Music Festival
Accessibility
HARVEST 2024 ACCESSIBILITY GUIDE
Harvest is dedicated to fostering community amongst all festival patrons, artists, volunteers, staff, sponsors and Board Members. Harvest is committed to delivering a festive and welcoming experience for people of every ability, age, colour, gender, gender identity and expression, income level, language, physical appearance, place of origin, race, religion, and sexual orientation. Everyone has the right to feel safe and free from harm, and feel a sense of belonging at Harvest.
For questions, comments or feedback, please contact info@harvestmusicfest.ca.
VENUE CHART
| Venue | Accessibility | Age Restrictions |
| Coors Light Blues Tent (Behind City Hall, 1 York St) Ticketed venue. | Standing room venue with some bleachers. Accessible viewing area is located near the stage. An Accessibility Assistant can be found at admissions. Accessible washrooms. | All ages early evening shows. 19+ after 8pm. See schedule for details. |
| Ginger Agency Stage at The Barracks (463 Queen St.) Ticketed venue. | Standing room on grass and pavement with some picnic table seating available. Accessible washrooms. | All ages |
| The TD Marquee Stage at the Playhouse (686 Queen St.) Ticketed venue. | Assigned seating with accessible seats available with advance request. Ramp at entrance. Accessible washrooms. Accessible parking. | All ages |
| The TD Mojo Tent (Officers Square, 575 Queen St.) Ticketed venue. | Standing room venue with some bleachers. Mixed surfaces for standing. An Accessibility Assistant can be found at admissions. Accessible washrooms. Further accessibility information TBA in September 2023. | Mix of all ages and 19+ shows. See schedule for details. |
| Fredericton’s Own Stage (City Hall, 397 Queen St.) Free venue. | Outdoor venue with standing room. Accessible by ramp/curb at intersection sidewalks. | All Ages |
| King’s Place Stage (440 King St.) Free venue. | Outdoor venue with standing room. Accessible by ramp/curb at intersection sidewalks. | All Ages |
| Graystone Riverview Stage (10 Carelton St.) Free venue. | Outdoor venue with standing room and very limited seating. Accessible by ramp/curb at intersection sidewalks. | All Ages |
| Palate Busker Stage (448 Queen St.) Free venue. | Outdoor venue with standing room. Accessible by ramp/curb at intersection sidewalks. | All Ages |
| CBC Acoustic Stage (527 Queen St.) Free venue. | Outdoor venue with standing room. Accessible by ramp/curb at intersection sidewalks. | All Ages |
| Tony George Jazz Stage at Hilton Garden Inn Fredericton Downtown (620 Queen St.) Free venue. | Seated indoor/outdoor venue with limited seating. Main floor, fully accessible. | All Ages |
ACCESSIBLE DROP-OFF
There is an accessible drop-off location at the road closure at Queen St. and York St. intersection. To access the drop-off location, drive up to the road closure gate on King St. and York St. where you will be met by security. Inform security that you require the accessible drop-off location, and they will let you in!
Please note: there is no parking at Harvest. This is a drop-off location only. After being dropped off, the driver of the vehicle will need to find alternate parking. There is plenty of space and seating near the drop-off to wait for your driver, and there will be an Accessibility Attendant volunteer at this location between 5-10pm.
BLUES TENT ACCESSIBLE VIEWING AREA
There is an accessible viewing area located near the stage at the Blues Tent. To access this area, please let admissions know. There will be an Accessibility Attendant volunteer who is available should you like guidance to this area. You’re welcome to bring your own seating if needed. You may also be accompanied by a support person.
TRANSPORTATION
Accessible transit is now available on all Fredericton City buses. For more information, please head over to the Fredericton Transit website. ANBL Safe Ride details will be announced closer to the festival.
SUPPORT PERSONS/SERVICE ANIMALS
Persons with disabilities may have a support person accompany them to shows, free of charge. Your support person will not require a ticket at the Blues Tent events. To arrange a ticket for a support person at the Playhouse shows, please call our office at 506-454-2583 or send an email to info@harvestmusicfest.ca. While pets are not permitted at Harvest, we welcome service animals.
CONTACT US!
If you require additional information or support, please get in touch with us by calling our office at 506-454-2583 or emailing info@harvestmusicfest.ca.