I’ve been having a particularly difficult time parting ways with my old Lucidity wristbands this past week. Somehow one small tangible remnant has started to mean so much. Can anyone relate? I already miss waking up next to all my friends. Unzipping the tent fly and poking my head out to say hello to the neighbors. Greeting the days with an unmatched openness that exists at Live Oak. Source ..read more

It is with a heavy heart that we inform you of an unexpected development. Despite our successful track record at Live Oak Campground for over a decade, the Santa Barbara County Fire Department and California Highway Patrol have not approved our event scheduled for June 28-30. They have cited high fire season concerns and access issues due to the flowing river, which impairs one of our evacuation… Source ..read more

To better describe the narrative, words can only take you so far. Many of us are visual learners, and having a picture in your storybook sings to the inner child in all of us. Painting this picture year after year is festival co-founder Mark Goerner. With the exception of one year Mark has created many fantastic iterations of the yearly theme. This year marks year 11, named Auroras’ Light… Source ..read more

Whether you’re a seasoned festival-goer or a first-timer, navigating the dance floor with grace and respect for those around you is essential for everyone to enjoy the festivities to the fullest. In this guide, we’ll explore some key tips and etiquette to ensure you make the most of your time on the dance floor while fostering a positive atmosphere for all. Before we dive in… Source ..read more

Editor’s note: this is by no means an advocacy post for substance use. This is intended to be a helpful and necessary resource for the safety and wellbeing of communities. If the topic of substance use is uncomfortable, triggering, or offensive, this may not be the post for you. Kindly read with caution and understanding as you proceed.* <3 But harm reduction in a festival setting… Source ..read more

Immerse yourself and truly learn what it means to “be in” recovery. Let’s face it, the world is full of music festivals that serve as an oasis for yogic modalities. At every turn there is a music festival in every corner of the world. From breathwork to sound healing, yoga to dancing, festivals are creating a space where recovery isn’t just a concept—it’s a lifestyle. Source ..read more

Those who have attended Lucidity in past years are well aware that the festival has previously been held in late April, when temperatures are cool and a sprinkle of rain can be expected here and there. With Lucidity being held at the end of June this year, we invite a new element to the party: the simmering summer heat. When preparing for Lucidity this year, it’s essential to prepare for… Source ..read more

Where are we now? This year marks Episode 11 on our pathway to universal consciousness. Joseph Campbell theorized that there are 12 parts in every hero’s journey, which means we are closing in on the peak of our proverbial story. We can ride the tailwinds of Auroras’ Light to guide us into understanding and elevation as we take a little peek inside the mythic story underlying the festival. Source ..read more

“So You Think You Can Shaman?” is an over-the-top, hysterical interactive comedic quiz show that lovingly skewers our favorite themes and memes from the festival world and inserts them into classic games and challenges in the vein of Family Feud, Jeopardy, The Dating Game, and more. The wacky team behind this game show invites real Lucidity attendees from the crowd up on stage to compete… Source ..read more

That feeling is something we all love and hold on to, and I believe it is what keeps us coming back, again and again. How can we integrate the feelings and joys of festival life into life in the real world? Let me count the ways… Planning get-togethers with your festival squad is vital to keeping the spirit alive in the ‘off-season.’ My friends and I plan regular events to get together… Source ..read more