Cornstock 2024

PLEASE NOTE!!!!!  Camping passes are packaged with 1 (one) weekend festival pass. (This does not apply to overflow camping) if you want more than one Festival pass you will have to add Festival passes only that are not packaged with camping to your cart prior to checkout. 

Come watch some of the greatest classic rock acts in Canada at Spider Entertainment’s 3-day classic Rock Festival in Southern Alberta (TABER, AB to be exact)! This show involves internationally recognized artists that are truly Canadian classic rock royalty, as well as showcasing local bands from Southern Alberta.

This year - Spider has changed up the schedule: Thursday will have the local band showcase with the Metal Queen Lee Aaron closing the night. While Friday and Saturday will each have three to four premier Canadian Classic Rock Bands each day!

This is an outdoor concert with no reserved seating, approved lawn chairs or blankets are recommended for seating. Wrist bands must be worn at all times. There are a limited number of camping spots next to the concert venue.

There will be food trucks and beer gardens on site, concert merch to be purchased, and some exciting things to be announced in the coming months!!

It’s a weekend you WON’T want to miss!

 

FAQ

What does it COST and how are the tickets structured?

 

Tickets can be purchased as just weekend passes for General Admission and VIP with no camping.  **Please note all Camping and tenting spots are purchased with 1 Weekend General Admission Pass.  If you require more than 1 Weekend pass with your camping pass then you need to add the weekend only pass(es) to the cart as well.

 

Ticket Limit per purchase:  10 weekend passes   5 Camping sites

 

3-day WEEKEND Concert Pass General Admission = $169.00 (plus fees and tax) (Does NOT include camping)

 

VIP 3-day Weekend Pass = $449.00 (Does NOT include camping. But it DOES include: private tent for VIP only, seating provided, private bar, private porta potties) Located near the stage off to the side of the venue so tent does not block view of others.  Tents are 20x20 and have a capacity of 30 people. 

Camping PREMIUM C1 (Legion Park right next to venue) Weekend camping pass plus one 3-day WEEKEND Concert Pass General Admission $80+$169 = $249.00     **Sites are UNSERVICED**

 

Camping PREMIUM C2  (Ken McDonald sports park right next to venue on grass sites) Weekend camping pass plus one  3-day WEEKEND Concert Pass General Admission $70+$169 = $239.00     **Sites are UNSERVICED**

 

Camping PREMIUM C3  (Ken McDonald sports park right next to venue on gravel sites) Weekend camping pass plus one 3-day WEEKEND Concert Pass General Admission $60+$169 = $229.00     **Sites are UNSERVICED**

 

Tenting -  All tenting spots are located in either the Legion Park or Ken McDonald Sports park.  Weekend tenting pass plus one 3-day WEEKEND Concert Pass General Admission $40+$169 = $209.00     **Sites are UNSERVICED**

 

Overflow Camping  

PLEASE NOTE:  These overflow camping sites are NOT packaged with a Weekend Festival pass. Tickets must be purchased separately!

These camping sites are non serviced sites. They are a first come first served parking system.  They are located around the Taber Agriplex 6602 53 St Taber.  This location is approx. 5-10 min walk from the venue.  Shuttles will also be available.  **Sites are UNSERVICED**

 

**NOTE** If VIP weekend pass(es) are desired with a camping or tenting spot.  They are chosen and put in the cart just like additional regular weekend passes would be. The cost of the single weekend pass with your camping or tenting spot will be credited back to you. 

Day passes may be offered closer to the event date,  We are anticipating an early sell out  and that may impact the availability of day passes.

Ticket sales are final. Please be aware of ticket scams.  Tickets should only be purchased through www.spiderentertainment.ca which is partnered with Showpass.  If you purchase tickets from a third party, make sure tickets are transferred through Showpass only to protect yourself.   Weekend passes can not be shared among several individuals to attend different days.   Each ticket holder will be provided a wrist band that must be worn at all times to have access to the venue as well as camping areas.  

 

Venue capacity is currently 2500.  

 

You are purchasing a ticket for Cornstock’24, not for a specific artist. Artists and schedule subject to change without notice.  Current Schedule and times are as follows:

Thursday July 25^th, 2024

4:00 PM Gates Open

5:00 PM Eons of Earth

6:00 PM 90Xover

7:00 PM Uncovered

8:00 PM Runnin with the Devil – Van Halen Tribute

9:30 PM Lee Aaron

 

Friday July 26th, 2024

5:00 Gates Open

6:30 Headpins

8:10 Streetheart

9:50 Kim Mitchell

11:15 Steve McQueen Band (After Party)

 

Saturday July 27th , 2024

4:00 PM Gates Open

5:00 PM Toque

6:40 PM Chilliwack

8:20 PM Trooper

10:00 PM April Wine

11:15pm Steve McQueen Band (After Party)

 

 

 Are there More details on camping

-ALL Camping/Tenting sites are NON-Serviced sites.   

-Camping Is for 3 nights July 25-27, 2024. You MUST vacate the site before 4pm on July 28th.

-Fee is for all three nights.

-Located in the Taber Legion Park or Ken McDonald Sports Park. All sites are within a 10 minute walk, but there will be shuttles available too. 

-Campsites are assigned at the time that they are sold.  You choose your site on camping map.

There are 3 camping areas:

C1 Located in the Taber Legion Park.  Area is well treed with green grass.  Dedicated entrance to the Concert Venue

C2 Located within Ken McDonald Sports field.  Area has some trees and Green Grass

C3 Located within Ken McDonald Sports field.  Area is on a well graveled parking lot 

 -THERE ARE NO SERVICED SITES.

-The allowance of open fires or Propane and gas fires only will be determined closer to the event.  Please follow local fire bans. 

-All camping sites will accommodate camping units up to 40’ in length.  If your camping unit is longer than 40’ please choose an oversized site.

-For your convenience portable toilets, and non-potable water stations are available throughout the camping areas.

-Each Camping/tenting site will be allowed 1 vehicle only at the site.  Extra vehicles can be parked in the main parking lot. No: ATVs, Golf Carts, Mopeds, Bicycles, Skateboards, Scooters, Hoverboards or any other similar devices, except for those permitted for handicap transportation, are allowed.

-The CORNSTOCK camping site is a “closed site”. Therefore, appropriate wristbands must be always worn beyond the checkpoint areas.  You cannot be in the camping areas without a weekend pass.

-CORNSTOCK '24 takes pride in our image! Please keep your campsites clean and maintained, failure to do so will result in a $300 clean up fee charged to the campsite holders credit card and/or eviction from festival sites and venues.

-Generators will be allowed to operate between 8:00am and Midnight. If your generator makes excessive noise or creates fumes you will be asked not to use it. We understand some people have health related issues that require generators to run all night. In fairness to other campers, these generators must be of the “whisper quiet” make and not disturb other campers. Any non-compliance will result in eviction without refund.

-CORNSTOCK is not an ideal weekend for your pets, and they may be happier at home. If you do choose to bring your pet they must remain at your campsite, leashed, and always attended to.

 

 

 

IS THIS AN ALL-AGES EVENT?

Yes! this concert is an event for people of all ages. Children under the age of 10 are admitted for free when accompanied by an adult who holds a valid concert pass. 

 

**IS THIS EVENT ACCESSIBLE?**
Yes! This concert is an event for everyone. There will be dedicated accessibility drop-off, closer parking, and shuttle services are available to bring people from the parking area.  

There will be a dedicated handicap seating area close to the stage.  Assistance can be provided to help set up chairs. 

**What amenities will be inside the concert grounds?**
We will have food trucks / food vendors, beer tents (run by a not-for-profit Taber Titans as a fundraiser), porta potties and hand wash stations, merch tent, 50/50 tent and roaming ticket sales, first aid tent, designated handi cap sitting area, and anticipating some exciting new additions for Cornstock '24 that will be announced in the coming months! 

Speaking of FOOD TRUCKS: If you would like to be a food truck / food vendor on site, please email EMILY at emily@spiderentertainment.ca to receive an application form.  Note: we have LIMITED space for food trucks and are aiming to get all different menus.  There is also a non-refundable fee for food trucks.  Trucks must be prepared to serve up to 2,500 people / day for 3 days. 

 

Will there be a Meet and Greet with any artists?

We are hoping to have them in place 2 months prior to the event. As artists schedules prior to and after the show will not be known till then. If offered, it will be a add on after the fact.

 

Will there be MERCH for Sale?

YES! The overwhelming response for CORNSTOCK ‘24 merch has been put into action! Keep an eye on our site for updates on MERCH for sale!

There will also be a MERCH tent on the grounds during CORNSTOCK ‘24

 

ARE VOLUNTEERS NEEDED?

YES! The magnitude of this event is HUGE, and many people will be required. If you would like to volunteer, please email KEN at ken@spiderentertainment.ca

Service groups are also welcome to be involved and provide services as a fundraiser. If interested, please email KEN at ken@spiderentertainment.ca

 

WILL THERE BE PARKING?

Yes! Parking will be available, but it is limited. Please carpool when possible. Parking is FREE.  Parking is located approx. ½ KM from the venue entrance.  Cart shuttles will be available for those who are unable to walk or choose not to walk. 

 

WHAT KIND OF CHAIR CAN I BRING?

Concert approved chairs must be single person, collapsible, not recline or have protruding leg rests/coverings, or be oversized. Chairs not adhering to concert guidelines

will not be permitted through the gates. Keep an eye out on our social media channels for further clarification as the concert approaches!

 

WHAT IF IT RAINS?

As the saying goes, “The show must go on!” The concert takes place rain or shine. Please check the weather prior to coming and if there’s a high chance of rain, we suggest bringing a pocket-sized poncho and a sweatshirt or windbreaker.

Please note that severe weather conditions may temporarily interrupt some concerts/activities. We invite you to stay tuned to our social media for up-to-date information.

 

WHAT CAN YOU NOT BRING?

• No outside drinks are permitted (only up to 1L of water in a factory sealed bottle)
• No homemade food permitted (commercially sealed snacks only)
• Glass containers or glass of any kind
• Hard-sided coolers or wagons
• Chairs that do not collapse, oversized chairs, couches, etc
• Umbrellas
• Large banners or signs
• Professional cameras, GoPros, selfie sticks, drones, or audio/video recording devices
• Tents or pole structures of any kind
• Pets (service animals only)
• Frisbees, sports balls, beach balls, etc
• Weapons or anything that could resemble a weapon
• Gang insignia, offensive signs/clothing, etc
• Noise makers, fireworks, laser pointers, pocket knives, tools or any other potentially harmful items

All guests and their belongings will be subject to search prior to entering the festival site. Security and concert Management reserves the right to refuse entry to persons and/or belongings at their discretion.

 

CANNABIS USE?

Cannabis is prohibited within the concert area.