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20 years of the gathering of the juggalos... On this momentous occasion, we Gather together not just to celebrate the 20th Annual Gathering of the Juggalos, but to uphold the legacy of our Juggalo Family. For two decades strong, we have converged at the height of the summer season for something so much more than the concerts, the lights, the sounds, the revelry, and the circus. There is no mistaking that the Gathering is the Greatest Show on Earth and has rightfully earned the title as the longest running independent rap festival on this or any other known planet. And while all these accolades are well-deserved and a point of pride, in our hearts we know...There is so much more to this. A greater reason and purpose. A magic that calls us together. That knowing. The spirit of the tribe. The call of the Dark Carnival. The magic mists that float by as we gaze through the trees into starry skies. We are together. And THAT is what we celebrate here, after 20 long, fresh, hilarious, incredible, tremendously karma-filled years. We call this the Soopa Gathering because we are here to celebrate the superpowers of the Juggalo Family. All of us here together and united are capable of heroics and strength beyond measure. We are Soopa. We are mighty. For we have found each other by the magic of the Carnival—standing 20 years strong on the Dirtball as we see into the eternity of Shangri-La. Finding Forever together, may the Dark Carnival empower and ignite the Hero in you ALL... We welcome you home... to the 20th Annual Soopa Gathering of the Juggalos! 1 GENERAL INFO Welcome Juggalos to the 20th Annual Soopa Gathering of the Juggalos! Peep out all the info below so you know what’s crackin! SHIMMER FOREST This year’s GOTJ is being held on a 400-acre fenced-in outdoor music venue known as Shimmer Forest, with an address of 99 Moore Lane, Springville IN, 47462. It is owned and operated by a super cool group of ninjas who are excited to bring our event to their home, and for that alone they deserve our respect. There is enough space at Shimmer Forest to allow everyone to camp directly on the grounds (most of which is beneath the shade of trees) for a truly 24-hour experience. GOTJ TICKET/WRISTBAND The GOTJ wristband that you purchased or received when you presented your GOTJ ticket at the Ticket Office is not to be removed at any time and is your official pass into and out of Shimmer Forest (you may come and go as you please). It is good for the entire duration of the GOTJ, starting Wednesday July 31st (at 8 a.m.) until Sunday August 4th (at Noon). Anyone found inside the venue without a GOTJ wristband will be immediately escorted off the property. If you should lose your GOTJ wristband, you should report immediately to the Box Office. This wristband grants you access to all concerts, wrestling events, comedian shows, parties, sideshows, competitions, carnival rides, seminars, autograph signings, and much more, at no additional expense to you. VEHICLE Passes No vehicles are allowed inside Shimmer Forest (except for in the parking lot) unless they have the appropriate sticker pass stuck to the driver side windshield (Car, RV/Trailer, or Big Balla Campsite). These may be obtained by presenting the appropriate ticket (Car, RV/Trailer, or Big Balla Campsite) you purchased online once you arrive or by purchasing one directly at the Ticket Office. These sticker passes allow you to park your vehicle at your campsite, and once there, it must remain until the Gathering ends. This will be strongly enforced to ensure the safety of all our ninjas. Car Passes apply to vehicles ranging in size from motorcycles to full-sized vans that are not towing trailers. RV/ Trailer Passes apply to any vehicle bigger than a full-sized van (no 18 wheelers) or any vehicle towing a trailer. Big Balla Campsite Passes apply to any vehicle RV size or smaller, along with whatever they are towing. All vehicle passes are good for the entire duration of the GOTJ starting Wednesday July 31st (at 8am) until Sunday August 4th (at noon). BIG BALLA CAMPSITE (30 / 50 AMP) Each of these sites are roughly 25’ × 50’. Any additional vehicles (besides the one with your Big Balla Campsite Pass) parked on your site will require their own Car or RV/Trailer Pass and must fit in your designated area. Keep in mind that you may also put multiple tents on your site as long as they also fit in your designated area. Big Balla Campsites are not numbered and will be on a first come/first serve basis. This pass also allows you and up to 3 other people to enter the Gathering grounds one day early starting on Tuesday July 30th at 6pm. Keep in mind that everyone getting in early must also have a GOTJ ticket to enter, and you will be required to remain in the Big Balla campsite area until the official start of the Gathering on Wednesday July 31St at 8am These sites are good for the entire duration of the GOTJ starting Tuesday July 30th (at 6pm) until Sunday August 4th (at noon). PAVILION RENTAL Located throughout Shimmer Forest are 20’ x 40’ roofed Pavilions. Most of them are being used for official event purposes, but a few of them have been reserved online prior to the GOTJ. If you rented a Pavilion online, the certificate that you received in the mail is your proof that you have rented that Pavilion. When you arrive, your Pavilion will be wrapped in caution tape with a notice that it was rented. Simple remove the tape and you can set up. Pavilion rentals are good for the entire duration of the GOTJ starting Wednesday July 31st (at 8 a.m.) until Sunday August 4th (at Noon). Pavilions are bare, do not include power, and may not be used for vending. PSYCHOPATHIC ALL-STAR EXPERIENCE This highly valued pass allows access to the Psychopathic All-Star Experience, which includes the following benefits that will take place on 1 August 2019 (Thursday) from 6:00 to 7:30 pm: • Meet and greet with all the Psychopathic artists (ABK, Big Hoodoo, DJ Clay, Insane Clown Posse, Lyte, Ouija, Rude Boy, Natalie the Ring Girl, Jumpsteady, as well as a bunch of other fresh ninjas) in the backstage area of the Soopa Stage for autograph and photo opportunities all in one setting. • All-you-can-eat buffet • Gift bag containing the following limited-edition collectors’ items: GOTJ 20 VIP laminated pass, Flip the Rat Amulet (full color), and a Psychopathic flag. • The opportunity to stand on the side of the stage to watch the first artist of the Gathering perform. • The privilege of returning on Saturday night of the Gathering to be able to participate in the Faygo Armageddon during the climax of ICP’s set on the Soopa Stage! Once you arrive on the Gathering grounds with your ticket, you will be able to pick up the items listed above at the Box Office. You will need to do this before you head backstage, so that the staff can process your ticket. You will then be instructed to gather on the right side of the Soopa Stage at 5:45 pm on 1 August 2019, where you will then be escorted backstage. Keep in mind that you will still need to purchase a GOTJ ticket in order to get into the grounds. PARKING There is a 20-acre field located near the front entrance to Shimmer Forest where you may park your vehicle for free. Keep in mind there is no camping allowed in the parking area! Due to fire codes, any campsites set up in the parking lot will be moved (go to the Info Tent for help locating your stuff if this happens to you). CAMPING Once you enter Shimmer Forest with your GOTJ wristband you are free to camp in any of the designated camping areas on a first come first serve basis. These locations will be clearly marked on the GOTJ map of Shimmer Forest, which is located on the back of this GOTJ program. Keep in mind that the Gathering staff reserve the right to move any tent, vehicle, or campfire, to handle disputes. Or, if they are located on a road, or an unofficial camping area. There are some key rules that everyone must follow when camping: • There is no camping in the Parking Lot or in the field directly in front of the Soopa and Shazam stages. • All tents and vehicles must be 15 feet from any other tent, vehicle, or campfire in all directions. • Do not camp in-between any row of metal poles, as these mark fire lanes. • Make sure to safely contain, maintain, and extinguish all campfires. • All vehicles at a campsite must have an appropriate vehicle sticker pass. • Please be respectful of your neighbors, especially when it comes to excessive noise at night. TEAR DOWN After the four full days of flavor, it will be time to head out. Sunday (4 Aug 2019) is the official tear-down day when everyone will be expected to be cleared out of Shimmer Forest and the parking lot by noon. GOOD ADVICE The following are some good tips that will help you enjoy your GOTJ experience. • Bring plenty of food to last you the entire time. • Drink plenty of water to stay hydrated.