Theme Camps at Revival 2025: Pando!

Picture Revival like a lively neighborhood: And Theme Camps serve as its bodegas, art houses, classrooms, and cozy nooks, each brimming with creativity and a welcoming sense of home. In step with our Pando theme—celebrating Earth’s largest living organism and a beautiful reminder of our interconnectedness—these camps invite you to wander from one vibrant space to another. Whether you’re recharging in a mellow lounge, getting inspired by immersive art, or diving into an impromptu workshop, you’ll experience how our shared roots bring us together to learn, explore, and celebrate as one community. Camp Registration Deadline: May 1st, 2025.

What Are Theme Camps?

A Theme Camp is a group of friends (new or old!) who come together around a shared idea, passion, or offering. Don’t let the word “theme” scare you off: it’s just a fun way of saying your camp brings something unique for everyone to enjoy. Whether you’re hosting nightly jam sessions, building a mindful meditation space, or throwing impromptu dance parties, we can’t wait to see what you dream up!

Key Highlights:

  • Open to Everyone: Your camp’s public area is open to all festival-goers.

  • Choose Your Own Adventure: Throw scheduled workshops, plan spontaneous shenanigans, or just provide a chill place to hang out.

  • Full Festival Support: We’ll even schedule Revival-sponsored events in your space if it fits your vibe (with plenty of notice, of course).

Why Host a Theme Camp?

Being part of a Theme Camp is a fantastic way to plug in to Revival, build community, and make new connections:

  1. Community at the Core: You’re creating a space for everyone to experience and enjoy.

  2. Early Access & Perks: Theme Camps can enter the festival grounds early to set up their space—and get a head start on the fun!

  3. Ticket Refund Incentives: Up to 10 core organizers in each camp may qualify for a 50% ticket refund after the festival.

  4. Grant Opportunities: Need some financial support for art, décor, or attendee-focused projects? You can apply for a grant (more below!)

  5. You’re Pando in Action: Each Theme Camp is another thriving “root” in our collective Revival forest, strengthening our festival’s sense of interconnectedness.

  • Types of Theme Camps

    We love variety and self-expression! Here are a few types of camps you might consider forming:

    • Rogue Camps: No scheduled events, just pop-up magic whenever you feel like it.

    • Open Invite Camps: Camps with a special focus (sober living, LGBTQIA, women’s community) that remain welcoming to all for its events, but allows anyone the camp is geared towards, to stay and camp along side the camp’s organizers.

    • Wellness Camps: From yoga to herbal tea ceremonies—anything that nurtures mind, body, or spirit.

    • Immersive Camps: Transform your space with interactive art, performance, or experiential storytelling.

    • And More!: Family-focused camps, eco-conscious camps, or anything else your imagination can conjure.

    Each of these categories is just a starting point. However you choose to shape your camp, we’ll be excited to welcome you to the Pando forest!

  • Grants & Funding

    To help bring your best ideas to life, Revival offers grant funding from ticket sales. Whether you need extra flair for décor, art supplies for a giant participatory sculpture, or equipment for serving free food to attendees, a grant might be your golden ticket.

    • What We Fund: Enhancements that improve everyone’s experience—think art installations, communal lounge materials, or supplies to create memorable interactive moments.

    • Restrictions: We can’t pay for personal tickets, travel costs, or tools (for building the camp i.e saws, drills etc.).

    • Application & Review: Apply using our Grant Application Form. The Revival Board reviews each submission to ensure it meets the mission of fostering community (and we think your creativity fits right in!).

    Why Do We Offer Grants?

    Our community is at the core of Revival. By offsetting some of the costs for materials and supplies, we encourage participants to dream big and create experiences that inspire, educate, and engage. We want to make sure finances are not a barrier to your ability to share something truly memorable with fellow attendees.

    Grant Highlights

    • Available Funds: $5,000–$15,000 total grant pool in Year One. (depending on ticket sales)

    • Grant Range: From micro-grants (under $500) to larger-scale awards (up to $2,500 per project)

    • Priority: High-impact proposals that benefit the greatest number of participants

  • Important Deadline!

    • May 1st: This is your magic date to be featured in the official festival guide, map, and website. (You can still register after, but you won’t appear in the official listings—sad face!)

Theme Camp FAQs

Here’s some answers to common questions by camp organizers regarding ticketing, ticket refunds, and requirements for camps!

How does the 50% ticket refund work for core organizers?

Up to 10 core organizers per camp can qualify for a 50% ticket refund after the festival, provided they deliver their camp’s offerings as planned. These are award using the 2:1 ratio of campmates to core-organizers.

Do I need a specific “theme” or can my camp just be a chill hangout?

Either works! Some camps love a unified concept (like an “underwater mermaid oasis” or “hammock heaven”), while others simply provide a laid-back space. All we ask is that your camp fosters a sense of community and has a public area open to everyone

When do I have to set up and tear down?

You’ll receive early entry to set up and must be ready by Thursday (the first day of the festival). Teardown must be completed by the Monday after the festival ends. Remember to leave no trace!

What’s with the 2:1 ratio for “core organizers” to other campmates?

We want each camp’s core organizers to be folks who genuinely shape and build the camp. For every two non-core members, you can have one core organizer. This helps ensure those who do the heavy lifting are recognized and eligible for camp-specific ticket refunds.

Can I still get a refund if I’m not a core organizer?

Yes! You can apply for a contributor refund by volunteering directly with Revival or hosting an event on your own. This comes from our general contributor program, not from the camp’s 10-person allowance.

How about safety, consent, and conduct rules?

All organizers and attendees must follow Revival’s Code of Consent and Conduct. This ensures a respectful, inclusive environment. For full details, please see our main policy page.

What’s with the 2:1 ratio for “core organizers” to other campmates?

We want each camp’s core organizers to be folks who genuinely shape and build the camp. For every two non-core members, you can have one core organizer. This helps ensure those who do the heavy lifting are recognized and eligible for camp-specific ticket refunds.

What’s the private vs. public space requirement?

Your private camping area (tents, personal kitchens, etc.) can be no more than twice the size of your public space. This helps ensure that each camp remains inviting and open to all attendees.