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The Big Dill World’s Largest Pickle Party® is REscheduled

for Saturday, November, 11th and SundAY, november 12TH, 2023

at Power Plant Live! In Baltimore, Maryland  

Tickets are scannable for 1-day only and will only work for the day in which you purchased. Once a ticket is scanned or returned it will not scan again. We scan every ticket.

Once a ticket is scanned or returned it will not scan again. 

The Festival officially opens at noon but tickets are tiered with different access times.

VIP and Early Entree Admission - Gain access to the festival 1-hour early at 11 am
Family Admission - Noon
Tier 1 - 1:00 pm
Tier 2 - 2:00 pm

You can enter only at the time listed or anytime after. There is no reentry into the festival. Please plan accordingly.

The World's Largest Pickle Party® closes at 7 pm on Saturday and 6 pm on Sunday.

Power Plant Live Address:

Located in: Inner Harbor
Address: 34 Market Pl, Baltimore, MD 21202
Phone: (410) 908-0650

PLEASE BE ADVISED OF THE FOLLOWING ALTERNATIVE WEEKEND IN CASE SEVERE WEATHER CONDITIONS

• Pease be advised the offical rain date weekend is November 11th and 12th 2023
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• To ensure everyone's safety and a great guest experience, we would like to let you know that if severe weather conditions threaten the safety of guests, vendors, performers, and staff, we will reschedule The World's Larges Pickle Party for November 11th and 12th, 2023, our designated alternative dates.
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• We are closely monitoring the weather, and as of now, there is no change to the plans for this coming weekend; the show will continue to go as planned. If anything changes, we will notify you immediately—reminder: the rain dates are November 11th and 12th as outlined on our FAQ page and the part of the agreement when you purchased tickets. We understand the effort you've put into attending, and we're doing our best to ensure the event happens as scheduled. In the meantime, let's all do our rain dance and keep our spirits high! We'll provide a definitive update by Wednesday.

WHAT CAN YOU EXPECT?

WHY SHOULD I PURCHASE ADVANCE TICKETS TO THE FEST?

This event has sold out every year since its inception. In fact, it’s usually sold out several days before the event. VIP tickets are gone in a matter of days.

I CAN'T FIND MY EMAILED TICKETS, WHERE ARE THEY?

Your tickets are generally delivered shortly after purchase to the email address you provide or you can download them upon purchase. If you didn’t receive them, it may have been a typo in your email address during your purchase. If it’s been more than a few hours and you can’t find them, you can request your tickets again by emailing us at info@bigdill.com

DO YOU OFFER DESIGNATED DRIVER TICKETS?

While we encourage attendees who choose to drive to arrange safe transportation, we do not offer a special ticket for Designated Drivers. Everyone who wants to attend the event, whether drinking or not, must purchase a full-priced ticket.

ARE CHILDREN FREE?

Kids under 2 years old are permitted in for FREE.

Kids over the age of 2 must have a purchased ticket.

WHAT ITEMS ARE NOT ALLOWED IN THE FESTIVAL?

The following items are prohibited:

1. Outside food, drink, or alcoholic beverages
2. Weapons (knives, pepper spray, any concealed weapons or firearms, etc.)
3. Illegal drugs, chemicals, fireworks
4. Suitcases, chairs, strollers, coolers, backpacks, or other large bags (Diaper Bags and Purses are fine)  
5. Unapproved marketing material of any kind (pamphlets, handouts, advertisements)

GUEST SAFETY AND SECURITY

We are committed to the safety of our guests. We hire extra security and off-duty police and EMTs for the event. Nothing is more important than the health and well-being of our guests.  

ARE DOGS OR OTHER PETS ALLOWED?

Sorry, no pets are allowed at Big Dill World’s Largest Pickle Party. We’re are mostly a food-driven event, and the health department won’t allow it. Plus some attendees may be scared of dogs and we need to accommodate everyone. ADA Service Dogs are allowed in the event. The United States Justice Department defines a service animal as dogs that are individually trained to do work or perform tasks for people with disabilities.

CAN I TRANSFER MY TICKET TO SOMEONE ELSE?

Yes. The ticket purchaser’s name doesn’t matter. Simply email the purchased ticket(s) to your friend, and they can enter our festival without an issue. Once your ticket has been scanned at entry, however, it cannot be re-scanned.

REFUND POLICY

All tickets purchased for The Big Dill World's Largest Pickle Party are final. WE REPEAT, ALL TICKET SALES ARE FINAL. THERE SHALL BE NO TICKET REFUNDS AND/OR TICKET EXCHANGES FOR FUTURE DATES OR EVENTS. All tickets are delivered via tracked delivery email. The Big Dill is not responsible for the acts of state/city Health Boards or the CDC, including changes to their entry requirements after a sale is made.

In the event of a cancellation of this event, for reasons that include, but may not be limited to, situations outside of our control, governmental acts, acts of God, riots, hazardous conditions, strikes, natural disasters, local emergencies, health crisis, inclement weather of any type, or inaccessibility or unavailability of the Venue, we may, in our sole and absolute discretion elect to either, (a) issue you a full or partial refund, (b) postpone the Event for a future date, (c) offer you something to "make good" on your purchase, and/or (d) any combination of (a), (b), and/or (c).

At all times prior to the event, we reserve all rights to cancel or postpone the Event or to change times and dates of the event, or other event details without prior notice to the purchaser or ticket holder. Cancellation of the event may take place either prior to the start of the event or at any time while the event is taking place. Delayed venue gate openings and/or the inability to access any parts of the venue or event due to federal, state, municipal, or other code regulations, our policies, emergency and/or partial or complete event shutdown or evacuation, performance, or event delays, inclement weather, and potentially hazardous conditions for attendees, volunteers, or staff, purchaser or ticket holder shall not be entitled to any type of refund or future credit. Again, under no circumstances shall you be entitled to any type of refund or exchange. If we elect to issue a refund, which is in our sole and absolute discretion, the purchaser shall be refunded an amount up to the face value of the ticket(s) only. If we elect to reschedule the event for a future date or provide any other sort of compensation, either monetary or other tangible items of value, or a combination of both, the purchaser shall not be entitled to any amount of refund or future credit. Under no circumstances shall Purchaser be entitled to a refund of any shipping, handling, ticketing, or other processing or service fees. These terms are subject to change at any time.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS

By accessing our website, you agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions of Use, all applicable laws, and regulations, and you agree that you are responsible for compliance with any applicable local laws. If you do not agree with any of these terms, you are prohibited from using or accessing this site. The materials contained in this website are protected by applicable copyright and trademark law.

Entry to The Big Dill World’s Largest Pickle Party is solely at the discretion of security and/or the Festival Organizers at the time of the event. We may conduct security searches upon entry at our discretion to ensure the safety of all festival-goers.

Viral Festival, LLC cannot accept responsibility or liability for any personal property or belongings that are lost, stolen or damaged, and cannot accept responsibility or liability for any personal injury, accident, or illness.

Ticket holders or attendees of the event consent to being filmed, photographed and recorded as members of the audience. The resulting film footage, images, and recordings may be used to promote The Big Dill World's Largest Pickle Party in print, various forms of media, and on websites. You consent that the footage remains our property and we may use it in conjunction with the promotion of our event however we choose.

The ticket holder must comply with all relevant statutes, laws, safety announcements, and regulations while attending the event. Breach of any of these conditions or any unacceptable behavior likely to cause damage, nuisance, or injury shall enable Big Dill World's Largest Pickle Party, its security personnel, volunteers, staff, Power Plant Live! staff, or festival organizers to eject the ticket holder from the festival site without a refund.

SHIPPING POLICY

All tickets will be delivered electronically via e-mail. It is the responsibility of the buyer to print tickets out prior to arrival at the festival and present tickets at the gate for entry. Printed tickets are preferred, and scan more easily than tickets on a mobile device. If you’ve lost your tickets or can’t find them please email us at info@bigdill.com

While printing is the preferred/faster method, if you choose not to print out your ticket, you can choose mobile ticket delivery or present tickets that were emailed to you. We will scan the barcode on your phone’s screen.

The Big Dill World’s Largest Pickle Party is scheduled for Saturday september 24th and SundAY sEPTEMBER 25TH, 2022 at Power Plant Live! In Baltimore, Maryland

Tickets are scannable for 1 day only and will only work for the day in which you purchased.  

The Festival officially opens at noon but tickets are tiered with different access times.

VIP and Early Entree Admission - Gain access to the festival 1-hour early at 11 am
Family Admission - Noon
Tier 1 - 1:00 pm
Tier 2 - 2:00 pm

You can enter only at the time listed or anytime after.

COVID RULES:

The best way to attend The World's Largest Pickle Party ® is to be vaccinated.  
In accordance with the current guidelines set by the CDC, the State of Maryland,
the Maryland Department of Health and Baltimore City.

When and Where is the Big Dill World’s Largest Pickle Party hosted in Maryland?

The Festival is scheduled for Saturday, September 24th and Sunday, September 25th 2022, at Power Plant Live in Baltimore, MD

Rain Date Weekend - Please Read

2 Hours or more of heavy rain will cause the event to be postponed to the weekend of November 11th and 12th, 2022. All tickets will transfer to that date.    

*Organizers will only move to the rain date when 2 or more hours of intense rain are scheduled to fall on September 24th, 2022. Such an announcement will be made on Wednesday or Thursday prior to the event being held by email and within the official Facebook event.  

WHAT CAN YOU EXPECT?

WHAT ARE THE ADVANTAGES OF PURCHASING VIP TICKETS?

VIP patrons gain access to the festival 2 hours prior to general admission attendees. VIP attendees will have wristbands, a dedicated entrance at least 2 hours into the event. You also get access to a private event space for the entire festival with exclusive balcony access overlooking the stage. A pickle breakfast and a bag of Big Dill keepsakes await all VIP ticket holders. You also receive VIP pictures with Dilly The Pickle mascot.  

WHY SHOULD I PURCHASE ADVANCE TICKETS TO THE FEST?

This event has sold out every year since its inception. In fact, it’s usually sold out several days before the event. VIP tickets are gone in a matter of days.

I CAN'T FIND MY EMAILED TICKETS, WHERE ARE THEY?

Your tickets are generally delivered shortly after purchase to the email address you provide or you can download them upon purchase. If you didn’t receive them, it may have been a typo in your email address during your purchase. If it’s been more than a few hours and you can’t find them, you can request your tickets again by emailing us at info@bigdill.com

I’D LIKE TO HELP OUT, WHAT CAN I DO? DO YOU NEED VOLUNTEERS?

We absolutely need volunteers! You can volunteer your time during either of the following shifts:

• 9 am till noon shift
• Noon till 3 pm shift

You will be able to attend the event for free after your shift is completed and your volunteer leader signs you out. You also receive a FREE t-shirt, water, parking, and Big Dill Layard for your efforts.

Visit our Volunteer page to get signed up.

DO YOU OFFER DESIGNATED DRIVER TICKETS?

While we encourage attendees who choose to drive to arrange safe transportation, we do not offer a special ticket for Designated Drivers. Everyone who wants to attend the event, whether drinking or not, must purchase a full-priced ticket.

ARE CHILDREN FREE?

Kids under 2 years old are permitted in for FREE.

Kids over the age of 2 must have a purchased ticket.

WHAT ITEMS ARE NOT ALLOWED IN THE FESTIVAL?

The following items are prohibited:

• Outside food, drink, or alcoholic beverages
• Weapons (knives, pepper spray, any concealed weapons or firearms, etc.)
• Illegal drugs, chemicals, fireworks
• Suitcases, coolers, or other large bags (Diaper Bags are fine)  
• Unapproved marketing material of any kind (pamphlets, handouts, advertisements)

GUEST SAFETY AND SECURITY

We are committed to the safety of our guests. We hire extra security and off-duty police and EMTs for the event. Nothing is more important than the health and well-being of our guests.  

ARE DOGS OR OTHER PETS ALLOWED?

Sorry, no pets are allowed at Big Dill World’s Largest Pickle Party. We’re are mostly a food-driven event, and the health department won’t allow it. Plus some attendees may be scared of dogs and we need to accommodate everyone. ADA Service Dogs are allowed in the event. The United States Justice Department defines a service animal as dogs that are individually trained to do work or perform tasks for people with disabilities.

CAN I TRANSFER MY TICKET TO SOMEONE ELSE?

Yes. The ticket purchaser’s name doesn’t matter. Simply email the purchased ticket(s) to your friend, and they can enter our festival without an issue. Once your ticket has been scanned at entry, however, it cannot be re-scanned.

REFUND POLICY

All tickets purchased for The Big Dill World's Largest Pickle Party are final. WE REPEAT, ALL TICKET SALES ARE FINAL. THERE SHALL BE NO TICKET REFUNDS AND/OR TICKET EXCHANGES FOR FUTURE DATES OR EVENTS. All tickets are delivered via tracked delivery email. The Big Dill is not responsible for the acts of state/city Health Boards or the CDC, including changes to their entry requirements after a sale is made.

In the event of a cancellation of this event, for reasons that include, but may not be limited to, situations outside of our control, governmental acts, acts of God, riots, hazardous conditions, strikes, natural disasters, local emergencies, health crisis, inclement weather of any type, or inaccessibility or unavailability of the Venue, we may, in our sole and absolute discretion elect to either, (a) issue you a full or partial refund, (b) postpone the Event for a future date, (c) offer you something to "make good" on your purchase, and/or (d) any combination of (a), (b), and/or (c).

At all times prior to the event, we reserve all rights to cancel or postpone the Event or to change times and dates of the event, or other event details without prior notice to the purchaser or ticket holder. Cancellation of the event may take place either prior to the start of the event or at any time while the event is taking place. Delayed venue gate openings and/or the inability to access any parts of the venue or event due to federal, state, municipal, or other code regulations, our policies, emergency and/or partial or complete event shutdown or evacuation, performance, or event delays, inclement weather, and potentially hazardous conditions for attendees, volunteers, or staff, purchaser or ticket holder shall not be entitled to any type of refund or future credit. Again, under no circumstances shall you be entitled to any type of refund or exchange. If we elect to issue a refund, which is in our sole and absolute discretion, the purchaser shall be refunded an amount up to the face value of the ticket(s) only. If we elect to reschedule the event for a future date or provide any other sort of compensation, either monetary or other tangible items of value, or a combination of both, the purchaser shall not be entitled to any amount of refund or future credit. Under no circumstances shall Purchaser be entitled to a refund of any shipping, handling, ticketing, or other processing or service fees. These terms are subject to change at any time.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS

By accessing our website, you agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions of Use, all applicable laws, and regulations, and you agree that you are responsible for compliance with any applicable local laws. If you do not agree with any of these terms, you are prohibited from using or accessing this site. The materials contained in this website are protected by applicable copyright and trademark law.

Entry to The Big Dill World’s Largest Pickle Party is solely at the discretion of security and/or the Festival Organizers at the time of the event. We may conduct security searches upon entry at our discretion to ensure the safety of all festival-goers.

Viral Festival, LLC cannot accept responsibility or liability for any personal property or belongings that are lost, stolen or damaged, and cannot accept responsibility or liability for any personal injury, accident, or illness.

Ticket holders or attendees of the event consent to being filmed, photographed and recorded as members of the audience. The resulting film footage, images, and recordings may be used to promote The Big Dill World's Largest Pickle Party in print, various forms of media, and on websites. You consent that the footage remains our property and we may use it in conjunction with the promotion of our event however we choose.

The ticket holder must comply with all relevant statutes, laws, safety announcements, and regulations while attending the event. Breach of any of these conditions or any unacceptable behavior likely to cause damage, nuisance, or injury shall enable Big Dill World's Largest Pickle Party, its security personnel, volunteers, staff, Power Plant Live! staff, or festival organizers to eject the ticket holder from the festival site without a refund.

SHIPPING POLICY

All tickets will be delivered electronically via e-mail. It is the responsibility of the buyer to print tickets out prior to arrival at the festival and present tickets at the gate for entry. Printed tickets are preferred, and scan more easily than tickets on a mobile device. If you’ve lost your tickets or can’t find them please email us at info@bigdill.com

While printing is the preferred/faster method, if you choose not to print out your ticket, you can choose mobile ticket delivery or present tickets that were emailed to you. We will scan the barcode on your phone’s screen.

The Big Dill World’s Largest Pickle Party®

Saturday November, 11th

and

SundAY november, 12TH, 2023

at Power Plant Live! In Baltimore, Maryland

34 Market Pl, Baltimore, MD 21202

 All September tickets will automatically transfer and scan on November 11th and 12th hosted at the same venue, Power Plant Live!

New tickets with the updated dates have been reissued and sent out two weeks ago if you did not get them check your spam or email us at info @bigdill.com

Can I switch dates if needed?
Yes, if space is available, we will work with guests to accommodate their needs. Please be advised that Saturday is close to selling out.

Is there indoor space at the festival?

Yes, Power Plant Live! is an entertainment district with several bars and restaurants that are have large indoor spaces, plus indoor seating. All of VIP is indoors and covered.

 I heard Santa will be making an apperance is this true?

Yes!!! We have added more attractions, a fall theme among other great attractions for the new dates.

Can I sell or transfer my tickets?
Yes, tickets can be sold or transferred, similar to any other performance, concert, or event.

By purchasing The Big Dill World's Largest Pickle Party® tickets, you agree that any tickets will automatically transfer to any alternative rain date in case of a postponement due to weather conditions beyond Viral Festivals control.

Tickets are scannable for 1-day only and will only work for the day in which you purchased. Once a ticket is scanned or returned it will not scan again. We scan every ticket.

The Festival officially opens at noon but tickets are tiered with different access times.

VIP and Early Entree Admission - Gain access to the festival 1-hour early at 11 am
Family Admission - Noon
Tier 1 - 1:00 pm
Tier 2 - 2:00 pm

You can enter only at the time listed or anytime after.

There is no re-entry into the festival. Please plan accordingly.

The World's Largest Pickle Party® closes at 7 pm  

Power Plant Live Address:

Located in: Inner Harbor
Address: 34 Market Pl, Baltimore, MD 21202
Phone: (410) 908-0650 

WHAT ITEMS ARE NOT ALLOWED IN THE FESTIVAL?

The following items are prohibited:

• Outside food, drink, or alcoholic beverages
• Weapons (knives, pepper spray, any concealed weapons or firearms, etc.)
• Illegal drugs, chemicals, fireworks
• Suitcases, chairs, strollers, wagons, coolers, and or other large bags (Diaper Bags & Purses are fine) *don't worry pickle vendors will have pleanty of bags at the festival  
• Unapproved marketing material of any kind (pamphlets, handouts, advertisements)

WHAT CAN YOU EXPECT?

WHY SHOULD I PURCHASE ADVANCE TICKETS TO THE FEST?

This event has sold out every year since its inception. In fact, it’s usually sold out in several weeks. Purchasing tickets in advance secures your spot at one of the most popular festivals in the country.  

CASH or CARDS?

Both. Most vendors do take Credit Cards but cash always works. We have six ATM machines on site as well.

I CAN'T FIND MY EMAILED TICKETS, WHERE ARE THEY?

Your tickets are delivered shortly after purchase to the email address you provide or you can download them upon purchase. If you didn’t receive them, it may have been a typo in your email address during your purchase or they went to your spam. If it’s been more than a few hours and you can’t find them, you can request your tickets again by emailing us at info@bigdill.com  

Do I need to print my ticket?

You can print a hard copy of your ticket or have it on your phone or apple wallet. We just need to scan the barcode.

DO YOU OFFER DESIGNATED DRIVER TICKETS?

While we encourage attendees who choose to drive to arrange safe transportation, we do not offer a special ticket for Designated Drivers. Everyone who wants to attend the event, whether drinking or not, must purchase a full-priced ticket.

ARE CHILDREN FREE?

Kids under 2-years old are permitted in for FREE. Kids over the age of 2-must have a purchased ticket. We have a Family Pass where you can mix and match adults and kids into one package.  

GUEST SAFETY AND SECURITY

We are committed to the safety of our guests. We hire added professional security, Baltimore police and off-duty police plus EMTs for the event. Nothing is more important than the health and well-being of our guests.  

ARE DOGS OR OTHER PETS ALLOWED?

Sorry, NO pets are allowed at Big Dill World’s Largest Pickle Party. We’re are mostly a food-driven event, and the health department won’t allow it. Plus some attendees may be scared of dogs and we need to accommodate everyone. ADA Service Dogs are allowed in the event. The United States Justice Department defines a service animal as dogs that are individually trained to do work or perform tasks for people with disabilities. Any service dog must be registered with our staff prior to entering.

CAN I TRANSFER MY TICKET TO SOMEONE ELSE?

Yes. The ticket purchaser’s name doesn’t matter. Simply email the purchased ticket(s) to your friend, and they can enter our festival without an issue. Once your ticket has been scanned at entry, however, it cannot be re-scanned.

REFUND POLICY

All tickets purchased for The Big Dill World's Largest Pickle Party are final. WE REPEAT, ALL TICKET SALES ARE FINAL. THERE SHALL BE NO TICKET REFUNDS AND/OR TICKET EXCHANGES FOR FUTURE DATES OR EVENTS. All tickets are delivered via tracked delivery email. The Big Dill is not responsible for the acts of state/city Health Boards or the CDC, including changes to their entry requirements after a sale is made.

In the event of a cancellation of this event, for reasons that include, but may not be limited to, situations outside of our control, governmental acts, acts of God, riots, hazardous conditions, strikes, natural disasters, local emergencies, health crisis, inclement weather of any type, or inaccessibility or unavailability of the Venue, we may, in our sole and absolute discretion elect to either, (a) issue you a full or partial refund, (b) postpone the Event for a future date, (c) offer you something to "make good" on your purchase, and/or (d) any combination of (a), (b), and/or (c).

At all times prior to the event, we reserve all rights to cancel or postpone the Event or to change times and dates of the event, or other event details without prior notice to the purchaser or ticket holder. Cancellation of the event may take place either prior to the start of the event or at any time while the event is taking place. Delayed venue gate openings and/or the inability to access any parts of the venue or event due to federal, state, municipal, or other code regulations, our policies, emergency and/or partial or complete event shutdown or evacuation, performance, or event delays, inclement weather, and potentially hazardous conditions for attendees, volunteers, or staff, purchaser or ticket holder shall not be entitled to any type of refund or future credit. Again, under no circumstances shall you be entitled to any type of refund or exchange. If we elect to issue a refund, which is in our sole and absolute discretion, the purchaser shall be refunded an amount up to the face value of the ticket(s) only. If we elect to reschedule the event for a future date or provide any other sort of compensation, either monetary or other tangible items of value, or a combination of both, the purchaser shall not be entitled to any amount of refund or future credit. Under no circumstances shall Purchaser be entitled to a refund of any shipping, handling, ticketing, or other processing or service fees. These terms are subject to change at any time.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS

By accessing our website, you agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions of Use, all applicable laws, and regulations, and you agree that you are responsible for compliance with any applicable local laws. If you do not agree with any of these terms, you are prohibited from using or accessing this site. The materials contained in this website are protected by applicable copyright and trademark law.

Entry to The Big Dill World’s Largest Pickle Party is solely at the discretion of security and/or the Festival Organizers at the time of the event. We may conduct security searches upon entry at our discretion to ensure the safety of all festival-goers.

Viral Festival, LLC cannot accept responsibility or liability for any personal property or belongings that are lost, stolen or damaged, and cannot accept responsibility or liability for any personal injury, accident, or illness.

Ticket holders or attendees of the event consent to being filmed, photographed and recorded as members of the audience. The resulting film footage, images, and recordings may be used to promote The Big Dill World's Largest Pickle Party in print, various forms of media, and on websites. You consent that the footage remains our property and we may use it in conjunction with the promotion of our event however we choose.

The ticket holder must comply with all relevant statutes, laws, safety announcements, and regulations while attending the event. Breach of any of these conditions or any unacceptable behavior likely to cause damage, nuisance, or injury shall enable Big Dill World's Largest Pickle Party, its security personnel, volunteers, staff, Power Plant Live! staff, or festival organizers to eject the ticket holder from the festival site without a refund.

SHIPPING POLICY

All tickets will be delivered electronically via e-mail. It is the responsibility of the buyer to print tickets out prior to arrival at the festival and present tickets at the gate for entry. Printed tickets are preferred, and scan more easily than tickets on a mobile device. If you’ve lost your tickets or can’t find them please email us at info@bigdill.com

While printing is the preferred/faster method, if you choose not to print out your ticket, you can choose mobile ticket delivery or present tickets that were emailed to you. We will scan the barcode on your phone’s screen.