What to Know Before Going to Lost Lands 2024: Our Comprehensive Festival Guide

After a year teeming with speculation, the 7th installment of Excision’s flagship music festival, Lost Lands, is just days away.

The festival’s lineup is once again stacked with dubstep and bass music talent, featuring Zeds Dead, Subtronics, Nero and more alongside rising stars such as Tape B, Control Freak and EDM.com Class of 2024 trio Levity. This year also comes with significant upgrades to the event’s production as well as a new 360° stage, The Crater.

Read on to discover EDM.com‘s complete guide on everything you need to know about Lost Lands 2024.

Lost Lands Date and Venue

Lost Lands will return to Legend Valley, Ohio (about 40 miles from Columbus) from Friday, September 20th to Sunday, September 22nd, 2024. 

The exact address is Legend Valley 7585 Kindle Rd, Thornville, OH 43076.

With the increased number of visitors from the festival, be aware of heightened traffic, delays and road closures.

How to Buy Lost Lands Tickets

Tickets for this year’s edition of the festival are officially sold out. However, there’s an official festival ticket exchange where you can buy tickets and camping passes. 

Lost Lands 2024 Lineup

Lost Lands Set Times

With over 100 artists on the lineup, there are bound to be set conflicts. Keep a pulse on the schedule of each day of Lost Lands below.

Lost Lands Festival Map

Lost Lands Fire Policy

Due to the extreme drought conditions in Ohio, the Fire Marshal in the area has banned flame effects, pyrotechnics and propane. 

“We’re disappointed by the situation the drought has put us in and wish this weren’t the case… While the environment is out of our control, we’re looking forward to putting on a fantastic festival for you,” the festival said in a statement.

The decision affects Lost Lands attendees in a number of ways:

• Smoking in any form will not be allowed, but vaporizers are ok
• Any form of outdoor cooking by attendees with open flame or propane will not be allowed. The order specifically bans cooking near grass. 
• RVs with electric stoves will be permitted as long as they are inside the vehicle, but any form of cooking outside the RV is not permitted including slide outs. 
• Fire lane violations within the campgrounds will be strictly enforced. Please do not extend anything, such as shade canopies, outside of your designated campground space. 
• Do not idle your vehicle once you are parked in your camping spot, please shut off the vehicle.

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What You Can Bring to Lost Lands

• YES Reusable water bottles (Empty)
• YES Hydration Packs / Camelbaks (Empty)
• YES Single-compartment backpacks (maximum 12“ x 12“)
• YES Purses (maximum 12“ x 12“)
• YES Gum
• YES Ear Plugs
• YES Fanny packs
• YES Makeup
• YES Hand Sanitizer
• YES Chapstick and lip balm
• YES Lotion/Sunblock
• YES Sealed Tampons
• YES Eye drops
• YES Wet Wipes
• YES Cigarette Packs (Sealed)
• YES Lighters
• YES E-cig/Tobacco Vapes and Mods
• YES Vape Juice in Plastic Bottles (Sealed)
• YES Cameras (anything but pro equipment – GoPros OK)
• YES Disposable cameras
• YES Mobile Phones, external batteries and chargers
• YES Walkie Talkies
• YES Festival Totems (see Totem Rules)
• YES Kandi
• YES LED Lights
• YES Flow arts like hula hooping, poi, gloving, orbiting
• YES Costumes are encouraged! Full face masks must be removed when going through security.
• YES Bubbles (small sealed containers

What You Can’t Bring to Lost Lands

This applies to the festival grounds. Camping rules are slightly different,

• NO Illegal substances
• NO Alcohol may be brought into the festival grounds
• NO Open containers (empty reusable water bottles & empty Camelbaks OKAY)
• NO Glass of any kind
• NO Weapons
• NO Knives
• NO Pepper Spray or Mace
• NO Tanks of compressed air, helium, nitrous, etc.
• NO Aerosol products/cans except Sunscreen and Bug Spray
• NO Fireworks or any kind of explosives
• NO Open Flames or Charcoal Grill
• NO Tiki Torches
• NO Sky Lanterns
• NO Animals of any kind (for more info see lostlandsfestival.com/ada)
• NO Professional cameras/GoPro attachments
• NO Selfie Sticks
• NO Tripods
• NO Laser Pointers
• NO Drones
• NO Large speaker systems
• NO Frozen water bottles
• NO Excessively large/long metal key chains
• NO Large purses or bags (Max 12″×12″)
• NO Stickers
• NO Flyers
• NO Beach Balls
• NO Markers, pens, spray paint
• NO Paint markers
• NO Strollers/Skateboards/bicycles
• NO Folding chairs and/or camping chairs
• NO Inflatable Couches
• NO Hammocks

Lost Lands Totems

The festival encourages totems but has implemented some restrictions for viewing and photography. These guidelines are outlined below.

• Maximum height including pole: 7 feet. Combining multiple poles to create extra long totems will result in security asking you to return it to your campsite or surrender it.
• Poles must be less than 1-inch diameter
• No extendable poles
• No extra poles
• No wood, aluminum or metal (use something light like PVC)
• No Inflatables
• Nothing that can poke, stab or fall causing injury
• NO hate speech, negativity or illegal activities. Security reserves the right to deny entry to totems they deem unacceptable.
• Totem Heads: Will be limited to 2′ measured diagonally. Must have artwork on all sides. Highly creative totem heads will be more flexible on size, but please keep it reasonable. Originality is encouraged!
• Flags may be 3’x5’ or no more than 4’ measured diagonally.

Lost Lands Camping

One of the best and most authentic experiences at Lost Lands is camping. There are numerous options to camp within the festival’s grounds, which range in amenities and comfort.

Most are sold out, but you can join the waitlist here. See the camping map below. 

Tent Only Camping

The most affordable camping option at Lost Lands is GA tent-only camping, which accommodates up to four people and provides a 10’x15′ camping space.

For a slightly upgraded experience, there’s forest tent camping. This option offers a more secluded spot in a lush, wooded area for up to four people. While tent placement is flexible, it’s limited to two sleeping tents and one shade tent.

Both options require you to bring your own gear, but if you’d rather avoid the hassle of setting up a tent and other equipment, there’s easy camping. This option provides a pre-set campsite for two guests, complete with an air mattress, sleeping bags, pillows and chairs.

Car Camping

If you’re bringing your own vehicle, you can choose GA car camping, which provides a 10’x35′ space for 1-2 tents and a standard-sized car.

For a more peaceful experience, you can opt for quiet car camping, where you’ll be surrounded by fellow quiet campers, ensuring a restful night’s sleep.

RV Camping

RV camping is divided into two categories: with and without hookups. Both options include a 20′ x 50′ space for one RV and access to services like water refills and pumps.

However, if you opt for RV camping with hookups, you’ll also get a 30 amp/110v power connection, allowing you to power appliances, charge devices, and keep your RV air-conditioned throughout the festival.

Glamping

If you want an elevated experience and a highly convenient location next to the Village Marketplace, Jurassic Glamping may be for you. With access to air-conditioned showers and restrooms, plus perks like a 16.5′ diameter Bell Tent, a private glamping village with lounges, a complimentary Thursday Early Entry Pass, and more, it offers a luxurious way to enjoy the festival in style and comfort.

Camping Rules and Tips

If you’re among the majority of festival-goers camping at Lost Lands, be sure to familiarize yourself with the rules and packing list. You can find the full list of rules here, but here’s a quick summary:

• No reserving spots. If your group wants to park multiple camping vehicles next to each other, all vehicles must arrive together, no exceptions.
• There is no re-entry for camping vehicles or for cars parked in campground parking lots.
• All vehicles and campers will be searched before entry into the campgrounds.
• All campers must be wearing Lost Lands festival wristbands.
• If arriving before Friday, all campers must have an Early Entry pass.
• No box trucks allowed.

There are also some prohibited items, which include: 

• NO Illegal substances
• NO Liquor. Only 1 case of beer or 1 case of hard seltzer or 1 box of wine permitted per person.
• NO Unauthorized vending or selling of any products
• NO Glass of any kind except handheld mirrors under 12″x12″. No standup mirrors.
• NO Glass vape juice bottles, plastic only.
• NO Glass lighting. Plastic tipped Christmas-style lights OK.
• NO Large sound systems (if neighbors ask you to turn it down please respect their wishes)
• NO Weapons of any kind
• NO Knives (including cooking and steak knives)
• NO Pepper Spray or Mace
• NO Generators (RV onboard generators OK, no external)
• NO Selfie Sticks
• NO Tanks of compressed air, helium, nitrous, etc.
• NO Aerosol products/cans except Sunscreen and Bug Spray
• NO Bonfires
• NO Fireworks or any kind of explosives
• NO full-sized propane grill, charcoal, butane or fires of any kind (small propane grill ok)
• NO Tiki Torches
• NO Sky Lanterns
• NO Animals of any kind (for more info see lostlandsfestival.com/ada)
• NO Laser Pointers
• NO Drones
• NO Golf carts, dune buggies, segways, off-road motorcycles
• NO Large metal key chains
• NO Spray paint
• NO Paint markers
• NO Stickers
• NO Flyers
• NO Bicycles, Strollers, Skateboards or OneWheels
• NO Logo-wrapped canopy tents
• NO Milk Crates

What to Pack for Lost Lands

If you’re unsure about what to pack, the Lost Lands team has put together a list of essential items to help you prepare.

Food and Drink at Lost Lands

From Headbanger Hibachi to 100% Grassfed, there’s plenty of culinary options for you to choose from at the festival.

If you’re in VIP, there’s even special dining options, including Meltdown Gourmet and Sawce.

Lost Lands Parking

All non-car camping vehicles require a separate parking pass to access the specific campground for which have a camping pass. The only exception is Jurassic Glamping, where parking for one vehicle is included for free with each Glamping package. You can peruse parking options here.

Lost Lands Lockers

Lockers are a great way for you and your friends to avoid the worries associated with lugging your essentials around the vast grounds of Legend Valley. 

Lockers only come in one version but are available inside the Festival Grounds, VIP, Camping Village Marketplace and at the brand-new Crater Stage area. They also come with charging capabilities.

You can reserve your locker here for $75.

Lost Lands Livestream, “Couch Lands”

Lost Lands has partnered with Twitch for this year’s edition of Couch Lands. 

You can watch the stream here.

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