FAQ
Straight answers for people making plans. More details will be added as the event gets closer.
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Where is the festival?
Emissions from the Monolith 10 takes place at Westside Bowl in Youngstown, Ohio.
2617 Mahoning Ave, Youngstown, OH 44509
When is it?
October 8 through 11, 2026.
What time does it start? daily schedule?
We have not released the daily schedule as of yet.
: APPROXIMATE DOORS :
Thursday/Friday = 4:30PM
Saturday/Sunday = NOON
Where do I park?
There is patrolled free parking around the venue. You should not have to deal with huge festival parking lots or long walks. .
Are there hotels nearby?
Yes. There are multiple hotels within a short drive of the venue, along with Airbnb options in the area. If you are coming in from out of town, it is smart to book early.
Do I need a car?
If you are staying close to the venue, rideshare should work fine (although service can be delayed at peak periods). If you are staying farther out, having a car will make things easier. Youngstown is easy to get around.
Can I fly in?
Yes. Many people fly in and drive to Youngstown from either Pittsburgh or Cleveland airports. Both are about 60-70 minutes away
Is there food at the venue?
Yes. Westside Bowl has a full kitchen with food available on-site throughout the weekend. You will not need to leave the venue just to eat.
Is there a bar?
Yes. There is a full bar on-site.
Do you offer ADA accommodations?
Emissions from the Monolith is committed to making the festival accessible and comfortable for ALL attendees. If you or someone in your party requires ADA accommodations, please contact us or westside bowl in advance so we can help ensure the best possible experience. Please note: The Trophy Room (basement level) is not wheelchair accessible.
What else is at the venue?
Westside Bowl gives you room to actually hang out. You can step out to the patio with friends, chill in the trophy room, dig through the record store, hit the game room, bowl, check out vendors, grab band merch, and then walk right back into the music.
Can I leave and come back?
Yes. You can leave and come back.
What is the capacity like?
We are intentionally limiting ticket sales. The goal is enough people that it feels like a real festival, but not so many that it becomes overcrowded, chaotic, or a fight for space. As festival goers ourselves, we despise oversold and overcrowded rooms. it will be full, but comfortable. Westside bowl is a large space...Our primary motivators are scene and experience based and NOT profit based.
Will I be able to get close to the stage?
Yes. This is one stage with controlled capacity. You should be able to get up front if you want to without feeling crushed.
Are there multiple stages?
No. One stage. No overlaps. No missed sets.
Are there VIP tickets or VIP areas?
No. No VIP tiers and no exclusive areas. Everyone is in the same room.
Is it all ages?
Yes. Westside Bowl is all ages. ID is required for alcohol.
What kind of crowd should I expect?
People who are there for the music. Bands, fans, and friends sharing the same space. You will see bands watching sets, hanging out, and being part of the room too. Like a family reunion you'd want to attend....
Will there be long lines and crowd bottlenecks?
That is exactly what we are trying to avoid. We are capping attendance on purpose so the room stays comfortable and people can move around freely.
Can I step away from the room for a bit?
Yes. One of the main goals is to create a festival where you can step out, reset, hang with friends, and come back without losing the whole experience.
When should I buy tickets?
We are limiting capacity on purpose. If you know you are coming, buying in advance is the best move.
Are one day tickets available?
Maybe. If 4 day passes do not sell out, a limited number of one day tickets may be released.
Those would go on sale after the daily lineups and schedule are announced.
Who do I contact if I have a question that is not answered here?
Use the contact page on this site and we WILL get back to you. We will not leave ya hanging.