FIELD MAP
LAX MALL
KNOW BEFORE YOU GO
Prohibited Items:
In accordance with venue regulations, the Sand Storm Lacrosse Festival is required to enforce the removal of the following prohibited items. Security personnel will be on hand to ensure compliance as necessary.
NO:
• Motorized vehicles
• Golf carts
• Electric bikes
• Electric scooters (unless pre-approved by the tournament director for medical purposes)
• ATVs
• Dogs
• Coolers / Outside food / Outside drinks
• Drones
Onsite Transportation:
- Shuttle Buses: Buses will be available to assist players and spectators with traversing the venue. Refer to the map for shuttle route information and look for designated stops onsite. Service begins at 6:30 AM on Saturday and Sunday.
- Pedicabs: Pedicabs will be available for hire onsite.
- ADA Transportation: ADA transportation services can be requested at any of the information booths.
Balloons & Field Markers:
- Balloons: Balloons will be used to mark certain parking lots, medical stations, and select fields throughout the venue to assist with navigation.
- Banners & Goal Numbers: Each field will be marked with teardrop banners and each goal will have goal numbers attached to the back.
- All staff members will have a copy of the venue map to assist with attendee navigation.
Safety & Conveniences:
- Information Booths: Located throughout the venue, these booths provide assistance and information. ADA transportation services can also be requested at these locations.
- Field Marshals: Stationed at every field, field marshals can communicate with event staff, security, and trainers. Emergency services can be requested through them if needed.
- Restrooms: Indoor restrooms and portable units will be available throughout the venue and will be continually serviced.
- Water and Gatorade: Will be available for all players and spectators throughout the venue. Please bring your own reusable bottle.
- Trash Receptacles: Trash cans will be placed throughout the venue. Pick up all gear and trash when changing fields.
- Athletic Trainers: Certified athletic trainers will be stationed throughout the venue to provide first aid and emergency services. Trainers do not offer taping services.
- Team Tents: Team tents are only permitted on the perimeter of the venue, away from fields, buildings, and walkways. Tents may not be placed between fields or in high-traffic areas, and all tents must be securely staked down or they will be removed.
- Lost & Found: Pre-label gear and personal items with your name/number before arriving onsite. The event Lost and Found is located at the main registration tent in LaxMall. If you have lost an item at the venue, please visit the main Lost and Found tent.
- Safety Notice: Attendees voluntarily assume all risk of personal injury and any hazards arising from or related to attending the event. Please be aware that errant balls can cause serious injury. Stay alert at all times.
Vendors & Concessions:
- Retail Vendors: An expansive vendor village area will showcase the latest products, gear, services and partner showcases. Players and spectators can explore vendor booths and engage with lacrosse industry experts. Satellite vending areas will also be available throughout the venue.
- Lounges: Offering seating areas, food and beverages, and NFL coverage
- Bars: Available throughout the venue; ID required, 21+.
- Onsite Restaurants:
ONSITE SERVICES
Don’t wait – pre-book Festival services today and enhance your weekend experience. Make the most of everything the Festival has to offer!
My Sport Seat – Chair rentals are now available for reservation! Guarantee your comfort and convenience by securing your seat in advance. Simply pick up your reserved chair at one of the convenient kiosks located throughout the venue.
Cool Factor Cryo is bringing top-tier athletic recovery straight to the event! Recover like a pro! Take advantage of team specials available Saturday and Sunday, featuring unlimited Normatec compression sessions in zero-gravity chairs and cryo therapy sessions. Prefer individual services? Choose from ad hoc cryo sessions, Normatec recovery sessions, or go all-in with an unlimited pass for the ultimate recovery experience. Don’t miss the chance to elevate your performance and stay at your best all weekend long! Sign up today!
Team Building Sessions – by Flow Leadership Academy are now available – don’t miss out! For the first time ever at the Sand Storm Lacrosse Festival, we’re offering team-building sessions led by experts, Brighde Dougherty and Rachel Sanford. Through playful games and insightful debriefs, your team will strengthen their bond, enhance communication, and build trust – all while having fun. Participants will level up! 10, 30 and 60 minute sessions available. Secure your spot online today.
Cross Streets Sports – Game film is now available for purchase through Cross Street Sports. Cross Street Sports will offer HD footage captured from an elevated angle for all games. Individual, team and highlight reel packages available.
Gameday Braids – Every athlete deserves a chance to look good and feel good when he or she is about to step into the game. Gameday Braids is here to boost every athlete’s confidence and to express his or her style with the services we have to offer. To view the styles that we offer, visit www.gamedaybraids.com.
Picture Pros Photography – will be onsite to capture team photos against the breathtaking backdrop of the Empire Polo Club Fields. It’s a perfect way to commemorate the event and preserve memorable moments with your team.
Impact Canopy – Enhance your club’s presence at Sand Storm by ordering custom-branded tents, signage, wagons, and more. Place your order by January 6 and your personalized items will be available for pick up at Sand Storm! Don’t miss this opportunity to showcase your team in style!
Pedicab United provides premier pedicab transportation. Pedicab United features experienced and service-focused pedicab drivers who transform long walks into memorable, fun and enjoyable experiences. Pedicab United is celebrating their fifth year serving Sand Storm, and are excited to continue offering seamless transportation that helps players and their families navigate the Empire Polo Club.
PARKING INFORMATION
Click HERE to purchase parking passes for Saturday and Sunday.
Parking passes are required for both Saturday and Sunday. Vehicles without a valid parking pass may be subject to tickets or towing, with all associated fees being the responsibility of the vehicle owner / operator. Parking staff will be verifying the license plates of parked vehicles. You are not required to provide your license plate information at the time of purchase; however, it must be entered prior to your arrival onsite.
Parking Lot Details:
- All parking lots open at 6:00 AM.
- ADA parking is available in all lots. An ADA placard, ID and parking pass associated with that lot are required.
- Overnight parking is not permitted in any lots.
Exterior Road Regulations:
- Park in designated areas only, as indicated on the parking map.
- Roads around the Empire Polo Club are posted with ‘No Parking’ signs.
- Do not park in surrounding neighborhoods.
- The Indio Police Department will be onsite to ticket or tow illegally parked vehicles in ‘No Parking’ zones and neighborhoods.
Player Drop-Off / Rideshare Areas:
- Designated drop-off / rideshare areas are located:
- White Parking Lot
- Corner of Madison St / Ave 50
- Corner of Monroe St / Ave 50
- Attendants will be available at Madison St / Ave 50 and Monroe St / Ave 50 to assist with drop-offs.
- Do not park or leave vehicles unattended in the drop-off areas.
Oversized Vehicle Information:
- Oversized vehicles (RVs, 12 passenger vans, sprinters etc.) are permitted to park during the day in the White Lot only.
- If traveling by bus, you must contact the Tournament Director for pre-approval and assigned parking.
- No overnight parking is allowed at the Empire Polo Club.
- For overnight RV Resorts in Greater Palm Springs, click here.
Parking Pass Information:
- You are not required to provide your license plate information at the time of purchasing a parking pass. You will receive follow-up emails prompting you to enter this information prior to your arrival.
- It is possible that passes to the VVIP and VIP lots may become available if someone chooses to cancel. In such cases, the pass will be returned to open inventory. We recommend periodically checking the Parking Website to see if any passes have become available.
- If you need to cancel your pass, please follow the following directions:
- Go to your account in ParkWhiz by signing in. If you don’t already have an account, press “reset password” and create a new one.
- Once you are in your account, hover over your email address on the top right and go to “My Parking” or click on “My Passes” at the top
- From here, your passes will be viewable
- You can select the specific pass that you would like to “self-cancel” by clicking on “Cancel” in red
- The next page will ask you if you are sure you want to cancel and then will confirm your refund
Please follow all signage and staff directions to ensure a safe and smooth event for everyone.
AIRPORTS, RENTAL CARS & HOTELS
Palm Springs Airport (PSP) – 22 miles
3400 E Tahquitz Canyon Way
Palm Springs, CA 92262
Palm Springs Airport Rental Cars
Ontario Airport (ONT) – 91 miles
2500 E. Airport Drive
Ontario, CA 91761
Airport Security Notice: Lacrosse sticks cannot be taken through the security checkpoint. To facilitate a smoother travel experience for all, please pack lacrosse sticks in your checked luggage. By adhering to these guidelines and packing your lacrosse equipment appropriately, you contribute to an overall smoother travel experience for everyone.
Halpern Travel is the official Housing Partner for the Sand Storm Lacrosse Festival. While the Festival is not stay-to-play, it does require that rooms at official host hotels be booked through Halpern Travel.
For hotel assistance, contact Halpern Travel:
krose@halperntravel.com
888-640-6400
Do not contact host hotels directly. If a team / club books rooms at any official host hotel outside of Halpern Travel, tournament registration will be rescinded.
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