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title: "Tomorrowland food and drink prices, in Pearls"
description: "How food and drinks are paid for at Tomorrowland: what a Pearl is worth in EUR, SEK and NOK, topping up, the cup deposit, own food in DreamVille and refunds."
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# Tomorrowland food and drink prices, in Pearls

**Short answer:** At Tomorrowland all food and drinks are paid for with Pearls on your bracelet, as there is no cash on site. In 2026 EUR 20 bought 10.5 Pearls, so one Pearl cost about EUR 1.90 (SEK 21, NOK 20). There is no official food and drink price list, but the cup deposit is 1 Pearl.

## How do you pay for food and drinks at Tomorrowland?

All food and drinks at Tomorrowland are paid for with Pearls, the festival's own currency, loaded onto your bracelet. There is no cash on the festival grounds, so you tap your bracelet at the bar and the food stalls. You top up Pearls online in advance or at Top-Up booths on site.

In 2026 the rate was EUR 20 for 10.5 Pearls, which works out at about EUR 1.90 per Pearl. That is the number you need to convert the prices on the menus.

## What is a Pearl worth in SEK and NOK?

One Pearl cost about SEK 21 or NOK 20 in 2026, using the ECB reference rates of 14 October 2026 (SEK 11.16 and NOK 10.60 per euro). The table helps you convert when you see a menu on site:

| Pearls | EUR (approx.) | SEK (approx.) | NOK (approx.) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1.90 | 21 | 20 |
| 2 | 3.81 | 43 | 40 |
| 3 | 5.71 | 64 | 61 |
| 5 | 9.52 | 106 | 101 |
| 10 | 19.05 | 213 | 202 |
| 10.5 | 20 | 223 | 212 |
| 21 | 40 | 446 | 424 |
| 31.5 | 60 | 670 | 636 |
| 52.5 | 100 | 1,116 | 1,060 |

Rule of thumb: multiply the number of Pearls by 21 for Swedish kronor or by 20 for Norwegian kroner. The 2027 rate has not been announced, so check it again before the next festival.

## What do food and beer cost at Tomorrowland?

Tomorrowland publishes no official food and drink price list, so we do not list prices per item. Prices for beer, cocktails, burgers and fries appear on other sites, but without a source that can be checked, so we do not use them.

What is confirmed:

- Everything is paid in Pearls, no cash.
- Reusable cups carry a deposit of 1 Pearl, about SEK 21 or NOK 20, which you get back when you return the cup.
- Your own food and drink are banned on the festival grounds.
- In Montagoe, meals and the bar are not included and cost extra.
- Breakfast could be pre-booked in the 2026 Add-On Sale, which opened on 16 June.

So plan your budget per day rather than per item. What to expect in total for the trip, food included, is shown in [Tomorrowland on a budget](https://tomorrowland.se/en/guides/tomorrowland-on-a-budget/) and on [how much Tomorrowland costs](https://tomorrowland.se/en/prices/).

## Can you bring your own food and drink?

Not onto the festival grounds, but in DreamVille you can. That is the biggest difference for your wallet if you camp. These were the rules in 2026:

| | Festival grounds | DreamVille |
|---|---|---|
| Own food | Banned | Allowed |
| Own alcohol | Banned | Max 6 cans per person, 50 cl max each |
| Soft drinks | Banned | Max 6 cans or plastic bottles per person |
| Water | Banned (liquids, plastic bottles) | Unlimited |
| Glass | Banned | Banned |

Everything you bring into DreamVille must be in unopened packaging. Your own barbecue is banned, but there are barbecue zones, and gas over 500 g is not allowed. DreamVille also has a Marketplace and a Chill Out Area included in every package, and the opening party The Gathering on Thursday is free for DreamVille guests. The accommodation types are compared on our [DreamVille page](https://tomorrowland.se/en/dreamville/). The other entry rules are in [Tomorrowland rules](https://tomorrowland.se/en/guides/tomorrowland-rules/).

## Is alcohol sold at Tomorrowland?

Yes. Alcohol is sold at the festival bars and paid for with Pearls. All visitors must be at least 18, at the festival and in DreamVille. Your own alcohol is only allowed in DreamVille, within the limit of six cans per person.

## How do you top up Pearls?

Top up online in advance if you can, because it gives you an automatic refund. This is how it worked in 2026:

1. Activate your bracelet in your Tomorrowland account. Only then can you top up Pearls.
2. Top up under "My Bracelet" in your account with Visa, Mastercard, Bancontact or iDEAL.
3. Load at least EUR 20 the first time, then in steps of EUR 10. The maximum is EUR 1,000 per top-up and EUR 5,000 in total on the account.
4. Top up on site at Top-Up booths if needed, with cash or card. Then you have to request the refund yourself afterwards.

Scandinavian cards are charged in euros, so your bank converts at its own rate and may add a currency fee. More on the bracelet and payments is on our [Pearls page](https://tomorrowland.se/en/pearls/).

## Can you get leftover Pearls back?

Yes, but it costs 2 Pearls, about SEK 43 or NOK 40, and bonus Pearls are not refunded. Pearls are also only valid for one weekend, so you cannot save them for next year.

| How you topped up | Refund in 2026 |
|---|---|
| Online via "My Bracelet" | Automatically from 24 July (Weekend 1) or 31 July (Weekend 2) |
| On site at a Top-Up booth | Form from 24 or 31 July at 13:00, until mid-August |
| Bonus Pearls | Not refunded |

The last day for the manual form was 14 August 2026 according to the terms, but two FAQ articles said 13 August, so aim for the earlier date. Refunds are paid via SEPA or PayPal.

## What should Scandinavians keep in mind?

Pearls are bought in euros, so your card and your bank decide what they actually cost in your currency. A few things to check before you go:

- Your card. Visa and Mastercard work online, and the Top-Up booths on site take card or cash. Bring a spare card in case one gets blocked.
- The currency fee. Many banks charge a fee on euro purchases, and it applies both to Pearl top-ups and to spending outside the festival.
- Cash. Euros in your wallet are only needed outside the grounds, for example in Boom, Antwerp or Brussels, or if you want to top up with cash at a booth.

## Tips for keeping costs down

- Top up in moderation. Start with EUR 20-40 and add more, so you do not end up with a big balance to reclaim.
- Eat in DreamVille. If you camp, you can keep your own breakfast and snacks in your tent.
- Return your cup. The deposit is 1 Pearl per cup, and it adds up over a weekend.
- Think in your own currency. Multiply by 21 (SEK) or 20 (NOK) before you order, so you know what it costs.

## Frequently asked questions

### Can you drink alcohol at Tomorrowland?

Yes, alcohol is sold at the festival bars and paid for with Pearls. You cannot bring your own drinks onto the festival grounds, but in DreamVille each person may have up to six cans of alcohol of at most 50 cl.

### How much is a beer at Tomorrowland?

Tomorrowland publishes no official price list, and the beer prices circulating online could not be verified. What is certain is that you pay in Pearls, with one Pearl costing about EUR 1.90 in 2026, and that the reusable cup carries a 1 Pearl deposit.

### Can you get Tomorrowland Pearls back?

Yes, leftover Pearls can be refunded for a fee of 2 Pearls, but bonus Pearls are not refunded. If you topped up online the money came back automatically from 24 July (Weekend 1) or 31 July 2026 (Weekend 2); otherwise you had to submit a form by mid-August.

### How much is one Pearl worth?

In 2026 EUR 20 bought 10.5 Pearls, so one Pearl was worth about EUR 1.90. At the ECB rates of 14 October 2026 that is about SEK 21 or NOK 20.

## Sources

- [Tomorrowland FAQ: Pearls exchange rate](https://faq.tomorrowland.com/hc/en-us/articles/4401948627988)
- [Tomorrowland FAQ: topping up Pearls](https://faq.tomorrowland.com/hc/en-us/articles/4401948634004)
- [Tomorrowland FAQ: refund fee](https://faq.tomorrowland.com/hc/en-us/articles/4401956844308)
- [Tomorrowland FAQ: cup deposit](https://faq.tomorrowland.com/hc/en-us/articles/50791281928212)
- [Tomorrowland Belgium: General Terms and Conditions (Annex 2 and 3)](https://belgium.tomorrowland.com/en/sales-info/general-terms-conditions/)

*Updated: 2026-10-15*