Portland photographer Kelsey Jean used expired Polaroid and 35mm film to capture the fleeting details of Pickathon’s 25th anniversary. You might even find yourself in one of the frames — download yours!

Paste Magazine captured the magic of our 25th anniversary, showing how Pickathon defies the festival formula with creative neighborhoods, eclectic curation, and a spirit of discovery.

Portland Mercury’s Holly Hazelwood set out to see every single band at our 25th anniversary — and did it, with 74 sets across four days. Her guide shows how Pickathon pushes limits, fuels discovery, and still leaves you wanting more.

Portland State Architecture students designed and built the Cherry Hill stage at Pickathon 2025 — a zero-waste Douglas fir and burlap structure that will be reused in schools and gardens after the festival.

Pickathon is often described with near-holy reverence — an immersive, magical festival in the woods of Happy Valley. Hosted at Pendarvis Farm, its 2025 lineup was among Oregon’s best.