September 22-24, 2023
Downtown Las Vegas
Celebrating 10 Years

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General

Life is Beautiful is located in beautiful Downtown Las Vegas, Nevada. The festival encompasses several city blocks within the heart of the neighborhood, extending from 7th to 11th Street and from Mesquite to Carson Avenue. The festival entrance is located at Fremont & 7th street.

This year’s Life is Beautiful will take place, rain or shine, September 22 – September 24, 2023.

Life is Beautiful is unique in that the majority of it occurs in the evening and night where full energy of Las Vegas city lights come to life. Festival hours are from 3:30 p.m. to 1 a.m. daily.

Yes! Life is Beautiful is an all-ages experience. All are welcome, and everyone three years of age and older are required to have a festival wristband. 

Thank you for your interest in getting involved with Life is Beautiful Festival. Unfortunately, press applications for the 2023 festival have officially closed. If you’re interested in receiving nightly recaps from this year’s event, please reach out to lib@kivindoak.com.

Unfortunately we’ve closed talent submissions for 2023, please feel free to reach out next Fall for information on submitting a talent inquiry.

Thanks for the interest, but unfortunately there are no open positions at this time. Connect with us on LinkedIn here or keep an eye on open positions here for any future opportunities.

Ticketing & Box Office

There is no difference in tiers other than pricing.

The Life is Beautiful Box Office and Will Call/Guest Check-In are located at the Downtown Grand Hotel Fremont Ballroom, 206 N 3rd St, Las Vegas, NV 89101.

Wednesday, September 20: 12–7pm
Thursday, September 21: 12–7pm
Friday, September 22: 12–11pm
Saturday, September 23: 12–11pm
Sunday, September 24: 12–11pm

Wristbands began shipping at the beginning of September! All tickets purchased before September 8 will be shipped directly to you (not including international ticket-holders). All tickets purchased after September 8 MUST be picked up at the Box Office/Will Call on site.

Haven’t received your wristband by festival week? Please contact our ticket provider, Front Gate Tickets, through their website.

We know it’s very exciting to receive your wristband but PLEASE DO NOT put it on your wrist until the festival. Once your wristband is tightened it can not be loosened or taken off.DON’T take your wristband off. Wristbands are non-transferable and non-exchangeable. 

DON’T cut or twist any part of your wristband, it will fray (cut wristbands will NOT be reissued for any reason).

DO shower with it, it’s waterproof! 

DO take care of your wristband and treat it like cash. Wristbands will not be replaced if lost or stolen. 

We strongly encourage you to register your wristband before entering the festival. Once your wristband is registered, you’ll gain festival entry, enhanced customer support & security, and unlock full access to festival experiences, sponsorship activations, promotions and more. Registration begins September 1st through the Official Life Is Beautiful Mobile App. Scan the QR code to download the app today or click here.

Refunds will be available only if Life is Beautiful 2023 is rescheduled or canceled.

In that event, your tickets will be refunded if purchased through our authorized ticket vendor, Front Gate Tickets. We cannot verify the policies of third party ticket resellers.

If the festival is postponed or rescheduled your festival passes will automatically be honored at the rescheduled date. Should you be unable to attend the new date, you must request a refund no later than 30 days after the announcement of the rescheduled date. If the festival is canceled, your festival passes will be refunded through our Life is Beautiful ticket vendor, Front Gate Tickets. We cannot verify the policies of any third-party ticket resellers.

Information about resell opportunities will be announced at a later date. Check back for more information soon!

We understand that plans can change. However, to ensure the safety, security, and authenticity of your tickets, we strongly discourage reselling your  through third-party platforms. Remember, selling tickets through unofficial channels poses risks such as counterfeit tickets, financial fraud, or more. 

Considering buying resold tickets? To avoid any disappointments, please only purchase tickets through the official ticketing channels provided by the festival. This ensures that you get to enjoy every moment of the event without any hassles.

Unfortunately, you are not able to sell a partial ticket. 

Yes, VIP tickets include access to exclusive offerings throughout the festival grounds, and provide admission into the festival. 

Yes, GA+ tickets include access to exclusive offerings throughout the festival grounds, and provide admission into the festival. You also get a few extra perks like express festival entry, a special GA+ Lounge with dedicated food and beverage offerings, and have access to air conditioned restrooms. 

Please contact our ticket provider, Front Gate Tickets, through their website.

Please reach out to Front Gate Tickets directly for assistance with purchasing tickets or questions related to your completed purchase. Start your request for assistance here.

If you need someone else to pick up your wristband from will call, please get in touch with Front Gate Tickets through their website to add an alternate pick up name to the order.

International Tickets will be available at Will Call for pick- up only. You must bring a valid ID that matches the ticket purchaser. 

If you would like to upgrade your ticket please reach out to Front Gate Tickets here. They will be able to refund your original ticket order after you purchase your upgraded ticket. Availability is not guaranteed.

A limited number of onsite upgrades will be available for purchase before entry at the Box Office. More information about this process will be announced closer to the festival.

Please note: Upgrades are limited to availability and only select days or VIP types may be available for purchase.

We can only guarantee ticket validity for purchases made through our official vendor, Front Gate Tickets, via the tickets page of our website. Buy tickets here.

Yes! A limited number of single day tickets for each day are available to purchase here

The layaway payment plan includes a down payment at the time of purchase and subsequent installments until the ticket is fully paid off. After the down payment is made, the subsequent payments will be automatically deducted from the card you used to make the original purchase.

View layaway schedule and terms

Festival Planning

Find the festival’s performance schedule at lifeisbeautiful.com/schedule. Make sure you download the Life is Beautiful app here to start planning your weekend!

To enhance safety, security and entrance efficiency for attendees, please adhere to the following bag policy. Below are the ONLY types and sizes of bags that will be allowed into the festival:

  • Small bags & purses up to 6” x 8” x 3” (do not have to be clear)
  • CLEAR backpacks and bags 
  • Hydration packs emptied of all liquid with a gear capacity of no more than 2.5L/150 cubic inches. Standard size backpacks with hydration bladders will not be permitted.

Life is Beautiful is a cashless event. We will accept all credit and debit cards, but no cash. Say goodbye to ATM fees and hello to a faster, more convenient way to pay! 

Upon entry to the festival grounds, fans will have their bags searched. Once available, refer to the Bag Policy and Prohibited Items list for further information. Bags and items that do not comply with the policies will not be allowed in the festival.

After the bag search, all guests will walk through a state-of-the-art Risk Detection System.
Unlike with standard metal detectors, guests do not have to remove anything from their pockets; they simply walk through the machine as directed by security and the AI-trained sensor technology will take care of the rest.

It is our top priority for everyone to have a safe, fun and beautiful time. And this festival is such a beautiful experience that you won’t want to miss a minute of the action. However, we also understand the desire to take a break, to freshen up and to explore Downtown Las Vegas. 

To offer the best experience possible for attendees, General Admission guests will be permitted three exits and three reentries per day. This policy helps us eliminate wait times and lines at the entrance and to ensure the safety and security of the festival and all festival goers. GA+, VIP, VIP+, and All-In guests are allowed unlimited entry and re-entry.

Remember, if you are leaving, always get scanned out by a security supervisor BEFORE you exit. You will not be allowed to return to the festival grounds otherwise. We are here to help. Ask any uniformed personnel at the festival gates for assistance with on-site questions.

We will not have lockers available at the event, so plan accordingly and travel light!

Even though Life is Beautiful takes place in the Mojave desert, historically we’ve had very favorable weather! However, temperatures may range from 100 degrees during the day to 65 degrees at night. Be sure to routinely check the weather forecast and plan accordingly.

And always, make sure to stay hydrated and drink plenty of water. 

For information on hotel and ticket packages, visit our booking portal here to find the best fit for you. Hotel-only options are also available here.

Anywhere! Thanks to our partner ChargerGoGo, you can rent a portable battery pack at the ChargerGoGo booths and carry it with you on-the-go. With three built-in cables, you can charge iPhones, Android devices, and more. 

1 and 3-day charger rental passes are on presale now! The pass allows you to exchange your battery for the entire pass duration as many times as you want, so you will never have to worry about your mobile device running out of battery during the festival.

Click here to purchase.

We’ve partnered with fellow Las Vegas-based company, Allegiant Air, for flight offers! Visit www.allegiantair.com/en/life-is-beautiful to learn more and fly with low-fares and nonstop to Las Vegas.

The entrance to the festival is is less that 7 miles from the Harry Reid International Airport!

To enhance safety, security and entrance efficiency for attendees, please adhere to the following bag policy. Below are the ONLY types and sizes of bags that will be allowed into the festival:

  • Small bags & purses up to 6” x 8” x 3”. These do not have to be clear.
  • Backpacks and bags with multiple pockets larger than 6” x 8” x 3”. Must be made of clear plastic, clear vinyl, or clear PVC.
  • Hydration packs emptied of all liquid with a gear capacity of no more than 2.5L/150 cubic inches. Standard size backpacks with hydration bladders will not be permitted.
  • Backpacks and bags larger than 6” x 8” x 3” made of clear plastic, clear vinyl, or clear PVC
  • Bags and purses up to 6” x 8” x 3” (do not have to be clear)
  • Binoculars
  • Blankets
  • Chapstick
  • Dedicated hydration packs emptied of all liquid, with a gear capacity of no more than 2.5L/150 cubic inches
  • E-cigs, Vapes, Juuls, or any type of electronic cigarette (juices and refills must be sealed)
  • Gum
  • Hand sanitizer
  • Personal cameras (no detachable lens)
  • Portable phone chargers
  • Refillable water bottles
  • Sealed cigarettes
  • Sealed eye drops
  • Sealed lighters
  • Sealed over-the-counter medications
  • Sealed sunscreen lotion (non-aerosol)
  • Sealed tampons
Life is Beautiful reserves the right to prohibit additional items that may cause injury to others. A full list of allowed & prohibited items can be found below. For specific questions on Prohibited Items please email info@lifeisbeautiful.com.
  • NO Aerosol cans or sprays
  • NO Air horns
  • NO Balls or projectiles
  • NO Camera accessories- selfies sticks, tripods, monopods, gopro mounts and attachments, detachable lenses, or other commercial equipment
  • NO Camera equipment with a detachable lens longer than 2 inches
  • NO Chairs or lawn furniture
  • NO Coolers
  • NO Costume face masks
  • NO Costumes that resemble public safety uniforms (fire, medical, police, SWAT, security)
  • NO Drones or remote flying device
  • NO Explosives
  • NO Fireworks or sparklers
  • NO Flags
  • NO Glass or cans of any kind
  • NO Hard plastic glow sticks
  • NO Hula-Hoops
  • NO Hydration packs with more than two pockets in addition to the one holding the water reservoir and a gear capacity larger than 2.5L/150 cubic inches
  • NO Illegal substances or paraphernalia
  • NO Inflatable toys or furniture
  • NO Laptop computers or tablets
  • NO Laser pointers
  • NO Liquids
  • NO Musical instruments
  • NO Outside food and beverage of any kind
  • NO Pets/animals
  • NO Picnic baskets
  • NO Professional video/audio recording equipment
  • NO Promotional items, samples, giveaways, flyers or stickers
  • NO Scooters, skateboards, hoverboards, bicycles
  • NO Shade structures of any kind (Canopies, tents, umbrellas, parasols)
  • NO Sharp objects, large chains, spiked jewelry
  • NO Strollers, carts or waggons
  • NO Totems
  • NO Unauthorized/unlicensed vending
  • NO Walkie-talkies
  • NO Water guns or water balloons, any other kind of water projectile
  • NO Weapons of ANY kind including pepper spray and pocket knives

Life is Beautiful reserves the right to prohibit additional items that may cause injury to others. A full list of allowed & prohibited items can be found below. For specific questions on Prohibited Items please email info@lifeisbeautiful.com.

Parking & Ride Share

There is no street parking available at or near the festival. Plan accordingly and utilize our Park & Ride Shuttle passes for guaranteed parking and round trip shuttle rides to and from Life is Beautiful all weekend long. 

With a Park & Ride Shuttle pass you have a guaranteed parking spot in a designated lot nearby and access to a round-trip shuttle to and from the festival throughout the weekend. A pass is required for each individual even if you are carpooling or using only one parking spot. Please note that this IS NOT a hotel shuttle pass. 

Parking for the Park & Ride shuttle is located at Cashman Center – Lot D (located at 801-875 N Sagman Street, Las Vegas, NV 89101). 

The Park & Ride shuttle drops off at the corner of 7th & Bridger near the festival entrance.

The shuttle does NOT stop at locations on The Strip, so plan accordingly! 

The Park & Ride Shuttle will offer non-stop round trip transportation to and from the festival for the duration of the event from 10:00am to 3:00am PT.

No. The Park & Ride Shuttle lets you park in a dedicated parking lot near the festival and transports you to and from the festival, throughout the weekend. There is no parking next to the festival grounds. This is not a Strip shuttle. 

Overnight parking is not available, and all vehicles left in the Shuttle Pass lot will be towed at the owner’s expense. 

The Venue

The stage is set for Life is Beautiful 2023! Get familiar with your playground for the big celebration. Click here to download.

Yes! You can download the Official Life is Beautiful 2023 mobile app here. The mobile app is your ultimate guide to the weekend. You can explore the full lineup, dive-in to the festival’s experiences and activations, receive real time festival updates and information, browse the festival maps, buy tickets, register your wristband and more.

Life is Beautiful partners with some of the best restaurants and food trucks the Las Vegas Area has to offer. A full list of food vendors can be found here. Gluten-free, vegetarian, and vegan options are going to be available.

Yes. Life is Beautiful brings together the best local and regional restaurants from all around the Las Vegas valley of which offer many vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free choices to satisfy your appetite. 

You can purchase tickets to Omakase Cantina here. Available while supplies last.

There are water refill stations located throughout the festival. Play your part by bringing a reusable container for free refills to stay hydrated all weekend. 

Yep! You can browse Life is Beautiful apparel, posters, artist merch and limited edition collabs at official merch stands throughout the festival. Be sure to stop by early if you want popular festival gear like blankets and jackets! 

Yes! We will be streaming the event live throughout the weekend. Tune-in details will be shared on our social channels and added to our website FAQs closer to the event.

Of course! We want you to have the best weekend, and part of that includes random in-the-moment experiences. Visit our homepage to sign up for the latest festival updates and announcements. Be sure to follow us on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter to be in the know in all things Beautiful!

Safety & Security

We make every effort to create a safe environment on the festival grounds, including public and private security and medical staff throughout the festival. If you have a specific question regarding safety, security or medical information, please contact a Life is Beautiful representative at info@lifeisbeautiful.com.

Life is Beautiful will have a lost-and-found booth located within the festival. Check back at a later date for more information about the specific lost-and-found location. In addition, an online portal will be available after the festival for any lost items. 

ADA Accessibility

At Life is Beautiful we want to make sure that all arts and music lovers have access to the entire festival experience. Our Access Team is friendly and helpful, and we look forward to spending an unforgettable weekend with all of you!

For general accessibility information please read the access guide below. Please note the accessibility information on this site will be periodically updated the closer we get to the festival. If you have additional questions about accessibility, or require a specific accommodation, please contact us at access@lifeisbeautiful.com.

Access staff are located at every accessible viewing area and are available to provide information and answer any questions you have. 

All stages have designated raised platform accessible viewing areas for people who use mobility devices, have significant mobility impairments, or require accessible seating. Folding chairs are available at each platform. Please note that these areas have limited capacity and are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Access staff manage the viewing platforms to accommodate as many people as possible while remaining safe and comfortable. 

Life is Beautiful is located in beautiful Downtown Las Vegas, Nevada. The outdoor terrain is made up of concrete streets, sidewalks and parking lots, several large grassy areas, and a few mulched, earthen areas. The entire area is flat and without much change in terrain. Sidewalk curb cuts are located at the end of each block. The festival area is 18 city blocks and the distance between stages can be long, so we encourage you to plan accordingly. All buildings within the festival are ADA accessible. 

All prescription medications must have a prescription label that matches the name on your photo identification. For patrons with special dietary needs, a daily amount of personal food may be brought into the festival, if accompanied by a doctor’s note. If you have any questions, please email us at access@lifeisbeautiful.com.

Accessible restrooms and accessible portable toilets are located throughout the festival. Additionally, there will be accessible portable toilets located at each accessible viewing platform. 

Life is Beautiful has engaged Certified ASL performance interpreters and Certified Deaf Interpreters to provide Deaf access during the three headlining acts, each night of the festival, on the Downtown Stage.

For placement information, additional ASL show requests, or deaf and hard of hearing accommodations, please email access@lifeisbeautiful.com. Please make any requests for additional shows or accommodations as soon as possible, and at least 30 days in advance of the festival in order to give interpreters adequate time to prepare. Requests made within 30 days of the festival may not be accommodated. 

Pets are not allowed at the festival. Service animals, which are trained to provide assistance to a patron with a disability, are welcome. Service animals must be accompanied by and under the control and supervision of the handler with the disability at all times. When entering the festival, the handler of the animal may be asked to describe the support the animal provides. 

It is not necessary to purchase an ADA ticket. All ticket holders with accessibility needs are able to utilize our Access Services. For more information please see our ADA Accessibility FAQ or send an email to access@lifeisbeautiful.com.

Code of Conduct

We are here because of you—and you are here to have the best weekend of your life. You are the eyes and ears of the festival, and we rely on you to follow our code of “beautiful” conduct and to practice personal responsibility.

Anti-Harassment Policy

Life is Beautiful has a zero-tolerance policy for harassment of any kind. Please alert staff immediately if you feel harassed or threatened in any way. Remember: No always means NO. Monitor yourself and those around you. If something inappropriate happens to you or someone in your group, notify Life is Beautiful personnel.

Be Observant

We are a community, and we always look out for one another. Everyone who attends Life is Beautiful is part of our family. What makes it so great is the unique experience you create when the gates open. Be mindful of your belongings and your surroundings. If you see someone who needs help, check in with them. If you encounter a potentially dangerous situation or if you observe something that just doesn’t seem right, alert a staff member. If you or someone you see is sick or injured, seek immediate medical attention.

Keep The Neighborhood Beautiful

Downtown Las Vegas is our home and we share this space with our neighbors, many of whom live in the festival’s footprint or the surrounding area. Show them how beautiful of an experience this is by leaving no trace behind other than memories: Throw away your trash, respect the space, your festival friends and the residents surrounding the community.

Buddy System

It’s always better with a buddy, and we encourage everyone to pair up and make the most of the festival. Designate a meeting spot in advance, just in case you lose your buddy or your group. If anyone in your party is in trouble, please alert festival staff immediately to assist—no questions asked!

Safety Is Beautiful

We take security very seriously, and the festival adheres to the highest level of safety policies and procedures to protect all guests. We work with local, state and federal agencies to ensure the well-being of all. Both uniformed and plain-clothed security are stationed throughout the festival. They are there to help. Don’t hesitate to ask for help if you need it. If you can not locate event staff personnel, please stop by our INFO Booth or Medical areas.

Festival Tips

  1. Carry emergency contact information in your wallet and put it on your phone’s lock screen.
  2. Register your wristband with your emergency contact information.
  3. Stay hydrated.
  4. Bring sun protection—sunscreen lotion, hats, and sunglasses. Take a break, find some shade.
  5. Protect your ears—the sound is always ON!
  6. Be aware of your surroundings and your belongings at all times. If you find something or lose something, go to Lost and Found located at the Information Booth.
  7. Bring a list of allergies and medications you take in case of a medical emergency.
  8. Dress for the weather—Las Vegas in September can be hot, but it’s also beautiful! Check that weather app.
  9. Need help? Lost? Injured? See something suspicious? Contact any uniformed staff member.

WHAT ARE TICKET TIERS?

There is no difference in ticket tiers other than price. Tiered pricing is our way of showing the benefits of purchasing early, with loyal fans receiving tickets with the lowest prices the sooner they buy.

LAYAWAY TERMS

The layaway payment plan includes a down payment at the time of purchase and subsequent installments until the ticket is fully paid off. After the down payment is made, the subsequent payments will be automatically deducted from the card you used to make the original purchase on the following dates: 

  • Down Payment – Due at time of purchase
  • Installment 1 – Due 7/21
  • Installment 2 – Due 8/11

*Down Payment and subsequent instalments totals will vary depending upon quantity of tickets selected. Above reflects pricing for a single ticket.

Ticket price includes layaway fee, shipping and service fees, and the 9% Nevada Live Entertainment Tax.

Default on payments will result in cancellation of your order and the loss of a $50.00 termination fee. It is your responsibility to manage your payment plan. You must pay attention to your bank and credit card statements to make sure your payment is successfully completed on each scheduled date. You will be granted a 10 day grace period from each scheduled payment date to process any missed payments, and instructions will be emailed from Front Gate Tickets to do so. If your payment is not made in full by the 10th day after the payment due date your order will be cancelled and you will forfeit the $50.00 termination fee in addition to the $10 layaway fee.

All purchases and partial purchases are non-refundable. If you fail, for any reason, to pay any of the installments you will void your ticket and you will forfeit the $50.00 termination fee in addition to the $10.00 layaway fee.

Wristbands associated with your order will not be shipped until all payments are complete. Wristband shipping begins in early September.

If you have questions on payment plans, please click here to access the Front Gate Tickets Help Center.