations by historical reenactment clubs and enjoy a fire sculpture.

The festival ticket price includes access to the camping field located within the event territory. All essential services will be available on site — including quality food, craft beer, cider, non-alcoholic beer, refreshments, and a medical point. A beach on the Mūsa and Mēmele rivers will also be accessible for those looking to cool down.

General and internal rules of festival ZOBENS UN LEMESS

• Festival visitors are obliged to follow to all orders given by festival organisers and security staff, which concerns procedure of festival and provision of regulations, including those, which are not mentioned here but are shared at the time of festival. 
  
• Festival visitors agree to being photographed or filmed. In this case picture of festival visitor will be used for advertising purposes without receiving compensation or copyright infringement.
  
• In the territory of festival visitors may be subjected to personal verification and check of personal belongings and documents.
  
• If the festival visitor does not comply to festival rules or any other order given by festival organisers or security staff, organisers or security staff have a right to ban the visitor from the territory of the festival and confiscate his festival wristband.

Entry & Wristbands

• Entry to the festival and camping area begins on Friday, June 6 at 15:00.
• Access requires a valid ticket and wristband.
• Wristbands must be worn on the wrist at all times and must not be removed or transferred.
• Damaged, cut, glued, or altered wristbands are invalid and will be confiscated.
• Anyone with an invalid wristband may be refused entry or removed from the territory.

Age Restrictions

• Children under 13 years old may enter for free with an adult who has a valid ticket.
• Attendees aged 13–15 must be accompanied by an adult.
• Anyone under 16 may not remain in the festival area between 22:00 and 08:00 without supervision.
• Alcohol purchase and consumption is prohibited for anyone under 18.
• Visitors may be asked to show ID or passport to confirm age.

• Camping is free and inside the festival territory.
• Access to the camping area requires a wristband.
• No additional fee is charged for tents.
• Quiet hours, please, have be respected from 03:00 to 09:00.
• Gas stoves and portable cookers are allowed only in the camping area, at a safe 2-meter distance from tents, and used under personal responsibility.
• Open flames, including grills, are prohibited throughout the site and especially in the nature park zone.

• Free parking is available outside the festival grounds, in the town of Bauska – vehicles must be parked in designated public parking areas, of which there are several throughout the city.  The nearest free parking lot is approximately 400 meters from the festival entrance.
• Paid parking is available inside the festival territory, in a grass field (single-entry fee):
• Cars – 20 EUR
• Campervans, minibuses, minivans (7+ seats), trailers – 35 EUR
  (Please note: no electricity or utility connections are available.)
• Motorbikes – 10 EUR

Cyclists may leave their bicycles next to their tents, provided it does not disturb other visitors.

Food, Drink & Deposit Cups

• It is forbidden to bring any beverages other than water into the festival.

• All drinks will be served in reusable deposit cups (€2).

• Only this year’s cups are valid for return.
• Scratched, damaged or altered cups will not be refunded.
• No more than 2 cups will be accepted back from one person.
• Please use your own cups and containers if you wish.

Dogs are allowed only if:

• They are calm, sociable, and comfortable with noise and crowds;
• They are kept on a leash and, if necessary, muzzled;
• Owners clean up after them;
• They do not enter public swimming areas;
• They do not disturb or endanger others.
• Violations or complaints may result in the pet being asked to leave the site.

Safety & Forbidden Items

• It is forbidden to:
• Use open fire, grills, oil lamps, or torches anywhere on site
• Bring in or consume alcohol if under 18
• Bring in drinks (except water), weapons, gas canisters, explosives, or dangerous items
• Possess or distribute drugs or psychotropic substances
• Enter off-limits areas without permission
• Ride vehicles, bikes, scooters, etc. inside the festival area
• Make excessive noise during quiet hours (03:00–09:00)
• Bathe outside designated swimming area or during night hours
• Damage property belonging to others or the festival

Photography, Filming & Drones

• Personal photo/video equipment is allowed.
• Professional gear requires accreditation: [email protected]
• Drone usage is prohibited without prior written consent.
• Some artists may restrict photography during their sets. Please respect their requests.
• Always respect other visitors' privacy and space.

Organisers are not responsible for:

• Injuries sustained during the event
• Lost, stolen, or damaged personal items
• Quality of goods/services sold on-site (vendors are responsible)
• Actions by public authorities during the event

Organisers reserve the right to:

• Modify the program without notice
• Refuse entry or remove individuals whose behaviour disturbs the event or endangers others
• Deny alcohol to intoxicated visitors

Found Items & Lost Property

• Please bring lost items to the info centre;
• Check social media pages after the event for information on found property.

Final Notes

• No storage of prohibited items is provided at the entrance.
• Cigarettes will not be sold on-site.
• Cash is recommended — card payments may not be accepted by all vendors.
• Water for hygiene is available, but not for drinking.
• Respect fellow visitors, festival staff, and nearby residents.

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