This event is open to all Department of Defense (DoD) ID cardholders and their guests to include, active duty, reservists, national guard, retirees, DoD civilian employees and their dependents. *Base access is required.
The closest ATM is located at Navy Federal Credit Union, one block directly west of the venue, off Massey Ave.
YES! The concert is open to the whole family, however parent supervision is required.
Purses are allowed as long as they are not in exceedance of 12"x 6"x 12" dimensions.
Our indoor drink sales take both cash and credit cards. Our outdoor drink sales take only cash. However, most vendors will only take cash. We recommend carrying both.
No, you do not need tickets to enjoy Operation MWR. No registration is required either, just show up and have fun! *Base access is required.
Drink tickets are $7. All sales are final. Tickets are non-transferable. Ticket sales end at 8:45pm. Drink sales end at 9pm.
YES! Food and beverage is available for purchase. Prepare for most food vendors to only take cash. Tickets for alcoholic beverages are credit card friendly indoors only. A government issued ID is required to purchase and/or consume alcohol. Drink sales will end at 9:00p.m. Please drink responsibly. Active duty are encouraged to utilize Club 2001 for safe, FREE ride home after the show. Just call (904) 270-5401.
Yes, handicap seating is available at the venue.
YES! The concert and all carnival events are free. However, food and drink will be available for purchase.
Parking is available in the parking garage at the intersection of Baltimore St. and Bailey Ave. Handicap parking is avalable in the Beacon parking lot with appropriate documentation. Directional signage will guide you to the appropriate parking lot. Please plan to carpool due to parking limitations and to save time moving traffic through the gate.
We recommend bringing your own chairs and blankets. The event is taking place in a grassy area.
Yes, smoking is allowed, but only in designated areas.
This is a rain or shine event.
Strollers will be allowed for caretakers of small children. The same applies to diaper bags long as they are not in exceedance of the 12"x 6"x 12" dimensions. Subject to security screening on site.
Pets, coolers, glass bottles, containers, backpacks, contraband (including box cutters or other sharp objects) are STRICTLY PROHIBITED. No outside food and drink permitted on site. No Fireworks. Please do not interact with any wildlife. If you see any turtles please contact security.
What's the schedule?
1600: Festival Kicks Off
-Food & Drinks
-Fun Zone
1910: National Anthem
1915: Opener / Fun Zone Closes (1900) Outdoor Pool closes (1800)
2035: Headliner (75 minute set)
2100: End of Alcohol Sales
2150: Fireworks
2200: End of event