What is Evolve?

Evolve is more than a festival—it’s a movement. It’s a gathering of hearts and minds, united by a shared vision: to create a better world for human and non-human beings alike. Join us for a lived experience of deeper connection—to yourself, to others, and to the land. Together, we’ll plant the seeds for a global network of interconnected communities and celebrate the beauty of life, humanity, and nature.

Read more about Evolve.

Our Vision

  • ✨ Share knowledge and wisdom for positive change.
  • ✨ Explore how to live in greater harmony with the earth and each other.
  • ✨ Celebrate the joy of community, creativity, and collaboration.

What to Expect

  • Radical co-creation and self-reliance—come as a participant, leave as a contributor.
  • Facilities include drinking water, toilets, and showers.
  • Stunning natural surroundings with opportunities for forest walks and grounding in nature.
  • A fire circle for storytelling, connection, and reflection.
  • Workshop spaces, community kitchens, and a cosy lounge area.
  • A like-minded community dedicated to creating positive change.

Workshops & Experiences

Evolve is an “unconference”, which means that anyone can offer a workshop in an area aligned with the vision of the festival. We’ll also be inviting some well-respected facilitators in these disciplines and will announce more as we can.

See workshop descriptions

Potential topics include:

  • 🌿 Permaculture
  • 💞 Nonviolent Communication (NVC)
  • 🌍 Deep Ecology
  • 🌀 De-centralised Governance
  • 🎭 Authentic Relating
  • 🕺 Contact Improvisation
  • 🎶 Ecstatic Dance
  • 🌱 Rewilding
  • 🧘 Yoga & Meditation
  • 🌊 Qigong

Want to run a workshop or share your wisdom? We’d love to hear from you! Email us at workshops@evolvecommunity.world or fill out this form.

Entertainment

🎧 Dance the night away with DJs on Saturday night (music ends at midnight). 🎤 On Sunday, enjoy an open mic night where the community takes the stage.

Accommodation

Camping only—bring your tent and enjoy sleeping under the stars. Van and car camping also welcome! Please let us know if you want to bring a caravan as space may be limited.

Cost

Adult tickets are $130 for 3 nights, and kids $80 (under fives free). Part of your contribution is also a minimum of 2 hours of your time to help things to run smoothly. Please contact us if you have financial hardship but would really like to come. NTAFLOF (no-one turned away for lack of funds).

Get Involved

What would you like to offer? Is there a workshop you’d like to run? Who would you like to see speak, teach, or perform at Evolve? Do you have some other offering you can contribute? Let us know!

Not-for-Profit

Evolve is a community-driven, not-for-profit event. Your participation directly supports the creation of this and future gatherings.

Join Us

This is more than a festival—it’s an opportunity to be part of something bigger. Come to connect, contribute, and co-create the future we all dream of.

👉 Tickets here: trybooking.com/CYSCA

✨ Let’s evolve together. See you there!