The event area consists of Ratinan Stadium, located in the heart of Tampere, and the scenic Ratinanniemi. The festival area is mostly paved or covered with other even surfaces and features three stages, with the largest located at the stadium.
You can move freely with a drink in hand from one performance to another, as the entire festival area serves as a licensed drinking area. The area has several recycling points, and visitors are asked to sort mixed, bio, and plastic waste into the designated bins.
NOTE: The area is under video surveillance, and both video and photography will be conducted on the festival grounds for marketing purposes.
PAYMENT OPTIONS
You can make purchases at Blockfest using all major debit and credit cards, contactless payment, and mobile payment options that support contactless transactions. All sales points at Blockfest accept card payments. Cash payments are not accepted.
FOOD COURT
The food court offers a diverse selection of food vendors. Visitors can also use the seating in the stadium’s back section, located near the food court, throughout the festival weekend.
EXCLUSIVE AREA (Exclusive Ticket Holders Only)
The cozy, elevated Exclusive area is situated in a prime location directly overlooking the Stadium Stage at Ratinan Stadium. Its location alone ensures a festival experience rarely seen in Finland. The area combines easy access to services, the stadium ambiance, and the best views of the main stage performances, offering a more spacious and comfortable setting to enjoy the festival.
CHARGING STATIONS
The area has several phone charging stations. Check the map for their exact locations ⚡️.
DEPOSIT POINTS
All drink products sold at the event include a deposit fee. Bottles, cans, and buckets can be returned to designated deposit points marked on the area map or to any of the bars in the area. The deposit amount can either be credited toward a new purchase or refunded to your account by showing your payment card. The refund will appear in your account within 2–10 business days.
This deposit system ensures proper reuse of drink containers, keeps the festival area clean, and helps waste get a second life through recycling 🫶.
WATER STATIONS
There are several water stations in the festival area where you can refill your bottle. You may bring an empty, transparent bottle (maximum size 0.5 L, no glass bottles) into the area. The locations of the water stations are marked on the map 💧.
CLOAKROOM
The cloakrooms are located at Sorin Square and Laukontori.
For those with Exclusive or Flex tickets, there is a dedicated cloakroom at the EXCLUSIVE & FLEX entrance.