Who’s bringing their ponchos!
- Phinst(+2)
Anyone buying Picture of Nectar on Vinyl and wanna grab me a copy? I know it’ll be on sale to the public at some point, but I wanna get that album!
Screens ‘n’ Suds is very happy to announce their 2014 Chicago Big Event during Saturday afternoon of the three night Phish run at Northerly Island. On July 19th starting at 1pm, TRIS3CT will open their doors for a special event combining the worlds of craft beer and screen printed posters. This event is part of the Mothership Art Collective art shows.
For Screens, you can find Jim Pollock and Plastic Flame Press who have created brand new prints specifically for the event. Only one print will be available per person. Previous Screens ‘n’ Suds prints will be available for purchase at the event as well, including some Morris Tees and hoodies available.
Quench your thirst with some Suds! There will be a series of rare and spectacular kegs for your enjoyment at the event. Tentative taplist is slated to be Revolution “Citra Hero” IPA (Illinois), Cigar City Brewing / The Answer Brewpub “Good Morning Mekong” imperial coffee porter w/ kopi luewak beans (Florida/Virginia), Brewery Vivant “Tart Side of the Moon” sour ale (Michigan) and Hardywood Park Brewing “Bourbon Barrel Barleywine” (Virginia). There will be a gluten free option and likely some other special beers. Cheers!
Phishinsky and Wife will be there….
Anyone driving from michigan on Saturday?
The Time Is near…
Have fun folks!
We will be parking all 3 nights at the McCormick place lot B I believe south of the venue. Was a pretty good lot last yr. Maybe see some of you there.
Tonight will be #100 for me.
^nice buddy
Here’s some Venue Info for Northerly (yes one night has passed but since it has not been posted / shared the following may still be useful to those who would like to know):
Attention ticket holder!
This message is being sent on behalf of the FirstMerit Bank Pavilion regarding your upcoming event.
Phish
FirstMerit Bank Pavilion at Northerly Island
July 18th, 19th, and 20th 2014
Tickets still available for all dates!
3pm - Parking Opens for Early Arrivals
5pm - Free Parking (included in ticket price) opens at all lots except Adler and East Museum
6pm - Venue Gates Open
7pm-11pm - Phish
Tailgating/Parking Policies:
- Tailgating is only permitted in the designated surface lots
- Tailgating will not be permitted during or after the show
- Guests must clear the parking lots immediately following the show
- Vehicles will not be allowed to park within the garages/lots overnight
- Purchasing of extra spaces within the tailgating lots is not permitted. One vehicle, one space
- Trailers, boats, or anything being towed in is not allowed
- Port-o-lets are not allowed to be brought into any parking lot by guests
- Gas or propane grills are allowed at the surface lots only
- No canopies or tents of any kind within the lots
- No vending of any kind in the lots or anywhere surrounding them
Taxis
Taxi drop-off will be located along McFetridge Dr. prior to the event. Guests will be directed to Roosevelt Rd. and Michigan Ave. to receive a taxi post event.
CTA Buses
Buses will drop-off and pickup guests at the transportation center located within the East Museum Lot.
Limousines/Buses
Limos/Buses can drop-off and pickup within the turnarounds at McFetridge Dr. Please note tailgating will NOT be permitted within the turnarounds.
Bikes
Guests riding their bikes to the venue will be able to chain their bikes at the Bike Corral, located on the corner of Solidarity Drive and Linn White Drive.
Venue Shuttles
Due to the large amount of pedestrian traffic on Solidarity Drive, there will not be shuttles from North Garage as there is on standard setup shows. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.
ADA Shuttle
Upon request within the parking lots, a shuttle will be provided to guests needing additional assistance. Guests can reach out to security patrolling the parking lots to radio for the shuttle. The shuttle will drop off at the Adler Planetarium and be able to provide service after the show, however, please be patient as it will need to wait until pedestrian traffic clears to be able to get back to the Adler drop-off for additional pickups.
Water Taxi
A free water taxi will be available to/from the west side of the harbor to the east side near the venue. These will start at 4pm and run until needed after the event.
Parking is available in the following lots for the Phish concert:
Adler Lot*
Closest lot to the venue, with a limited amount of available parking for standard sized vehicles only. Venue VIP’s traveling in an oversized vehicle will be directed South Lot. First come first serve for entry into this lot. Lot has an additional parking fee regardless of entry time.
East Museum Lot*
Second closest lot to the venue with a limited amount of available parking for standard sized vehicles only.
Soldier Field North Garage
Enclosed parking garage for standard sized vehicles only. Tailgating of any kind is not permitted within this parking facility.
Waldron Deck**
Located immediately south of Soldier Field, the upper level serves as a tailgating lot while the lower level is strictly parking, no tailgating. This lot is for standard sized vehicles only.
South Lot*
Located just south of the Waldron Deck and Soldier Field, this is a designated tailgating lot and is available for oversized and standard sized vehicles.
*Surface lots are designated as tailgate friendly lots
**Only the upper level of Waldron Deck may be used for tailgating, lower level is standard parking
Parking Fees:
Parking between 3pm-5pm:
Adler (VIP) Lot: $49
East Lot: $49
South Lot Oversize: $120
South Lot Car: $40
Waldron Deck Car: $40
Parking after 5pm:
Adler: $49 (if spaces still available)
East Lot: Included in ticket price
North Garage: Included in ticket price
South Lot Oversize: $120
South Lot Car: Included in Ticket Price
Waldron Deck: Included in Ticket Price
Venue Information:
Entry
Gate 1 – designated for guests that have tickets for the GA Floor, 300 Level Seats, and VIP seating of the facility. These are the normal ticket gates used for all shows at the venue.
Gate 2 – East of Gate 1, next to the 18th Street Beach House. This is for guests that have a general admission lawn ticket that shows “Enter Gate 2” on it.
Gate 3 – Located at the south side of the facility off of Linn White Dr. This is for guests that have a general admission lawn ticket which shows “Enter Gate 3” on it.
General Admission Lawn
Guests with a lawn ticket will not be permitted to enter the reserved seating/GA areas of the regular facility. The lawn has a completely self-contained area of concessions, merchandise, restrooms, medical and security.
Lawn Access
Guests with tickets to the General Admission Floor, Grandstand Seating, and VIP, WILL have access to the lawn area via access points between the lawn and pavilion floor. Access back and forth will be via GATE 6, located just south of the VIP Grandstand.
The Oasis
Located at the far end of the lawn, The Oasis is a large air conditioned tent, full cash bar (including crafts and imports), food, and lounge furniture to relax. This will be open to all attendees from 6pm-11pm.
Allowed in the venue
- Binoculars
- Non-professional cameras (fits in your pocket)
- Audio recording equipment
- Blankets
- Empty Poster Tubes
- Glow Bracelets and Necklaces
- Glow Sticks (except mass quantities)
- Backpack or small purse (searched upon entry)
- Extra Clothes
- Factory Sealed or Empty Water Bottles of any kind (except glass)
- Food in up to a one gallon ziplock bag
- 6-pack size collapsible cooler
- Non-aerosol bug spray and sunscreen
- Strollers
Items Not Allowed
- Professional cameras (anything with a detachable lens)
- Lawn Chairs
- Alcohol or beverages of any kind (other than factory sealed water)
- Weapons of any kind
- Drugs or drug paraphernalia
- Umbrellas
- Signage over 12”x12”
- Laser lights, pens or pointers
- Aerosol cans of any kind
- Any item deemed to be unsafe by venue management
- Video recording devices (other than cell phones)
- Hula Hoops
Recycling Efforts:
We ask that guests be mindful of recycling efforts when they come to the venue. Whether it’s in the parking lots or inside the venue, please do your best to discard trash and recycling in their respective containers throughout the Museum Campus and within FirstMerit Bank Pavilion. We thank you for the consideration and help in keeping the venue and surrounding parkland beautiful!
Vending:
Vending of any kind is strictly prohibited on and around Northerly Island and the Museum Campus, including in and around the parking facilities. This will be strictly enforced.
Pretty sure it’s not being sold there.
Leaving MInneapolis momentarily… see you guys tonight!!
Bag opener
^Nice! 
I actually saw some on Friday night being sold, but didn’t see any last night.