Lockton

Bud and Peggy Kasper

Moon Tees

EDJ

The Doghouse

CK Enterprises

Railroad Sock

Centerline Volleyball

MET Construction

ISSCO

Twin Lakes Insurance

Blue Springs Beam

Blue Springs Elkettes

NAPA

Heartland Energy Group

Backyard by Design

US Engineering

Tandem Paving

Larry and Vivian Apprill

Aaron Good Construction

Country Club Bank

Union KC Soccer Club

The Downing Family

SPY Academy

Chicken Salad Chick

TruckMovers

Maggio

All City Tow

Griffin Riley Property Group

County Beverage Company

Operation BBQ Relief

Tacos from the Streets of Laredo

Brian Lester

There is NO parking on site. Parking will be available at the following locations.

Paul Kinder Middle School: 3930 NW R.D. Mize Rd, Blue Springs, MO 64015

Eastgate Commerce Center parking lot. Please enter lot through Necessary Road entrance: 2500 Little Blue Parkway, Independence, MO 64057

Shuttle buses will begin running from Paul Kinder Middle School, Eastgate Commerce Center, and the Drury Inn starting at 12pm. Shuttles will run all day through the end of the event.

Again, there is NO parking on site. If you are getting dropped off, the event is held at 24301 E Truman Rd, Independence, MO 64056

Operation BBQ Relief will be selling Pulled Pork Nachos for a suggested donation of $20.

Tacos from the Streets of Laredo will be offering 4 tacos and a drink for a $20 minimum donation

Both vendors will be selling food for lunch and dinner from approximately noon to 7pm. Cash or Venmo accepted!

Bags of ice will be available for sale

The event is BYOB, don't forget to stay hydrated!

What is Tomstock?
A fundraiser for the H8 Cancer Foundation. Tomstock is a private, invitation-only music festival that began in 2014 as a dream of friends Tom & Carman Duvall and Steve & Kiers Rowley. Since 2014, over ___ has been raised to benefit those with cancer. Tomstock is 100% privately funded — all money raised directly benefits H8 Cancer.

How do I buy tickets?
Admission is free to invited guests, but we hope you consider donating an amount similar to an all-day music festival. Space is limited, so the invitation list prioritizes those who have generously supported us in the past. Volunteers will accept donations on-site August 22nd. Click here to donate.

How do I become a sponsor?
We have many sponsorship opportunities. Please contact us at [email protected] for more information.

How do I get a tent at Tomstock?
A tent for 2026 is offered at $10,000. Each year tent sponsorships are offered to the prior year's sponsor first. To be added to the waitlist, email [email protected].

Can I bring a guest to Tomstock?
Each person invited may bring a guest. If you are married, your spouse is your guest — we will not send two invitations to the same household. Please do not forward your ticket to someone else; doing so may result in loss of your ability to enter Tomstock.

How do I purchase Tomstock gear?
Tomstock merchandise is available to order online beginning July ___. We have very limited merchandise available the day of the event and it sells out fast!

Who benefits from the money raised at Tomstock?
H8 Cancer is the non-profit organization that receives all donations. Each year H8 Cancer contributes to local and national organizations that help people living with cancer. For more information visit www.tomstock.rocks.

What are the dates and times for Tomstock 2026?
Friday, August 21st is the VIP party for tent sponsors and anyone who donates $500 (one ticket per $500 donation). Saturday, August 22nd is Tomstock — gates open at 11am for tent/cooler drop-off, shuttles begin at 2pm, and the event concludes with fireworks at approximately 12:30am.

What's the line-up this year?
Grants and Presentations 5:30pm (earlier than previous years)
Pyromania 6:30pm
Live Auction 8pm
The Hype 8:30–10:30pm
Motley Inc. 11pm–12:15am
Fireworks 12:15am–12:30am

How do I attend the Friday night VIP party?
Tent sponsors are invited, plus anyone who donates $500 (one ticket per $500 donated). Band to be determined.

Are there hotel rooms available?
We do not have a block of rooms, but folks have found the Drury Inn to be very convenient.

Where do I park for Tomstock?
THERE IS NO PARKING ON SITE! Shuttles run from the Drury Inn for hotel guests, and from Paul Kinder Middle School / Sunny Pointe Elementary (3930 NW RD Mize Road, Blue Springs, MO 64015) and Eastgate Commerce Center (2500 Little Blue Parkway, Independence, MO 64057). Shuttles begin at 2pm on the 22nd and run throughout the day. Use these lots as your UBER destination.

Is there an age limit?
You must be 25 years old to attend Tomstock.

Do you have restrooms on site?
Yes we do!

What happens if it rains?
In the event of inclement weather, be on the lookout for a text message from our team.

Can I buy ice at Tomstock?
Yes, we have bags of ice for sale at Tomstock.

How do I find out more?
Request to join our Facebook group, email us at [email protected], or visit www.tomstock.rocks.

What can't I bring into the venue?
Weapons of any kind, illegal substances, or grills.

What can I bring into the festival?
Snacks, drinks, a pop-up 10x10 shade structure/tent, sunblock, chairs, and bug spray.

Do you have security at Tomstock?
Yes — members of the Independence Police Department are on-site throughout the event. We also have a staffed ambulance provided by the Inter-City Fire Department.

Can I take an UBER or have someone drop me off?
Yes — please have your ride take you to one of the parking lots and shuttle from there.

Do you sell alcohol?
This event is BYOB.

Is food available at Tomstock?
Yes — Operation BBQ Relief and Streets of Laredo tacos will sell food throughout the day (service ends at 7pm or when they run out). New this year: Many Parts One Body will sell burgers and hot dogs, and Cowtown Donuts will sell mini donuts — great to grab on the shuttle bus. Each vendor donates a portion or all of their profits to H8 Cancer.

How do I receive my ticket?
As you exit the shuttle, have your ticket available to scan and you'll receive a wristband.

Do I have to wear the wristband?
Yes — please leave the wristband on throughout the event.