Nocturnal Wonderland 2026 Set Times and Essential Info

Nocturnal Wonderland is nearly here. Stay in the know ahead of the festival with the set times, official maps, and other essential information!

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Nocturnal Wonderland isn’t just Insomniac‘s longest-running festival; it’s become one of the most beloved by those who attend it. Each year, thousands descend upon Glen Helen Regional Park to experience all that this immersive weekend has to offer, from top-tier sets from renowned artists and parties in the campgrounds that go deep into the night to art installations and fun activities to participate in.

This year, Nocturnal Wonderland returns for another magical weekend on November 19-20, and it’s shaping up to be quite the ride for attendees. The lineup boasts artists like deadmau5, Deorro, Illenium, Svdden Death, TroyBoi, Hedex, Green Velvet, Dombresky, Walker & Royce, and more. You also won’t want to miss out on the takeovers hosted by Insomniac Fridays and Camp OG at the Rave Cave and Beatbox Boombox Art Car, as they’ll be the place to be for those looking to turn back the clock to the OG rave days.

The upcoming edition is coming up quickly, so there’s no better time than now to get started on your planning. To help you out, we’ve compiled all the essential information you need to know to have a wonderful weekend under the Southern Californian sky, including the set times, maps, what you can and can’t bring with you, and more. Read on for all the details!

Quick Navigation: Set Times | Festival and Camping Maps | Camping Pre-Party and Silent Disco | Transportation | Bag Policy | Permitted & Prohibited Items

Nocturnal Wonderland 2026 – Essential Info:

Dates: November 19-20, 2026
Hours: 3pm – 12am, Daily
Venue Address: Glen Helen Regional Park, 2555 Glen Helen Pkwy, San Bernardino, CA 92407
Tickets: Purchase HERE

Download the Insomniac App for your iOS or Android device for the latest set times and updates for Nocturnal Wonderland this year!

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Nocturnal Wonderland 2026 – Set Times:

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Nocturnal Wonderland 2026 – Camping Pre-Party and Silent Disco:

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Nocturnal Wonderland 2026 – Festival and Camping Maps:

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Nocturnal Wonderland 2026 – Parking and Shuttle Information:

Those planning to drive to Nocturnal Wonderland have two options: General or Premier Parking. General Parking is free and opens at 12pm each day. Multiple official lots will be available. Premier Parking is in the Pink Lot, with two-day and single-day passes available for purchase via Front Gate. These lots open at 3pm each day.

Don’t want to drive? Have no fear, because Insomniac will have shuttles operating during the weekend. Two-day and single-day round-trip shuttles from Ontario, Downtown Los Angeles, Orange County, and Riverside are available via Front Gate. These shuttles depart for Nocturnal at 1pm or 2pm, depending on location, and return at 12:30am each night.

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Nocturnal Wonderland 2026 – Camping Activities and Amenities:

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Nocturnal Wonderland 2026 – Camping Packing List:

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Reminder To Mind Your Belongings:

Unfortunately, festival attendees have reported pickpockets, bag slashings, and theft of wallets, smartphones, purses, and other valuables. While this small number of bad apples in the bunch doesn’t define an entire crowd, some opportunistic people come to these events to take advantage of unsuspecting partygoers. It’s essential to be mindful of your valuables while at Nocturnal Wonderland.

Looking for tips to keep your belongings safe? Check out our post highlighting some ideas!

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Nocturnal Wonderland 2026 – Bag Policy:

YES CLEAR bags and do not exceed 12”x6”x12” YES NON-CLEAR (and clear) small clutch bags not exceeding 6″ x 9″ (15cm x 23cm) with or without handle or carrying straps are permitted

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Nocturnal Wonderland 2026 – Dos & Don’ts:

Please check the official Camping Guidelines to see what you can bring with you into the campgrounds; the list below is for the festival grounds only.

Permitted Items

YES Deodorant YES E-cigs/vapes YES Festival totems or decorated pool noodles (see Totem Guidelines) YES Flags/banners or handmade signs (no corporate/company-branded and no hard flagpoles) YES Glowsticks & glowing/illuminated costumes or jewelry, LED poi and orbitals, Hula hoops — including LED hoops YES NON-CLEAR (and clear) hydration packs with no more than two main compartments and one smaller compartment (must be empty upon entry) YES Non-professional flash/still cameras, handheld video devices under 6” (Sony Action Cam, GoPro, etc.), and GoPro extendable poles YES Personal misting fan with a bottle no larger than 1.5L (must be empty upon entry) YES Physician-prescribed medication that is not expired (must show physician’s prescription and consult with a safety officer upon entry) YES Reusable water bottles (must be empty upon entry) YES Sealed Intranasal Naloxone YES CLEAR bags and do not exceed 12”x6”x12” YES NON-CLEAR (and clear) small clutch bags not exceeding 6″ x 9″ (15cm x 23cm) with or without handle or carrying straps are permitted

Prohibited Items

NO Aerosol products/cans
NO Balls or Frisbees
NO Costumes that resemble public safety or event staff uniforms (police, SWAT, fire, security, or medical), including high visibility vests
NO Drones, remote-controlled aircraft, toys
NO Drugs or drug paraphernalia
NO Gas masks
NO Glass, cans, cups or coolers
NO Illegal substances
NO Laser pointers and air horns
NO Markers, pens or spray paint
NO Massagers
NO Outside food or beverages (including alcohol and candy)
NO Over-the-counter medication
NO Pets
NO Professional photo, video, or audio recording equipment (no detachable lenses, tripods, big zooms or commercial-use rigs)
NO Red-colored light-up wands, batons, or lightsabers
NO Stickers, flyers
NO Tents, large umbrellas, chairs, or blankets
NO Toy guns, water guns, slingshots
NO Weapons of any kind (includes pocket knives, pepper spray, fireworks, etc.)
NO Wind chairs/sofas

Totem Guidelines

Maximum height is 10 feet. Totems must be made from a lightweight material (e.g., foam, PVC / no solid metal). Collapsible/telescoping camera extenders that follow the above guidelines are OK (lightweight/hollow aluminum/polycarbonate). PVC, light wood or aluminum poles must be no thicker than 1 inch in diameter. Decorated pool noodles work great for easy entrance through security. Inflatables attached to totems must be deflated upon entry. Any item deemed dangerous will not be allowed. Totems promoting illegal activity or hate speech will not be permitted. Please keep it PLUR.

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