FAQ: LISTEN
MUSIC AND WELLNESS FESTIVAL
NOVEMBER 1ST-3RD, 2024 | DESERT HOT SPRINGS, CA
Q. What is the address?
A. The event will be held at a private 5-acre homestead on the eastern edge of Desert Hot Springs, CA in the Palm Springs area. The exact location will be shared with ticketholders.
Q. What should I expect for accommodations and food?
A1. Think of this as a normal camping trip. BYO food, drinks, tent, water, etc. (There is running water and power!) It will be cold at night, so come prepared with some warm clothes, blankets, whatever you need to feel most comfortable and cozy. We will be providing light snacks throughout the day like breakfast bars, fruit and water.
A2. Some food and beverages may be available for purchase on-site.
Q. Are fires allowed?
A. Yes, Individual fires are allowed but must be manned at all times.
Q. Is there a place to cook?
A. There is a small kitchen equipped with BBQ grills, a microwave, Keurig coffee maker, Hot water pot, and a camp stove and utensils. With the number of participants at the event, this will be a first come, first served area, so if you can byo camp-stove for cooking, that will work best.
Q. What do I wear?
A. Bring your own vibe. Temperature can fluctuate drastically, so please bring appropriate clothing for hot days (70s-80s) and cold nights (50s-60s). We would recommend a bathing suit or something you can get wet if you decide to participate in the contrast therapy with cold plunge and/or sauna use. Also, comfortable clothing for yoga and other movement portions of the day as well as a costume… (see below)
Q. Is there a theme?
A.YES! We are calling in the real DISCO era for our dance party on Saturday night. 70s and Saturday Night Fever vibes. THINK: Psychedelic, vibrant, groovy and FUN! Bell bottoms, big hair, big accessories, mustaches, etc. Let’s get into it! Want to add a zombie touch? Go for it! All expressions are welcome. Message us if you need help!
Q. Toilets and showers?
A. There are 4 toilets and one outdoor shower available on the property.
Q. Anything else I should bring?
A1. PLEASE BRING THE FOLLOWING:
- YOGA MAT
- MUG FOR TEA & CACAO
- WATER BOTTLE
A2. We recommend a headlamp or flashlight, a journal, a water bottle, a mug and comfortable footwear!
NOTE ON WIND!
Desert weather can fluctuate from day to day and WINDS can get very strong. Please bring the appropriate stakes for your tent and safe storage for loose items. In some cases, folks have chosen to sleep in their vehicles to stay out of the weather. The elements will be with us and we welcome an open mind and resilient mentality ◡̈
PROGRAMMING
FRIDAY
6p - Opening Ceremony
7p - DISCOVERY (disco+recovery). DISCOVERY is Brandon and Courtney’s signature collaborative experience where they’ll guide the group through a breath and movement journey, followed by a disco and dance music set from Brandon. Enjoy the space with access to the recovery lounge, functional beverages bar, and the healing power of dance.
SATURDAY
DAY - Saturday Day will include opportunities for yoga, acro yoga workshop, cold plunge, sauna, happiness workshop, cacao breath and sound journey, collaborative art project and more!
NIGHT - Saturday Evening will include a Halloween Pizza Dinner, Live DJs, access to all of the additional community spaces, and a special full moon ceremony at midnight!
SUNDAY
DAY - Sunday morning will present an invitation to drop in to some light movement, integration workshop, and closing circle.
12-2p - Departure
OFFERINGS
MORE TBA!
camping
3 days, 2 nights of camping under the stars at a private ranch on the outskirts of Desert Hot Springs.
Oct 27-29
Suggested arrival to campsite 12-6pm Friday afternoon.
cacao + breathwork
Breathwork is a transformational process that combines an ancient two-step breathing technique with uplifting music to create an incredible physical and spiritual experience.
Saturday
sound healing
enjoy a beautiful flow of crystal sounds.
Saturday and Sunday
yoga
Start fresh Saturday morning with community led sunrise yoga or if you want to sleep in, join in our late riser yoga at 10a.
recovery lounge
Enjoy a number of biohacking services including lymphatic drainage massage and red light therapy.
Drop in all weekend!
disco
We call in the spirit of DISCO. Diverse. Inclusive. Supportive. Compassionate. Open. We welcome all bodies and all ages. We support each other and work together. We are free and open to express, to see and be seen.
All weekend.*
*Saturday night, dress up in your favorite 70s disco attire for a special halloween party and live DJ performances.
full moon ceremony
We celebrate halloween and our theme of release with an epic full moon fire ceremony.
Saturday - Midnight
cold plunge
Ice Pass LA will be offering guided cold plunges and sauna sessions, along with breathwork and embodiment practices.
Saturday morning and beyond.
community art
Bring your own favorite art modality to share, or drop into our community art space.
Saturday night, dress up
All weekend.