Information on parking, lineup, tickets, etc.

Electronic music lovers, get ready. Breakaway Music Festival is finally making its debut in Tampa this weekend.

The multi-stage festival will take place at Raymond James Stadium from 5pm to midnight on Friday and Saturday. Here's everything you need to know before you go.

What is Breakaway Music Festival? And why come to Tampa?

Breakaway Music Festival is an immersive live music experience that first opened in Columbus, Ohio in 2016. The goal was to bring world-class DJs and electronic dance music to underserved markets.

“It's not Chicago, New York, Los Angeles or Miami, it's somewhere in between,” co-founder Zach Ruben said.

There are currently 11 Breakaway Music Festivals across the country, with nine additional stops on the Breakaway College Tour. In 2023 he was attended by over 100,000 fans.

Ruben explained that Breakaway Music Festival has been eyeing Tampa for a while because the city has a young population, growing workforce, large universities, and corporate headquarters. Breakaway Music Festival fills the void left in the market when Sunset Music Festival announced it would not be held in 2024.

“Obviously it was a positive thing that it didn't happen again, but it was independent of our plans,” Ruben said.

Breakaway Music Festival Lineup

The festival has two stages and a silent disco. The lineup includes a variety of genres such as EDM, pop, house, bass, and four-on-the-floor.

Friday's headliners were Illenium and Cascade, joined by ACRAZE, Gudofela, Ian Asher, Matroda, Night Tales, Ravenscoon, ROSSY and Said the Sky.

Saturday's headliners will be Zedd and SOFI TUKKER, with performances from ALLEYCVT, Crankdat, Deerock, Dion Timmer, Calcium, it's murph, Moore Kismet, Sara Benyo, TroyBoi and ZUEZEU.

Heading to the breakaway stage from the Ritz Eber are three local DJs: Pushman, Maia, and Taylor Race. He will also have over 20 local artists performing silently at his disco.

Buy tickets to Breakaway Music Festival and Official After Party

Tickets range from $65 for a one-day pass to $1,049 for a two-day Ultra VIP ticket, which includes access to the observation deck next to the main stage, drink and merchandise vouchers, and access to the guest lounge . Some ticket packages include hotel stays, shuttle services, and on-site discounts. For more information and to purchase tickets, visit breakawayfestival.com/tampa.

The Ritz Ybor will host an official breakaway afterparty on Friday and Saturday from 11pm. Matloda, Taylor Lace and Pushman will perform on Friday, while Crank Dutt, Mya and Wilco Beatz will perform on Saturday. Purchase tickets ($25) and reserve a VIP table ($150) at www.theritzybor.com.

Both Breakaway Music Festival and the official after party are 18+.

This weekend's weather

Breakaway Music Festival is held outdoors, so pack sunscreen and be sure to visit the on-site water station. Highs are expected to be in the low 80s and lows in the low 60s. Rain is unlikely in Tampa on Friday or Saturday.

The festival will be held rain or shine. No refunds will be given if the festival is canceled due to inclement weather. Updates will be announced at the festival and on social media.

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How to get to Raymond James Stadium

Expect heavy traffic along Dale Mabry Highway, Himes Avenue, Columbus Drive and Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard before the show. The Tampa Sports Authority is partnering with parkwhiz.com and reservations range from $15 to $53. Please note that third party websites such as Seatgeek.com are not affiliated with the stadium.

Same-day parking is available in the Hillsboro Community College parking lot. Neighboring residents often rent out their parking lots and driveways to concert-goers. Arrive early to ensure plenty of space and bring cash.

If you prefer to take public transportation, HART bus routes 7, 15, 32, 36, and 45 run to the stadium. Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard and Himes Avenue bus stops are approximately 15 minutes' walk away. Check gohart.org for route information.

Rideshare pick-up and drop-off locations are located at 4105 Nhimes Ave., Lot B. As with any stadium show, expect potential delays and surge charges for Uber and Lyft.

Visit raymondjamesstadium.com/gethere.

In this handout photo, Knock2 performs at the Breakaway Music Festival in Ohio. The multi-day music festival will be held for the first time in Tampa on Friday, April 26, 2024 and Saturday, April 27, 2024. [ TYLER CHURCH | Courtesy of Breakaway Music Festival ]

What to bring and what to leave at home

Items allowed:

Clear bag, no more than 14″ x 6″ x 14″ Purse, up to two zippers One small clutch bag, no more than 4.5″ x 6.5″ (doesn't have to be clear) Banner or without poles Flag binoculars blanket and towel, unrolled or unfolded Cane, walker, wheelchair Empty spray bottle Poncho (if worn, carried over the arm, or in its original sealed clear packaging) A small handheld radio or TV with earphones Sunscreen lotion (not aerosols or spray cans) A credit card. Raymond James Stadium is cashless. Medical bags or diaper bags are only available if you complete a special needs request form at least 72 hours before the event. Forms can be found at raymondjamestadium.com/rjsada. Flags (without poles) Glowing/illuminated costumes or jewelry Hula hoops (including LED hoops)

Things to keep at home:

All bags larger than a clutch handbag and smaller than 4.5″ x 6.5″ are subject to a no-bag policy at all events at Raymond James Stadium. Other bags must be left in the vehicle or stored in storage lockers available for rent on Tom McEwen Boulevard (south of Gate C). Cameras with removable lenses or cameras with lenses larger than 12 inches (point-and-shoot cameras) Camera bag or binoculars case Tent Separate glow sticks Large electronic devices such as digital readers, iPads, laptops Aerosol or sunscreen spray BottlesFood and beveragesCans, bottles, glasses, and coolersHoverboardsHorns, lasers, and artificial noise generatorsIllegal drugs and weaponsRecreational balls and seat cushionsPets (service animals allowed)Selfie sticks, gimbals, and extendersStrollers Umbrella unmanned aircraft system and radio-controlled model airplane drone. (Also prohibited on stadium grounds, including parking lots.) Video cameras and GoPros

For more information, please visit www.breakawayfestival.com. Follow the festival at facebook.com/breakawayfestival, instagram.com/breakaway and tiktok.com/@breakawayfest. twitter.com/BreakawayFest.

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