Beginner's Guide to Rockstar Energy presents TRNSMT

Heading to Rockstar Energy presents TRNSMT for the very first time? Whether you’re coming for a day or making a full weekend of it, this quick beginner’s guide will help you get sorted before you arrive, so you can focus on the music and making memories!

Before you arrive

1. Plan your travel

Don’t leave it to the last minute. Glasgow is well connected, but things can get busy during the festival. Please note there is no parking at TRNSMT Festival, so we recommend using public transport or arranging to be picked up/dropped off in designated locations. Plan ahead and know how you’re getting here and how you’re getting home!

Pick-up/Drop off locations:

North – Duke Street at High Street

South – Caledonia Road

East – London Road, east of Bridgeton Rail Station

West – Broomielaw, west of Oswald Street

Train: Glasgow Central, Glasgow Queen Street, High Street, Argyle Street, and Bridgeton stations are all a short walk from the festival site.

Walking: Glasgow Green is well serviced by all major travel hubs in the city centre which are all within walking distance of the festival site.  Please stick to signed routes and don't cut through residential areas. 

Bus: Under 22s travel for free on regular local and national bus services.  Buchanan Bus Station is a 20-minute walk away. 

Subway: St Enoch and Bridge Street Stations are within a 10-minute walk. Please note the Subway closes early on Sundays.

Visit our travel info page for everything you need to know.

2. Get the TRNSMT app

Stage times, site map, real-time updates, your tickets – all in your pocket.

3. Pack smart

Struggling with what to bring? Here are some festival essentials to help you get started…

A bag smaller than A4 paper, valid ID, bank card or contactless payment, an empty soft water bottle or pouch 500ml or less (no glass or metal), small travel size sunscreen, portable phone charger, small camera, sunglasses, wet wipes or tissues, ear plugs, small hand sanitiser, any medication you need – this must be clearly labelled and in the original box or container. If you use a syringe, get in touch with our Accessibility Team beforehand and please take this to one of our first aid points where you can dispose of this safely.

Please don't bring:

Disposable vapes, bags bigger than A4 paper, glass (including perfumes), metal/glass/ hard plastic water bottles, food or drink (even if unopened), drugs, flares, fireworks and smoke canisters, chairs, professional cameras, selfie sticks, umbrellas, or anything else you’d have to explain to security!

Visit our Essential Info page to find out more.

Please be prepared for delays on entry for searches and ID checks. Any items confiscated will not be returned, so pack carefully and don’t risk it!

4. Plan your weekend

Check the lineup ahead of time. Build your own schedule in the app and be open to surprises – sometimes the best moments happen at the sets you didn’t plan to see!

Ferriswheel with Rockstar Energy Drink branding in the centre and blue skies in the background.

During the festival

See all your faves (and discover new ones): There’s more to TRNSMT than the Main Stage! Why not pop by the King Tut’s Stage or BBC Introducing Stage?
The Hangout: Exclusive to over 18s, The Hangout is packed with fun, energy and a few surprises you won’t want to miss. It’s the perfect spot to take a break from the buzz of the main stages or get involved in some more unique fun. We’re talking Bongo’s Bingo, high-energy ceilidhs, Drag-aoke hosted by Miss Lola Fierce, banging DJ sets, pub quizzes, buskers, and more. Plus, fans of the Who Agrees? podcast with Paul Black and Kendra McPherson can join the duo as they talk all things pop-culture for a special live recording. If you're lucky, you might just stumble across a secret set from one of your favourite artists too... 
Fun fair: Whether you're chasing an adrenaline rush or looking for that perfect insta-moment, we've got you covered.
Secret Garden: Tucked away from the main stage, the Secret Garden is your hidden oasis right in the heart of the festival.
Reset: Need a breather? Reset is the place to be.
Jägerplatz: The lineup doesn’t just include ice cold drinks, but some phenomenal DJ’s – this is an area you won’t want to miss. Just follow the stag…
BBC Radio 1 Photobooth: This is where you can get the chance to meet and take a photo with your favourite artists on the lineup!
Look after yourself and each other: Stay hydrated, eat well, and take breaks. TRNSMT is meant to be unforgettable – but for all the right reasons. Don’t let one daft decision ruin your whole weekend. Find out how to avoid festival FOMO.
Help us keep TRNSMT looking as good as you: Insta-worthy selfies don’t come with rubbish in the background. Please use the bins!

crowd singing at the hangout stage

After the festival

Know your way home: Whether it's a train, a bus, or you're getting a lift, make sure you plan it in advance so you get home safely!

Already missing it? We feel you. Re-live the magic and share your photos and videos with us. Make sure to tag @TRNSMTFEST so we can re-live it with you!

Now you’ve got the basics, it’s time to make it real. Bring your energy, bring your pals, and create unforgettable memories. See you on Glasgow Green!