Frequently Asked Questions
What you need to know to get Weirder, Wilder, and West-er in Bisbee, Arizona
Step 1: Read our Code of Conduct.
(no really, read it)
EXHIBITOR AND/OR SPONSOR AND/OR VENDOR?
Checkout the Exhibitor & Sponsor FAQ here.
COVID-19
The event is held on both public and private land throughout the town of Bisbee, Arizona and is surrounded by thousands of acres of public land. Practice the level of social distancing you feel comfortable with. Wash your hands. Get vaccinated / boosted. Please respect all local regulations.
REGISTRATION
The very first thing you should do upon arrival is head down to Center Camp at the Convention Center Lot, check in, get your wristband and your guest bag.
ARE THERE A LIMITED NUMBER OF TICKETS?
Yes. And they are per person, not per vehicle. 21+ unless accompanied by an adult. Kids under 18 get in free. All vehicle passes come with one General Admission ticket. If you have more than one person in your vehicle you must purchase an additional General Admission ticket.
Early Bird Pricing ends 4/19. All Ticket Sales are Final. No Refunds.
IS WEIRD WILD WEST OPEN TO ALL VEHICLES?
Yes, including RVs, trucks, moto, and tent campers. Weird wild West does not discriminate. You do not need 4WD.
WHAT IF I DON’T HAVE A VAN, TRUCK CAMPER, ETC.?
That’s ok! There are many tent camping options surrounding Bisbee, along with a plethora of awesome hotels, motels, and AirBNBs many of whom have discounts for attendees.
WHAT IF I HAVE A VEHICLE LONGER THAN 25’ LIKE A SKOOLIE, RV, OR 5TH-WHEEL?
This is tricky. There’s plenty of street parkig in neighborhoods like Warren and Lowell (but please be respectful). Another option is the Queen Mine RV Park, but our recommended option is The Thirsty Lizard and The Desert Oasis, both of whom are outside of town but are absolutely incredible options in their own right.
CAN I GET A REFUND?
All Ticket Sales Are Final. No Refunds..
WHAT SHOULD I BRING?
Bring food, shelter, and water for 4 days and 3 nights. Sunscreen for the warm days (average high of 75F). Warm clothes for the cool nights (average nighttime tents in the low 40’s). Other than bathrooms, you should be completely self-sufficient.
WHAT SHOULDN’T I BRING?
Weapons, anything illegal, and/or a bad attitude. We reserve the right to ask anyone to leave at anytime for any reason.
Much of the event is held throughout the town and businesses of Bisbee, and they too reserve the right to ask anyone to leave at anytime for any reason.
We work closely with the local sheriff department. If you’re a problem, they will make you their problem, and that’s not something you want.
WHAT SHOULD I DO?
We encourage radical participation on the part of attendees: share your art, host a workshop, offer a happy hour, and get weird/creative/expressive. If you have some interactivity you would like listed on the schedule, let us know.
CAN I COME AND GO? ARRIVE LATE, LEAVE EARLY?
Early arrival is Thursday, April 18th at 3 pm, and you are free to come and go, including leaving early, whenever you would like. Please do not attempt to arrive early.
CAN I BRING MY PET?
Absolutely, but they must remain leashed at all times, and your pet’s behavior including cleaning up any messes is 100% your responsibility. Do not put their poop in the portos.
If your dog does not get along well with other dogs, for any reason, it is your responsibility to keep them secure (on leash) and away from other animals, not the other way around.
BIKES / E-BIKES / TRAIL BIKES?
Yes, bikes, e-bikes, and little motos like Trail 50’s are a great way to get around and explore. Keep it below 10 MPH around the camping areas when off the main roads. You can access the extensive mountain bike trail network in the hills around Bisbee.
TOILETS, SHOWERS, AND GARBAGE?
There are portos positioned at The Jonquil, the Catholic Church, the Convention Center, and Up the Gulch. The toilets will be cleaned at regular intervals.
There are garbage dumpsters to be found at the Convention Center and The Jonquil, along with multiple locations all throughout Bisbee. Don’t be rude and fill up a local business’s dumpster.
WHAT ABOUT FIRES?
Absolutely no fires outside of above ground / propane fire pits and cooking stoves, and designated fire pits.
MUSIC / SOUND / NOISE / GENERATORS
Attendees wanting a quiet(er) area away from the music should camp at the Higgins Hill Lots. Live music at Center Camp and The Jonquil will go no later than 10pm, then the party moves indoors to the various local venues.
Generator Hours are Noon to 2pm, Daily.
LEAVE NO TRACE?
This is beyond a leave no trace event, but a “leave it better than you found it” event. Pack out everything that you pack in, and if you see garbage or anything else lying around, pick it up. There will be dumpsters at the entrance to the event for you to dispose of your garbage.
WIFI & CELL SERVICE?
Cell Service is, in general, pretty great in Bisbee. We do have WIFI in Center camp.
FOOD + BOOZE
Numerous sponsors will be offering food, coffee, and happy hours throughout the event, so be sure to check the schedule.
The Town of Bisbee is filled with awesome food options.
Outside Alcohol for sale is not allowed. There will be a cash bar at various locations.
HOW CAN I GET INVOLVED?
If you would like to volunteer, share your art, and/or be part of Weird Wild West and/or Burnerella in some way, please visit this page to learn more about being involved.
Volunteering may include greeting and registering people, stuffing swag bags, putting up signage, etc. You can also email salina@thejournaloflosttime.com for information specifically about volunteering.
Some of our favorite things to do in Bisbee
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Queen Mine Tour
Outfitted in a hard hat, miner’s headlamp and a yellow slicker, thousands of Bisbee visitors descend into the Queen Mine Tour each year—heading underground and back in time. Tour guides, retired Phelps Dodge employees, lead the group 1,500 feet into the mine and recount mining days, techniques, dangers and drama.
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Explore Historic Lowell
When you first turn onto Erie street it feels like you’ve entered a movie set out of the 1930’s. An old mining neighborhood that was eventually incorporated into Bisbee, all that remains of Lowell is a series of vintage buildings and cars that are maintained as part of the Lowell Americana Project, and well worth a visit.
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Get Swole at Arizona Street Fitness
It certainly lays claim to the most colorful gym in Arizona, if not the entire country. Arizona Street Fitness is a great place to go workout while you’re in the area, and they take day drop-ins for only $5.
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Explore Art Alley
Nestled between two buildings on Brewery Avenue, the Bisbee Art Alley is a wonderful testament to the deep culture of creative expression that has been present in Bisbee for decades.
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Have a Drink at St. Elmo
The longest continually open bar in Arizona, since 1902 St. Elmo has been the wild and raucous sanctuary of the weird and the wild, serving as the focal point of both Brewery Gulch and the town of Bisbee itself. No visit to Bisbee is complete without a stop here. Don’t forget to go bowling for dildos.
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Explore Coronado National Monument
While not located in Bisbee proper, Coronado National Monument commemorates the exploration of the Southwest by Europeans, and specifically conquistador Francisco Vásquez de Coronado in 1540. Located on the southern edge of the Huachaca mountains, the park is beautiful, and the view from Montezuma pass is a great place to take in a sunset.
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Have a Cocktail at the Bisbee Grand
The Bisbee Grand’s name is well-deserved, in no small part due to the quality of their cocktails and extension tequila and beer selection. The kitchen is also great, as is the digital jukebox. If you’re lucky they’ll still have a room available for those nights when you go a little too hard.
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Catch a Haunted Magic Show
Learn about the weird wild history of Bisbee, Arizona, “The Most Haunted Town in the America”, from magician and historian Kenny Bang Bang and his magic shows at the Bisbee Seance Room.
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Have a drink at Arizona's Smallest Bar
1 bar, 4 stools: The Room 4 Bar at the Silver King Hotel is the smallest bar in Arizona, and a fantastic one at that and well worth the walk up to the second floor lobby of the hotel. On weekends there’s even live music.
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Have a Feast at Screaming Banshee
Located in a renovated gas station and garage, Screaming Banshee Pizza has a wood-fired oven and serves up fantastic pastas, pizzas, and some of the finest calzones in the Southwest including gluten free and vegetarian options.
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Eat All The Things at the High Desert Market
The High Desert Market is an absolute gem, with arguably the best sandwhiches in all of Arizona. Stock up on provisions for the weekend and your next road trip, or have breakfast, lunch, or dinner. You can’t go wrong.
