ACCESSIBILITY
Tons of Rock works actively to ensure that everyone who wants to, can participate at the festival. We do this by ensuring that the area is accessible and by giving free entry to a companion on presentation of a carer certificate.
Tons of Rock works actively to ensure that everyone who wants to attend the festival can do so. We achieve this by making sure the festival grounds are accessible and by offering free admission for companions with a valid companion certificate. In addition, we collaborate with the Sunflower Program to make invisible disabilities visible.
Tons of Rock takes place at Ekebergsletta, where the terrain is primarily grass. This means the ground surface varies somewhat, but fortunately, there are no significant inclines. If it rains heavily, some of the busy pathways may get muddy, but we do our best throughout the event to maintain accessibility and ensure that everyone can move around the festival area with ease.
There are plenty of seating areas around the festival grounds, both inside the Storm tent and scattered throughout the site, even though they are not marked on the venue map.
Accessibility map 2025
Above is an accessible map of the festival area.
1. Tickets and Accreditation
You will exchange your ticket for a wristband, or collecting a wristband for your companion in the accreditation booth, by the main entrance. At the accreditation booth, you can also collect Sunflower products such as wristbands, lanyards, and pins. These items are free and available as long as we have them in stock.
2. Info
Our infobooth is located outside the VIP area, facing Moonlight Stage and The Storm Stage. Here you can ask any questions you might have while at the festival. The info booth is open from 12:00 to 00:00 every day during the festival.
3. The Sun
Near the accessible viewing platform at the Scream Stage, there is a designated area called The Sun, named after Edvard Munch’s artwork. This area is staffed by our wonderful accessibility hosts from Aurora Verksted. They will be wearing black t-shirts with turquoise lettering and are there to answer questions about accessibility at the festival.
The Sun area, covering 160 square meters, is fenced off and includes a 50-square-meter viewing platform creatively decorated by the team from Aurora Verksted. Here, you'll also find an accessible toilet, tables and benches, and some noise-canceling headphones for those who may need a timeout. This area is planned with accessibility in mind - contact our accessibility hosts if you have any questions.
Standing on the accessible platform is not permitted—if you’re not using a wheelchair, you must use the chairs provided. The placement of the accessible platforms at the different stages is determined based on production and venue logistics. It's essential that these platforms are positioned for easy wheelchair access, especially during large concerts when crowds gather near the stage.
If you have feedback, suggestions, or requests for this year’s or future Tons of Rock festivals, feel free to share them with our accessibility hosts on-site or contact us at info@tonsofrock.no.
4. VIP stands
As in previous years, we have platforms in the VIP area where you can take a break and enjoy a fantastic view of the main stage. Please note that these platforms are accessed via stairs and are therefore unfortunately not accessible to wheelchair users.
Our VIP stands facing Scream Stage are marked on the map. Please note that this area only is available to guests with a VIP-upgraded ticket.
5. Blind Spot
Our Blind Spot is a designated area at the festival that offers incredible sound quality but no view of the stage. This area is located behind the delay towers. It is fenced off and equipped with tables and benches so that blind or visually impaired guests can enjoy the concert with the best sound experience and no crowding. Companions are, of course, welcome here as well.
Companion Certificate
The form for registering a companion closed at April 1st 2025.
If you have any questions about companion accreditation, contact akkreditering@tonsofrock.no.
Both you and your companion must be present when collecting wristbands in the accreditation booth. Remember to bring the companion certificate when arriving at the festival.
Parking
Parking spaces near the festival area are extremely limited. The few available spots will be prioritized for accessible parking (HC-parking). If you require accessible parking, please contact billett@tonsofrock.no to purchase a parking ticket.
The distance from the ticket booths to the accessible parking area is approximately 160 meters (as the crow flies).
Please note: there is limited availability. Once sold out, accessible parking will unfortunately not be available.
Food and Allergies
Tons of Rock offers a wide variety of food and drink options, including vegetarian, vegan, and allergy-friendly alternatives. All food stalls and dishes are labeled with allergy information.
If you need to bring prescription medication onto the festival grounds, make sure to carry the original packaging and have a photo of the prescription, which can be shown to security staff if needed. We do not issue attestations in advance, as we cannot verify what you are bringing. For further questions about medications, contact info@tonsofrock.no.
If you need to bring food or drink for medical reasons, please email info@tonsofrock.no, and we will assist you.
Tons of Rock – A Sunflower-Friendly Festival for Everyone
Tons of Rock is proud to announce that we will once again be part of the Sunflower Program in 2025 – an international symbol that highlights invisible disabilities. After receiving incredibly positive feedback last year, we are continuing the important work of making our festival more inclusive and accessible for all.
Many people live with challenges that aren’t visible on the outside – such as anxiety, ADHD, epilepsy, hearing impairments, or chronic pain. Wearing the Sunflower symbol at our festival shows that someone may need a little extra understanding, time, or support. We are part of the Sunflower Program because we want to make it easier for visitors with invisible disabilities to feel safe and cared for while attending our event.
All staff and volunteers at the festival will once again receive training on what the Sunflower symbol represents and how to best meet the needs of those who wear it.
We look forward to welcoming you to a festival that doesn’t just rock – but also stands for inclusion, respect, diversity, and accessibility.
Sunflower products are free and can be collected (while supplies last) at the festival’s information booth or accreditation desk.
Read more about the Sunflower Program here: A symbol for invisible disabilities.
Didn’t find the answer you were looking for? Contact us at info@tonsofrock.no or visit the information booth during the festival.