Widows Harvest takes place on the weekend of September 22nd and 23rd at the beautiful PNA Youth Camp. Any questions you may have should be answered in the FAQ section below, but if not, you can always contact us via email.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q - Is this open to the public?
A - Yes, Widows Harvest is open to the public. We used to be invitation-only, and we still restrict the number of tickets sold.
Q - Where is this exactly?
A - Our venue is The PNA Youth Camp, near Yorkville, Illinois. About one mile west of Route 47, just north of the Fox River, at 10701 River Road.
Q - What's the price?
A - Online tickets are $80 for a weekend pass. Other options are available, including single-day tickets. We also offer a Token System. Purchase a Token for $20 online and you can choose between many more options at the gate, including "partial tickets", allowing for a three-hour stay (details at the gate). Click HERE for the ticketing site. Tickets can be purchased at the gate, $100 for the full weekend, single-day tickets for Friday and Saturday will be $50 and $60, respectively. See the ticketing site for our refund policy.
Q - What about children?
A - Childen 13-and-younger are free. Accompanied teens 14-18 years old are only ten bucks, payable at the gate. No unaccompanied minors are allowed.
Q - What is the camping situation, anyway?
A - Primitive camping is included, even with a single-day pass. Our main campground is flat, well-shaded and manicured.
Q - Can I park my car at my campsite? Is there electricity?
A - The parking area is separate from the camping area, but it is possible to set up your campsite very close to your car. Campsite parking is only allowed at our Premium Reserved Electric Campsites. Reserve Premium sites HERE.
Q - What is the restroom situation? Please don't say porta-potties.
A - You will not find any porta-potties at our events. There are plenty of real, clean, modern restrooms, and there are even hot showers.
Q - Will there be a food vendor?
A - Food service will be provided by Eliza's Angels Food Trailer. The complete menu is still to be determined, but the featured meal will be a taco plate. As usual, breakfast will be served in the pavilion on Saturday morning, for a modest price.
Q - Do you offer VIP status?
A - No, but we do offer an "All-inclusive Package", which we think is more appropriate (every guest is a VIP in our eyes). The all-inclusive package includes lots of goodies. Click HERE for the All-inclusive Package.
Q - Can I bring my RV?
A - Yes, you can reserve an electric RV spot HERE. Boondockers are welcome, too, at no charge.
Q - Can I bring my dog?
A - Yes. We strongly believe that well-behaved dogs add to the experience. Just keep them on a leash
Q - What's this I hear about lodging upgrades?
A - In addition to private cabins, we offer rooms in our on-site Bed & Breakfast Inn. There are two cabins available. The smaller cabin has 1 bed and the larger cabin has 4 beds. Both cabins have a private bathroom with shower. The Bed & Breakfast rooms sleep up to three adults. Click HERE to reserve a cabin or Bed & Breakfast room.
Q - Can I use a charcoal grill or build a campfire?
A - Individual campfires are allowed but must be entirely contained and off the ground. We require that you use a raised fire pit. We do allow propane camp stoves and charcoal grills, but please be responsible. Never leave a fire unattended. Unattended fires will be immediately extinguished by our security staff. Do not dump coals or ashes on the ground. Once the fire is completely out and coals are cool to the touch, dispose of properly in the trash.
Q - Is this BYOB?
A - Yes, you can bring your own food and drink. Glass is prohibited in the performance space, but you can check your bottles at the bar.
Q - Is the stage outdoors?
A - No. All performances take place inside the beautiful 3,500 sq ft Dance Hall. This way we are not subject to rain or cold that we often encounter in late September in Chicago.
Q - Are there chairs in the performance space?
A - Yes, there are a few tables and chairs, and you can bring your lawn chairs inside, too. Just be respectful of others.
Q - Are there in-and-out privileges?
A - Of course.
Q - Will there be an ATM?
A - No, but we are not far from town.
Q - Is WI-FI available?
A - No, but there is great cellphone coverage.