2025 Information is not yet available. Check back closer to the festival for more information.
Welcome to High Water! We're so excited to once again open the gates to Riverfront Park for an amazing weekend of live music right on the water! Your VIP perks will help you make the most of your weekend with up-close viewing, a private lounge and more!
We’ve compiled this guide to help you take full advantage of everything VIP has to offer. We’ve also included essential info on our health and safety policies and general festival details. Be sure to share this with everyone in your group so all are in-the-know. And if there is anything we left off, email info@highwaterfest.com with questions. We can’t wait to see you in the park!
2024 High Water Festival Entry Policy
Bring your Festival Wristband
Please also remember our updated bag policy – CLEAR BAGS ONLY – and No liquids are allowed to be brought into High Water Music Festival.
How to Dress & What to Bring
Dress for comfort and be sure to check the weather forecast before you head out the door. The festival grounds are a combination of paved surfaces, gravel and grass, so choose your footwear accordingly. We recommend a hat and sunglasses, but if you forget anything, the festival store has lots of great merchandise offerings!
Review this link to be sure you are in compliance with our bag policy and to see what items are allowed and prohibited.
VIP Wristbands
Will Call
If your wristbands were not mailed to you and are at Will Call, you can pick them up at the Festival Box Office. A government-issued ID is required to verify your order and pick up tickets.
Box Office Location and Hours
Wristband Activation
Wristband activation ensures a smooth process when entering the festival each day and allows you to add emergency contact information to your wristband. All you need to do is enter your wristband ID number (located on the inside of your wristband) and contact info to activate.
Cashless
High Water is fully cashless. Credit card, debit card, and mobile payment methods are accepted site wide.
High Water takes place April 20-21, 2024 at Riverfront Park in North Charleston located at 1061 Everglades Avenue, North Charleston, SC 29405.
Getting Here and Getting Home
VIP Lounge
*New location this year: The VIP lounge has been moved to the left side of the Stono Stage (if looking at it). This new footprint will allow for more room to kick back and relax between sets, or jam out in front of the stage! Look for the VIP Lounge entry portal on the sidewalk just before the Platinum Lounge entrance. Inside you’ll find everything you need to make the most your High Water weekend, including:
Courtyard Lounge — A landscaped space with a variety of comfortable seating vignettes
VIP Bar — Never go thirsty with the wide range of beverage options for purchase
*NEW* this year! Special VIP Gift - redeemable at the VIP Concierge. *one per guest
Dedicated Food for Purchase within VIP Lounge
Complimentary Water Refill Station
Lockers and mobile charging units for rent
Direct Access to your Prime viewing areas at both stages
Air-conditioned restrooms
*All viewing areas are limited capacity and available on a first-come, first-served basis
Dining and Drinks
Beverage Offerings
Enjoy the convenience of bar service directly within the VIP Lounge with a selection of beer, wine, seltzers, and non-alcoholic options. All items for purchase. Complimentary water refill station located within VIP Lounge.
Viewing Areas
Your VIP ticket gives you access to some sweet viewing areas for both stages. Please note that while viewing areas are ample, they are subject to capacity and available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Stono Stage
Front-of-stage — a designated area near the front of the stage. Located house-left (on the left side if looking at stage) Edisto Stage
Front-of-stage — a designated area near the front of the stage. Located house-right (on the right side if looking at stage) and, for the first time, accessible directly from the VIP Lounge
Dedicated Lane at the High Water Store
Shop till you drop at the Highwater Merch store and look for the dedicated VIP/Platinum Check-Out lane! Pro-tip: Go shop early, as many styles sell out quickly!