Hulaween 2026: dates, tickets and promo information

Camping, parking and arrival

Four-day primitive camping runs from 8 a.m. Thursday, October 22, to noon Monday, October 26. A standard GA pass does not include the car or RV pass needed to bring a vehicle into the campgrounds. Early camping requires an additional pass. Campers who want to stay together should arrive together: primitive sites are first come, first served. These details come from the organizer’s camping FAQ.

Treat your order as separate decisions: admission for each person, the appropriate vehicle pass, and any early-arrival or accommodation add-on. Before sharing costs with friends, write down what each purchase covers. Do not assume a group has enough entry wristbands just because it has booked one campsite.

Flying in or staying at a hotel

The official airport-shuttle page lists service between Jacksonville International Airport (JAX) and the park: outbound Thursday at noon or 4 p.m., returning Monday at 8 a.m. or noon. Listed fares start at $45 one way or $80 round trip, plus fees. Confirm the operator’s current timetable before booking flights; allow for baggage collection and possible delays.

Camping is optional. The organizer identifies Live Oak and Lake City as hotel bases, with guests responsible for transportation and paid day parking. Compare the full cost of a room, daily travel and parking against camping—not just the nightly hotel rate. Ask your lodging provider about late check-in and avoid relying on an unconfirmed late-night ride.

First-timer checklist

Complete the required park waiver before arrival. Under-18s need an accompanying parent, legal guardian or adult with lawful custody. Food and beverage vendors inside the festival take cards; bring a backup payment option. Empty refillable water bottles are permitted, while glass and coolers are prohibited inside the festival grounds. Read the full rules for the distinction between campsite supplies and items allowed through festival security.

Before leaving home, save your order confirmations, map and schedule for offline use. Agree on a meeting point with your group and keep a separate list of your must-see sets. Check the local forecast shortly before departure instead of treating typical October weather as a forecast. For access needs, use the organizer’s accessibility information and confirm arrangements directly.

Another fall festival to compare

For a different format—a resort stay with music in Mexico—see our Ember Shores package and travel guide. Compare what accommodation and transport each event includes before setting your trip budget.