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Event Guide
You are invited to participate in Dustcovery on many levels. We encourage and support everyone’s freedom to express themselves, have the experience they want, and add to the experience of others. However, we do have a few guidelines to ensure that your freedom does not interfere with others and to help us all keep safe and comfortable. Below you will find information on how to prepare for the event and some conditions on attending.
WHAT WHERE WHEN GUIDE
Gate & Arrival
Arrival
- PNE staff will scan your ticket at the door. Bags will be checked on arrival, see What To Bring/Not Bring below.
- Once inside, our wonderful gate volunteers will welcome you and give you a wristband.
- Ins and outs are allowed until 10pm. Wristband must be untampered and securely on your wrist for re-entry.
- Children and youth under 19 must be accompanied by an adult.
Getting There & Parking
The PNE Forum is at 2901 East Hastings St in Vancouver. Enter from Gate 2 on Renfrew St.
We encourage you to take public transportation, with bus stops nearby on Hastings St and Renfrew St.
Parking is $15. On arrival at Gate 2 you will be directed to the nearest lot by PNE parking attendants.
What To Bring
The PNE has again agreed to have a more relaxed security for our event. You may bring a bag and essential items:
- An empty water bottle to fill at the two water stations inside the venue.
- Jacket, umbrella, etc for possible cold and wet weather.
- Ear plugs to protect your hearing. Greeters will have single-use earplugs if you forget yours.
What Not To Bring
There will be bag searches at the door. Please do not bring:
- Alcohol – The PNE does not allow outside alcohol. Drinks available at the PNE-run bar.
- Illegal substances
- Commerce, vending or self-promotion – in alignment with the Principle of Decommodification.
- MOOP (Matter out of Place) – The Principle of Leaving No Trace means cleaning up after ourselves and respecting the spaces where we gather. This also means that you should NOT bring items that are prone to creating MOOP, such as feathers, glitter makeup, stick-on gems, loosely sewn sequins, etc.
- Pets – only licensed service and guide dogs are permitted.
- Weapons – including props that may be mistaken for a real weapon.
What to Expect
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Sound Stages
Two stages with four DJs spinning at the same time will keep the energy and excitement flowing all night!
In the Sound Cave, the Cottage Stage will bring a curated journey of sound—DJs weaving deep grooves and dynamic rhythms, from familiar legends to future favourites awaiting your eardrums. Waves of 4D audio, light carved by lasers, and projection mapping converge to create a living, breathing dreamscape over a grassy lawn dance floor.
Back by popular demand, the Silent Disco in the Art Forest will be taken over by the Silly Hat Society, bringing stellar intergalactic disc jockeys to send us into another galaxy. Come grab a pair of headphones and groove out to your choice of three DJs spinning at a time, including a dedicated vinyl deck. Note that an ID (or other valuable item) must be given as collateral when borrowing headphones.
Art & Theme Camps
As a participant-driven event, the heart of Dustcovery is in the incredible art installations and theme camps brought by our community. No matter how big or small, every project at Dustcovery helps create a vibrant and engaging environment to explore within the event.
Outdoor Space
Head outside for the fire show, fire art, food trucks and covered areas to catch a breath.
Make sure you dress for the weather!
Event Services
Acculturation Hub – Located near the entrance, our acculturation volunteers will welcome newbies into the Burner community and educate on the 10 Principles with engaging activities.
Coat Check – Leave your jackets and bags at our self-serve coat check near the entrance. Please note that GVIAS accepts no liability for lost, stolen or damaged items. All property is left at your own risk.
Cuddle Puddles – Our cozy lounges are there for when you need a break.
Water – Two self-serve water stations can be found in the Art Forest. Bring your (empty) reusable water bottle.
Bar – The PNE Bar will serve alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks and a variety of packaged snacks – see the What Where When Guide in the Dust app for a full listing and pricing. The PNE is a cashless venue. Only credit and debit cards are accepted.
First Aid station is located near the entrance.
Food Trucks
Mom’s Grilled Cheese and Twisted Potato Express Food Truck will be onsite serving delicious food from 6 to 11:30pm.
Food is for purchase by attendees. GVIAS is subsidizing a discount for both trucks until sales limits are reached.
If you have dietary restrictions, you are allowed to bring your own food.
Children & Families
Dustcovery is all-ages until 9pm.
Please note that there is no specific children’s programming or censorship. There are activities like colouring, bead bracelet making, giant jenga, etc that are kid friendly. It is up to you to educate your young person or answer questions about any of the content at the event.
Please respect the end time for anyone under 19 and be ready to leave by 9pm. Our team will gently remind anyone with children when the time is approaching.
Re-entry will be allowed until 10pm to give time for parents and caregivers to return.
Accessibility
GVIAS believes deeply in radical inclusion, and we have taken steps to improve the accessibility of Dustcovery at the PNE Forum.
Entrance – An accessible ramp leads from the doors to the event floor.
Outside Access – The entrance ramp leads to the doors to the outdoor area where the fire show, fire art and food trucks are located.
Washrooms – Signage indicates accessible washrooms in the Art Forest. An accessible porta-potty will be available outside.
If you have any specific questions or requests around accessibility, please email dustcovery@gvias.org.
Consent & Care Culture
There will be posters spread throughout the venue and in the washrooms about what consent means. Please take a moment to read them if you are unfamiliar.
Please ask before touching someone or coming into their space. This includes hugs!
No means no.
Unsure body language means no.
Only an enthusiastic YES means YES!
Be respectful and gracious if someone says they do not want to do what you have offered. If someone violates your consent, please notify one of our producers (they will have radios!) or have security call one of us on radio to assist you.
This is a community event and our 10 Principles apply. Help each other out, look out for one another, pick up garbage if you see it or notify someone if you spill a drink, etc.