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 Platinum 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 Platinum 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!
2025 High Water Festival Entry Policy
Bring your Festival Wristband
Please also remember our bag policy – 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 the bag policy to be sure you are in compliance and to see what items are allowed and prohibited.
Platinum 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
Your Platinum ticket order came with one Platinum parking pass. The Platinum parking lot is located at N Hobson Avenue &Shipbuilding Way.
GPS address for Riverfront Park entrance, adjacent to parking lot: 1061 Everglades Ave, North Charleston, SC 29405
Click here for more Platinum Parking Information!
Platinum Lounge
You have access to the exclusive Platinum Lounge for enjoying all of your Platinum perks.
Platinum Lounge
Your lounge is located immediately adjacent to the Stono Stage, on the LEFT if looking at stage. Look for the Platinum & VIP entry portal on the left side of the stage, near the shade of the trees. Inside you’ll find everything you need to make the most your High Water weekend, including:
- Shaded Platinum lounge, conveniently located next to the Stono Stage
- All-inclusive dining in the Platinum cafe, located next to the shaded lounge
- All-day complimentary beverages from the Platinum Lounge bar, featuring a selection of beer, seltzers, wine, sodas and water
- Concierge — Our friendly hosts are on hand throughout the festival to answer questions, help with any wristband issues, and provide festival essentials such as sunscreen and ear plugs.
- Lockers — Safely stow your gear for the day in a complimentary locker, available free of charge on a first-come, first-served basis.
- Mobile charging units — Need a recharge for your device? Check out a mobile charger for the day for free ($10 deposit required).
- Air-conditioned restrooms
Beverage Offerings
Have a drink on us at your very own bar, serving complimentary beer, wine, seltzers and non-alcoholic beverages. Bar locations:
- Platinum Lounge at Stono Stage
- Complimentary Beer, Seltzer and Water service at Edisto Stage viewing area
Dining Offerings
No need to go hungry with delicious bites all day in the Platinum Lounge. We’ll have a selection of hand held favorites in the afternoon with an expanded range of hot and cold dishes in the evening hours, followed by late-night snacks to enjoy with the final sets of the festival. All food is served in the Café within the Platinum Lounge and will include options for those with dietary requirements.
Full Menus coming soon!
Viewing Areas
By far one of the most popular perks of Platinum is access to fantastic stage viewing! Please note that all viewing areas are subject to capacity limits and available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Stono Stage
- Front-of-stage — The festival’s equivalent of front-row, accessible from just outside the Platinum Lounge. Located House-Left (on the left side if looking at stage)
Edisto Stage
Get up-close with front-of-stage viewing. Located House-Right (on the right side if looking at stage). Accessible through the VIP Lounge, which is connected to the Platinum Lounge.
As if all of the above isn’t enough, we also have these fun additions for you:
Access to VIP — Enjoy unfettered access to all VIP areas.
Merchandise gift — A special thank-you for our Platinum guests. Redeem yours at the Platinum Concierge.
Dedicated Lane at High Water Store — Skip the lines for merch by using the Premium Lane at the Festival Store. Pro-tip: Go shop early, as many styles sell out quickly!