Enter the Metropolis of Imagination
A restorative vacation built for Radical Discovery.
This isn’t just a festival; it’s a temporary city of art and architecture designed to let you disconnect and recharge. We don’t believe in “upcharging” for quality of life—at Pickathon, the premium experience is the standard.
Your Ticket Includes Everything:
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Built-in Comfort: Access to artist-designed architectural lounges, deep shade, and wellness programming is standard. No VIP upgrade needed.
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Curated Living: From the world-class culinary zones to the immersive art, every detail is designed to keep you energized.
Immerse Yourself in the Design Wander through distinct “neighborhoods” woven into the woods, each defined by massive, reusable architectural stages.
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The Logistics: Includes Parking Shuttle, unlimited stage access, and Walk-in Woods Camping (if you choose to stay).
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The Vibe: A friction-free escape where the environment itself is the headliner.
1. Weekend Admission Passes
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Four-Day Pass (Thu–Sun): The Complete Arc. Our flagship experience. Witness the full evolution of the festival from the first note Thursday to the final farewell Sunday night.
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Three-Day Pass (Fri–Sun): The Classic Weekend. Perfect for those who need a Friday-after-work escape into the trees.
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Teen Pass (13–17): Future Citizens. We offer a 50% discount for teens to ensure the next generation of music lovers can join the family. (Adult accompaniment required).
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Kids 12 & Under: Always Free. No ticket required.
2. Early Arrival Add-Ons
Wednesday is the New Thursday. To ensure our community is settled and ready for a full day of music on Thursday, we have moved Early Entry to Wednesday at 5:00 PM.
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Wednesday Early Arrival Ticket: Arrive a day early to claim your favorite forest campsite. Enjoy a quiet “test the magic” preview of the farm’s lights and soundscapes. (Requires a 4-Day Pass).
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3-to-4 Day Upgrade: If you bought a 3-Day Pass but want to join us for the Thursday kickoff (or add Wednesday entry), use this upgrade.
3. The Patron Pass (All-Access)
Don’t just watch the festival—join the inner circle. Standard “VIP” usually means separation; the Patron Pass means connection. This is for those who want to support the festival’s mission while enjoying the ultimate backstage experience.
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Artist Village Access: Complimentary catering and beverages shared with the artists and crew.
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The Inside Track: Access to backstage hospitality at every stage and entry to exclusive “pop-up” performances.
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Ultimate Ease: Includes Wednesday Early Arrival and a dedicated Express Concierge for check-in.
4. A Ticket With Purpose
Creative Neighborhoods + Pickathon. A portion of every ticket goes toward our partnership with Creative Neighborhoods. We aren’t just building stages; we are building a pre-apprenticeship classroom where students learn the trades of the future while constructing our temporary city.
5. Logistics: Parking & Transport
Every vehicle requires a pass.
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Weekend Parking Pass: For those parking in the Welcome Lot and hiking/shuttling in.
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Vehicle Camping Pass: Required if you plan to sleep in your Van, Truck, or RV in our Willow or South Lots.
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The Green Option: Bike in via the Springwater Corridor or take our Lents MAX Shuttle to save on parking fees.
