ACCESSIBILITY

  • Is the festival accessible?

    Sommo Festival is accredited as “Fully Accessible” by Access Advisor.
      
    Services include:
      
    • Accessible parking lot for those with the government issued parking passes ($20 first-come, first-serve in the East Premium Parking Lot)
    • Pat & The Elephant shuttle service to and from the parking lot in Avonlea Village
    • Corporate Suite entrance access
    • Accessible washrooms
    • Crushed gravel pathways
    • Accessible viewing platform that offers a premium view of the main stage, is fully licensed and has a dedicated beverage server
      
    To read more about our accessible classification, visit Access Advisor’s Website: www.accessadvisor.ca
      
    Do you require an accessible ticket? Email info@sommofest.com and a team member will reach out to you to purchase. If you already have a festival pass, let us know and we’ll swap your ticket for an accessible ticket if available.

  • Do I need a special ticket to sit on the accessible platform?

    Yes! Email info@sommofest.com and a customer service representative will reach out to you to purchase. If you already have a pass, let us know and we’ll swap your ticket for an accessible ticket if available. 

  • Does the accessible platform have seating?
    Seating is not provided on the accessible platform, however you are free to bring your own seating if you wish.
  • I HAVE MOBILITY ISSUES. WHAT GATE DO I ENTER THE FESTIVAL?

    If you have an Accessible Ticket, enter through the Corporate Suites entrance. This entrance is to the left of the main stage (when approaching from the parking lot.)

  • Are there bathrooms by the accessible platform?
    Yes, accessible washrooms are nearby.
  • WHAT IF I HAVE MOBILITY ISSUES BUT DON’T NEED ACCESS TO THE ACCESSIBLE PLATFORM?
    To use the accessible platform, you need an accessible ticket, however the accessible entrance can be used by anyone regardless of ticket type. The accessible entrance is intended to assist those with difficulty walking or mobility issues. You do not need an accessible ticket to use this entrance. (If you require an accessible ticket, email info@sommofest.com.)
  • Do you have accessible parking?
    Accessible parking will only be in the East Premium Parking lot and will be available first-come, first-serve for $20 for those who have a government-issued accessible parking pass. Ask an attendant at the VIP entrance to the south of the venue if you need the use of a wheelchair. For any other questions, concerns, or additional information, please email info@sommofest.com
  • Are wheelchairs available at the festival?
    A limited number of wheelchairs are available at the Corporate Suites entrance. There is no charge for usage, but a valid picture I.D. and/or driver’s license must be left with the gate attendant. When the wheelchair is returned to the same gate it was obtained at, the I.D. will be returned.
  • Can I bring my service animal with me?
    Yes. Service animals are allowed, but pets are not.