Frequently Asked Questions
ARE THERE ANY GROUP TRANSPORTATION OPTIONS?
Regional Charter Buses (Rally Bus)
Traveling from outside Portland? Rally Bus is offering charter buses from locations across Massachusetts, Maine, and New Hampshire.
- Don't see a stop near you? Request one!
- Buses require 25+ riders to run, so invite your friends and fellow OTO fans to help fill your route.
- It's an easy way to skip driving, parking, and post-show traffic.
INFO - CLICK HERE
Carpool with Slinger
Driving? Make the trip together with Slinger.
Offer seats in your car or find a ride with other attendees to:
- split gas and parking costs
- reduce traffic and emissions
- make the trip more fun
INFO - CLICK HERE
IS THERE PARKING AT THOMPSON'S POINT?
Parking at Thompson’s Point is limited, so we encourage fans to plan ahead before arriving. The only on-site options are privately owned lots that charge a fee. If you’re able to secure a spot, that’s great, but availability is limited and rates may be high.
AVAILABLE LOTS:
33 Sewall Street, Portland Maine (Orthopedic Associates)
- Day of purchase only
- Available for all shows AFTER 5pm
- Walk to site via sidewalk – no shuttle. Walk is approximately ½ mile.
- $40 Passport Zone 1215, no cash
Gateway Garage: 181 HIgh Street, Portland, Maine
- Purchase in advance or day of at Parking.com
- Available AFTER 3PM for all shows
- Complimentary shuttle included in price. Shuttle will drop off and pick up at Thompson’s Point. Schedule to be released soon
- $35 +/- fix price.
- When you purchase online, the instructions will detail the shuttle hours (starting 3 hours before doors open, with the last run back to Gateway at 11:30 PM).
Mercy Hospital – LOT A: 65 Fore River Parkway, Portland, Maine
- Available ONLY AFTER 3PM
- Day of purchase only
- Walk to site via Portland Trails – no shuttle. Walk is approximately 1 mile.
- $30 Passport Zone TBD, no cash
NOTE: We recommend exploring other options: Thompson’s Point is adjacent to the Portland Transportation Center, with access to Greater Portland METRO (Route 1 and METRO BREEZ), Concord Coach Lines, and the Amtrak Downeaster. It’s also connected to the Portland Trails system via the Fore River Parkway Trail for those who prefer to walk or bike to the show.
Will there be a lineup schedule for the shows at Thompson’s Point?
Yes! The daily lineups have been released and are available on the Artist Page of this website.
Doors open at 4:00 PM and music starts at 4:30 PM.
Will there be Guster beer?
Yes! We’ve partnered with our friends at Bissell Brothers Brewery to bring you the 2025 Guster On The Ocean Brew.
Are there age restrictions?
On the Ocean is an all ages event.
Is there a discount for kids tickets?
Yes! Single day tickets for Saturday and Sunday are available for children 13 and under. There are no discounted single day kids tickets for Friday at The Merrill Auditorium.
Are there kids' tickets available for the Merrill Auditorium?
There are no discounted single-day kids tickets for Friday at The State Theatre.
Discounted kids tickets for Friday can only be purchased as part of a 3-day pass.
Are there kids' VIP tickets?
No, but children can enter the VIP area if accompanied by a VIP ticket-holding guardian.
Are VIP tickets available?
VIP tickets are sold out for this year’s event.
Are single-day tickets available for the August 7th concert at the Merrill Auditorium?
No, they are sold out.
Should I really dress up for the concert at the Merrill Auditorium?
We absolutely encourage all forms of fun dress! At the very least, everyone should be wearing pants—or some form of covering. No shirt, no shoes, no service, baby.
Sign-Ups & Activities
All activities at Thompson’s Point and the State Theatre are first-come, first-served. Offsite activity tickets will go on sale soon, and we will notify fans when they do.
Vendor & Contact Info
How do I sign up to be a vendor?
Contact guster@guster.com.
Additional Info
Learn more about venue policies, including parking and permitted items, at Thompson’s Point and Merrill Auditorium.
Still have a question? Email guster@guster.com
Ticketing issue? Contact The State Theatre Box Office at 207-956-6000
