FAQ
Will you be releasing more Thursday tickets for the former Sonar?

Yes. More Thursday tickets, including a small amount of 4 day passes for the former Sonar compound, will be released on January 15th at 12 pm (EST).
Will you be releasing more tickets for the sold out days at Baltimore Soundstage?

No. These shows are completely sold out.
I plan on buying a lot of merch. Can I bring a backpack?

Yes. Empty backpacks are allowed into the festival. All bags will be checked upon entering the festival.
Is there re-entry at each venue?

Yes.
I bought a Saturday only ticket to see Sleep, but they have been moved to Sunday. What can I do?

You can exchange your Saturday tickets for Sunday tickets by sending them to the address below:
MDF
P.O. Box 20368
Baltimore, MD 21284
Will bands be playing at the same time at the former Sonar and Baltimore Soundstage?

The goal is to avoid this completely, but bare in mind that it could happen a few times. The shows at each venue will be scheduled in the most sensible way possible.
When will the set times for each stage be posted?

Not until sometime in March or April.
What/where is the former Sonar compound?

Sonar is no more and the building we've been using since 2006 is now under new ownership, so we are referring to it as the former Sonar compound.
It is located at 407 E. Saratoga St.
What/where is Baltimore Soundstage?

It is a separate venue located 1/2 mile south of the former Sonar at 124 Market Pl.
The simplest way to get there is to walk straight down Gay St. towards the inner harbor and turn left on E. Lombard St. The walk is easy and takes roughly 7 minutes.
What time does the entrance open each day?

3 pm on Friday, 12 pm on Saturday, and 1 pm on Sunday.

Shows at either venue will conclude between 1:00-1:30 am each day.
Do you issue photo passes?

No. However, you're welcome to bring your camera to take pictures (this includes DSLR's)
No access to the backstage or directly in front of the stages will be given.
Can I bring my video camera?

No. We realize that most cameras and smartphones have a video function, which we aren't concerned about. Obvious larger video cameras will not be permitted.
Do you issue press passes?

No. Please don't ask.
Will there be shuttles between the former Sonar and Baltimore soundstage?

No. If you hit one or two red lights, it will take just as long as walking. When we say the walk is quite easy, we mean it.
I have tickets on will call. What do I need to do to pick up my tickets?

Print out the original Paypal receipt that was e-mailed to you and bring it with you along with some form of identification. You can collect your tickets at the front entrance.
Is MDF all ages?

Yes. The shows at both the former Sonar and Baltimore Soundstage are all ages.
Will there be more food options this time?

Yes, many more options, including vegetarian/vegan options.