Below you will find all of the important information pertaining to this year’s 19th Annual Gathering of the Juggalos (GOTJ), 2018. This section does not cover any of the entertainment that will be available at the Gathering. If you have any questions, please send an email to [email protected]
Legend Valley
Legend Valley is a 120 acre privately owned and fenced-in outdoor music venue, located at 7585 Kindle Road, Thornville, Ohio 43076. It is operated by a super dope family who have hosted multiple Gatherings and who have an understanding and respect for our Juggalo Family. There is enough camping space at this venue to allow all attendees to camp directly on the grounds for a truly 24-hour experience.
GOTJ Ticket
You may purchase GOTJ tickets at the front gate of Legend Valley starting on 18 Jul 2018 at 6 a.m. with cash or credit card. In order to purchase a GOTJ ticket online, you will need to click on the Ticket button found on this website. Online purchases can be made with either a credit card or through PayPal. Once purchased, you will receive a confirmation email, and then a physical GOTJ ticket will be mailed out to you starting on 1 June 2018 (please allow a few days for shipping). Tickets ordered after June 1st will be shipped as soon as they are placed. The GOTJ ticket will have a special bar code to be scanned once you arrive at the front gate of Legend Valley, at which point you will be given a GOTJ program, a special GOTJ metal amulet, and a GOTJ wristband at no additional charge, for entry.
The GOTJ wristband is not to be removed at any time and is your official pass into and out of Legend Valley (you may come and go as you please). It is good for the entire duration of the GOTJ, starting Wednesday July 18th (at 8 a.m.) until Sunday July 22nd (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 Ticket 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.
You may purchase GOTJ tickets from this website up until 8 July 2018. Tickets will not be available for purchase online after this date, but will be available for purchase at the front gate of Legend Valley during the event (no one will be turned away).
Car Pass
No vehicles are allowed inside Legend Valley unless you first purchase a Car Pass. These passes allow you to park your vehicle at your campsite, and once there it must remain until the Gathering ends. Car Passes apply to vehicles ranging in size from motorcycles to full-size vans that are not towing trailers. A Car Pass will have a special bar code to be scanned once you arrive at the front gate of Legend Valley. You will then be presented a sticker, which you will need to stick to the outside of your driver’s side windshield and should not to be removed at any time. It is good for the entire duration of the GOTJ starting Wednesday July 18th (at 8 a.m.) until Sunday July 22nd (at noon).
You may purchase Car Passes at the front gate of Legend Valley starting on 18 Jul 2018 at 6 a.m. with cash or credit card (unless they have sold out). In order to purchase a Car Pass online, you will need to click on the Ticket button found on this website. Online purchases can be made with either a credit card or through PayPal. Once purchased, you will receive a confirmation email, and then a Car Pass will be mailed out to you starting on 1 June 2018 (please allow a few days for shipping). Car Passes ordered after June 1st will be shipped as soon as they are placed.
You may purchase Car Passes from this website until 8 July 2018. Car Passes will not be available for purchase online after this date but will be available for purchase at the front gate of Legend Valley during the event.
RV / Trailer Pass
No RVs, campers, vehicles, or towing trailers are allowed inside Legend Valley unless you first purchase an RV / Trailer Pass. These passes allow you to park your vehicle at your campsite, and once there it must remain until the Gathering ends. RV / Trailer Passes apply to any vehicle bigger than a full-sized van (no 18 wheelers) or any vehicle towing a trailer. This pass covers whatever is being towed, plus the towing vehicle. An RV / Trailer Pass will have a special bar code to be scanned once you arrive at the front gate of Legend Valley. You will then be presented a sticker, which you will need to stick to the outside of your driver’s side windshield and should not to be removed at any time. It is good for the entire duration of the GOTJ, starting Wednesday July 18th (at 8 a.m.) until Sunday July 22nd (at Noon).
You may purchase RV / Trailer Passes at the front gate of Legend Valley starting on 18 Jul 2018 at 6 a.m. with cash or credit card (unless they have sold out). In order to purchase a RV /Trailer Pass online you will need to click on the Ticket button found on this website. Online purchases can be made with either a credit card or through PayPal. Once purchased, you will receive a confirmation email, and then an RV / Trailer Pass will be mailed out to you starting on 1 June 2018 (please allow a few days for shipping). RV / Trailer Passes ordered after June 1st will be shipped as soon as they are placed.
You may purchase RV / Trailer Passes from this website up until 8 July 2018. RV / Trailer Passes will not be available for purchase online after this date, but will be available for purchase at the front gate of Legend Valley during the event.
Big Balla Campsite (20 & 30 amp)
With the purchase of a Big Balla Campsite (20 & 30 amp) you are endowed with a super pimp 20’ x 50’ site (approx.) with some useful features. These sites are located in the heart of Legend Valley and are close to the Big Top Stage. They have individual electricity outlets, featuring one 20- & 30-amp outlet for RV hookups. There is no running water being supplied directly to these sites.
You may park one vehicle of RV size (no 18 wheelers) or smaller at your site, where it must stay until the Gathering ends. Any additional vehicles 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. A Big Balla Campsite Pass will have a special bar code to be scanned once you arrive at the front gate of Legend Valley. You will then be presented a sticker, which you will need to stick to the outside of your driver’s side windshield and should not to be removed at any time. It is good for the entire duration of the GOTJ.
You may only purchase Big Balla Campsites online by clicking on the Ticket button found on this website. Online purchases can be made with either a credit card or through PayPal. Once purchased, you will receive a confirmation email, and then a Big Balla Campsite pass will be mailed out to you starting on 1 June 2018 (please allow a few days for shipping). Big Balla Campsite Passes ordered after June 1st will be shipped as soon as they are placed.
You may purchase Big Balla Campsites from this website up until 8 July 2018. Big Balla Campsites will not be available after this time.
This Big Balla Campsite pass also allows you, and up to five other Juggalos, to enter the gathering grounds one day early, starting on 17 July 2018 at 6 p.m. Keep in mind that everyone getting in early must also have a GOTJ ticket to enter and will be required to remain in the Big Baller campsite area until the official start of the Gathering on July 18th at 8 a.m. You will also be allowed to bring in up to 2 additional vehicles (besides the one with the Big Balla Campsite pass), as long as they have the appropriate vehicle pass, fit within your Big Balla Campsite area, and everyone driving in are your designated people to get in early who also have a GOTJ ticket. All vehicles staying at your site must all enter at the same time.
Psychopathic All-Star Experience
This highly valued pass allows one Juggalo access to the Psychopathic All-Star Experience, which includes the following benefits that will take place on 18 July 2018 (Wednesday) from 6–7:30 p.m.:
- Meet and greet with all of the Psychopathic artists (ABK, Big Hoodoo, DJ Clay, Insane Clown Posse, Lyte, Ouija, Rude Boy, Kevin Gill, Natalie the Ring Girl, Jumpsteady as well as a bunch of other fresh ninjas) in the backstage area of the Big Top 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 19 VIP laminated pass, The Wraith: Hells Pit Amulet (full color), and a Gathering of the Juggalos 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 Big Top Stage!
You may only purchase the Psychopathic All-Star Experience online by clicking on the Ticket button found on this website. Online purchases can be made with either a credit card or through PayPal. Once purchased, you will receive a confirmation email and then a Psychopathic All-Star Experience ticket will be mailed out to you starting on 1 June 2018 (please allow a few days for shipping). Psychopathic All-Star Experience tickets ordered after June 1st will be shipped as soon as they are placed.
You may purchase Psychopathic All-Star Experience tickets from this website up until 8 July 2018. Psychopathic All-Star Experience tickets will not be available after this time.
Once you arrive on the Gathering Grounds with your ticket, you will be able to pick up all of the items listed above at the Ticket Office. You will need to do this before you head backstage so that the Ticket Office can process your ticket. You will then be instructed to gather on the right side of the Big Top stage at 5:45 p.m. on 18 July 2018, 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 15-acre field located near the front entrance to Legend Valley 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 Legend Valley with your GOTJ ticket, 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 Legend Valley, which will be available in the GOTJ program, and on this website. 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 (such as the parking lot). There are some key rules that everyone must follow when camping:
- 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 that must remain open.
- Make sure to safely contain, maintain, and extinguish all campfires.
- All vehicles at a campsite must have the appropriate vehicle sticker pass placed on the driver's side front windshield at all times.
- Please be respectful of your adjacent 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 (22 July 2018) is the official tear-down day when everyone will be expected to be cleared out of Legend Valley and the parking lot by Noon.
Good Advice
The following are some good tips on how to stay prepared as you venture forth into the GOTJ experience:
- Bring plenty of food to last you the entire time.
- Drink plenty of water to stay hydrated.
- Wear hats and light-colored clothing while staying in the shade to stay cool.
- Bring warm clothing for nighttime (it can get chilly depending on the weather).
- Sunscreen is always a good idea, even on an overcast day.
- When camping, make sure to bring the right supplies (tent, sleeping bag, rain gear, flashlight, bug spray, toiletries, towels, folding chair, etc.).
- Bring a cell phone or some way to communicate.
- Avoid any kind of substance abuse…know your limits.
Rules
The following is a list of key rules to help keep everyone safe and ensure a good time for all. We ask that everyone respect the property of Legend Valley. The family that has allowed us into their home are good people, who have not only opened their arms to us, but have also proven to have a complete understanding and respect for our family. We ask that you treat everything on the grounds with respect to show proper respect to them. We also ask ninjas to refrain from showing up early to the Gathering. This has caused problems in the past, and we ask that everyone honor this request as well as the following other rules:
- No selling of illegal substances or the breaking of any other laws.
- No underage or excessive drinking, or substance abuse.
- No golf carts or four wheelers.
- Children must be supervised by adults.
- No vandalism or destruction of property.
- No cutting of trees, damaging plant life, or hurting wild animals.
- The speed limit while on the grounds is 5 mph.
- No animals.
- No weapons, glass, or dangerous objects.
- No fireworks
- No spray-paint.
- No outside firewood (Legend Valley will be selling firewood if needed).
- No littering, especially at the campsites.
- No selling of food or manufactured merchandise (especially bootlegged merch).
Info Tent
This helpful tent is staffed 24 hours a day by Psychopathic Representatives in order to assist anyone with any questions, concerns, or problems they might have. The people working here are connected via radio to all of the event coordinators, and have the power to either help you directly or get in contact with those who can. The Info Tent also provides the following other services:
- Information (including event times) and problem-solving capabilities
- Maps of the Gathering grounds and spare programs (while they last)
- Lost and Found—Please drop off any found items here
- Display of the main prizes you can win at the various contests
- Display of the auction items
- A promotional area to leave flyers and CDs
- Volunteer opportunities
Merchandise Bazaar
This area will feature a kaleidoscope of dope, rare, offensive, and Gathering exclusive merchandise from Psychopathic Records and its entire roster of artists. This will also be the spot to find merchandise from all other artists performing on the Big Top and Carousal Stages, as well as a variety of other vendors. You may also buy additional programs here.
ATMs
There are several ATMs located on the grounds for quick leafy green access. Users are responsible for all transactions, as there will be no refunds.
Convenience Store
This 24-hour store will strive to meet all of your basic needs, by supplying an abundance of useful items. You will find everything from condoms, to disposable cameras, to over-the-counter-medications, and much more.
Food Courts
Several food courts will be located throughout the Gathering grounds, serving delicious food and tasty beverages. So make sure to stop by to taste some of the delectable treats, such as Foamy Cream Pies, Nipple Nugget Ninjas, Candy Apples, Fried Fallopian Frankfurters, Pizza Slices, and of course there will be plenty of Faygo on tap to wash all of the tastiness down.
Bottle Fill Stations
There are several fill stations spaced throughout the Gathering grounds, where you may get fresh drinking water to fill your containers.
Shower Trailers
These 24-hour shower trailers will be located by the main stage. One will be designated for females, and the other for males.
Medical Tent
The Medical Tent will be staffed by trained paramedics 24 hours a day to handle any of your medical needs. There will also be an ambulance on hand to transport anyone with a serious medical emergency quickly and efficiently to a nearby hospital.
Security
Anyone who needs to get a hold of security for any reason can either go to the Ticket Booth (located by the front entrance) or the Information Tent. Security personnel will be located all throughout the Gathering grounds as well, and will be there to help you if needed. Their purpose is not to restrict people’s fun, but rather ensure everyone is acting in a safe and non-destructive manner while at the Gathering.
