Pickathon Isn’t Just Stages – It’s an Immersive Wonderland
Pickathon 2024 is set to be an unforgettable adventure, and we’re thrilled to reveal the Neighborhood Lineup! Each year, Pickathon transforms Pendarvis Farm into a vibrant tapestry of music, art, and community, and this year is no different. Here’s a sneak peek into the diverse and immersive neighborhoods that await you at this year’s festival. With 15 unique neighborhoods, there’s something for everyone to explore and enjoy.
Neighborhood Lineup: What’s New for 2024?
- Neighborhoods at Pickathon 2024:
- Cherry Hill Neighborhood
- Coyote Neighborhood
- Curation Neighborhood
- Farmhouse Neighborhood
- Galaxy Barn
- Galaxy Courtyard
- Grove Neighborhood
- Lucky Neighborhood
- Market Neighborhood
- Orchard Neighborhood
- Paddock Neighborhood
- Refuge Neighborhood
- Welcome Lot
- Windmill Neighborhood
- Woods Neighborhood
Meet the 2024 Neighborhood Lineup
Cherry Hill Neighborhood
Innovative Architecture:
Cherry Hill, designed by students from Portland State University’s School of Architecture, focuses on reusable, sustainable materials.
Design Concept:
This year’s installation transforms from a stage backdrop to a passageway, a sitting area, and more, embodying the concept of possibility and transformation.
Coyote Neighborhood
Family Fun:
The Coyote Neighborhood is all about family-friendly activities with a nautical theme this year.
Design Concept:
Led by Captain Coyote, kids will enjoy sea serpent gateways, shipwreck stages, and interactive crafts.
Curation Neighborhood
Curated Experience:
The Curation Neighborhood offers a meticulously curated experience, blending music, art, and immersive environments to create a unique and thought-provoking space.
Design Concept:
This year’s theme revolves around “Time and Transformation,” with installations that invite festival-goers to reflect on their personal journeys and the collective experience.
Farmhouse Neighborhood
Welcome Hub:
The Farmhouse Neighborhood is your introduction to Pickathon! It’s our front door! You’ll hop off the shuttle, or get dropped off right in front, and for anyone who arrived at the South Lot this is where you will get your tickets. This is your gateway to adventure!
Galaxy Barn Neighborhood
Day and Night Vibes:
Known for its late-night ragers and cool daytime sets, the Galaxy Barn is one of the few air-conditioned stages.
Design Concept:
This year, technology and nature blend seamlessly in the design, with interactive technology and a gigantic LED panel wall by Planar showcasing live feeds and abstract views.
Galaxy Courtyard
Celebratory Space:
The Galaxy Courtyard is perfect for late-night DJ dance parties and relaxing with friends.
Design Concept:
This design explores wayfinding and celebration, with a skeletal structure for relaxation, refreshments, and dancing.
Grove Neighborhood
All-Day Dance Party:
Located near the Paddock Stage, the Grove Neighborhood is your go-to for dance-heavy programming. With DJs spinning late into the night and specialty cocktails available, it’s a central hub of energy and fun.
Design Concept:
This year, entering the Grove means meeting friendly guardians like the mantra, frog, and stick insects. Inspired by “Honey, I Shrunk the Kids,” the environment features giant flowers, leaves, and grass, creating a whimsical, larger-than-life experience.
Lucky Neighborhood
Cozy and Cool:
The Lucky Barn offers an intimate indoor venue with air conditioning, ideal for artist interviews and small performances.
Design Concept:
The Lucky Neighborhood at Pickathon 2024 features shaded relaxation areas designed by Guildworks, performances, and yoga sessions, offering a vibrant and unique festival experience all hours of the day.
Market Neighborhood
Explore Local Flavors:
Next to Cherry Hill, the Market Neighborhood is perfect for discovering local food and crafts. With a farmer’s market and various vendors, it’s a vibrant spot to shop and dine.
Design Concept:
The Market team is focused on creating a welcoming and vibrant bazaar atmosphere that invites you to linger, lounge, shop, dine, drink, and explore day-to-night interactive and engaging artwork, with modular lounge seating and picnic tables dotted throughout.
Orchard Neighborhood
Gateway to Pickathon:
The Orchard serves as a tranquil entry point to the festival, with spaces to lounge and enjoy the weekend’s vibes.
Design Concept:
The design aims to inspire a transition from daily life to the festival’s dreamlike experience.
Paddock Neighborhood
Evening Gatherings:
Situated in the main meadow, the Paddock Neighborhood is perfect for late-night cool-downs with mysterious visual art installations.
Design Concept:
The new backdrop, “Antlers & Sunset,” designed by Hoffman Construction and ZGF Architects, symbolizes growth and renewal with louvered pillars forming a half-sun.
Refuge Neighborhood
Wellness and Relaxation:
The Refuge is a sanctuary for wellness activities like massages, sound therapy, and botanical weaving.
Design Concept:
This year, designed by Libby Greenfield, Gabriel Brown, Nate Jones, Lindsay Love, Kaylee Mayeux, and architect Jackson Toole, it embraces the theme of 1000 cranes for peace, prosperity, and hope, providing a tranquil space to rejuvenate.
Welcome Lot
First Stop:
The Welcome Lot is the initial gathering point for festival-goers, setting the stage for the Pickathon experience.
Windmill Neighborhood
Wind-Inspired Design:
This neighborhood features interactive elements showcasing the force and elegant shapes of wind using lightweight fabrics, bamboo, and reclaimed materials.
Design Concept:
Immerse yourself in the artistic representations of wind in its many forms.
Woods Neighborhood
Immerse in Nature’s Symphony:
Tucked at the base of a natural wooded amphitheater, the Woods Neighborhood is iconic. Every year, we weave together trees and branches to create a stunning stage backdrop. With food, beverages, and free water available, it’s the perfect place to relax and enjoy the music surrounded by nature’s beauty.
Design Concept:
The 2024 Woods Neighborhood features Forest Baskets for intimate gatherings, mystical Portals, and winding tunnels leading to the legendary Woods Stage. Created by the Branch Crew Team under the visionary Mark Lakeman and Samantha Rayvin, this is not just construction but a joy-fueled creation where every branch tells a story.
Explore the Neighborhood Lineup: Get Your Tickets
Join us at Pickathon and experience the transformation in the Market Neighborhood. Tickets are selling fast for August 1-4, 2024, in Happy Valley, Oregon. Get your tickets now! Follow us on Instagram and Facebook @pickathon for real-time updates!
