SAN BERNARDINO, CA – Are you going to Beyond Wonderland and want to experience more than the incredible music and epic stages? You’re in luck, because the world built around the music at Beyond Wonderland is just as captivating as the lineup itself. From hidden interactive experiences and awe-inspiring art to carnival rides and costumed performers, there’s a whole universe to explore if you know where to look. Look no further, as we’re going to break down 10 awesome offerings at Beyond Wonderland that make perfect side quests.
1) Carnival Rides
Get epic festival-wide views on the Century Wheel or take a wild spin on the Wave Swinger. If you want to beat the crowds and catch the magic hour, arrive early for shorter lines and a golden sunset you won’t soon forget.
2) Art Installations
The most mind-blowing art might be hiding right around the corner. Mad Hatter’s Hat On Fire. Flower Tower. LED Mushrooms. Lily Cups. The Throne. White Rabbit. Think you can find them all? Follow the map, check off every installation, then go off-script. For those willing to wander, even more little wonders await beyond what’s listed on the map.
3) Mad Bazaar
The Mad Bazaar at Beyond Wonderland is an immersive themed area designed as an eclectic marketplace, lounge and party space. It features a smaller, intimate acoustic musical stage, games, interactive art, craft vendors, and more.
4) Mad Tea Party
Catch whimsical performers, elegant glowing decor, photo ops, and lounge areas at Mad Tea Party, where Alice in Wonderland magic truly comes alive.
5) The Rabbit Hole
Step through secret doors into something wonderfully strange! The Rabbit Hole is a weekend-long hidden playground of mind-bending art installations, hypnotic light shows, and surprise micro-performances waiting around every corner.
6) Brand Activations
Explore a curated collection of brand activations from the likes of Ghost, White Claw, Goodr, Beat Box, and more — each offering one-of-a-kind experiences and/or exciting product giveaways.
7) Frickfrack Blackjack
Forget chips… at Frickfrack Blackjack, the stakes are way more fun! Toss your kandi, plushies, rubber duckies, or random treasures on the table and try your luck against a crew of mischievous clown dealers who are just as likely to make you laugh as they are to make you lose. Hit 21 and walk away with something wonderfully unexpected!
8) The Oasis
In the heart of the festival lives a place of calm. The Oasis, Ground Control’s dedicated haven, welcomes you with tranquil lighting, flowing fabrics, and plush bean bags, offering earplugs, festival guides, peer support, or simply a quiet moment to decompress and find your footing again.
9) Insomniac Consciousness Group
Are you raving sober and looking for a home base? Stop by the Insomniac Consciousness Group tent for some free candy and scheduled support meetings throughout the night. Share your experience with a dedicated community of like-minded sober ravers. Stay updated on meeting times and details at instagram.com/insomniac.cg or facebook.com/InsomniacConsciousness.
10) Get Lost in the Madness
This list is just a teaser. Beyond Wonderland is bursting with surprises that no guide or festival map could ever capture. At Beyond Wonderland 2023, I found myself in group therapy with a talking gecko followed by dancing with ice cream fairies. You never know what you’ll find, so let yourself get lost!
Have fun out there and soak up every magical moment Beyond Wonderland has to offer! Check out the festival map below to plan out your side quests. Grab your tickets here and stay tuned for our “everything you need to know” festival guide dropping in the week leading up to Beyond Wonderland Souther California 2026.
