🗺️ PLAN YOUR TRIP: DIRECTIONS & LODGING

🚗 Important Travel Tip: Download Your Map!

In keeping with our 1902 heritage, Bushkill Park is an "Unplugged" zone. Cell service can be spotty in the grove, and there is no public WiFi.

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Action Item: We highly recommend starting your GPS route before you leave your hotel or home, and downloading the offline map for your return trip, just in case.

Getting Here & Transportation

Driving & Parking:

• General Parking: Ample parking is available on-site at Bushkill Park. Please follow the instructions of our parking volunteers as you pull into the lot.

• Accessible Parking: Designated spaces are available near the front gate. Please ensure your accessible placard or license plate is clearly visible.

• Car Show Display: If you are participating in the Monsters & Musicians Car Show on Saturday, you will be directed to a specific entrance for the display field by our event staff.

• Rideshare: Uber and Lyft are available in the Easton area. Please use the designated drop-off and pick-up point near the main front gate.

• Flying In: Lehigh Valley International Airport (ABE) is located approximately 20 minutes away, serving the Allentown, Bethlehem, and Easton region. Rental cars and rideshares are available at the airport.

• Public Transit: The nearest major transit hubs include the Easton Bus Terminal and regional transit connections linking to the Lehigh Valley.

⏱️ Event Hours Snapshot (September 24–26, 2027)

• Friday Evening: Family-friendly Roller-Skating & Dance Social (8:00 PM – 10:00 PM).

• Saturday Main Event: 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM (Strictly 18+ for private FurFest tracks).

• Sunday Main Event: 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM (Strictly 18+ for private FurFest tracks).

🎒 What to Bring: Quick Checklist

To make the most of your historic 1902 festival experience, we recommend packing:

• Government-Issued Photo ID: Required for 18+ convention entry and 21+ beer tent.

• FurFest Badge: Your ticket to all private convention programming.

• Cash: Useful for general gate entry ($5 general public) and quick purchases where card readers aren't deployed.

• Closed-Toed Shoes: Highly recommended for navigating the park's historic terrain (paved paths, gravel, grass, and wooden decks).

• Earplugs or Noise-Canceling Headphones: Essential if you or someone in your group is easily overstimulated by live music and festival activity.

• Sunscreen & Weather Gear: The event is rain or shine.

Lodging: The Bethlehem Hotel Block

For FurFest attendees visiting from out of town, we have secured an exclusive group hotel block just a short drive away in Bethlehem, PA (off Rt. 191).

• Location: Bethlehem, PA (Approx. 15–20 minute drive to the park).

• Typical Rates: $120 to $170 per night (plus taxes/fees).

• Booking Details: Read through our complete cost-splitting examples and Room Captain guidelines in the Hotel Booking & Room Captain Handbook and access the reservation link directly through the Positive Peer Travel Portal.

• Note: All hotel bookings within the festival block are final and non-refundable.

📞 Day-of Assistance & Emergency Info

Need help on event day?

• Park Phone Line: (610) 258-6941

• On-Site Help Desk: Visit the Registration Desk at the White Tent near the main gate.

• Emergencies: Call 911 immediately. For minor medical needs, visit the First Aid station near Mom & Pop’s Café.

Safe travels! We will see you under the grove.