About This Event
John Mellencamp: Camping, Suites, Parking, Tailgating takes place at Sleepybear Campground in Noblesville, Indiana, on Saturday, July 18, 2026 at 11:00 AM. The campground is located at 13231 East 146th Street, directly across the street from Ruoff Music Center, also known as Deer Creek.
Options include parking and tailgating, tent camping, RV/camper camping, and indoor suites. Parking or tailgating passes are $25 and include day-of-show parking or tailgating for one vehicle from 2:00 PM to 1:00 AM. Tent camping passes are $80 for one night of camping for two people and one vehicle, with solo travelers welcome at the same price. RV/camper camping passes are $160 and include one night for up to four people and parking for one RV or camper.
Sleepybear Suites are also available for $200 and include one night in a private suite with one queen bed and parking for one vehicle. Suite guests are placed in one of the rooms on the campground property: the Jimmy Buffet Room, Da Reggae Room, or the DMB Room.
- One vehicle per camping or parking/tailgating pass is strictly enforced
- Pets are welcome, but must be leashed and cleaned up after
- All ages are welcome
- All sales are final, no refunds
- Check-in for camping is Saturday, July 18 at 11:00 AM
- Check-out is Sunday, July 19 by 11:00 AM
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