Venue & Hours

Autódromo Hermanos Rodríguez
Río Churubusco Ave. Door 5 Ciudad Deportiva, Granjas México, Iztacalco, 08400 Mexico City, Mexico
For a map, check out the Location page.

Festival Schedule
Friday, February 23: 4pm–2am
Saturday, February 24: 2pm–2am
Sunday, February 25: 2pm–2am

Box Office & Will Call
OCESA Esplanade (inside Gate 6)
Open 10am–11pm daily

Weather

The festival will take place rain or shine. Please keep up-to-date on weather reports and plan your attire and preparations accordingly.

Zero Tolerance

We have a zero-tolerance policy for drug use and possession. Police officers will be working inside and outside of the event, and all narcotics laws will be strictly enforced. Be responsible, and make smart choices.

Security & Entry

By purchasing a ticket, you agree to submit to a thorough search, including emptying your pockets and bags, having all of your items examined, a full pat-down, and possibly removing your shoes. We reserve the right to refuse entry to anyone.

Ages & ID

You should be 16+ to enter without the company of an adult. You must be 18+ to buy or consume alcohol, or enter the VIP areas. Valid photo ID is required.

ACCEPTABLE FORMS OF ID

  • Mexico government IFE card
  • Mexican or foreign government-issued passport
  • Foreign government-issued driver’s license
  • All forms of ID must contain a photograph and date of birth

UNACCEPTABLE FORMS OF ID

  • NO Mexican driver’s license
  • NO school or consular ID
  • NO expired ID of any kind

Festival Policies

  • NO re-entry/ins & outs per day
  • NO refunds or exchanges
  • NO sitting on designated dancefloor areas
  • NO moshing, crowd-surfing or stage-diving
  • NO consuming alcoholic beverages in parking lots or outside the festival entrance
  • NO camping
  • NO unauthorized solicitations, handbills, sampling, giveaways, etc.
  • NO unauthorized/unlicensed vendors

Acceptable Items

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  • Small bags, single-compartment backpacks, plush backpacks, purses (maximum 12“x12“)
  • Official Insomniac water bottles—must be empty upon entry
  • Hydration packs with no more than two main compartments and one smaller compartment—must be empty upon entry
  • Cell phones and portable chargers/external batteries
  • Fanny packs
  • Sunglasses & hats
  • Physician-prescribed medication that is not expired (must show physician’s prescription and consult with a safety officer upon entry. Only bring the amount of medication needed for the duration of the festival. Prescription must match ID.)
  • Earplugs
  • Sealed lip balm & gloss
  • Powder makeup
  • Sealed tampons
  • Glowsticks & glowing/illuminated costumes or jewelry
  • Sealed packs of gum
  • Hula hoops (including LED hoops)
  • Inflatables (must be deflated upon entry)
  • Flags/banners or handmade signs (no corporate/company-branded and no hard flagpoles)
  • Festival totems or decorated pool noodles (see Totem Guidelines)
  • Non-professional flash/still cameras, handheld video devices under 6″ (Sony Action Cam, GoPro, etc.), and GoPro extendable poles or selfie sticks
  • Air couches or air chairs—must be deflated upon entry
  • Small hand sanitizer—60ml or less
  • Belts—simple styles, nothing prominent or dangerous, like spikes
  • Contact lens formula (not regular eye drops)—must be new and sealed
  • Masks (such as deadmau5 or Marshmello) made with soft materials and small batteries—face must be fully visible upon entry

Prohibited Items

  • Illegal substances
  • Drugs or drug paraphernalia
  • Massagers
  • Laser pointers and air horns
  • LED gloves or LED microlights used for light shows
  • Pacifiers
  • Gas masks
  • Eye drops (available inside festival at the general store)
  • Over-the-counter medication (available inside festival at general store or from a first aid station)
  • Liquid makeup
  • Deodorant (liquid, paste or aerosol)
  • Unsealed tampons (upon entry)
  • Lighters and packs of cigarettes
  • E-cigs/vapes
  • Glass, cans, cups or coolers
  • Outside food or beverages (including alcohol and candy)
  • Markers, pens or spray paint
  • Large chains or spiked jewelry
  • Weapons of any kind (includes pocket knives, pepper spray, fireworks, etc.)
  • Inflatable, battery-operated costumes
  • Stickers, flyers
  • Balls or Frisbees
  • Tents, large umbrellas, chairs or blankets
  • Bota bags
  • Large purses, bags or backpacks (over 12″×12″)
  • Stuffed animals or dolls
  • Professional photo, video, or audio recording equipment (no detachable lenses, tripods, big zooms or commercial-use rigs)
  • Pets

Any object that is deemed dangerous or does not follow the security guidelines will not be admitted. Every person coming into the event will be subject to a pat-down search prior to entering the grounds.

Totem Guidelines

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  • Maximum height is 3 meters.
  • Totems must be made from a lightweight material (e.g., foam, PVC—no solid material).
  • 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 2.5 centimeters in diameter.
  • Decorated pool noodles work great for easy entry 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.

Lost & Found

For all lost & found inquiries, please email contactoocesa@ocesa.mx with information in regards to your lost item.

Cashless Wristband

The payment method at EDC México is the bracelet on your wrist, Cashless Citibanamex.

How does it work?

  • Get your bracelet at any Cashless Citibanamex recharge zone inside the venue, which can only be used on the day of the festival.
  • Recharge your bracelet by depositing the amount you want, using your debit, credit or cash card.
  • Enjoy your food and drinks with every purchase. Make sure to check your balance after each transaction.
  • Refund the balance of your bracelet that you have not used by requesting it online.

Cashless Refund Info

To receive a refund for any unused cashless balance, please visit the below link and fill out your information.