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IMMERSIVE FOOD EXPERIENCES TO SATISFY THOSE TASTE BUDS AND STIMULATE THE MINDS
NEW IN 2024: MORE ELEVATED CULINARY EXPERIENCES UNIQUE TO THE FOREST
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BRIE OUR GUEST
What goes together like the birds and the bees? Honey and cheese... and wine! 🍷
$55
- Thursday at 2:00 PM Eastern
- Saturday at 2:00 PM Eastern
Please note: Must be 21+ to participate.
More InfoBrie Our Guest as we present a decadent display of cheese, charcuterie and wine curated by our Forest Family Sommelier and Cheesemonger!
Each ticket comes with tastings from a scrumptious smorgasbord of cheese, charcuterie and four unique wines - white, red, rose, and bubbles.
Once you find what you like, our cheesemonger will build you a custom charcuterie plate while our wine pros top off your glasses (2.5 glasses per ticket) with your favorite wines.
CHAMPAGNE FRENCH FRY
Exactly what it sounds like, come and enjoy the classic pairing of Champagne and French Fries at this bougie bubbly bash! What else matters when you have a glass of champagne in one hand and a basket of fries in the other? 🍟
$75
- Friday at 4:00 PM Eastern
- Sunday at 4:00 PM Eastern
Please note: Must be 21+ to participate.
More InfoEach ticket comes with a healthy serving of fresh french fries and (2) servings of champagne.
Drag Brunch
High kick into gear for a great day in The Forest at our Drag Brunch on Main Street! 👠
$40
- Thursday at 11:00 AM Eastern
- Friday at 11:00 AM Eastern
- Saturday at 11:00 AM Eastern
- Sunday at 11:00 AM Eastern
You'll be treated to breakfast with a side of sass as you enjoy a fabulous Drag Show, hosted by the famous Paulas.
This ticket includes a generous breakfast offering and an interactive Drag Show experience.
Forest Feast
Join us for a four course meal celebrating ‘odd friendships’ and the ritual of sharing a home meal. Each course is inspired by the Forest, seasonal produce, and mystical creatures of your imagination. 🦑
$200 (Food Only) / $269 (Food & Beverage Pairings)
- Thursday at 5:00 PM Eastern
- Friday at 5:00 PM Eastern
- Saturday at 5:00 PM Eastern
- Sunday at 5:00 PM Eastern
Chef/Owner of Marrow Detroit, Chef Sarah Welch (James Beard Nominee and Top Chef contestant) is preparing a fanciful feast to feed all your senses.
Tickets include a four-course farm to table meal. Unfortunately, Forest Feast does not accommodate dietary restrictions.
Food Only or Food & Beverage Pairings available
Forest Food Tour
Treat your tastebuds to a culinary exploration of a lifetime on the Forest Food Tour! 🗺️
$100 (Food Only) / $139 (Food & Beverage Pairings)
- Thursday at 1:00 PM Eastern
- Friday at 1:00 PM Eastern
- Saturday at 1:00 PM Eastern
- Sunday at 1:00 PM Eastern
Your Forest Food Guide will lead you to exclusive bites, created by HQ’s favorite restaurant partners. You may even learn something new about The Forest as you dive into delectably crafted dishes.
This reservation includes tastings from four (4) restaurant partners.
Food Only or Food & Beverage Pairings available
Wig Out, Pig Out
Wear a wig, eat a pig! Authentic BBQ is coming to The Forest at Wig Out, Pig Out! 🐷
$37.50 (Food Only) / $60 (Food & Beverage Pairing)
- Tuesday at 9:00 PM Eastern
- Wednesday at 6:00 PM Eastern
- Thursday at 2:00 PM Eastern
- Friday at 2:00 PM Eastern
Bring your best wig and pig out on delicious BBQ on Main Street. There is enough food for the entire Forest Family!
This includes (1) plate of a variety of BBQ meat plus sides.
Food Only or Food & Beverage Pairing (21+) available
Good Life Brunch
Start the day off on a delicious, nutritious note – enjoy Good Life Brunch with Chef Sarah, tasty beverages included! 🍳
$190 Weekend / $55 Daily
- Thursday at 10:00 AM Eastern
- Friday at 10:00 AM Eastern
- Saturday at 10:00 AM Eastern
- Sunday at 10:00 AM Eastern
Please note: All Good Life Brunch Passes require a Good Life Wristband to attend.
More InfoGood Life Brunch takes place from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM Eastern in the Good Life Village, featuring a generous plateful of Chef Sarah’s daily menu.
There is a daily drink menu featuring non-alcoholic beverages, as well as Bloody Mary’s and mimosas (21+). Vegan and gluten- free options are also available.
Chef Sarah is the Executive Chef & Partner at the James Beard Nominated restaurant-butcher shop hybrid Marrow, located in the West Village of Detroit. She can also be seen on the nineteenth season of Top Chef.
Buena Vida
Explore the flavors of Agave spirits (tequila, mezcal and more!) during this interactive cocktail tasting experience. 🌵
Forest mixologists will curate unique creations featuring tequila, mezcal or sotal. Cocktails will be created and sipped on by all attendees, who will then choose the best flavor of them all.
$55
- Thursday at 3:00 PM Eastern
- Saturday at 3:00 PM Eastern
Please note: All Buena Vida Passes require a Good Life Wristband to attend. Must be 21+ to participate.
More InfoPasses include cocktails (5 half cocktails, 2.5 total) as well as complimentary chips, guacamole, and salsa.
The Gouda Life
Get the evening started the Gouda way – enjoy the Good Life without a Gruyere in the world! 🧀
$55
- Friday at 3:00 PM Eastern
- Sunday at 3:00 PM Eastern
Please note: All Gouda Life Passes require a Good Life Wristband to attend. Must be 21+ to participate.
More InfoThe Good Life brings you... The Gouda Life - wine and cheese tastings to get your evening started the gouda way. A plethora of cheese and charcuterie await you!
Each ticket comes with tastings from a scrumptious smorgasbord of cheese, charcuterie and four unique wines - white, red, rose, and bubbles. Once you find what you like, our cheesemonger will build you a custom charcuterie plate while our wine pros top off your glasses (2.5 glasses per ticket) with your favorite wines.
Try it all, then drink and eat what you love the most. Now, this is the Gouda Life!
SHERWOOD FOREST & DREAM EMPORIUM TOURS
EXPERIENCE SHERWOOD FOREST AND THE DREAM EMPORIUM IN A WHOLE NEW LIGHT WITH AN EXCLUSIVE GUIDED TOUR
EXPLORE THE FOREST AND EXPERIENCE THE DREAM EMPORIUM BEFORE THE FESTIVAL GATES OFFICIALLY OPEN, AND LEARN ALL ABOUT THE ARTISTS AND PERFORMERS FROM ELECTRIC FOREST HQ
Sherwood Forest Tours will be $200 per person.
- Wednesday at 7:00 PM Eastern
- Wednesday at 8:30 PM Eastern
Dream Emporium Tours will be $175 per person.
- Friday at 1:30 PM Eastern
- Saturday at 1:30 PM Eastern
- Sunday at 1:30 PM Eastern
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SHUTTLES TO THE FOREST
WHILE PLANNING THE JOURNEY TO THE FOREST, CONSIDER TAKING AN OFFICIAL ELECTRIC FOREST SHUTTLE!
NOT ONLY IS IT A SUSTAINABLE WAY TO TRAVEL TO ROTHBURY, IT’S ALSO A GREAT WAY TO MEET NEW FOREST FAMILY AND GET COMPLIMENTARY EARLY ARRIVAL.
ROUTES ARE AVAILABLE FROM GRAND RAPIDS, DETROIT, CHICAGO, AND NEW YORK CITY.
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LOCKERS
Reserve a locker to stash personal items each day in a safe, secure, and convenient location with unlimited access during festival hours.
Each locker will have access to one (1) mobile charging pack that can be used to charge devices throughout the duration of the locker rental. Once the battery pack is out of power, simply exchange it for a fresh one at the locker reservation table.
Locker rentals will be located in the Ranch Arena Lobby. 4-Day Weekend locker rentals allow you to leave belongings overnight. Single-day rentals must remove all belongings when the venue closes each night.
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Lockers
4-Day Weekend locker rentals ($70) and single day rentals ($25) are available in advance. Multi-day rentals will be available on site as inventory permits.
Those pre-purchasing a locker will receive an email no later than 24 hours prior to the event containing the locker location, a locker number, and a lock combination.
Individual charging packs (without lockers) will be available for $20 per day, or $60 for the weekend. Charging packs will only be available for purchase on-site and cannot be available for pre-sale.
PLEASE NOTE: In order to use the mobile charging pack, a $10 deposit will be required upon pick up of the charging pack at the locker reservation table located inside of the Locker Tent. Once you return the mobile charging pack you will receive a refund of the full $10 deposit.