FAQs
WHERE IS IT?
CherryHill Orchards, 739 Maroondah Hwy, Coldstream, Victoria.
IS THERE ALLOCATED SEATING AT THE EVENT?
The Festival does not have allocated seating. Bring your favourite picnic blanket or chair and just pick your spot for the day.
VIP Ticket holders will have access to seating in the VIP area, as well as a lawn area to setup a picnic blanker or low chair.
WHAT IF IT RAINS?
We’ve been running comedy festivals out in the elements for the better part of a decade. In that time, we’ve faced just about every weather pattern imaginable, so if you’re concerned about the forecast for the weekend, don’t be!
We’ve been on the phone with local event suppliers for the past day and secured as many additional marquees as we could. These will be set up around the main stage in case the rain decides to gatecrash our party.
We’ve prioritised some green space in front of the stage for when the clouds clear, so you can still enjoy the lush green lawn of the Orchard!
The Other Stage, Meet Your Maker Bar and The Main Bar are all under cover as well, so there’s plenty of places to stay dry, and should we receive a largish fall, we will do our best to pause the main stage program whilst we all stay dry.
Umbrellas & Wet Weather Gear
We recommend bringing an umbrella for when you’re getting around the grounds; please be considerate if you need to use it during performances, ensuring everyone has a clear view of the stage.
Bring along a good pair of waterproof boots and your sexiest rain jacket too. A low-chair is also highly encouraged to keep your bum dry!
WHERE SHOULD WE STAY?
Visit Where to Stay for a comprehensive list of local towns to stay at or visit during Comedy in the Vines.
CAN I LEAVE THE EVENT AND COME BACK LATER?
Pass outs will not be available, so please bring everything with you that you’ll need for the day. However, if you have a special circumstance and need to leave the grounds, we will treat these requests on a case-by-case basis.
WHAT TIME DOES IT ALL START AND FINISH?
The full timetable will be available soon.
THURSDAY
6:00PM–9:00PM
FRIDAY
4:30PM–10:00PM
SATURDAY
10:30AM–9:00PM
SUNDAY
10:30AM–6:00PM
WILL BUS SERVICES BE RUNNING TO AND FROM THE EVENT?
We’ll have daily bus routes running from various locations. You can view all bus routes and book tickets here.
IS PARKING AVAILABLE?
There is plenty of FREE parking available on site; please follow the signs or marshals. If you decide to leave your car on-site overnight, you do so at your own risk.
CAN CHILDREN ATTEND?
The Festival is an 18+ event due to the nature of the content and alcohol service. We do, however, understand that some people have small dependent infants. If you have a baby under the age of one that you would like to bring along, please email [email protected] for more information.
WHAT CAN I BRING TO THE EVENT, AND WHAT IS PROHIBITED?
DO BRING
Your favourite picnic blanket or chair, a big-brimmed hat, something warm for when the temperature drops, soft cooler bags with ice blocks to keep your drinks cold, and your mates.
DON’T BRING
We’ve got a kick-ass selection of food and drinks sorted, so please leave all BYO food and beverages at home. Hard eskies are also a no-go, but soft cooler bags with ice blocks are welcome.
And as much as we love your furry friends, please leave the pets at home to help us look after the ecosystem (and your fellow festival-goers). Official assistance animals are welcome.
What food and drinks will be available?
We’ll have heaps of food and drink offerings available at the festival!
FOOD
Platters by Good Morning Club are available to pre-purchase online here
NAVAL’S DUTCH PANCAKE & GOZLEME
FRITZ’S WIENERS
TACO STATION (all halal)
LUCY OI VIETNAMESE
INK-REDIBLE CALAMARI
GOOD MORNING CLUB – Coffee and sweets on site
DRINKS
The Main Bar will stock a wine from each of our Meet Your Maker participants as well as beers, RTD’s and non-alcoholic options.
Free water will be at all bars throughout the festival.
IS THE EVENT CASHLESS?
EFTPOS is preferred, but cash sales are available at the main bar.
Parking
There is plenty of FREE parking available on site; please follow the signs or marshals.