What do you need help with?
Everything you need to know about your order and tickets.
These answers are for reference across all stores and may not all apply for your event.
Can I Upgrade to Super VIP?
Upgrades to Super VIP may be available on the Day from the box office subject to availability.
Once I leave the festival can I re-enter?
Only Super VIP ticket holders have unlimited re-entry until the doors close. After this time, there will be no more pass-outs.
What is the address for the venue?
BEC Complex Manchester, Sat Nav use M17 1SN, then follow the on-site digital signs to the correct car park.
Is there a dress code?
We operate a festival-friendly dress code; fancy dress is optional. The entire site is on hard ground (no mud), please check the weather and dress appropriately.
Bag policy
To ensure everyone has the best experience, we urge people not to bring large bags as it slows down search times. If you need to bring a bag, please ensure that it is no bigger than an A4 piece of paper.
Where can I find set times?
Set times are available on our social media platforms and will also be e-mailed to ticket holders.
Is Sidewinder under cover?
Some arenas are fully covered.
Do I need to print my tickets off?
We recommend printing off your barcoded ticket (each ticket has an individual barcode). You can also show your barcodes on your phone; however, please ensure your screen brightness is set to maximum in advance to speed up the process.
I’ve lost my ticket e-mail.
Please visit the Support section of our website to recover your ticket.
Entry Policy
We operate a strict search upon entry policy. All persons are required to be searched upon entry. (No Search, No Entry). You will also need Valid Age I.D. for entry. We only accept government-issued photographic I.D. (Passport, Driving License, or Citizens Card). This is a strictly 18+ event!
Can I change the name on my ticket?
As per the terms of sale, all tickets are non-refundable and non-transferable (no name changes). Photo I.D. must match the name on the ticket to be Valid. For group tickets, this means the lead booker must be present with their guests. Full terms can be found on your ticket or at:
Is it safe to buy secondhand tickets?
Tickets purchased from any individual or a 3rd party website will not be valid tickets and therefore will not guarantee entry to this event. Only tickets purchased from our official website or Skiddle will ensure guaranteed entry. We are not responsible for any ticket purchases or losses made anywhere else other than from these two official ticket outlets.
How can I apply for a carer ticket with my order?
For this event, you can request a carer ticket by emailing info@sidewinderfestival.comIf a customer is unable to attend the festival without the support from a PA, then we will provide an additional PA ticket at no extra cost as long as a full price ticket is purchased in advance in your own name. Customers found making a false application will have their Festival tickets cancelled without reimbursement.
> This ticket can only be approved by the Access Team.
> Please DO NOT buy a ticket for your PA as this will NOT be refunded.
> The PA ticket is provided on the expectation that your PA is willing and able to assist you throughout your visit and would be available and able to help you in the event of an evacuation.
It is important that we are able to identify those people who genuinely need a PA ticket and we are always faced with people trying to exploit this. To be eligible for the PA Ticket Scheme you must be able to supply some documentation dated within the past 12 months or with valid date covering the event. Please email the address above for more information.
PA/Carer tickets applications close 6 weeks before the date of the show you are applying for.
Applications can take up to 6 weeks to process.
Personal assistant (PA) responsibility
PAs must arrive and leave the festival with the access customer they are supporting. They must be able to perform all requirements as needed by the access customer, including assistance during an evacuation or other emergency.
In a site evacuation, please ensure that your PA knows they are your main point of assistance in an emergency evacuation. Crowd management personnel will assist in moving everybody to a place of safety.
Something not covered here?
Please check the FAQ sections above to check if we have already covered your question, if not contact us here.
I received an error when placing my order, the charge is now 'pending'. Where are my tickets and have I been charged?
There are a number of reasons why this might have happened. In order to make a successful order please ensure the details provided match those that the card are registered under. Please confirm that you are entering your postcode on the payment screen next to the CVC section. This box will appear once you begin entering your card number. Otherwise this order has most likely failed validation as the details which were provided do not match those registered. No payment will be taken as the validation was unsuccessful. If this transaction is still 'Pending' then your bank may have ringfenced the money as a security measure and will usually refund this transaction within 3 working days.
I purchased tickets for myself and my friends/family in a single order but the tickets are all listed under my name, will my group still get in?
Yes, so long as your group all enter together or possess the primary ticket holder's ID if entering at different times.
My friend purchased these tickets in their name. Please can I change the name on this order?
Yes, if the event organiser has allowed this you can follow the 'Change Name' process from within 'Your Tickets'. Please note that an additional transaction charge may be applicable for this.
My order was placed on a ticket supplier that isn't Eventcube, how do I access my tickets?
Eventcube has no access to third party or external ticket support facilities. Please contact the event provider directly for assistance or the platform on which tickets were purchased for support.
Can I add Booking Refund Insurance after I have already placed an order?
Booking Refund Insurance is only applicable when purchased at the point of initial sale. There is no way to purchase Booking Refund Insurance for a ticket thereafter.
How can I check if I ordered booking refund insurance?
Your tickets received via the email address used when purchasing will indicate whether you purchased Booking Refund Insurance.
How do I pay the outstanding balance on my instalment tickets?
If you have outstanding balance on an installment ticket, go to Manage Order. Here you will find a 'Instalments' button where you can manage your payments
I ordered tickets, but I haven't received anything to my email address?
Your tickets should arrive within 30 minutes of purchase as long as email validation has been submitted correctly. If you have not received your ticket confirmation within 24 hours, you can Find Your Order.
I've booked tickets somewhere else - can you confirm that they're genuine?
Eventcube has no access to third party or external ticket support facilities. Please contact the event provider directly for assistance or the platform on which tickets were purchased for support.
How secure is my personal information?
We use DigiCert certified 256-bit Secure Socket Layering and Stripe to process your payments and to keep your details safe. We do not store your credit card details after the transaction is complete.
What payment methods do you accept?
We take payments from Visa, Mastercard, Maestro, American Express and JCB and all debit cards.
My transaction was declined/unsuccessful.
If your transaction was declined, please ensure your card and billing address details are entered correctly. If you are still encountering problems, please contact your bank.
I purchased Booking Refund Insurance and I can no longer attend, how do I get a refund?
If you have purchased Booking Refund Insurance you may be eligible for a refund. Go to Manage Order, you can find the 'Refund' button under the 'Your Tickets' tab to make a claim.
I can no longer attend, please can I have a refund?
If you have purchased Booking Refund Insurance you may be eligible for a refund. Go to Manage Order, you can find the 'Refund' button under the 'Your Tickets' tab to make a claim.
I am no longer friends with the person that purchased my tickets for me, how do I get my ticket from them?
Only the ticket holder is able to make any changes to the order including name changes.
I didn't place this order, I think it might be fraudulent, how do I get a refund?
Please contact your bank directly to raise this claim who will deal with all false and fraudelent transactions.
My event has been cancelled, how do I claim a refund?
This is subject to the event organisers refund and cancellation policy. Please seek further instruction directly from the event organiser.
I've been charged twice, can I get a refund, please?
If you have been charged twice then contact the event organiser.
How long will my refund take to reach my account?
Refunds can take between 5-10 working days to reach your account.
I've lost my tickets, can they be resent?
If you have lost your ticket confirmation or not received it within 24 hours, you can Find Your Order.
I've lost access to my email address, how do I update the email address linked to my order?
Please contact your event organiser. with the event details, your name and the email address you used to buy the tickets, along with the new email address. Please note you may be asked to provide suitable identification to ensure proof of purchase.
What ticket type have I ordered?
This information will be displayed in your confirmation email. If you have lost your confirmation email, you can Find Your Order.
My friend purchased these tickets in their name. Please can I change the name on this order?
Yes, if the event organiser has allowed this, go to Manage Order, go to 'Change Name' process from within 'Your Tickets'. Please note that an additional transaction charge may be applicable for this.
I bought my ticket as a gift but I'm not attending, will the person using the ticket get in?
This is event dependent. Some of our event partners allow tickets to be used by unnamed guests and usually just require the unnamed ticketholder to provide a copy of the original ticketholder's ID upon entry to validate. Please check the event terms & conditions located at the bottom of the event store page for further details.
What is an e-ticket?
An e-ticket is an electronically delivered ticket via email. You will need to take the full e-ticket with the booking reference or barcode with you, either on your phone or as paper print out along with ID to gain entry to the event. You may also be required, if requested by the organiser to provide the credit card that was used in the transaction. We recommend printing or downloading the e-ticket in advance to avoid any issues on the door.What are the booking fees or hidden charges?
Tickets purchased may be subject to a per ticket, non-refundable booking fee which is set by the event organiser. What you see at checkout is what you pay, there are no hidden costs apart from the ticket price and booking fee.How many tickets can I buy for an event?
The limit for ticket purchases for a single event varies. The order limit will be shown in the dropdown when selecting your ticket quantity.Can I resell my tickets?
If your event organiser has enabled Ticket Resale, you can list your tickets via Eventcube but only after the event has sold out. Please follow these instructions to Ticket Resale if applicable.
- Go to Manage Order
- If enabled, click 'Sell tickets' and follow the instructions.
Can I resell this order to my friends?
Tickets cannot be resold directly between individuals and are listed for general resale. If your event organiser has enabled Ticket Resale, you can list your tickets via Eventcube but only after the event has sold out. Please follow these instructions to Ticket Resale if applicable.
- Go to Manage Order
- If enabled, click 'Sell tickets' and follow the instructions.
If I resell my tickets to my friends, can they get in with the ticket in my name?
They must present ID of the named ticket buyer listed on their ticket at the time of entry.
How can I apply for a carer ticket with my order?
This is event dependent, see Event Info or you can contact event organiser.
Is the event accessible?
This is event dependent, see Event Info or you can contact event organiser.