FAQs
Can I Purchase Tickets Onsite?
Tickets for OCUF 2025 will go on sale in October 2024.
What are the Pass Types and what do they include?
TBA
Where do I pick up my badge / packet?
TBA
Do You Offer Refunds?
NO REFUNDS. However, we will allow ticket transfers up until 14 days prior to the event.
Where will the OC Uke Fest be held?
Please visit our LOCATION tab for directions, venue address, nearby airport, and nearby hotels.
Do I Need to Know How to Play Ukulele to Enjoy the Festival?
You will get the most out of the festival if you are at least an advanced-beginner, and can play all the open chord shapes. You should know how to play: C, D, Dm, Em, F, G, G7, Am, and E7. Take a look at our TOOLBOX page with some instructional videos to get you started.
Is there saved seating at the festival?
No. Other than the VIP area, there is no saved seating. Please be courteous and leave room for others. If you leave your seat in ballroom to attend a workshop, please take your belongings with you.
Where Can I Find Food During the Festival?
TBA
Can I Pick Up My Partner's / Friend's Pass at Registration?
Each registrant is to pick up their own pass. Please bring a form of I.D.
Can I purchase a raffle ticket?
Each attendee will receive one (1) FREE raffle ticket for a chance to win cool prizes during the daytime drawing at 4:15 p.m.. You must be present to win. Additionally, we will have a silent auction (ending also at 4:15 p.m.) to help with the costs of running a festival.
Can I Bring a Guest to the VIP Event?
Sorry, no, only VIP ticket-holders will be allowed entry.
Will I Get My Uke Fest Pass in the Mail?
We will NOT be mailing out festival passes. These will be available for pick-up at “early badge pick-up” and also “day of”. Early badge pick up day / time TBA.
Do I Need to Sign Up for My Chosen Workshops?
Registration for your workshop choices is helpful to us, but not required.
Where Can I Pick Up My Handouts and Materials?
We will be projecting all the class materials on large screens in the workshop areas. We will also provide a link to download. You may put them on a tablet or print them out at home.
Do I Need to bring my own Music Stand or Chair?
No, all the of the class materials will be projected in the classrooms, and all seating is provided by the Delhi Center.
What Should I Bring to the Festival?
Items you may want to bring with you: ukulele, tuner, and cash or credit card if you'd like to support our vendors. If you opt out of the lunch box, please bring your own lunch, however, we cannot provide refrigeration.
Is Re-Entry Allowed at the Festival?
Your button / pass will allow you to come and go at the festival, although it is recommended to enjoy the on-site lunch and music.
Parking and Accessibility:
There should be ample parking (including 9 handicapped spots), however carpooling is recommended. Overflow parking is available at the church and school (located on either side of the Delhi Center), as well as free street parking.
Are Coolers Allowed?
Bags and personal coolers (smaller than 12x12) are allowed. All bags are subject to a security search.
Are Animals Allowed Inside the Festival?
Sorry, no animals.
Is the Festival All Ages?
The festival is open to ages 10 and up, however minors (under 18) must be accompanied by a guardian/adult.
Can I make a donation?
Thank you for your interest in helping us out! We would kindly appreciate donations (of any size). Please go HERE to donate.
Can I donate an 'ukulele?
We will be donating them to the OC Children's Therapeutic Arts Center in Santa Ana.
Did we miss something? Please email: info@ocukefest.com