FAQs

Watch the replay of our virtual campfire where the Escapade Directors answer questions about the upcoming 61st Escapade!

General questions about Escapade:

What is Escapade?

Escapade is the largest annual gathering of the Escapees RVing community. For five fun-filled days, you’ll have the opportunity to attend up to 60 technical and lifestyle seminars, workshops and discussion panels, browse the Escapade market, visit the many Chapters, BoFs and Escapee parks represented at the event, as well as socialize, enjoy concerts and other evening entertainment, door prizes and much, much more.  It’s the perfect time to get to know this great community and discover everything the Escapees RV Club has to offer.

I’m new to Escapade. Will I feel welcome at Escapade?

Absolutely! 1st time attendees are always amazed by the inclusiveness they experience at Escapade. In fact, there’s a 1st Timer’s Social, just for you!  We’ve also created a First Timer 101, loaded with questions and answers especially for first time attendees. Click here.

Where is the 63rd Escapade being held?

The 63rd Escapade is being held at the Sweetwater Events Center in Rock Springs, WY. 

How do I get to the event location?

The physical address is 3320 Yellowstone Rd, Rock Springs, WY 82901 .

Detailed directions will be included with your arrival documents and emailed to you prior to event arrival.
Your GPS should take you right to it.

What are the dates of the 63rd Escapade?

June 16-21, 2024 are the event dates.

Early arrival options begin on Friday, June 14th, for those desiring to get parked and settled before the event kicks off.

What are the dates of future Escapades?

Can’t make it to Rock Springs? That’s ok! Escapade happens every year. To see the full list of upcoming events, check out Future Escapade Dates.

Registration questions:

What is the cost for the event?

Basic registration (five nights dry camping and all events access) is $285 per couple.

Please visit Escapade registration details for other event pricing options.

What are the camping options?

Dry Camping or minimum 30 amp FHU.

*NEW* There will be an additional Full Hook Up section located a little farther in the complex at the Boar’s Tusk Campground with Dark Sky sites.

If your RV has 50 amp service, please bring the appropriate adaptor in the event of a 30 amp spot.

Will I be able to hook-up with standard length hoses/power cord?

In Rock Springs you should come prepared with at least 50 feet of sewer, water and electric hoses.

How and when do I register?

Registration will open early January, 2024.
You may register as follows:

Is there a handicap parking area?

Yes, there is a handicap RV parking section available to registrants possessing and displaying a valid state-issued handicap permit, on a first-come first-served basis. There is a very limited amount of handicap parking available.

Please request this option and provide your handicap permit number to register for handicap parking. 

May we arrive and register onsite at the event?

Yes, you may register for Escapade upon arrival at the event center. Please advise the parking team that you are not registered, and they will direct you to Customer Service to complete the registration process. 

Full hook-up Dark Sky Boar’s Tusk and Dry Camping sites are limited and may not be available.

Will I be able to arrive early or stay over after the event, and what are the nightly fees?

Early arrival days are Friday, June 14, and Saturday, June 15th.  Extended stay days are Friday, June 21st, and Saturday, June 22nd.

Per-night fees are:  Dry Camping – $25.00,  Boar’s Tusk FHU – $30.00 and White Mountain FHU – $35.00.

You can pre-pay for these options when you register.

Can I park with my friends?

Yes, if you arrive together & have pre-selected the same camping option when you registered. For groups of five or more rigs, please email the parking team leader at escapadeparking@escapees.com to advise the number of rigs in your group and an approximate time of your group’s arrival. Our parking team will do their best to get you parked together.

If your camping options (Dry Camping, White Mountain, or Boar’s Tusk) are not the same, you will not be parked together.

Can I park with an Escapees group?

Yes, however you must sign up to park with either Xscapers, Boomers, Families or Solos in White Mountain FHU only.

Dry Camping is limited at this facility and will not be separated by group. 

Our parking team will do their best to get you parked together but understand this is not a guarantee.

What is the “Event Ticket” and “Parking Permit”?

The Event Ticket is your entry ticket and proof of registration for admission upon arrival at Escapade. Please have it available for presentation to the parking team when you first arrive to be parked (either printed or digital).  The Parking Permit indicates your selection of hookups for campground parking and will have a large letter(s) designating your paid selection (‘B’ for dry camping/boondocking, ‘E’ for electric/water only, ‘F’ for full hook-up, ‘H’ for handicap, etc.).

Please print the Parking Permit and place prominently in your driver’s side windshield at arrival so the parking team can identify the correct area and direct you to your site quickly. Once parked, we ask you to keep your Parking Permit in your tow/towed vehicle for re-entry to the grounds throughout the event.

When do I receive my Tickets and arrival information?

Approximately 30 days prior to the event, your Entry Ticket will be emailed to you, along with detailed arrival information.

Make sure you set your email to accept registration@escapees.com.

What is the Escapade refund and cancelation policy?

A cancellation fee ($50) is automatically deducted from all refunds. All refund requests must be in writing, and absolutely NO refunds after May 16, 2024. (Requests must be received by midnight, May 16, 2024). 

I have friends that would like to visit for a day to learn more about Escapees; can they come to Escapade?

Yes, day passes are available at the gate on Monday and Tuesday. (See event price list.)  Remember, Wednesday is our free Community Appreciation Day and your friends are welcome.

When, where and how do we receive our name badges, program books and welcome bags?

Upon your arrival and after you park your RV, you’ll visit Check-in, in the Hospitality building, show your Entry Ticket, and pick up your name badge, program book and welcome bag.

How do I receive my pre-ordered Escapade event hat?

When you arrive, visit the Club booth and they will have your hat(s) available. Please bring photo ID.

Market questions:

What are the hours of the Escapade market?

Market hours are Sunday, 9:00 am – 2:30 pm
Monday through Wednesday, 9:00 am – 4:00 pm.

Is the Escapade market open to the public?

Wednesday is Community Appreciation Day with free admission to the public. Otherwise. Escapade is only open to attendees.  Daily walk-in options are available for a fee on Monday & Tuesday to attend the Market.  Please see registration details.

How can I become a Vendor or Sponsor at Escapade?

Contact Rob Kernodle at robk@escapees.com or 317-914-2593. 

Pet questions:

What is the pet policy?

We love pets and they are welcome at Escapade. However, all buildings are 100% pet-free. Only certified service animals (in working mode) are welcome inside buildings with proper documentation. Expect the pet policy to be strictly enforced. When your pet is outside, it must be in a carrier, restrained in an appropriate manner, or on a short (8 foot or less) leash. There are two off-leash dog parks for socialization and exercise. Please remember to pick up after your pet(s) and dispose of waste properly.

How can I volunteer at Escapade?

There are two ways to volunteer at Escapade:

  1. Visit the Volunteer Booth in the hospitality area upon arrival to sign up for one of many volunteer jobs at Escapade. Sign up to help serve popcorn, drive golf cart transports, hand out ice cream, and many other tasks.  It’s a lot of fun and you’ll earn the 63rd Escapade volunteer pin and qualify for the Volunteer Door Prize in exchange for volunteering at least three hours of your time
  2. Visit the Escapade office during the event to sign up for a potential Staff position for the 64th Escapade in 2025. All Staff positions are filled with volunteers and no pay is involved. Staff positions for the current Escapade are lined out at the previous year’s event.  If you would like to be added to the potential staff wait list for 2025, please send an email to Laurakernodle@escapees.com with the following information:
  • your phone #
  • your SKP #
  • confirm that you have attended at least one prior Escapade

Your name will then be placed on the potential staff list, and as the year progresses, if vacancies arise, volunteers on this list are contacted with offers to join the staff at Escapade in 2025. 

Children:

Are children and grandchildren welcome?

Absolutely! And at no charge! In fact, Escapade provides activities just for kids that we call Kidscapade.
You’ll find the schedule for Kidscapade in the program book and mobile event app.

Transportation:

Will there be courtesy transportation available between the buildings and campground?

Yes, golf cart limo transportation will be available from Sunday, after opening ceremony through Thursday evening.

Monday through Thursday hours: 8AM to 9:30 PM.

May I bring my scooter, bike, moped, or Segway?

Yes, Escapade encourages you to bring alternate transportation as vehicle parking is very limited or not available near event buildings.

More questions and answers:

Are there generator hours?

Yes. Generators may be run anytime between 7:00 AM and 10:00 PM. Please be considerate of your neighbors.

Generators may not be run at any time in any parking area other than the dry camping/boondock areas.

Is there a solar section?

Yes, there will be a solar section available.

Is there a mobile pump-out service available?

Yes. An independent mobile pump-out service will be available.  Please schedule directly with them for a pump-out.

Pump-outs will be $40 per pump-out. They will have a table in Hospitality with their phone number to make an appointment and their phone number will be in the Program Book. 

It is highly recommended you arrive with empty holding tanks.

Is there a dump station available?

Yes.  Signs will be posted and the location will be noted on the map. 

Please notify the Parking Crew if you need to dump prior to being parked.  It is highly recommended you arrive with empty holding tanks so as not to delay having your rig parked.

Are there showers on site?

Yes, there are showers and restrooms, see map for locations.

Is there a laundry facility on site?

No, there are no laundry facilities on site. The nearest locations will be listed in your program book.

Is there propane on site?

No, the fairgrounds does not have a propane filling station. Local information will be listed in the program book.

Is there a published seminar schedule?

Yes, a sample schedule is published on the Escapade website.  The actual seminar schedule will be posted to the website approximately 30 days before Escapade begins.  Seminars begin at 8:30 am and each presentation is one hour in length.  There are more than 60 seminars scheduled.

Do I have to sign up for seminars or crafts?

Seminars are open to all attendees but may be limited to available seating. Most craft classes are limited and require sign-up, which is held on Sunday during registration. Some craft classes have a small fee to cover supplies.

What is the address to have mail sent to me?

ABSOLUTELY NO LARGE OR HEAVY PACKAGES WILL BE ACCEPTED

What is the typical weather for the dates of the event?

Average high temperatures for June are around 70 – 80 degrees. Average low temperatures are 45-55 degrees.  Average humidity is ‘dry’ (normally 35%).  Average wind speed is 5-10 mph, however, there can be wind gusts to 20 mph or more.  Wind is primarily from the west.  There is a 15% chance of rain.

Is there WIFI available?

Yes & no, WiFi is available in the Expo Center only.  All other locations will require you to use your smartphone or other device as a hotspot.

Is there recycling available?

There are no recycling bins at this facility. Also, Tennessee does not charge a deposit on bottles.

What are the shirt colors of the day?

Have fun at Escapade, wearing the shirt color or theme of the day!

  • Sunday: 63rd Escapade Event Shirt – Steel Blue
  • Monday: National / State Park Day – Shirt from any park or wear green.
  • Tuesday: Bandana Bonanza – Tie on a bandana or wear your favorite western attire. Maybe even a complete bandana outfit!
  • Wednesday: Heroes Day – Shirt representing your hero (Military or First Responder) or red, white and/or blue.
  • Thursday: Throwback Thursday – Any Escapees Event Shirt.

Make sure to watch for Escapade Extras!

As we get nearer the start of Escapade, be watching your inbox for Escapade Extras. These are official email newsletters with updates and important information regarding ‘all things Escapade’. Once Escapade begins, you’ll keep receiving them daily, with notifications, reminders, updated information, and additions to Escapade programing. The Escapade Extras are also printed and will be available in Hospitality each day for your convenience.

In addition to Escapade Extras, we will have an Escapade Mobile App exclusively for attendees. The app contains the most up-to-date schedule of seminars and other Escapade events, as well as important alerts, reminders, and more. Information on downloading the app will be included in your Escapade Extras emails.

We also have our Escapade Facebook group for those who are social media savvy. Attendees gather here in advance of the event to get to know each other, get to know our vendors and speakers, and share the excitement of Escapade! Once the event kicks off, the group is also a great place to organize impromptu gatherings, ask last-minute questions, and share information about lost and found items. Information on joining the Facebook group will be shared with you via Escapade Extras.

In other words, it is important to check your email for those Escapade Extras!

And, for those who prefer tangible maps and program guides, we have you covered, too! Upon your arrival at Escapade, you’ll receive a program book, which contains all the important information about Escapade, including a facility map, daily activities, the seminar schedule and detailed descriptions of each.