Frequently Asked Questions

Deafstock is a philanthropist’s entertainment company. Our mission is to provide high-quality entertainment to the general public while making the event ADA-compliant and accessible to All Walks of Life.

We, the volunteers at Deafstock, are committed to giving back to local and national charitable organizations focused on the Deaf Community, people with disabilities, and ALL WALKS OF LIFE!

The festival will be held at Florida Classic Park, 5360 Lockhart Road, Brooksville, Florida 34602.  The location is southwest of Highway 75 and Cortez Boulevard.  See the page here, and the video here.

• We welcome all Premium ticket holders and individuals with disabilities to our designated ADA or Premium-only reserved area, ensuring an inclusive and enjoyable experience for all.
• Cell phones and small portable chargers
• Sunscreen
• Bug/Insect Repellant 
• Bring your water in plastic bottles or canned beverages
• Bring your snacks or meals or you can visit food and beverage vendors (see the video here)
• Beach towels and light blankets
• Hats and Sunglasses
• Small video, point-and-shoot digital cameras
• Regular strollers or wagons
• Ear plugs
• Factory-sealed packages of cigarettes or cigars
• E-cigarettes and vape pens
• Lawn chairs and blankets
• Small grills with propane tanks are permitted near your reserved campsites
• People with disabilities who need assistance must request a licensed guide or interpreter in writing when ordering tickets online no later than April 1, 2025

We will strictly enforce a list of prohibited items and have implemented enhanced security measures. Please note that Deafstock Festival reserves the right to add more items to the banned list at any time and without prior notice.  All attendees must comply with the festival rules. See the video here.

• Bonfires and firepit stands are not permitted within RV or tent areas. However, two firepit stands will be available near the pavilion.
• No weapons of any kind
• No illegal drugs or illegal drug paraphernalia
• No personal fireworks or explosives
• No drones
• No glass containers of any kind
• No audio recording devices
• No laptops or tablets
• No lasers or laser pointers
• No aerosol cans
• No whistles or air horns
• No musical instruments
• No walkie talkies or two-way radios
• No fighting or any profanities
• Nudities of any kind are NOT permitted

The Deafstock Musical & Art Festival participants are restricted to individuals 18 or older. Additionally, the consumption of alcoholic beverages is permitted only for those 21 or older.  See the video here.

• The Deafstock Festival is a rain or shine event. However, there could be instances when the festival may be on hold, evacuated, or canceled due to inclement weather. These situations include but are not limited to severe thunderstorms, lightning, excessive wind, hail, excessive rain and/or flooding, tornadoes, or any other instance where there will be a pause, evacuation, or cancelation decided by the City of Brooksville emergency personnel.
• The festival will have a meteorologist expert on or off our site to monitor any inclement weather in real-time, and they will also be in constant contact with the National Weather Service and the City of Brooksville Emergency Personnel.
• All emergency exits will be easily visible to attendees if an evacuation occurs during the festival.  During the evacuation, the festival recommends that the attendees go to their vehicle or the nearest roofed structure within Florida Classic Park grounds. Please pay attention to the emergency personnel for updates when it's safe enough to return to the festival area. See the video here.

If you have exciting products or services that you would like to showcase at the Deafstock Festival, please click the Vendor Exhibition Info page for more information. See the video here.

If you have delicious food and/or beverages that you would like to serve at the Deafstock Festival, please go to the Vendor Exhibition Info page for more information. 

Indeed, we plan to introduce some portable toilet trailers. Currently, we have toilet stalls situated in a building adjacent to the main pavilion. Additionally, numerous porta-potties will be placed across various sections of Florida Classic Park.

Yes, water stations are available. Please bring your own 50-foot water hose to connect at the 30- and 50-AMP camping site only.

It's not required to volunteer, but if you would like to volunteer in your free time, this is a non-profit organization. However, we encourage you to get involved in our event as a volunteer. Click Volunteer for more information. Click here to watch the video.

Due to HUGE & POPULAR demand, we will announce a new location at 11:00 p.m., Saturday night, April 26, 2025. The date for the 2nd Annual Deafstock Music and Art Festival will be in the Fall of 2026! We recommend following our social media channels to stay informed. Please subscribe by providing your email address, and we will ensure you receive all our updates. We appreciate your support!

Yes, pets are permitted and must always be on a leash. However, you must fill out a liability waiver form for your pets. Please be aware that loud music may cause some discomfort for your pets. Please protect them.  See the video here.