Sections
General
Is marijuana legal in Aruba?
No, cannabis is not legal in any way, shape, or form. Aruba does not condone the plant’s recreational use, nor does it have a medical program for patients. This means buying, selling, and consuming cannabis in Aruba is a no-no. Those caught violating the law are subject to severe punishment including heavy fines and possible imprisonment. Checkout the following link for information on luggage restrictions:
Are there restrictions on what I can bring in my luggage?
Please check out this link from the “Departamento di Aduana” for a listing of travel restrictions:
Can I bring a firearm/weapon with me to Aruba?
Import, export and transit of firearms and ammunition is prohibited unless you have obtained a permit for import, export or transit. This also includes other weapons like tazors, pepper spray, etc. Please checkout the following link for information on restrictions in your luggage:
Info, medical and first aid?
We make every effort to provide a safe environment at Soul Beach. To ensure this, we have security and medical staff working throughout the festival. If you’re experiencing any problems whatsoever, locate a festival staff member, security guard or police officer. If it is a medical emergency please dial 911.
What if I need medical assistance while in Aruba?
For medical assistance ALL hotels have a doctor on call 24 hours a day (check with the front desk). The Dr. Horacio Oduber Hospital located across from Punta Brabu Beach has a 24 hour emergency room. It is just a few minutes from the hotel sector. Tel. 011-297-874300. Drug stores cannot fill a prescription from a doctor not residing on the island but will advise how to obtain one if necessary. One drug store in each district is open for 24 hours on a rotating basis for emergencies.
Sections
Aruba
Is marijuana legal in Aruba?
No, cannabis is not legal in any way, shape, or form. Aruba does not condone the plant’s recreational use, nor does it have a medical program for patients. This means buying, selling, and consuming cannabis in Aruba is a no-no. Those caught violating the law are subject to severe punishment including heavy fines and possible imprisonment. Checkout the following link for information on luggage restrictions:
Are there restrictions on what I can bring in my luggage?
Please check out this link from the “Departamento di Aduana” for a listing of travel restrictions:
Can I bring a firearm/weapon with me to Aruba?
Import, export and transit of firearms and ammunition is prohibited unless you have obtained a permit for import, export or transit. This also includes other weapons like tazors, pepper spray, etc. Please checkout the following link for information on restrictions in your luggage:
Info, medical and first aid?
We make every effort to provide a safe environment at Soul Beach. To ensure this, we have security and medical staff working throughout the festival. If you’re experiencing any problems whatsoever, locate a festival staff member, security guard or police officer. If it is a medical emergency please dial 911.
What if I need medical assistance while in Aruba?
For medical assistance ALL hotels have a doctor on call 24 hours a day (check with the front desk). The Dr. Horacio Oduber Hospital located across from Punta Brabu Beach has a 24 hour emergency room. It is just a few minutes from the hotel sector. Tel. 011-297-874300. Drug stores cannot fill a prescription from a doctor not residing on the island but will advise how to obtain one if necessary. One drug store in each district is open for 24 hours on a rotating basis for emergencies.
Do I need to bring a power cord adapter when I travel to Aruba?
Voltage standards are the same as in the United States and Canada. The TV standard is NTSC so your home video camera will also play back on the hotel’s TV sets or large screen projectors.
Do I need to buy bottled water to drink in Aruba?
There is no need to buy bottled water in Aruba, the island’s tap water is pure and refreshing.
What are my communications options while in Aruba?
Telecommunication services in Aruba are provided by Servicio di Telecommunication di Aruba (SETAR). International, direct and operator-assisted calls are possible to all countries in the world. Cellular telephones and Internet service is provided on the island. Cellular phone rentals require identification, such as a passport, a deposit is required. You may be able to use your U.S. cellular phone in Aruba, but roaming and other charges may apply. Please check with your cellular phone carrier about any additional charges prior to arriving on island.
What currency is accepted in Aruba?
While the U.S. dollars are widely accepted in Aruba, the currency of Aruba is the Aruban florin. The florin fluctuates with the dollar on the world market. Banks may exchange other foreign currency. Banking hours: Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to noon and 1:30 p.m. to 4 p.m. Most bank branches remain open during lunch. The Aruba Bank branch at the airport is open daily from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., except on official holidays. Travelers with ATM cards bearing the CIRRUS or Plus System network logos can withdraw cash in Aruban florins. Home bank accounts will be debited in dollars at a favorable exchange rate, and a service charge will apply. Before departing for Aruba, it’s important to verify whether your PIN number will work in Aruba by calling 1-800-4-CIRRUS
Sections
Concert
Info, medical and first aid?
We make every effort to provide a safe environment at Soul Beach. To ensure this, we have security and medical staff working throughout the festival. If you’re experiencing any problems whatsoever, locate a festival staff member, security guard or police officer. If it is a medical emergency please dial 911.
Am I allowed to bring a camera or video recorder to the concert performances?
No cameras or tape/video recorders permitted.
How do I gain admission to the Comedy and Music concerts?
Everyone MUST have a General Admission ticket. The Comedy Concert is General Admission (GA) with seating (first-come, first-served basis). The Music Concerts are GA with Standing Room Only unless you purchase a Gold or Platinum upgrade.
Is there seating for the Comedy Concerts?
Yes, for the Comedy Concerts, all entries are General Admission and there is seating on a first-come, first-served basis.
Is there seating for the handicapped and/or elderly inside of the Music Concert venue?
Yes, lower bleacher seating, which is located at the back of the venue, is reserved for the handicapped and elderly. There is also wheelchair accessibility in the bleacher area.
Is there seating for the Music Concerts?
For the Music Concerts, we basically have two add-on upgrade options versus our standard General Admission (Standing Room Only, i.e. no seats) ticket that everyone needs to purchase in order to come into the venue:
1) The first is an upgrade to the Gold Access Area, where there is a very limited(less than 25% capacity) amount of first-come, first-served seating, access to the closest standing room to the stage, and a dedicated no-host bar. So, if you want to be sure to get a seat in the Gold Access Area, you must be among the first to arrive for that area. *seats cannot be held in this area*
2) The second upgrade is to the Platinum Seating Area, where you are given a reserved seat at a table on a raised platform with excellent sight lines and no-host bar table service. You can only get a guaranteed reserved seat by buying a ticket upgrade for a seat at one of these Platinum Tables.
Both of these options are described in more detail on our ticket page on our website, www.soulbeach.com. Just click “BUY TICKETS NOW,” and you will get a complete listing of the ticket purchase options.
Is there seating in the Gold Access Area?
There is very limited(less than 25% capacity), open seating in the Gold Access area, which is on a first-come, first-served basis. The extra benefit is that you get to stand right in front of the stage, and there is a bar within the area, so you won’t have to go to the concessions in the back of the arena to get a drink.
Is there seating in the Platinum Area?
Yes! You are given a reserved seat at a table on a raised platform with excellent sight lines and no-host bar table service. You can only get a guaranteed reserved seat by buying a ticket upgrade for a seat at one of these Platinum Tables. The table service refers to having the wait staff to take your order. Drinks are not included in the price, only table service.
SBMF24 WILL CALL INFO
SBMF24 WILL CALL INFO:
If you purchased your tickets online, you have an E-Ticket/Print at Home ticket.
Concert Tickets: Please use the link provided in your emailed ticket confirmation to PRINT OUT* your tickets before coming to the venue. The FRI/SAT/SUN tickets will be scanned at the gate upon entry into the venue. YOU DO NOT HAVE TO GO TO WILL CALL IF YOU JUST HAVE GENERAL ADMISSION TICKETS. (*NOTE: Printed tickets are preferred, but we can read the ticket off of your phone)
Express Party Pass/Gold Access/ Platinum Tables: IF YOU HAVE AN E-TICKET/PRINT AT HOME TICKET FOR EXPRESS PARTY PASSES, GOLD ACCESS AREA OR PLATINUM TABLE SEATS, IT MUST BE SCANNED AT WILL CALL IN EXCHANGE FOR YOUR PHYSICAL WRISTBANDS.
SBMF 2024 WILL CALL LOCATIONS:
Of course, all WILL CALL ticket orders can be picked up at the venue on the day of the show. The box office opens two hours before the start of the concert shows.
Also, we will have the ticket WILL CALL available near the entrance of the nightclub parties, WED &THU, starting at 9 PM, and FRI-SUN, starting at 10 PM. Also, as a courtesy, we will have a WILL CALL desk at the airport during Wednesday arrivals from 11:30 AM to 4:30 PM. We will also have WILL CALL at the Nos Clubhuis (next to the MooMba Beach Day Party above Hadicurari Restaurant in Palm Beach) on Thursday from 2 PM to 5 PM and Friday & Saturday from 11 AM to 2 PM.
You can pick up all orders under your name at any of the times listed below. We will need to see your PRINTED TICKET* (physically or digitally) with a valid ID and confirmation order number for pickup.
Summary of Pickup locations and WILL CALL times:
Wednesday, May 22:
- 11:30 AM to 4:30 PM – SBMF24 Airport WILL CALL (after baggage claim, exit terminal, go right to the end of the bldg, make a right turn, the office is on the right)
- 9 PM to Midnight – Opening Party @ Baru Lounge (J.E. Irausquin Blvd 370, Oranjestad)
Thursday, May 23:
- 2 PM to 5 PM – Nos Clubhuis (next to MooMba Beach, above Hadicurari Restaurant in Palm Beach)
- 9 PM to Midnight – All White & Sandals Party @ MooMba Beach (Palm Beach)
Friday, May 24:
- 11 AM to 2 PM – Nos Clubhuis (next to MooMba Beach, above Hadicurari Restaurant in Palm Beach)
- Box Office opens @ 6 PM – Comedy Concert @ Renaissance Wind Creek Festival Plaza (Oranjestad) (PLEASE NOTE THE COMEDY CONCERT STARTS AT 8 PM)
- 10 PM to Midnight – Nightclub Party @ Renaissance Wind Creek Convention Center (Oranjestad)
Saturday, May 25:
- 11 AM to 2 PM – Nos Clubhuis (next to MooMba Beach, above Hadicurari Restaurant in Palm Beach)
- Box Office opens @ 5 PM – Music Concert @ Harbor Arena (near the Port Authority roundabout, Oranjestad) (CONCERT STARTS AT 7 PM)
- 10 PM to Midnight – Nightclub Party @ Baru Lounge (J.E. Irausquin Blvd 370, Oranjestad)
Sunday, May 26:
- Box Office opens @ 5 PM – Music Concert @ Harbor Arena (near the Port Authority roundabout, Oranjestad) (CONCERT STARTS AT 7 PM)
- 10 PM to 11 PM – Nightclub Party @ Baru Lounge (J.E. Irausquin Blvd 370, Oranjestad)
If you need any further information or a full schedule of events, please check out our website at www.soulbeach.com
What does a basic General Admission Concert Ticket allow me?
Everyone needs a General Admission ticket to enter the concerts. This basic ticket grants entry into the venue. At the Comedy Show, there will be first-come, first-served seating. At the Music Concerts, General Admission is Standing Room Only. You can buy ticket upgrades for the Music Concerts (on top of the price of the General Admission tickets) for the Gold Access Area or the Platinum Tables, each of which is described in detail on the ticketing website.
What if I want seating for the Music Concerts?
For the Music Concerts, we basically have two add-on upgrade options versus our standard General Admission (Standing Room Only, i.e., no seats) ticket that everyone needs to purchase to come into the venue:
1) The first is an upgrade to the Gold Access Area, where there is a very limited(less than 25% capacity) amount of first-come, first-served seating, access to the closest standing room to the stage, and a dedicated no-host bar. So, if you want to be sure to get a seat in the Gold Access Area, you must be among the first to arrive for that area. *seats cannot be held in this area*
2) The second upgrade is to the Platinum Seating Area, where you are given a reserved seat at a table on a raised platform with excellent sight lines and no-host bar table service. You can only get a guaranteed reserved seat by buying a ticket upgrade for a seat at one of these Platinum Tables.
Both of these options are described in more detail on our ticket page on our website, www.soulbeach.com. Just click “BUY TICKETS NOW,” and you will get a complete listing of the ticket purchase options.
What is prohibited from being brought inside of the Concert venues?
No lawn/beach chairs and no umbrellas, no outside beverages of any kind or food, no cans or bottles, no weapons/firearms are allowed inside of the concert venues. Please note that this is strictly enforced.
Where are the Concerts held?
- The Comedy Concert is held at the Renaissance Wind Creek Aruba Resort’s Festival Plaza.
- The Music Concerts are held at the Harbor Arena, just north of the Cruise Ship Port in Downtown Oranjestad, at the round-a-about on the Main Road, LG Smith Blvd, across from the Wendy’s.
- The Day Beach Parties are at held at MooMba Beach in Palm Beach, THU-SAT, and at Baby Beach in San Nicolas on SUN.
- All major concerts (Comedy and Music Shows) are held in outdoor venues, and there is plenty of paid parking or nearby free parking available at these locations.
Where can I buy tickets?
You can buy tickets by visiting the SoulBeach website at soulbeach.com. Everyone MUST have a General Admission ticket. The Comedy Concert is General Admission (GA) with first-come, first-served seating. The Music Concerts are GA with Standing Room Only unless you purchase a Gold or Platinum upgrade.
Where can I pick up my concert tickets?
SBMF24 WILL CALL INFO:
If you purchased your tickets online, you have an E-Ticket/Print at Home ticket.
Concert Tickets: Please use the link provided in your emailed ticket confirmation to PRINT OUT* your tickets before coming to the venue. The FRI/SAT/SUN tickets will be scanned at the gate upon entry into the venue. YOU DO NOT HAVE TO GO TO WILL CALL IF YOU JUST HAVE GENERAL ADMISSION TICKETS. (*NOTE: Printed tickets are preferred, but we can read the ticket off of your phone)
Express Party Pass/Gold Access/ Platinum Tables: IF YOU HAVE AN E-TICKET/PRINT AT HOME TICKET FOR EXPRESS PARTY PASSES, GOLD ACCESS AREA OR PLATINUM TABLE SEATS, IT MUST BE SCANNED AT WILL CALL IN EXCHANGE FOR YOUR PHYSICAL WRISTBANDS.
SBMF 2024 WILL CALL LOCATIONS:
Of course, all WILL CALL ticket orders can be picked up at the venue on the day of the show. The box office opens two hours before the start of the concert shows.
Also, we will have the ticket WILL CALL available near the entrance of the nightclub parties, WED &THU, starting at 9 PM, and FRI-SUN, starting at 10 PM. Also, as a courtesy, we will have a WILL CALL desk at the airport during Wednesday arrivals from 11:30 AM to 4:30 PM. We will also have WILL CALL at the Nos Clubhuis (next to the MooMba Beach Day Party above Hadicurari Restaurant in Palm Beach) on Thursday from 2 PM to 5 PM and Friday & Saturday from 11 AM to 2 PM.
You can pick up all orders under your name at any of the times listed below. We will need to see your PRINTED TICKET* (physically or digitally) with a valid ID and confirmation order number for pickup.
Summary of Pickup locations and WILL CALL times:
Wednesday, May 22:
- 11:30 AM to 4:30 PM – SBMF24 Airport WILL CALL (after baggage claim, exit terminal, go right to the end of the bldg, make a right turn, the office is on the right)
- 9 PM to Midnight – Opening Party @ Baru Lounge (J.E. Irausquin Blvd 370, Oranjestad)
Thursday, May 23:
- 2 PM to 5 PM – Nos Clubhuis (next to MooMba Beach, above Hadicurari Restaurant in Palm Beach)
- 9 PM to Midnight – All White & Sandals Party @ MooMba Beach (Palm Beach)
Friday, May 24:
- 11 AM to 2 PM – Nos Clubhuis (next to MooMba Beach, above Hadicurari Restaurant in Palm Beach)
- Box Office opens @ 6 PM – Comedy Concert @ Renaissance Wind Creek Festival Plaza (Oranjestad) (PLEASE NOTE THE COMEDY CONCERT STARTS AT 8 PM)
- 10 PM to Midnight – Nightclub Party @ Renaissance Wind Creek Convention Center (Oranjestad)
Saturday, May 25:
- 11 AM to 2 PM – Nos Clubhuis (next to MooMba Beach, above Hadicurari Restaurant in Palm Beach)
- Box Office opens @ 5 PM – Music Concert @ Harbor Arena (near the Port Authority roundabout, Oranjestad) (CONCERT STARTS AT 7 PM)
- 10 PM to Midnight – Nightclub Party @ Baru Lounge (J.E. Irausquin Blvd 370, Oranjestad)
Sunday, May 26:
- Box Office opens @ 5 PM – Music Concert @ Harbor Arena (near the Port Authority roundabout, Oranjestad) (CONCERT STARTS AT 7 PM)
- 10 PM to 11 PM – Nightclub Party @ Baru Lounge (J.E. Irausquin Blvd 370, Oranjestad)
If you need any further information or a full schedule of events, please check out our website at www.soulbeach.com
Sections
Tickets & Will Call
SBMF24 WILL CALL INFO
SBMF24 WILL CALL INFO:
If you purchased your tickets online, you have an E-Ticket/Print at Home ticket.
Concert Tickets: Please use the link provided in your emailed ticket confirmation to PRINT OUT* your tickets before coming to the venue. The FRI/SAT/SUN tickets will be scanned at the gate upon entry into the venue. YOU DO NOT HAVE TO GO TO WILL CALL IF YOU JUST HAVE GENERAL ADMISSION TICKETS. (*NOTE: Printed tickets are preferred, but we can read the ticket off of your phone)
Express Party Pass/Gold Access/ Platinum Tables: IF YOU HAVE AN E-TICKET/PRINT AT HOME TICKET FOR EXPRESS PARTY PASSES, GOLD ACCESS AREA OR PLATINUM TABLE SEATS, IT MUST BE SCANNED AT WILL CALL IN EXCHANGE FOR YOUR PHYSICAL WRISTBANDS.
SBMF 2024 WILL CALL LOCATIONS:
Of course, all WILL CALL ticket orders can be picked up at the venue on the day of the show. The box office opens two hours before the start of the concert shows.
Also, we will have the ticket WILL CALL available near the entrance of the nightclub parties, WED &THU, starting at 9 PM, and FRI-SUN, starting at 10 PM. Also, as a courtesy, we will have a WILL CALL desk at the airport during Wednesday arrivals from 11:30 AM to 4:30 PM. We will also have WILL CALL at the Nos Clubhuis (next to the MooMba Beach Day Party above Hadicurari Restaurant in Palm Beach) on Thursday from 2 PM to 5 PM and Friday & Saturday from 11 AM to 2 PM.
You can pick up all orders under your name at any of the times listed below. We will need to see your PRINTED TICKET* (physically or digitally) with a valid ID and confirmation order number for pickup.
Summary of Pickup locations and WILL CALL times:
Wednesday, May 22:
- 11:30 AM to 4:30 PM – SBMF24 Airport WILL CALL (after baggage claim, exit terminal, go right to the end of the bldg, make a right turn, the office is on the right)
- 9 PM to Midnight – Opening Party @ Baru Lounge (J.E. Irausquin Blvd 370, Oranjestad)
Thursday, May 23:
- 2 PM to 5 PM – Nos Clubhuis (next to MooMba Beach, above Hadicurari Restaurant in Palm Beach)
- 9 PM to Midnight – All White & Sandals Party @ MooMba Beach (Palm Beach)
Friday, May 24:
- 11 AM to 2 PM – Nos Clubhuis (next to MooMba Beach, above Hadicurari Restaurant in Palm Beach)
- Box Office opens @ 6 PM – Comedy Concert @ Renaissance Wind Creek Festival Plaza (Oranjestad) (PLEASE NOTE THE COMEDY CONCERT STARTS AT 8 PM)
- 10 PM to Midnight – Nightclub Party @ Renaissance Wind Creek Convention Center (Oranjestad)
Saturday, May 25:
- 11 AM to 2 PM – Nos Clubhuis (next to MooMba Beach, above Hadicurari Restaurant in Palm Beach)
- Box Office opens @ 5 PM – Music Concert @ Harbor Arena (near the Port Authority roundabout, Oranjestad) (CONCERT STARTS AT 7 PM)
- 10 PM to Midnight – Nightclub Party @ Baru Lounge (J.E. Irausquin Blvd 370, Oranjestad)
Sunday, May 26:
- Box Office opens @ 5 PM – Music Concert @ Harbor Arena (near the Port Authority roundabout, Oranjestad) (CONCERT STARTS AT 7 PM)
- 10 PM to 11 PM – Nightclub Party @ Baru Lounge (J.E. Irausquin Blvd 370, Oranjestad)
If you need any further information or a full schedule of events, please check out our website at www.soulbeach.com
What does a basic General Admission Concert Ticket allow me?
Everyone needs a General Admission ticket to enter the concerts. This basic ticket gains you entry into the venue. At the Comedy Show, there will be first come, first served seating. At the Music Concerts, the General Admission is Standing Room Only. You can buy ticket upgrades for the Music Concerts (on top of the price of the General Admission tickets) for the Gold Access Area or the Platinum Tables, each of which is described in detail on the ticketing website.
Where can I buy tickets?
You can buy tickets by visiting the SoulBeach website at: soulbeach.com. Everyone MUST have a General Admission ticket. The Comedy Concert is General Admission (GA) with first come first served seating. The Music Concerts are GA with Standing Room Only, unless you purchase a Gold or Platinum upgrade.
Where can I pick up my concert tickets?
SBMF24 WILL CALL INFO:
If you purchased your tickets online, you have an E-Ticket/Print at Home ticket.
Concert Tickets: Please use the link provided in your emailed ticket confirmation to PRINT OUT* your tickets before coming to the venue. The FRI/SAT/SUN tickets will be scanned at the gate upon entry into the venue. YOU DO NOT HAVE TO GO TO WILL CALL IF YOU JUST HAVE GENERAL ADMISSION TICKETS. (*NOTE: Printed tickets are preferred, but we can read the ticket off of your phone)
Express Party Pass/Gold Access/ Platinum Tables: IF YOU HAVE AN E-TICKET/PRINT AT HOME TICKET FOR EXPRESS PARTY PASSES, GOLD ACCESS AREA OR PLATINUM TABLE SEATS, IT MUST BE SCANNED AT WILL CALL IN EXCHANGE FOR YOUR PHYSICAL WRISTBANDS.
SBMF 2024 WILL CALL LOCATIONS:
Of course, all WILL CALL ticket orders can be picked up at the venue on the day of the show. The box office opens two hours before the start of the concert shows.
Also, we will have the ticket WILL CALL available near the entrance of the nightclub parties, WED &THU, starting at 9 PM, and FRI-SUN, starting at 10 PM. Also, as a courtesy, we will have a WILL CALL desk at the airport during Wednesday arrivals from 11:30 AM to 4:30 PM. We will also have WILL CALL at the Nos Clubhuis (next to the MooMba Beach Day Party above Hadicurari Restaurant in Palm Beach) on Thursday from 2 PM to 5 PM and Friday & Saturday from 11 AM to 2 PM.
You can pick up all orders under your name at any of the times listed below. We will need to see your PRINTED TICKET* (physically or digitally) with a valid ID and confirmation order number for pickup.
Summary of Pickup locations and WILL CALL times:
Wednesday, May 22:
- 11:30 AM to 4:30 PM – SBMF24 Airport WILL CALL (after baggage claim, exit terminal, go right to the end of the bldg, make a right turn, the office is on the right)
- 9 PM to Midnight – Opening Party @ Baru Lounge (J.E. Irausquin Blvd 370, Oranjestad)
Thursday, May 23:
- 2 PM to 5 PM – Nos Clubhuis (next to MooMba Beach, above Hadicurari Restaurant in Palm Beach)
- 9 PM to Midnight – All White & Sandals Party @ MooMba Beach (Palm Beach)
Friday, May 24:
- 11 AM to 2 PM – Nos Clubhuis (next to MooMba Beach, above Hadicurari Restaurant in Palm Beach)
- Box Office opens @ 6 PM – Comedy Concert @ Renaissance Wind Creek Festival Plaza (Oranjestad) (PLEASE NOTE THE COMEDY CONCERT STARTS AT 8 PM)
- 10 PM to Midnight – Nightclub Party @ Renaissance Wind Creek Convention Center (Oranjestad)
Saturday, May 25:
- 11 AM to 2 PM – Nos Clubhuis (next to MooMba Beach, above Hadicurari Restaurant in Palm Beach)
- Box Office opens @ 5 PM – Music Concert @ Harbor Arena (near the Port Authority roundabout, Oranjestad) (CONCERT STARTS AT 7 PM)
- 10 PM to Midnight – Nightclub Party @ Baru Lounge (J.E. Irausquin Blvd 370, Oranjestad)
Sunday, May 26:
- Box Office opens @ 5 PM – Music Concert @ Harbor Arena (near the Port Authority roundabout, Oranjestad) (CONCERT STARTS AT 7 PM)
- 10 PM to 11 PM – Nightclub Party @ Baru Lounge (J.E. Irausquin Blvd 370, Oranjestad)
If you need any further information or a full schedule of events, please check out our website at www.soulbeach.com
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Travel & Hotel
Are there COVID restrictions or requirements that I need to know before traveling to Aruba?
Travelers are no longer required to present a COVID-19 negative test result or proof of vaccination. For information on travel requirements, please click on the following link: https://www.aruba.com/us/traveler-health-requirements
Are there restrictions on what I can bring in my luggage?
Please check out this link from the “Departamento di Aduana” for a listing of travel restrictions:
Do I need a passport to travel to Aruba?
Entry Requirements & Customs Regulations: When entering Aruba, a current passport is required of all passengers. For more details please visit: https://www.aruba.com/us/plan-your-visit/getting-to-aruba/passports-and-visas
Taxi Tariff Conditions
1. All rates must be in Aruban florins (Afl) as well as in US dollars (US$); Exchange rate is Afl 1.80 to US$ 1.00
2. Minimum fare is Afl 10.00/US$ 6.00 ;
3. Prices are based on distance with a maximum capacity of five passengers per taxi;
4. Sundays, official holidays, and/or regular days starting from 11:00 PM til 7:00 AM, there will be a surcharge of Afl 5.40/US$ 3.00 to the regular fares;
5. Each passenger from and to the Airport is allowed one piece of luggage and a backpack/handbag. Each additional piece of luggage will be an additional charge of Afl 3.60/US$ 2.00 per piece. Attache cases, laptop cases, carry-ons, and any type of equipment/aid that is necessary for the passenger’s mobilization can not be charged for;
6. Use of car trunk, not going to or coming from the Airport, will be an additional charge of Afl 3.60/US$ 2.00, except when luggage is transported between hotels. In this case, the charge of Afl 3.60/US$ 2.00 per piece of luggage is valid;
7. Waiting time is Afl 5,40/US$ 3.00 per 5 minutes;
8. In case of damage due to wet clothing, sharp objects, or otherwise to the car’s interior, there will be an additional damage charge of Afl 90.00/US$50.00 per incident;
9. Taxis can be hired at an hourly rate of Afl 81.00/US$ 45.00 per hour;
10. The driver -within reason- is not responsible for the lost items in his/her car. Found objects will be reported and turned over to the Department of Public Transportation or the nearest police station;
11. The driver is not allowed to ask for other fares than those approved by the government;
12. The driver is not allowed to transport more than five (5) passengers in a taxi. A minor under the age of two (2) years is not considered as a passenger;
13. If a passenger is the first to ask to be transported to a location and is refused, the driver is not allowed to take more persons into his taxi. If more passengers, not being part of the same group, are transported to the same destination, then the fare has to be divided among the group transported to the destination;
14. The tariffs must be placed in sight for the passengers in the taxi.
Taxi Tariff Conditions
Please go to Aruba.com to find out up-to-date information about travel to Aruba: Aruba.com
What are the requirements for traveling to Aruba?
Please go to Aruba.com to find out up-to-date information about travel to Aruba: Aruba.com
What about ground transportation?
Car rental is available; please visit the www.soulbeach.com travel page for the list of sponsoring companies. The SBMF24 sponsors are Amigo Rent-A-Car, Budget, and Optima Car Rental. Additionally, ground transportation transfers to and from the airport are available and can be included in your travel packages. Taxis are also easily available on the island.
What if there's overnight travel?
If traveling from the west coast (or another long-distance travel location), please be mindful that you take into account next day arrivals when selecting your hotel room dates.
Where should I stay?
Because Aruba is only 20 miles long and 6 miles wide, all concerts and events are within a 15-minute drive from the major participating hotels. Our host hotels include Renaissance Wind Creek Aruba Resort, Divi Resorts, Eagle Aruba Resort & Casino, Embassy Suites by Hilton Aruba Resort, Courtyard By Marriott, Hyatt Place Aruba Airport, and Brickell Bay Beach Resort Aruba.
Where can I buy tickets?
You can buy tickets by visiting the Soul Beach website at www.soulbeach.com. Everyone MUST have a General Admission ticket. You may also purchase tickets at the venue box office starting two hours before the start time on the day of the show. The Comedy Concert is General Admission (GA) with first-come, first-served seating. The Music Concerts are GA with Standing Room Only unless you purchase a Gold or Platinum upgrade.
Where should I stay?
Visit our website at www.soulbeach.com and click on the Travel Page to view sponsoring hotels. The island of Aruba has a total perimeter of 36 miles; all concerts and events are within a 15-minute drive from the major participating hotels.
What about ground transportation?
- Car rental is available on-island. Please visit our Travel Page to see a list of sponsoring companies.
- Additionally, ground transportation transfers are available to and from the airport.
- Taxis are easily available on the island.
For more details, please go to the Travel Page of our website at www.soulbeach.com
What if there’s overnight travel?
If traveling from the West Coast (or another long-distance location), please take into account next-day arrivals when selecting your hotel room dates.
Do I need to have a passport to travel to Aruba?
Entry Requirements & Customs Regulations: All passengers require a current passport when entering Aruba. For more details, please visit: https://www.aruba.com/us/plan-your-visit/getting-to-aruba/passports-and-visas
Are there COVID restrictions or requirements that I need to know before traveling to Aruba?
For information on travel requirements and updated COVID information, please click on the following link: https://www.aruba.com/us/traveler-health-requirements
Where are the concerts held?
The Music Concerts are held at the Harbor Arena, right off LG Smith Road, and the Comedy Concert is at Renaissance Wind Creek Festival Plaza (Oranjestad). All Day Beach Parties are held at MooMba Beach in the Palm Beach area, except for Sunday only at Baby Beach in San Nicolas. All major concerts (Comedy and Music Shows) are held in outdoor venues, and plenty of paid parking or nearby free parking is available at these locations.
How do I gain admission to the Comedy and Music concerts?
Everyone MUST have a General Admission ticket. The Comedy Concert is General Admission (GA) with first-come, first-served seating. The Music Concerts are GA with Standing Room Only unless you purchase a Gold or Platinum upgrade.
What does a basic General Admission Concert Ticket allow me?
The basic tickets gain you entry into the venue. There will be first-come, first-served seating at the Comedy Show. At the Music Concerts, General Admission is Standing Room Only. You can buy ticket upgrades for the Music Concerts (on top of the price of the General Admission tickets) for the Gold Access Area or the Platinum Tables, each of which is described in detail on the ticketing website.
Is there seating for the Comedy Concerts?
Yes, for the Comedy Concerts, all entries are General Admission, and there is seating on a first come, first served basis.
Is there seating for the handicapped and/or elderly inside of the music concert venues?
Yes, lower bleacher seating, located at the back of the venue, is reserved for the handicapped and elderly. The bleacher area is also wheelchair accessible.
What if I want seating for the Music Concerts?
For the Music Concerts, we basically have two add-on upgrade options in addition to our standard General Admission (Standing Room Only, i.e., no seats) ticket that everyone needs to purchase to come into the venue:
1) The first is an upgrade for the Gold Access Area, where there is a very limited amount of seating (less than 25% capacity), access to the closest standing room to the stage, and a dedicated no-host bar. So, if you want to be sure to get a seat in the Gold Access Area, you must be among the first to arrive for that area. *NOTE: seats cannot be held in this area.*
2) The second upgrade is for the Platinum Seating Area, where you are given a reserved seat at a table on a raised platform with excellent sight lines and no-host bar table service. You can only get a guaranteed reserved seat by buying a ticket upgrade for a seat at one of the Platinum Tables.
We also have a limited amount of bleacher seating available in the back of the arena. These seats cannot be reserved.
All of these items are described in more detail on our ticket page on our website, www.soulbeach.com. Just click “BUY NOW,” and you will get a complete listing of the ticket purchase options.
Is there seating in the Gold Access Area?
There is limited, open seating in the Gold Access area, which covers about 25% of the capacity sold for that area. This seating is on a first-come, first-served basis. The extra benefit is that you get to stand with the group closest to the stage, and there is a bar within the area, so you won’t have to go to the concessions in the back of the arena to get a drink.
Is there seating in the Platinum Area?
Yes. You are given a reserved seat at a table on a raised platform with excellent sight lines and no-host bar table service. You can only get a guaranteed reserved seat by buying a ticket upgrade for a seat at one of the Platinum Tables. The table service refers to having the wait staff to take your order. Drinks are not included in the price; only table service is included.
Where can I pick up my concert tickets?
If you purchased your tickets online, you have an E-Ticket/Print at Home ticket.
Concert Tickets: Please use the link provided in your emailed ticket confirmation to PRINT OUT* your tickets before coming to the venue. The FRI/SAT/SUN tickets will be scanned at the gate upon entry into the venue. YOU DO NOT HAVE TO GO TO WILL CALL IF YOU JUST HAVE GENERAL ADMISSION TICKETS. (*NOTE: Printed tickets are preferred, but we can read the ticket off of your phone.)
Express Party Pass/Gold Access/Platinum Tables: IF YOU HAVE AN E-TICKET/PRINT AT HOME TICKET FOR EXPRESS PARTY PASSES, GOLD ACCESS AREA OR PLATINUM TABLE SEATS, IT MUST BE SCANNED AT WILL CALL IN EXCHANGE FOR YOUR PHYSICAL WRISTBANDS.
Of course, all WILL CALL ticket orders can be picked up at the venue on the day of the show. The box office opens two hours before the start of the concert shows. As a courtesy, we will also provide the following locations:
- Starting at the Wednesday, 5/22, Official Soul Beach Opening Party, tickets will be available at “Will Call” and at every other paid Soul Beach event.
- SBMF24 Airport WILL CALL on Wednesday, 5/22, from 11:30 AM – 4:30 PM
- “Will Call” desk at the Nos Clubhuis (next to MooMba Beach) on Thursday, 5/23, 2 PM – 5 PM, and Friday & Saturday, 5/24&25, 11 AM to 2 PM
- A valid ID & confirmation number is required for pickup.
I already printed/have my concert tickets; where can I pick up my Party Passes, Gold or Platinum passes?
IF YOU HAVE AN E-TICKET/PRINT AT-HOME TICKET FOR EXPRESS PARTY PASSES, GOLD ACCESS AREA, OR PLATINUM TABLE SEATS, IT MUST BE SCANNED AT WILL CALL IN EXCHANGE FOR YOUR PHYSICAL WRISTBANDS.
You can pick up all orders under your name at the times listed below. We will need to see your PRINTED TICKET* (physically or digitally) with a valid ID and confirmation order number for pickup.
Pickup locations and WILL CALL times:
Wednesday, May 22:
- 11:30 AM to 4:30 PM – SBMF24 Airport WILL CALL (after baggage claim, exit terminal, go right to the end of the bldg, make a right turn, the office is on the right)
- 9 PM to Midnight – Opening Party @ Baru Lounge (J.E. Irausquin Blvd 370, Oranjestad)
Thursday, May 23:
- 2 PM to 5 PM – Nos Clubhuis (next to MooMba Beach, above Hadicurari Restaurant in Palm Beach)
- 9 PM to Midnight – All White & Sandals Party @ MooMba Beach (Palm Beach)
Friday, May 24:
- 11 AM to 2 PM – Nos Clubhuis (next to MooMba Beach, above Hadicurari Restaurant in Palm Beach)
- Box Office opens @ 6 PM – Comedy Concert @ Renaissance Wind Creek Festival Plaza (Oranjestad) (PLEASE NOTE THE COMEDY CONCERT STARTS AT 8 PM)
- 10 PM to Midnight – Nightclub Party @ Renaissance Wind Creek Convention Center (Oranjestad)
Saturday, May 25:
- 11 AM to 2 PM – Nos Clubhuis (next to MooMba Beach, above Hadicurari Restaurant in Palm Beach)
- Box Office opens @ 5 PM – Music Concert @ Harbor Arena (near the Port Authority roundabout, Oranjestad) (CONCERT STARTS AT 7 PM)
- 10 PM to Midnight – Nightclub Party @ Baru Lounge (J.E. Irausquin Blvd 370, Oranjestad)
Sunday, May 26:
- Box Office opens @ 5 PM – Music Concert @ Harbor Arena (near the Port Authority roundabout, Oranjestad) (CONCERT STARTS AT 7 PM)
- 10 PM to 11 PM – Nightclub Party @ Baru Lounge (J.E. Irausquin Blvd 370, Oranjestad)
If you need any further information or a full schedule of events, please check out our website at www.soulbeach.com
What are my communications options while in Aruba?
Servicio di Telecommunication di Aruba (SETAR) provides telecommunications services in Aruba. International, direct, and operator-assisted calls are possible to all countries worldwide. Cellular telephones and Internet service are provided on the island. Cellular phone rentals require identification, such as a passport, and a deposit is required. You may be able to use your U.S. cellular phone in Aruba, but roaming and other charges may apply. Please check with your cellular phone carrier about any additional charges before arriving on the island.
What currency is accepted in Aruba?
While the U.S. dollars are widely accepted in Aruba, Aruba’s currency is the Aruban florin. The florin fluctuates with the dollar on the world market. Banks may exchange other foreign currency. Banking hours: Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to noon and 1:30 p.m. to 4 p.m. Most bank branches remain open during lunch. The Aruba Bank branch at the airport is open daily from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., except on official holidays. Travelers with ATM cards bearing the CIRRUS or Plus System network logos can withdraw cash in Aruban florins. Home bank accounts will be debited in dollars at a favorable exchange rate, and a service charge will apply. Before departing for Aruba, verifying whether your PIN number will work in Aruba is important by calling 1-800-4-CIRRUS.
Do I need to have a passport to travel to Aruba?
Entry Requirements & Customs Regulations: Implemented on January 23, 2007, ALL PERSONS traveling by air between the United States and Canada, Mexico, Bermuda, and the Caribbean region must present a passport to re-enter the United States.
Info, medical, and first aid?
We make every effort to provide a safe environment at Soul Beach. Security and medical staff work throughout the festival to ensure this. If you’re experiencing any problems whatsoever, locate a festival staff member, security guard, or police officer. If it is a medical emergency, please dial 911.
What if I need medical assistance while in Aruba?
For medical assistance, ALL hotels have a doctor on call 24 hours a day (check with the front desk). The Dr. Horacio Oduber Hospital, located across from Punta Brabu Beach, has a 24-hour emergency room. It is just a few minutes from the hotel sector, Tel. 011-297-874300. Drug stores cannot fill a prescription from a doctor not residing on the island but will advise how to obtain one if necessary. One drug store in each district is open for 24 hours on a rotating basis for emergencies.
Do I need to buy bottled water to drink in Aruba?
Dehydration is common, considering the high temperatures and climate. Bottled water is available, but tap water is filtered and safe to drink. Please be sure to stay hydrated during your stay on the island.
Is marijuana legal in Aruba?
No, cannabis is not legal in any way, shape, or form. Aruba does not condone the plant’s recreational use nor has a medical program for patients. This means buying, selling, and consuming cannabis in Aruba is a no-no. Those caught violating the law are severely punished, including heavy fines and possible imprisonment.
Are there restrictions on what I can bring in my luggage?
Please check out this link from the “Departamento di Aduana” for a listing of travel restrictions: https://www.douane.aw/en/specific-goods/
Do I need to bring a power cord adapter when I travel to Aruba?
Voltage standards are the same as in the United States and Canada. The TV standard is NTSC, so your home video camera will playback on the hotel’s TV sets or large screen projectors.
Can I bring a camera or video recorder to the concert performances?
No cameras or tape/video recorders are permitted.
What is prohibited from being brought inside of the concert venues?
No lawn or beach chairs, umbrellas, outside beverages or food, cans or bottles, or weapons/firearms are allowed inside the concert venues. Please note that this is strictly enforced.