Pointfest is back at Hollywood Casino Amphitheater in Maryland Heights on Saturday, May 16 — and the National Weather Service isn’t pulling punches on the forecast. Expect a high near 86°F, a 70% chance of showers and thunderstorms, partly sunny skies early, and south winds at 7 to 10 mph. This is an outdoor show, which means your packing list matters as much as your playlist.
What the Weather Looks Like
The day starts with some sunshine, but showers and thunderstorms are likely as the afternoon rolls in. A 70% precipitation chance is not “might sprinkle” territory — plan for real rain. The upside: 86°F means warm temps offset the wet, so a prepared crowd will still have a great time. An unprepared crowd will be cold, soggy, and miserable.
What to Wear
This is a warm, stormy day — dress in light layers you can adjust. A packable rain jacket is the move: stuff it in your bag until the sky opens up, then throw it on without missing a song. Skip the heavy poncho — at nearly 90°F, you’ll overheat before the headliners even hit.
For footwear, think carefully. Lawn seating plus 70% rain odds equals mud. Waterproof hiking boots will keep you comfortable if the grounds get soaked. Sandals turn into a liability on wet grass.
Don’t write off the sun just because storms are in the forecast. Those early partly-sunny hours at 86°F will burn fast. Apply SPF 50 sport sunscreen before you leave home and keep it accessible.
Essential Gear for the Day
- packable rain jacket — your single most important item given the storm odds
- waterproof hiking boots — lawn + rain = mud; plan accordingly
- SPF 50 sport sunscreen — partly sunny and near 90°F demands it
- clear stadium bag — amphitheater security typically requires clear bags; arriving without one can get you turned away at the gate
- portable phone charger 20000mah — a full festival day from 1:00 PM CT onward will drain your battery; keep the camera ready for the moments that matter
Practical Tips
Gates open before the 1:00 PM CT start — arrive early. Festival days at large amphitheaters mean long security lines and packed parking, so build in extra buffer time. Get to the merch table when you first walk in; lines only grow as the day goes on, and Pointfest tees are a St. Louis tradition worth snagging.
Verify the venue’s bag policy before you leave home. If clear bags are required and you show up with a backpack, you’re leaving it in the car — or leaving the line. A clear stadium bag keeps you moving.
Watch the radar in the hour before showtime. Thunderstorms at an outdoor venue can trigger weather holds. Know where the covered sections are and have a meeting spot with your group in case the crowd has to move.
Stay hydrated — 86°F in a festival crowd adds up fast. Hit the water stations early and often rather than waiting until you feel it.
Doors at 1:00 PM CT. Bring the jacket. Bring the sunscreen. Pointfest is a St. Louis institution — show up ready.