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Everything you need to know about Into The Great Wide
Open 2025 and your visit to Vlieland.
Everything you need to know about Into The Great WideOpen 2024 and your visit to Vlieland.
The journey
Travel to Harlingen
Parking in Harlingen
Harlingen is best accessed via public transport around the festival and the festival bus. Are you still going by car? Then come with an electric (shared) car and offer free parking spaces via Slinger.
There are various parking options near Harlingen Haven. Here you will find the different options in Harlingen and on the route there. You can also reserve your parking spot in advance. The Long Parking location (just fifteen minutes walk from the terminal) also has a shuttle service to the terminal of Rederij Doeksen.
Due to the expected crowds, make sure you arrive at the parking lot in Harlingen well in advance. If you want to catch the ferry without stress, make sure to arrive one and a half to two hours before departure. A cup of coffee or ice cream from Min12 will help pass the time easily.
Boat to Vlieland
To travel to Vlieland, take the ferry from Harlingen Haven. Tickets for the ferry from Harlingen to Vlieland can be purchased via Rederij Doeksen. On their website, you can find everything about the rates and schedule of the ferry service or the fast service. You will also find information about luggage transportation, taking bicycles on the ferry, and the facilities in the terminal.
Also this year, all ferry crossings made by visitors for the festival will be made climate neutral, with the help of the Good Travel surcharge that is included in festival tickets.
Transport in Vlieland
Upon arriving in Vlieland, it is possible to have your luggage delivered to your accommodation for a small fee by Bagagevervoer Vlieland. If desired, the same carrier will return the bags and suitcases to the boat terminal at the harbor. Don't forget to tag the luggage with your name.
The festival location is easily walkable, but Vlieland is also great for cycling. Bicycle rentals are located near the boat terminal. For all horse lovers, there are also horses and ponies available for rent at one of the two riding schools on the island.
Buses from Camping De Lange Paal go to the Sports Field (Stop Stortemelk).
Travel to Harlingen
Parking in Harlingen
Harlingen is best accessed via public transport around the festival and the festival bus. Are you still going by car? Then come with an electric (shared) car and offer free parking spaces via Slinger.
There are various parking options near Harlingen Haven. Here you will find the different options in Harlingen and on the route there. You can also reserve your parking spot in advance. The Long Parking location (just fifteen minutes walk from the terminal) also has a shuttle service to the terminal of Rederij Doeksen.
Due to the expected crowds, make sure you arrive at the parking lot in Harlingen well in advance. If you want to catch the ferry without stress, make sure to arrive one and a half to two hours before departure. A cup of coffee or ice cream from Min12 will help pass the time easily.
Boat to Vlieland
To travel to Vlieland, take the ferry from Harlingen Haven. Tickets for the ferry from Harlingen to Vlieland can be purchased via Rederij Doeksen. On their website, you can find everything about the rates and schedule of the ferry service or the fast service. You will also find information about luggage transportation, taking bicycles on the ferry, and the facilities in the terminal.
Also this year, all ferry crossings made by visitors for the festival will be made climate neutral, with the help of the Good Travel surcharge that is included in festival tickets.
Transport in Vlieland
Upon arriving in Vlieland, it is possible to have your luggage delivered to your accommodation for a small fee by Bagagevervoer Vlieland. If desired, the same carrier will return the bags and suitcases to the boat terminal at the harbor. Don't forget to tag the luggage with your name.
The festival location is easily walkable, but Vlieland is also great for cycling. Bicycle rentals are located near the boat terminal. For all horse lovers, there are also horses and ponies available for rent at one of the two riding schools on the island.
Buses from Camping De Lange Paal go to the Sports Field (Stop Stortemelk).
Tickets and sales
Personalize
After purchasing tickets, we ask you to personalize the festival tickets. This can be done immediately, but can also be done at a later time, up to the start of the festival. You can do this via the confirmation email from Paylogic.
Did you buy tickets for your friends? Then we also ask you to personalize your friends' tickets. They will receive a confirmation by email.
It is possible to change the name on your personalized ticket. Go to 'Order status' via your Paylogic confirmation email at the bottom of the email. You can change the name on the ticket via the 'Name change' button. If it doesn't work, you can also take a look at the explanation from Paylogic.
Camping vouchers do not need to be personalized.
Camping: Stortemelk, De Lange Paal and BlueCAMP
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Lost your ticket?
Through this link you can easily view your order and have access to your tickets.
Ticket above
From March 1st 10:00 to July 30th 12:00, it is possible to offer festival tickets and camping vouchers Lange Paal on the Waiting List. In the confirmation email from Paylogic, there is a button 'MyOrder'. There you indicate which tickets you want to offer.
If you have a ticket left that you want to sell after July 30th? Then you can offer your ticket from July 31st 12:00 on the Resale Platform of Paylogic.
Tickets via third parties
Into The Great Wide Open does not sell tickets through third parties. To minimize the risk of ticket resale at inflated prices, tickets are only sold through our own website. If you are unable to secure tickets during the presale of Into The Great Wide Open, never purchase your ticket(s) through channels that are not associated with intothegreatwideopen.nl. Check Know Where You Buy for a nearly complete overview of scalpers. The safest option to buy tickets for a sold-out festival is through the Waiting List. This will be opened mid-March.
If you see an external party selling tickets, do not be tempted. Such websites operate as follows: they often offer tickets for sale before official sales have started. They assume they can obtain tickets, which they then sell at higher prices. However, those channels have just as much chance of securing tickets as any other potential buyer; we will never partner with them.
It's good to know that we only send the e-tickets to the ticket buyers shortly before the festival. By sending the tickets a bit later, we hope to prevent the circulation of invalid tickets.
Mobile Tickets Only
To combat black market trading, we work at Into The Great Wide Open with Mobile Ticket Only. Via the button in your confirmation email, you can view and manage your order. No later than 48 hours before the event, your QR code(s) will be made available here. These QR code(s) are your access pass to the festival.
You can also add the tickets to your Apple or Google Wallet on your mobile phone. This way, the QR codes are always available offline. Very convenient when the network on Vlieland is not cooperating.
Personalize
After purchasing tickets, we ask you to personalize the festival tickets. This can be done immediately, but can also be done at a later time, up to the start of the festival. You can do this via the confirmation email from Paylogic.
Did you buy tickets for your friends? Then we also ask you to personalize your friends' tickets. They will receive a confirmation by email.
It is possible to change the name on your personalized ticket. Go to 'Order status' via your Paylogic confirmation email at the bottom of the email. You can change the name on the ticket via the 'Name change' button. If it doesn't work, you can also take a look at the explanation from Paylogic.
Camping vouchers do not need to be personalized.
Camping: Stortemelk, De Lange Paal and BlueCAMP
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Lost your ticket?
Through this link you can easily view your order and have access to your tickets.
Ticket above
From March 1st 10:00 to July 30th 12:00, it is possible to offer festival tickets and camping vouchers Lange Paal on the Waiting List. In the confirmation email from Paylogic, there is a button 'MyOrder'. There you indicate which tickets you want to offer.
If you have a ticket left that you want to sell after July 30th? Then you can offer your ticket from July 31st 12:00 on the Resale Platform of Paylogic.
Tickets via third parties
Into The Great Wide Open does not sell tickets through third parties. To minimize the risk of ticket resale at inflated prices, tickets are only sold through our own website. If you are unable to secure tickets during the presale of Into The Great Wide Open, never purchase your ticket(s) through channels that are not associated with intothegreatwideopen.nl. Check Know Where You Buy for a nearly complete overview of scalpers. The safest option to buy tickets for a sold-out festival is through the Waiting List. This will be opened mid-March.
If you see an external party selling tickets, do not be tempted. Such websites operate as follows: they often offer tickets for sale before official sales have started. They assume they can obtain tickets, which they then sell at higher prices. However, those channels have just as much chance of securing tickets as any other potential buyer; we will never partner with them.
It's good to know that we only send the e-tickets to the ticket buyers shortly before the festival. By sending the tickets a bit later, we hope to prevent the circulation of invalid tickets.
Mobile Tickets Only
To combat black market trading, we work at Into The Great Wide Open with Mobile Ticket Only. Via the button in your confirmation email, you can view and manage your order. No later than 48 hours before the event, your QR code(s) will be made available here. These QR code(s) are your access pass to the festival.
You can also add the tickets to your Apple or Google Wallet on your mobile phone. This way, the QR codes are always available offline. Very convenient when the network on Vlieland is not cooperating.
Festival
Date
Into The Great Wide Open 2025 takes place from Thursday, August 28 to Sunday, August 31.
Program
The first names will be announced at the beginning of 2025.
Block diagram
The block diagram will be announced shortly before the festival.
Cashless
The end of the coin era: this year you can only pay with a card. This way we keep the already soaring prices fair for everyone – after all, there is no need to be priced in steps of at least half a coin anymore.
If you only have cash with you, you can purchase a payment card for €2 at the information desk along Kampweg. Here you can set your cash as credit. You can also use this card as a group pass. The remaining balance on the card can be requested back online up to thirty days after the festival via www.mijnkniponline.nl.
Wristbands
You can exchange your ticket for a wristband at the ticket office on Bolderplein. This is next to the reception of camping site Stortemelk.
The ticket office is open on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday from 10:00 to 23:00 and on Sunday from 10:00 to 16:00.
Date
Into The Great Wide Open 2025 takes place from Thursday, August 28 to Sunday, August 31.
Program
The first names will be announced at the beginning of 2025.
Block diagram
The block diagram will be announced shortly before the festival.
Cashless
The end of the coin era: this year you can only pay with a card. This way we keep the already soaring prices fair for everyone – after all, there is no need to be priced in steps of at least half a coin anymore.
If you only have cash with you, you can purchase a payment card for €2 at the information desk along Kampweg. Here you can set your cash as credit. You can also use this card as a group pass. The remaining balance on the card can be requested back online up to thirty days after the festival via www.mijnkniponline.nl.
Wristbands
You can exchange your ticket for a wristband at the ticket office on Bolderplein. This is next to the reception of camping site Stortemelk.
The ticket office is open on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday from 10:00 to 23:00 and on Sunday from 10:00 to 16:00.
Accessibility
Renting a bicycle
Once on Vlieland, it is easy and practical to get around by bike. To start searching for your ideal two-wheeler, pedal through to the websites of Jan van Vlieland, Frisia, or Zeelen.
Park your bike at the various festival locations in the designated spots and not in the first hedge you come across.
The camping site Lange Paal is a bit further from the festival locations, and therefore we advise festival visitors who have set up their camp there to rent a bike.
Buses also run between Lange Paal and the festival site according to the regular schedule.
Distance
The distance to the locations varies by year, but in principle, all festival locations are within walking distance of each other. If you prefer to get around by bike on the island, you can rent a bike from the various bike rental companies on the island.
Information for visitors with disabilities
You can find the up-to-date block schedule under 'Program'.
Renting a bicycle
Once on Vlieland, it is easy and practical to get around by bike. To start searching for your ideal two-wheeler, pedal through to the websites of Jan van Vlieland, Frisia, or Zeelen.
Park your bike at the various festival locations in the designated spots and not in the first hedge you come across.
The camping site Lange Paal is a bit further from the festival locations, and therefore we advise festival visitors who have set up their camp there to rent a bike.
Buses also run between Lange Paal and the festival site according to the regular schedule.
Distance
The distance to the locations varies by year, but in principle, all festival locations are within walking distance of each other. If you prefer to get around by bike on the island, you can rent a bike from the various bike rental companies on the island.
Information for visitors with disabilities
You can find the up-to-date block schedule under 'Program'.
House rules
Environment and nature
Vlieland has been welcoming us warmly for years, and we hope it will continue to do so for many more years. So think about the environment and keep the island clean. Even though you may not always see them directly or with the naked eye, there are many special and sometimes protected plants and animals to be found on Vlieland. Into The Great Wide Open is extra careful and takes this into account during the preparation and construction. We ask you to do the same and only walk on the paths.
Smoking
The summers on Vlieland are often dry. Smoking is therefore only allowed in designated areas. Of course, you should put your cigarette in an appropriate ashtray afterwards and definitely not on the ground.
Drugs
Don't do it. If something goes wrong, the nearest hospital can only be reached by boat (and in emergencies by helicopter). Moreover, more than the legally allowed amount of soft drugs is forbidden, just like hard drugs in general. Those caught risk being removed from the festival and the campsites. The police regularly conduct checks, both in Harlingen and on Vlieland. Just don't take the risk.
Fire
Open fires are strictly prohibited at the campsites. At night, having a small fire on the beach is allowed. In the early morning, children are running around barefoot again. Therefore, do not leave any mess behind and set a good example for the next generation.
Travel to Harlingen
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Environment and nature
Vlieland has been welcoming us warmly for years, and we hope it will continue to do so for many more years. So think about the environment and keep the island clean. Even though you may not always see them directly or with the naked eye, there are many special and sometimes protected plants and animals to be found on Vlieland. Into The Great Wide Open is extra careful and takes this into account during the preparation and construction. We ask you to do the same and only walk on the paths.
Smoking
The summers on Vlieland are often dry. Smoking is therefore only allowed in designated areas. Of course, you should put your cigarette in an appropriate ashtray afterwards and definitely not on the ground.
Drugs
Don't do it. If something goes wrong, the nearest hospital can only be reached by boat (and in emergencies by helicopter). Moreover, more than the legally allowed amount of soft drugs is forbidden, just like hard drugs in general. Those caught risk being removed from the festival and the campsites. The police regularly conduct checks, both in Harlingen and on Vlieland. Just don't take the risk.
Fire
Open fires are strictly prohibited at the campsites. At night, having a small fire on the beach is allowed. In the early morning, children are running around barefoot again. Therefore, do not leave any mess behind and set a good example for the next generation.
Travel to Harlingen
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Flyers and posters
It is not allowed to distribute flyers or post posters at the festival locations.
Umbrellas
You may bring your umbrella onto the grounds, but it is not the intention for you to raise it in front of the stage. Your fellow visitors also want to see what is happening there. Umbrellas will be confiscated in case of nuisance and unfortunately, we do not have an umbrella park where they can be stored in that case.
Vandalism and graffiti
Strictly prohibited. Anyone caught will be handed over to the police.
Pets
They are not allowed. By the way, animals don't like loud music anyway.
Travel to Harlingen
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Flyers and posters
It is not allowed to distribute flyers or post posters at the festival locations.
Umbrellas
You may bring your umbrella onto the grounds, but it is not the intention for you to raise it in front of the stage. Your fellow visitors also want to see what is happening there. Umbrellas will be confiscated in case of nuisance and unfortunately, we do not have an umbrella park where they can be stored in that case.
Vandalism and graffiti
Strictly prohibited. Anyone caught will be handed over to the police.
Pets
They are not allowed. By the way, animals don't like loud music anyway.
Travel to Harlingen
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Photography/video/audio
Photography and filming are allowed, but we are not liable for any damage that occurs to equipment during the festival or on our festival grounds. Please share the images with us on social media. We love that.
Respect
Everyone who is present at Into The Great Wide Open shares responsibility for a safe environment. Have respect for each other and wish everyone an awesome festival. Physical and verbal violence and any other form of unwanted, (sexual) transgressive behavior will not be tolerated. Do you feel unsafe? Speak to someone from the organization or call 06-14412989. This number is available day and night. In emergency situations, always call 112.
Alcohol
Be mindful of your consumption; it's best for everyone, including yourself. We only serve alcohol to individuals over 18 years old. You may be asked for your ID when exchanging your ticket for a wristband as well as at the bars.
Rust
Vlieland is an island of peace and space. Respect that. Also, keep in mind that we host many children. Preserve the quiet at the campsites at night. At Stortemelk, there is absolute silence from midnight to seven in the morning.
Food and drink
We do not allow cans and glassware on the festival grounds. Also, bringing your own food and drinks is not permitted (except for water). Please keep this in mind at the entry gates. There are many options on the grounds to eat well, and outside the grounds you are of course allowed to enjoy your own snacks. In accordance with our permit and to limit littering, no drinks purchased on the grounds may be taken outside, so please consume them at the stages where you bought them.
Photography/video/audio
Photography and filming are allowed, but we are not liable for any damage that occurs to equipment during the festival or on our festival grounds. Please share the images with us on social media. We love that.
Respect
Everyone who is present at Into The Great Wide Open shares responsibility for a safe environment. Have respect for each other and wish everyone an awesome festival. Physical and verbal violence and any other form of unwanted, (sexual) transgressive behavior will not be tolerated. Do you feel unsafe? Speak to someone from the organization or call 06-14412989. This number is available day and night. In emergency situations, always call 112.
Alcohol
Be mindful of your consumption; it's best for everyone, including yourself. We only serve alcohol to individuals over 18 years old. You may be asked for your ID when exchanging your ticket for a wristband as well as at the bars.
Rust
Vlieland is an island of peace and space. Respect that. Also, keep in mind that we host many children. Preserve the quiet at the campsites at night. At Stortemelk, there is absolute silence from midnight to seven in the morning.
Food and drink
We do not allow cans and glassware on the festival grounds. Also, bringing your own food and drinks is not permitted (except for water). Please keep this in mind at the entry gates. There are many options on the grounds to eat well, and outside the grounds you are of course allowed to enjoy your own snacks. In accordance with our permit and to limit littering, no drinks purchased on the grounds may be taken outside, so please consume them at the stages where you bought them.
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