Basilica Block Party at Boom Island: Here's what you need to know

MINNEAPOLIS — Why don't you slide ... over to the Basilica Block Party this weekend?

The festival is back for another year, but this time, organizers took the party to Boom Island.

"We are thrilled to bring back the Basilica Block Party in 2024," Father Daniel Griffith, pastor and rector at Basilica of Saint Mary, said when the festival was announced.

"This event has become a cherished tradition for both our community and the city of Minneapolis. Not only does it provide incredible entertainment for attendees, but it also plays a vital role in supporting The Basilica’s mission and outreach to those in need."

The Goo Goo Dolls and The Fray will headline the fest on Friday while Counting Crows and others close it out on Saturday night.

KARE 11's weather team said a few weak showers could pop up here and there in the metro on Saturday, but they don't predict the little bit of precip will seriously impact outdoor plans.

So go ahead and grab Mr. Jones — and get out there while you can. 

Here's what you should know:

WHEN

• Friday, Aug. 2 & Saturday, Aug. 3
• Gates open at noon and music starts at 12:30 p.m. on both days

WHO

FRIDAY 
MAIN STAGE

• Soctopus
  1:15 p.m.
• Yam Haus
  2:30 p.m.
• Red Clay Strays
  4 p.m.
• Dean Lewis
  5:30 p.m.
• The Fray
  7 p.m.
• Goo Goo Dolls
  8:30 p.m.

FRIDAY
VERIZON REGIONAL STAGE

• Cindy Lawson
  12:30 p.m.
• Parishes
  2 p.m.
• Whiskey Rock and Roll Club
  3:30 p.m.
• Scarlet Goodbye
  5 p.m.
• Black Widows
  6:30 p.m.
• Run Westy Run
• 8 p.m.

SATURDAY
MAIN STAGE

• Guytano
  1:15 p.m.
• St. Paul and the Minneapolis Funk All Stars
  2:30 p.m.
• Phillip Phillips
  4 p.m.
• Judah & the Lion
  5:30 p.m.
• Needtobreathe
  7 p.m.
• Counting Crows
  8:30 p.m.

SATURDAY
VERIZON REGIONAL STAGE

• The Muata's
  12:30 p.m.
• She's Green
  2 p.m.
• The Mary Jane Alm Band
  3:30 p.m.
• Nur-D
  5 p.m.
• The Ocean Blue
  6:30 p.m.

WHERE

• Boom Island Park — 434 NE Main St, Minneapolis, MN 55413
• There are two entrances to the park, the Main Gate and Secondary Gate (shown below)
• There are also two stages: the Main Stage and the Verizon Regional Stage (shown below)

HOW TO GET THERE

Parking:

Ramps close to the event:

• St. Anthony – 201 2nd Street SE
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  Ramp info & parking pre-purchase
• 2nd and 2nd – 128 North 2nd Street
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• Archive – 110 North 1st Street
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• North Loop Ramp – 300 North 10th Avenue
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• TractorWorks – 900 N Washington Avenue
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If driving isn't your gig:

• Ride Share: Drop off and pick up for rideshare is along the West Side of NE Main from BF Nelson Park Entrance to 3rd Ave NE
• Biking: Bike racks are available near the event's main gate (south gate)
• Public transportation: The 11C and 11B arrive right off of NE 2nd Street – there is a 15-minute wait between buses. 11A from downtown also stops on the same street. 

TICKETS

There are a few different options when looking at tickets. Fans can opt-in for the whole festival with two-day tickets or can choose to take it day by day.

Different tiers include:

General Admission

$109 for one day; $179 for two days

• Access to vendors, Ferris wheel, sponsor activations, and more
• Accessible ticket is available for access to a designated viewing area

FANZONE

$179 for one day; $309 for two days

• Upfront PIT Viewing Access
• Dedicated FANZONE Bars
• Dedicated FANZONE Restrooms
• (2) Free Drinks *redeemable only at the FANZONE Bars*

WHAT CAN I BRING?

• Clear plastic bags no larger than 12″ x 6″ x 12″ and small bags
• Lawn chairs (in General Admission only, not allowed into FanZone or VIP)
• Hats
• Blankets
• Raincoats or jackets
• Ear plugs
• Sunscreen and bug spray (no aerosols)
• Empty plastic reusable water bottles only, water filling stations are available at the event
• Mobile phones
• Small personal cameras (no detachable lens)
• Strollers (for infants/toddlers only)
• Binoculars
• Medical devices and prescription medications

WHAT CAN'T I BRING?

• No glass containers of any kind
• No outside alcohol of any kind
• No metal water bottles, camelbacks, flasks, or sealed water bottles, only empty reusable plastic water bottles are allowed
• No aerosols of any kind
• No outside food and beverages
• No drugs and drug paraphernalia
• No Laser pointers, glowsticks, silly string, flashlights, air horns or other noisemakers
• No firearms or weapons of any kind are allowed with or without a permit
• No pets – unless they are service animals with proper documentation
• No Bicycles, scooters, skateboards, or vehicles of any kind unless specifically allowed by the event
• No musical instruments
• No spray paint, giant markers, sharpies
• No tents
• No coolers
• No flags
• No umbrellas, hula hoops, frisbees, ropes, lassoes, chains
• No radios or walkie talkies
• No wagons or wheeled carts
• No misters or water guns
• No unauthorized solicitation
• No drones or any other remote flying device
• Prohibited items will be confiscated by security and not be returned under any circumstances