F.A.Q.s

CAMPGROUND: 10:00 Fri, Aug 2 – 18:00 Mon, Aug 5
PENINSULA (STAGES): 14:00 Fri, Aug 2 – 07:00 Mon, Aug 5

Access to the campgrounds will not open until 10:00, Fri, Aug 2. Before this time the site will be considered an active construction site and we are legally NOT allowed to host guests. We are unable to accommodate early arrivals Thursday evening. For the sake of our small production team pulling this off, please do not show up early.

We will once again offer a free shuttle to help make the commute between the stage & camping areas, which worked quite well last year. Expect one bus to continually run all weekend, and another a ‘rush hour.’ We are planning a second bus stop closer to the far side of the main camping ground (closer to where the DOMO + Utopia camps will be).

If you’ve purchased a ticket and possess a disability card, write to us to receive a free companion ticket for your assisting person. The main camping is separate from the peninsula, but barrier free camping is available on the peninsula (stage area) alongside our crew camping (we have options for barrier free camping with barrier free showers &  toilets on the peninsula). Close to that area, we can offer parking spots for vehicles with wheelchairs. If folks in wheelchairs want to camp at the main camp, that’s fine, but please note that it will only have barrier free toilets there, not showers. Write our team on this topic so we can accommodate you (preferably by July 1): access@wholefestival.com

We must also make it known that some of the beaches & sandy areas of the property are not 100% wheelchair accessible. This is a long-term goal of ours. There are still some barriers on the festival site that need to be worked through, but we are willing to find individual solutions for everybody who wants to attend. The premises do not have a guidance system for the blind. The Bassliner buses from Berlin are unfortunately not accessible for wheelchairs, but if you travel by train to Dessau or Gräfenhainichen, wheelchair accessible Bassliner bus shuttles can scoop you up there and bring you to Ferropolis. The free on-site shuttles from the main camp to the peninsula are accessible. Because of the high levels of music, Ferropolis doesn’t allow assistant dogs. 

Our Accessibility Person will start working at the end of April. You can go ahead and drop them a line:
access@wholefestival.com

Let’s talk & find solutions together!

Our volunteer program is currently open. Gain valuable experience by being apart of our team; help us behind the scenes co-creating one of the most exciting queer events on the planet.

Please fill out this form and we will get back to you in the coming weeks.

MORE INFOS COMING SOON…

Check back mid-April  to learn more about production internship opportunities. Gain valuable experience by being a part of our team; help us behind the scenes co-creating one of the most exciting queer events on the planet.

We are planning to go cashless in 2024.
MORE INFO SOON.

We are still figuring out the cashless system, which will most likely affect the trash deposit process.
MORE INFO SOON…

We will post the exact coordinates later.
Lost and Found items can be turned in here.
If you have meds that need to be refrigerated, check in here.

Info point (peninsula):

Info point (camping):

All guests must be 18+ to enter the festival, and provide valid ID. No children allowed. A valid official ID card is advised. Student cards are not accepted. No dogs or any other animals are allowed on-site.

Confetti: Micro-plastics are not the look! Evoke your festivity in another outward form and help keep the site’s sandy beaches & grass clean. Confetti & glitter are not permitted, unless eco-plant based.

No glass containers or weapons of any kind are allowed (no camping saws, axes, etc). NO ANIMALS, no generators, electric refrigerators, any kind of bulky waste. No drugs, gas containers >250 grams, car batteries, explosive substances, unauthorized fireworks, sound systems, vuvuzelas, compressor sirens, megaphones, PA-systems or firewood will be allowed on site.  We are reviewing how we can provide thorough safety checks at the entrance but not hold up the line.  Detailed arrival instructions will be posted closer to the festival. 

Please, we strongly advise against bringing flags, particularly national flags (banners, stickers or patches). We are aiming to create a space where individuals from all backgrounds can come together and celebrate our shared humanity. We kindly ask that you leave national symbols at home and instead embrace the spirit of unity and inclusivity that we are striving to cultivate at this event.

From rain to extreme sun, we’ve had it all. While we will prepare for some inclement weather, make sure you get yourself covered for hot sun, cool nights, and the potential for rain! Pack layers accordingly. We highly recommend packing a day bag to bring with you to the stages, like a beach blanket (some festive fairy lights to make it distinctive in the evening), a day-to-night lewk to reveal, water bottle (non-glass), SPF lotion, protein bar, a warm layer for night time

The festival will take place rain or shine. Please note that all ticket sales are final. If you can no longer attend, we recommend reselling via Ticketswap (which opens in July).

For more info on these topics, please see our new GUIDE section.

SHOWERS, TOILETS, DOUCHE STATION, WATER STATIONS
CAMPING & TENT RENTALS
FOOD / BEVERAGE
WHAT SHOULD I PACK?
GETTING TO WHOLE
AWARENESS TEAM & FIRST AID
COMMUNITY GUIDELINES

The festival can be considered like a game. Find the games you wanna play, learn the rules, have fun. Be romantic about the little things, yet realistic about the big things.