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The 2024 edition of Lights All Night is nearly upon us. EDM Identity has all the info you need to make this New Year’s an unforgettable milestone.
Is there any more notable New Year’s celebration for EDM fans than Lights All Night in all of Texas? We sure can’t think of one. The annual gathering will return to Dallas Market Hall on December 28-29, and as usual, a slate of top-tier talent has made it an occasion not to miss for any raver in the area.
On Saturday night, The Metroplex mainstage will be headlined by none other than big room superstar Kaskade. Taking the stage before him are bass music mainstays like Barclay Crenshaw, Marauda, and Ganja White Night. Meanwhile, artists like Azzecca and Ray Volpe will perform on the Disco Rodeo stage while Morten, Tita Lau, and others play on The Lonestar.
Excision will give bass heads something to remember on The Metroplex the following night, proving why he’s arguably the most well-known artist in heavy dubstep. Techno will be abundant at Disco Rodeo on Sunday thanks to Fatima Hajji, Layton Giordani, and Eli Brown, and The Lonestar will host a wide variety of music styles courtesy of Mary Droppinz, Delta Heavy, and Moore Kismet.
You’d surely have to go out of your way to have a bad time at Lights All Night 2024. It still doesn’t hurt to come correct and prepare for all that could go wrong. Read on for set times, maps, prohibited items, and more to avoid any snags that could hold you up on your way to ringing in the New Year at Dallas Market Hall.
Lights All Night 2024 – Essential Info:
Dates: December 28-29
Hours: Parking lots and box office open 5pm daily; event runs 6pm-2am daily
Venue Address: 2200 N Stemmons Fwy, Dallas, TX 75207
Tickets: Purchase via See Tickets
Lights All Night 2024 – Set Times:
Lights All Night 2024 – Parking Map:
Lights All Night 2024 – Festival Map:
Lights All Night 2025 – Travel Info:
According to the Lights All Night organizers, parking spots are abundant at Dallas Market Hall and cost $30 per night. Bear in mind that that the lot is cashless; you must pay via credit card, debit card, Android Pay or Apple Pay.
You are not allowed to tailgate, park overnight, sleep in your vehicle, buy or sell tickets, or otherwise loiter in the Dallas Market Hall parking lot. Alcohol and illegal drug use are also prohibited outside the venue, as are drones, model aircraft, kites, and other remote-controlled flying devices.
A rideshare pickup and dropoff area is also easily accessible across Market Center Blvd. from the Dallas Market Hall. The Dart Rail System’s Market Center Station runs along Harry Hines Blvd. — not far from the rideshare pickup and dropoff area.
Lights All Night 2024 – Amenities:
The organizers of Lights All Night give the celebration lots of little touches that collectively make a big difference. From lockers to water refill stations to a whole mental health initiative, they left no stone unturned in maximizing the festival experience.
Multiple bars and a vendor village will give attendees ample opportunity to load up on refreshments and festival necessities over the course of the event. Lockers are available via reservation as well, offering 8″ x 11″ x 17″ over both days for $50.
Lights All Night also offers “a safe space where those affected by mental illness … can find guidance” hosted by an initiative called Outlet Mental Health. Made possible by the National Alliance on Mental Illness, it offers resources to individuals facing a wide variety of crises.
Reminder to Mind Your Belongings:
Unfortunately, many recent festival attendees have reported pickpockets, bag slashings, and theft of wallets, smartphones, purses, and other valuables. While this small number of bad apples in the bunch doesn’t define an entire crowd, some opportunistic people come to these events to take advantage of unsuspecting partygoers. It’s essential to be mindful of your valuables while at Lights All Night.
Looking for tips to keep your belongings safe? Check our post highlighting some ideas!
Lights All Night 2024 – Dos and Don’ts:
Prohibited Behavior
- Re-entry or ins and outs
- Refunds or exchanges
- Sitting on designated dancefloor areas
- Moshing, crowd surfing, or stage diving
- Unauthorized/unlicensed vendors
- Unauthorized solicitations, handbills, sampling, giveaways, etc.
- Camping in parking lots.
Prohibited Items
- Illegal substances
- Drugs or drug paraphernalia
- Unsealed over-the-counter medications or vitamins
- Vicks inhaler, VapoInhalers
- Animals (except service animals)
- Massagers
- Laser pointers
- Pacifiers
- Gas masks
- Glass, cans, cups, or coolers
- Open containers
- Helium balloons
- Markers, pens, or spray paint
- Large chains or spiked jewelry
- Stuffed animals or dolls
- Stickers, flyers, or promotional signage
- Inflated toys, balls, or balloons (must arrive un-inflated)
- Sports equipment
- Tents, umbrellas, hammocks, or chairs
- Camping gear
- Soap, shampoo, conditioner, or other detergents
- Hydration backpacks that contain non-removable and/or opaque bladders which impede inspection of contents
- Backpacks, purses, or bags larger than 12″ x 12″
- Multi-pocket bags
- Luggage
- Unsealed cigarette packs
- Pre-filled, refillable vape devices (chambers must arrive empty)
- Unsealed tampons
- Liquid makeup
- Unsealed or aerosol sunscreen
- Outside food, beverages, or candy
- Musical instruments (including whistles, etc.)
- Tactical gear
- Costumes that resemble public safety uniforms (police, SWAT, fire, security, or medical)
- Walkie talkies
- Professional-grade tripods, monopods, GoPro sticks
- Fireworks, flammable products, projectiles, or explosives
- Chinese lanterns
- Weapons of any kind (including pocket lnives, pepper spray, etc.)
- Professional recording equipment — photo, video, or audio (including detachable lenses, tripods, big zooms, etc.)
- Vending without permit
- Drones or unmanned aerial vehicles
- Bicycles, scooters, go carts, skate boards, hoverboards, or ATVs
- Open fires or grills
- Generators
- Items deemed to pose a threat to the safe enjoyment of the concert by management
Permitted Items
- Mobile phones, portable chargers, and external batteries
- Handheld camera devices (GoPro, digital phone, point-and-shoot cameras, and disposable cameras)
- Portable battery chargers
- Selfie sticks
- Dust and surgical masks
- Hand sanitizer (up to 2oz)
- Wet Wipes (factory sealed upon entry)
- Small bags, single-compartment bags, plush bags, and purses (maximum 12″x12″)
- Fanny packs (maximum 10″ x 9″)
- Hats
- Binoculars
- Ponchos
- Earplugs
- Reusable aluminum water bottles (arrive empty)
- Clear plastic water bottle (arrive empty)
- Factory-sealed, single-serving plastic water bottle (limit one per person)
- Hydration backpacks, Camelbaks, Bota, etc. (bladder must arrive empty, be removable, transparent and subject to inspection)
- Misting fans (maximum 8″)
- Glowsticks, flow-wands, batons, and orbs
- LED gloves or LED microlights
- Orbits, flowlights, poi, and PixelWhips
- Hula hoops (including LED)
- Glowing/illuminated costumes and jewelry
- Sunglasses, kaleidoscope glasses, and goggles
- Lip liner, lip gloss, lipstick, and sealed chapstick
- Dry makeup (NO liquid makeup)
- Factory-sealed packs of gum
- Factory-sealed eyedrops
- Factory-sealed tampons
- Factory-sealed sunscreen (travel size, non aerosol)
- Factory-sealed deodorant (travel size, non aerosol)
- Factory-sealed packs of cigarettes
- Factory-sealed/disposable e-cigarettes, vape pens, and cartridges
- Refillable vape devices (chambers must arrive empty)
- Lighters
- Plastic tarps and blankets
- Inflatables (deflated upon entry)
- Fatheads and posters
- Festival totems or decorated pool noodles (see totem guidelines below)
Lights All Night 2024 – Totem Guidelines:
- Totems must be made from lightweight materials (e.g. foam, thin-walled PVC)
- No metal, points, or sharp items
- Totems must be under 10 feet tall
- Collapsible/telescoping camera extenders that follow guidelines are OK (lightweight/hollow)
- Inflatables attached to totems must be deflated upon entry
- Thin-walled PVC or light wood poles must be no thicker than 1 inch in diameter
- We recommend decorated pool noodles for easy entrance through security
- Any item deemed dangerous or promoting illegal activity/hate speech will not be permitted
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