Frequently Asked Questions

Art Gallery
The Art Gallery at Purple Door is intended to be a showcase for Christian artists to share their faith in any number of mediums and skill levels. We hope that the gallery is a part of your time at the festival. For information on how to be part of the festival Art Gallery visit our myspace .

Autographs/Passes
Backstage access is reserved for Artists and Festival Staff who need access to do their jobs. One great thing about Purple Door is that artists often will spend much of their time mingling in the crowds, visiting with attendees and fellow artists, and spending time at their merchandise table. It is important to respect the artists' time and only ask for autographs if they are at their merchandise table or specifically signing autographs. It is inappropriate to ask for autographs if they are enjoying a show or hanging out with friends and family.

Directions
Directions to the festival can be found at the directions page.

Dress
We do not allow any kind of spikes to be worn in the crowd at the festival. We have seen many injuries in first aid due to puncture wounds from others wearing spikes in the audience. If you are seen wearing them on the grounds, they will be confiscated, so please leave them at home!

We also ask that you use discretion and modesty in your dress.

First Aid
We have security personnel at Purple Door whose most important job is to keep the attendees of the festival safe. However, accidents do happen, so Purple Door is equipped with a First Aid Station with qualified staff to treat minor injuries that may occur at the festival. If you are under 18, you need to have an adult sign a permission slip before you can be treated. If you are not accompanied by an adult, be sure to bring along a parental permission waiver, just in case. Download Form.

Food
Food and beverages are available for purchase on the festival grounds. You are also welcome to bring in coolers and food of your own.

Grilling is only allowed in the parking area near your vehicle, and it must be in a contained grill for safety.

Literature Distribution
Literature distribution of any kind is permitted only from official booth holders. Regardless of the type of literature, please understand that this rule will be strictly enforced. If you are interested in a booth, please email info@purpledoor.com.  Thank you.

Merchandise
Inside the ski lodge you can find merchandise from artists, sponsors, vendors, and Purple Door Festival. There is an ATM located on the lower level of the ski lodge.

Paintball
Revolution Paintball is open at Purple Door as well as their other recreational facilities. They recommend reservations to play if you plan on playing at Purple Door (there is a separate cost).

Parking
Ski Roundtop collectsa fee for parking.  It costs $3.00 per day or $5.00 if you pay for both days.  Thanks to the staff at Ski Roundtop, parking is now much more quick and efficient. This fee helps to pay for their staff and costs. Festival go-ers are encouraged to car-pool or plan to remain on grounds during the festival. Each new re-entry will be charged.

When you arrive you will park then enter through the Walk Up Gate where tickets are now purchased and/or scanned.

Pets
Pets are not allowed at the Purple Door festival. We ask that all animals stay at home for safety reasons for festival attendees and the pets.

Purple Door- the name
When the founders of the festival were trying to come up with a name for the festival, they had a long list of possible names. At a Bible Study that one of them attended, there was a purple door. The name Purple Door made it on the list, and the name stuck.

Re-entry
Upon entry into the festival, you will receive a wristband that will serve as your re-entry pass if you choose to leave the grounds. Be sure not to lose your wristband, there is a replacement charge if you lose it. You will also have to pay a new parking fee each time you come and go. Parking is $3.00 per entry.

Scheduling
There are a limited number of time slots to fill at the festival. There are many, many bands interested in playing at Purple Door. We pick the bands that we hope people want to see. We use the input of our attendees. (through surveys, individuals comments, myspace, emails, new bands, trends, etc). We check out new bands and yet have long-standing favorites.

Some bands we try to get and their schedules won't allow it. Sometimes (Inevitably) bands cancel. When the bands are booked, it is the desire of the staff of Purple Door that every band is able to make it and play in their planned slot. However, recording schedules change, other opportunities come up, travel plans don't work out, etc. It is because the band changed their plans, not because Purple Door does not want them.

Skatepark
The skatepark will be open both Friday and Saturday. We have a great Skate Park available at Purple Door. Protective gear and a signed waiver are also required to skate or bike on the park. If you are under 18, a parent's signature is necessary. You can print out a form here to have your parent sign and bring it along to the festival. Download Form.

Skiing
Don't laugh, this question has actually been posed to us. Yes, Ski Roundtop makes their own snow, but only when temperatures are below freezing. The snow making jets are used to spray water on attendees interested in cooling off periodically throughout the day.

Smoking/Drugs/Alcohol
The use of any kind of drugs or alcohol are all prohibited at Purple Door. If you must smoke, you must do it in the parking lot and away from others, preferably by your car. It is not permitted inside the festival grounds. Please be considerate of those around you. Anyone found under the influence of, or in possession of alcohol or drugs will be escorted off of the property and/or turned over to law enforcement

Tickets
Tickets are available upon entry. There is one ticket price to cover both Friday and Saturday.  Since this is an outdoor festival, it will not sell out. You can save money by purchasing your tickets in advance. Go to tickets page.

We cannot hold tickets. Please plan ahead. Things are very busy and hectic at the front gates and we don’t want our volunteer staff to be responsible.

What to bring
Don’t forget your ticket, journal, Bible, umbrella, bandana or something for if it's dusty, suntan lotion, insect repellant, money, sunglasses, hat, hoodie or sweater, chair and/or blanket and your friends.

Youth Leaders
The new Black Rock Retreat Youth Leader Lounge features seminars, artist talkback/Q &A, refreshments, and a time for leaders to connect with other area youth leaders.