The Wakarusa pre and post parties return to the Bottleneck and the Granada in Downtown Lawrence. These shows are available to Wakarusa 4-Day, 4-Day VIP and Weekender ticket holders at no additional charge (limited capacity venue; attendance subject to available capacity). The following artists are scheduled to appear:
| Tuesday: | June 3rd | The Bottleneck: 9:00 Oakhurst |
| Wednesday: | June 4th | The Granada: 9:00 Macpodz |
| Monday | June 9th | The Bottleneck: 9:30
Hoots & Hellmouth |
The Bottleneck, 737 New Hampshire, Lawrence, KS 66044
The Granada, 1020 Massachusetts, Lawrence, KS 66044
