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Rooster Walk 16 will light up Martinsville, VA, with a stellar lineup of 45+ bands on six stages from May 21-24, 2026. The early bird lineup will be announced soon and early bird admission tickets are on sale now! Join us for an unforgettable weekend at Pop’s Farm. 

VENUE MAP

*Map subject to change.

Music Schedule

Rooster Walk has a vibrant lineup of over 45 bands on 6 stages, crafted to showcase a diverse array of genres and artists. Spanning Thursday to Sunday, the schedule offers you an immersive experience, with each day packed with performances from both renowned headliners and emerging talents. 

STAGES

URW Lawn Stage

Lawn Stage | Photo by Ryan Guite

virginia is for lovers Lake Stage

Lake Stage | Photo by Roger Gupta

new belgium Pine Grove Stage

Pine Grove Stage | Photo by Ryan Guite

caesars virginia VIP Stage

VIP Stage | Photo by Nate Payne

waterbird Eye Level Stage

Eye Level Stage | Photo by Ryan Guite

atlantic union bank Kids' Coop Stage

Kids' Stage | Photo by Rich Cox

Hotels & Glamping

Attend Rooster Walk with some added luxuries. Stay on-site in a Glamping tent or stay off-site at one of our partner hotels and ride the free Visit Sosi patron shuttle to the festival. Here is info on both options.

RULES

The basic rules of Rooster Walk are listed below. Be sure that you read through the short list of rules, as each is very important. Following these rules will ensure a safe and fun festival for everyone! These rules apply to the festival viewing areas, the campgrounds and parking areas at the festival, and the off-site parking and camping areas.

  • No weapons.
  • NO GLASS.
  • No outside alcohol.
  • No swimming.
  • No fishing from the bank.
  • No dogs or pets.
  • No fireworks.
  • No drugs.
  • Campfires allowed only in fire bowls, weather permitting. (Subject to local fire bans.) Bring your own firebowl.
  • No ATVs, personal golf carts, etc.
  • Onewheels and bikes permitted on the roads in the campgrounds only. Onewheels and bikes not permitted in the festival venue/ viewing areas.
  • No wristband, no admittance. (Violation is trespassing and will result in eviction or arrest.)
  • No drones.
  • Sunshades welcome in designated spot in front of Lawn Stage ONLY (as indicated by signage). Space limited. 
  • No ham radios on site.
  • Do not cross property lines (as clearly marked).
  • No early entry. Gates open at 9am on Thursday.
 

PACKING LIST

Here’s a suggested packing list for the festival.

  • Rooster Walk tickets – print them out or screenshot them now, as cell service is often spotty to nonexistent on site
  • Drivers License (required to look up tickets and/ or for 21+ drinking wristbands)
  • Directions
  • Reusable water bottle (You can fill up at two water locations on site.)
  • Stainless steel pint (to use at bars)
  • Sunscreen
  • Insect repellent including tick spray
  • Debit or credit card (ATMs located near Merch Tent)
  • Tent
  • Tarp
  • Ground pad
  • Sleeping bag, pillow, blankets
  • Camp chair(s)
  • Headlamp & flashlight
  • Hammock
  • Sunglasses
  • Gallons of water for your campsite.
  • Camera/ Phone & phone charger
  • Comfy socks
  • Bandanas
  • Hat
  • Rain gear
  • Cool weather clothes (We have had a 45 degree night at least once at a previous RW)
  • Comfortable shoes to dance and walk in, including rain boots
  • Permethrin to spray around your tent site
  • Poison Ivy Cream
  • Chapstick
  • Earplugs
  • Headphones for children
  • Extra batteries
  • First aid kit
  • Electrolyte powder/ tablets
  • Travel coffee mug (for you Daily Grind coffee)
  • Discs for disc golf
  • Rooster Gear! ON SATURDAY, WE STRUT! We see lots of folks wear rooster costumes and gear throughout the weekend, so this year, we made it official. Wear your rooster gear every day, but ESPECIALLY on Saturday of Rooster Walk.

Remember to pack as light as possible; depending on your camping plan, you may be shuttling or walking your gear a short distance. Most of these items will also be available in our festival general store, located near the festival merchandise tent.

Parking & Shuttles

Rooster Walk offers three FREE off-site shuttles (one to Martinsville, one to Danville, and one to our off-site parking/camping area called Mom’s Field).

To park on the festival site, you must purchase a valid parking/ camping pass in advance. These passes always sell out in advance of the festival.

If you decide not to take an off-site shuttle or to purchase an on-site parking/ camping pass, plan to park in the off-site parking lot called Mom’s Field.

EXPERIENCES

Rooster Walk offers a variety of experiences such as outdoor adventures, teen scene, kids’ coop, healing arts and yoga, and more all conveniently located on Pop’s Farm! 

VENDORS

At Rooster Walk, the vendor section highlights a vibrant array of food, specialty food, and arts and crafts vendors. Attendees can explore a diverse marketplace featuring delicious culinary delights and unique handcrafted goods, enriching their festival experience with every visit.

If you’re interested in applying to vend, here’s the vendor page.

FOOD AND SPECIALTY FOOD VENDORS

Bangin' Pies

BLUNT PRETZELS

BORO BEVERAGE

bric's original dip & roll

Bussin' Burgers

Ga-te Shoken

Lou Lou's Lil Orbits

Pop's Ice Cream Shop

proving ground coffee bar

King of Pops

Mac N Me

Ramble Juice

Roti Rolls

Sexi-Mexi

Sugar Shack

TAMMY'S GRILL

two roosters kettle corn

yoke

TAMMY'S GRILL

two roosters kettle corn

healing arts, ARTS AND CRAFTS, & tourism VENDORS

A Little Bit Hippy

AlterNatives Boutique

alchemist dreamz

bob adamek photography

downtown flower company

dust & sunshine

dyermaker dyes

eclectic art by erin

Free rangr human holistic healing

General Store

the glitter bee

grateful threads

hemp hats! by sunny life

Hooked Productions

Hollydays Creations Face and Body Art

knot ya mama's creations

lady & the lion

moon lake bags

nomadic state of mind

Patrick County Tourism

poems for people virginia

rocks & knots

Rustic Relics

Slack Librium

Sober Walk

Stoned Beautiful

start studio llc

sun & spruce (eye Level)

Tarpestry

The Wellness Bar Uptown

The 3d shop

tintype truck

Visit Martinsville

FAQS

Rooster Walk’s FAQs cover everything from ticketing, camping, parking, to accessibility, ensuring attendees have all the info they need for a great festival experience. 

ADMISSION TICKETS & OFF-SITE PARKING/ CAR CAMPING STILL AVAILABLE
Get your tickets now to Rooster Walk 16, voted Best Music Festival in the mid-Atlantic!