Money, hat, maps, water, picnic blanket, backpack or fanny pack, comfy shoes, sweatshirt for evening. Check the weather report. You might need sunscreen and sunglasses, or jacket and umbrella. Festival honchos discourage people from bringing pets.
Admission is free.
You also can buy crafts and knickknacks. Some ATMs are scattered throughout downtown, but the lines can get very long. It's better to stop for cash before the festival, says operations director Erik Redmond. Last year, many of the ATMs ran out of cash on Saturday. From the 91 Freeway, exit 14th Street and go west.