Escape Halloween

October 30–31, 2026; main festival hours are 4 PM–2 AM at NOS Events Center, San Bernardino. Each closing is the following calendar day. Afterparty hours are separate.

18+ for entry; 21+ for VIP and alcohol. Bring qualifying physical photo ID.

A valid unscanned ticket permits entry until one hour before closing. There is no daily re-entry.

Clear bags: up to 12 × 6 × 12 inches. Clutches may be opaque, up to 6 × 9 inches. Empty hydration packs: at most two main compartments plus one small compartment.

No weapon-like props or staff-style uniforms. Masks cannot be glass or ceramic, and makeup must leave you recognizable against your photo ID. Read the complete costume restrictions before packing.

The parking page prohibits RVs, cargo vehicles, box trucks, panel vans, sprinter vans and camper vans in Insomniac lots.

Ontario’s start time is still conflicting: the organizer introduction and its current 2026 ticket page say 3 PM, while the organizer’s stop details and FAQ say 3:30 PM. The purchase link now opens the 2026 product; the previously linked 2025 page no longer describes that destination. Confirm your departure with the organizer before planning travel.

Ontario’s start time is still conflicting: the organizer introduction and its current 2026 ticket page say 3 PM, while the organizer’s stop details and FAQ say 3:30 PM. The purchase link now opens the 2026 product; the previously linked 2025 page no longer describes that destination. Confirm your departure with the organizer before planning travel.

Only the stop you purchased. Collect the wristband there using confirmation and photo ID. Accessibility requests use the organizer contact form.

Free refill stations are advertised; locate the water-drop symbol on the current festival map when released.

The event is cashless. Its amenities page lists card and digital payments plus an on-site cash-to-prepaid-card exchange.

The stated cutoff is September 30, 2026. Later requests may be considered, without guaranteed fulfillment. The ADA page links the request form.

Seek medical or event staff, or Ground Control in purple shirts. The organizer describes on-site medical care as free; this does not establish outside transport or hospital costs.

Use the organizer-linked live lost-and-found page for the dated 2026 collection schedule. It lists interior service by the entrance from 4 PM–1 AM each festival night; exterior service beside the box office from 1–3 AM after Friday and 4 PM–3 AM on Saturday, plus Sunday November 1 from noon–2 PM. Overnight closing times fall the next morning. The general hours page retains different hours and an incompatible Sunday November 2 date; its paragraph is not the 2026 schedule. Recheck the live service before returning.

The FAQ says set times arrive in the days before the event. The map currently linked from the official site visibly says October 31–November 1, 2025. Do not use it as a verified 2026 layout; check official updates and the Insomniac app for the current release.

The FAQ says set times arrive in the days before the event. The map currently linked from the official site visibly says October 31–November 1, 2025. Do not use it as a verified 2026 layout; check official updates and the Insomniac app for the current release.

Confirm the exact rental with the provider before buying. Its artwork says October 30–31, 2026, matching the festival, but the same page’s header says October 31–November 1, 2026 and its product options still say 2025. The artwork does not correct those bookable options or establish a valid 2026 rental.

Confirm the exact rental with the provider before buying. Its artwork says October 30–31, 2026, matching the festival, but the same page’s header says October 31–November 1, 2026 and its product options still say 2025. The artwork does not correct those bookable options or establish a valid 2026 rental.

No. Buy a separate afterparty ticket and hold admission for the matching festival day. You must remain inside the venue: leaving prevents afterparty re-entry. Collect the afterparty wristband and enter within 60 minutes after the main festival ends.

No. The afterparty ticket page says official shuttles cannot accommodate afterparty attendees. Arrange a separate return trip before choosing to stay.

The published cancellation dates disagree. Escape advertises free cancellation until October 4 at 11:59 PM Pacific. The booking portal says reservations become final after submitting Sertifi and gives a separate October 8 modification deadline. All 31 reviewed hotel panels also say cancellation is penalty-free until October 8 at 5 PM, yet says all sales are final after October 5. Do not treat the later date as a guaranteed refund window. Ask the booking provider to clarify the terms of your exact reservation before committing.

The published cancellation dates disagree. Escape advertises free cancellation until October 4 at 11:59 PM Pacific. The booking portal says reservations become final after submitting Sertifi and gives a separate October 8 modification deadline. All 31 reviewed hotel panels also say cancellation is penalty-free until October 8 at 5 PM, yet says all sales are final after October 5. Do not treat the later date as a guaranteed refund window. Ask the booking provider to clarify the terms of your exact reservation before committing.

Reusable bottles must be empty at entry. Glass, cans, cups and coolers are prohibited. Empty hydration packs may have up to two main compartments plus one smaller compartment; clear and non-clear packs are listed.

The listed personal misting fan may have a bottle no larger than 1.5 litres, empty at entry. This specific allowance does not establish permission for other fan types.

Friday’s Los Angeles departure needs confirmation: the festival website says 1:30 PM and the linked 2026 ticket page says 2 PM. Both name McAlister Field, 3000 S Hoover St, at Hoover and 30th, but print different ZIP codes. Both list 2:30 PM Saturday and a 2:30 AM return after each festival night. Confirm the pickup details and Friday departure through the organizer’s contact page; do not treat either disputed time as settled.

Friday’s Los Angeles departure needs confirmation: the festival website says 1:30 PM and the linked 2026 ticket page says 2 PM. Both name McAlister Field, 3000 S Hoover St, at Hoover and 30th, but print different ZIP codes. Both list 2:30 PM Saturday and a 2:30 AM return after each festival night. Confirm the pickup details and Friday departure through the organizer’s contact page; do not treat either disputed time as settled.