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Galaxy Barn

The Galaxy Barn is home of all tightly packed, dynamic sets. It’s also the only stage that is completely solar-powered. Sinkane, Leon Bridges, and Joseph were just a few Galaxy Barn  highlights from last year’s Pickathon. If you look up at the ceiling or at any wall of the Galaxy Barn, you’ll also find instruments, […]

Artist Spotlight – Ibeyi

French-Cuban twin sisters Lisa-Kainde and Naomi Diaz have been drawing in headlines from NPR, The FADER, and The Washington Post. “Ibeyi” translates to “twins” in Yoruban, which is fitting since the duo started out their career playing the music of their father’s Yoruban culture. In their debut, self-titled album, the duo’s soft voices contrast expertly with beats […]

Lucky Barn

Finding handmade signs, art, and installations at each stage is one of the unique things about Pickathon. Every corner of the Lucky Barn is covered in antique art from the Pendarvis family. Sherry Pendarvis even hand-painted the sheet paper that acts as a backdrop for the stage. Only at the Lucky Barn will you find […]

Artist Spotlight – Dan Deacon

Experimental artist Deacon is known for creating exciting spaces during his shows where he invites audiences to participate. Everyone can’t help but dance during his performances. Recently, Deacon has been leading masterclasses in England to teach students how to compose music. And before educating people on music, Deacon finished a tour with Miley Cyrus and […]

Pickathon Kids

Kids are an important part of Pickathon because we are firm believers in including the whole family at a music festival. This is why kids 12 and under get in for free! Throughout Pickathon, you’ll see kids busking along the trails, drawing portraits of musicians, and babies wearing music earmuffs. We also have a kids […]

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