Platinum Entrances and Policies
Avoid the crowds and use the Platinum-only entrances into the Festival. Once inside, hop on a golf cart to be taken directly to the Platinum Lounge.
Locations
- Platinum East Entrance: To the right of the Barton Springs East gates. Look for directional signs pointing the way.
- Platinum West Entrance: 2839 Stratford Dr (at the entrance to the Austin Nature & Science Center). Only accessible via the Platinum downtown shuttle, which will drop and pick up from this location.
Kids in Platinum
- To ensure adequate resources and amenities and to provide a premium experience for everyone in Platinum, any kids between the ages of 3-8 years old will need to have a Platinum Kids wristband, which can be purchased once you cart a full-priced Platinum ticket.
- Kids 2 and younger are free in Platinum with a ticketed adult. Any kids 9 years old and above will need to have a Platinum wristband for entry into the Platinum areas.
- Proof of age will be required for entry.
Entry Tips
- Have your wristband on.
- Be prepared for bag check. See our policies for what is allowed in the Festival.
- Avoid the crowds and use the Platinum-only entrances into the Festival. Once inside, hop on a golf cart to be taken directly to the Platinum Lounge.