M3F Wristband Activation : How Do I Use My RFID Wristband?

You have to activate your RFID M3F Wristband before entering to the Festival. M3F is located on the east side of Margaret T. Hance Park at 1200 N 1st Street, Phoenix, AZ 85004. There is no parking provided by the Venue. Please use the Valley Metro Light Rail System, Uber, Lyft, walk, or stay downtown at one of many hotels – use their parking – walk to the Festival.

How Do I Use My RFID Wristband?

Your M3F RFID Wristband will allow you to create an open credit/debit card registration for easy payments and access at M3F. For peace of mind, wristbands can be pin-code protected but, importantly, credit card details are not stored on the band itself.

M3F RFID Wristband payments are processed via a PCI-compliant vault through our merchant processor; in addition, you will have the option to sign up for email receipts during Wristband Activation either via the Billfold Web Registration portal or an onsite terminal outside before entering the Festival or inside the Festival at Customer Service. Please click here for instructions on how to activate your RFID wristband!

Please do not tighten or put on your wristband on before the Festival. The clasp will lock into position, and you’ll be unable to take if off or loosen it without damaging it. This is for the security of your wristband that is your ticket and your means of making purchases onsite. This is for your security during the event. If you have tightened your wrist band or damaged your wristband after tightening it, there is a $25 replacement fee. You will need to bring the wristband and your ID to confirm you order, pay for the new wristband, and then you will be able to enter the event.

Art Activations

M3F installations are inspired by the beautiful Arizona landscape. This year you will find experiences that are reminiscent of iconic spots like Estrella Mountain Park, Antelope Canyon, Chiricahua National Monument, and Emerald Cove.

The Ponderosa Vendor Village

Stay cool, hydrate and find some awesome swag from M3F local vendors in this unique space inspired by the Ponderosa forests in Northern Arizona.

Food

Food is much more than fuel, it’s an experience all in itself. Each year we bring a taste of Phoenix to M3F with a selection of local food truck options. You’ll find options including vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free choices to satisfy every appetite.