This email is BIG! It contains everything you need to know. Even if you have been to a Lovefest before, please read through as each event is different in terms of the setup and what is available.

We invite you to join us on Country, amidst the trees and down by the river, in nature’s womb — nestled in a valley held by ancient ridges. Love is your safe landing.

Country

We would like to express our respect and acknowledge the Guringai and Darkinyung people, elders past, present and emerging as they are the original and traditional custodians of the land and water in this area. Lovefest values the wisdom held by First Nations people, we are listening and learning and are humbled by the help and guidance we have received. 

Address

Glenworth Valley Wilderness Adventures, 69 Cooks Road Glenworth Valley NSW 2250

When you arrive, follow the Lovefest signs to the campsite.

Drive PAST the main reception and parking, then turn left and follow the road all the way to Lovefest!

Gate Opening Hours

PLAN AHEAD TO ENSURE YOU ARRIVE BEFORE GATES CLOSE! 

STANDARD ENTRY:

Friday - 2pm - 9pm 
Saturday - 6.30am - 9pm
Sunday - 6.30am - 4pm
Monday - 6.30am - 4pm

EARLY ENTRY:

Thursday - 4pm - 9pm - note aim to be self sufficient during this time, the crew will have a lot to do!

Vehicles

  • If you are driving, make sure you have a car pass! All vehicles require one unless you have a market stall registration or artist/crew pass. 

  • In most cases you will be able to camp with your car, in your car or van in the campsite.

  • Be aware when parking and dropping off, people will be moving about the site. Cars cannot be moved onsite once parked unless you are arriving or departing the event. 

  • Drive at 5km/h OR slower than the walking pace of people around you.

Rideshare

In order to minimise cars at the campsite, as well as our footprint, we are asking everyone to do their best to rideshare.

Conditions of entry

  • No alcohol or mind altering substances including cannabis

  • No pets (Approved Companion animals may apply for a ticket, registered service animals accepted)

  • No nudity in shared spaces

  • No personal fires

  • No soap or chemicals in the river

  • Wear your wristband at all times, and request a replacement if lost or damaged

  • Leave no trace - take ALL your things including ALL your rubbish home with you

  • Abide by the event Code of Conduct and uphold the Lovefest Values and Principles

Essentials we have: 

  • Toilets

  • Cold water showers

  • Drinking water (please bring a bottle, and your own water for your campsite)

  • A selection of food and drinks vendors (see below)

  • A shared camp kitchen (cooktop/prep area, byo cooking utensils etc)

  • Dish washing station

  • Massage tents and market stalls

Toilets and Showers

We have brand new flushing portable toilets and an accessible toilet. 

We have also been able to source 2 cold water portable showers (for those who need it), and we also recommend river swims to freshen up!

Essentials to bring 

  • Bowls, cups, cutlery - even for food vendors as they will not be providing single use items (IMPORTANT)

  • Water bottle and keep cup - there will be no single use items

  • Cash to purchase food and drinks from the food vendors, massages and other healing modalities from the healing tents and market stalls

  • Camping equipment including tent, sleeping gear, pillow, linen, blankets and everything else you need to be comfortable (unless glamping)

  • Rubbish bags, or bins with lids to take all rubbish home with you - THERE ARE NO BINS ONSITE

  • Torch/head torch + extra batteries (IMPORTANT)

  • Sun hat / shawl / Swimmers / towel

  • Yoga mat / cushion or chair

  • Warm jacket / Wet weather gear

  • Musical Instruments, art & craft tools, flow toys

  • Essential oils or natural insect repellant / balm

THERE IS LIMITED MOBILE COVERAGE and NO WIFI ACCESS ON SITE bring CASH

Please note that Glenworth Valley has horses onsite, and as a result flies can be fairly pervasive! We recommend using essential oils like citronella, eucalyptus, clove, or peppermint.

ShooAway fly deterrents fans are cheap to buy from most camping stores and Kmart, and work great in your campsite to keep flies away with no toxic chemicals.

Food & Drink

Please note that we have several food vendors on different days and meals for this event, see the details below

Alfreds Crepes - Full festival - Crepes everyday!

Hemporium - Friday - Sunday: Acai, smoothies, kombucha, chai and chickpea curry

Sacred Platter offers a unique, all-vegetarian/vegan fusion of rich Indian delicacies, masterfully crafted in a pristine environment. Our mission is to nourish your body, mind, and soul with exquisite, soulful flavors, making every meal a divine experience.
Saturday lunch: vege burgers & vege stir fry noodles
Sunday lunch & dinner: - Tasty Indian vegetarian meals

Plus more to be announced.

We recommend you bring your own food, in addition to cash for the food vendors onsite. 

We have a shared communal camp kitchen available with a basic setup. You can bring food to add to community cookups, and help out with the cooking and cleaning. We ask that the space is vegetarian only and that you help clean up after using the space.
You can also cook your own meals, however space is limited and it may be busy at mealtimes. 

If you plan to bring your own cooking setup, there will be plenty of space in the campsite to setup your own.

Ice will be available to purchase at HQ on Sunday Morning for those bringing their own food, and is also available from Glenworth Valley Reception at other times.

There is a washing station to wash your plates, cups and utensils.

Program

Here is the draft program for the full 6 days. Take the time when you arrive to connect to country, introduce yourself and set your intentions form your heart. From then on trust that you will be exactly where you need to be at every moment.

https://lovefest.earth/lovefest-111126-program (Subject to changes in flow - latest version will be onsite)

Leave no trace

  • Honour each other and the environment and please take your rubbish home with you. There are no bins on site. 

  • Check you have ALL your items when you leave a space! Leave no trace applies to your belongings as well as to your rubbish.

  • Be mindful with your food packaging, the less plastic and waste the better.

  • Be respectful of communal areas such as food vendors and toilets. Please keep all areas clean.

  • Goddesses on moon time please collect your sanitary products to dispense of at home.

  • Lost property will be available for collection at info, check in there on your way out. Any high value items will be photographed for collection. Low value items will be donated to charity.

  • DO NOT use neighbours bins when exiting the site. Take your rubbish HOME with you.

Substance free event 

One of our points of difference from other events is that we all commit to refraining from substances that impair cognitive function such as alcohol, cannabis and other mind altering substances. 

The idea is that we are all sober and connected to the highest vibration of love and harmony that allows us all to connect in a genuinely authentic way. 

Market Stalls and Healing Tents

There will be massage and healing tent where different practitioners will be offering services as well as artisan market stalls.

Early Entry Pass

Get the best camping site, arrive early and set up ready. Great option for larger vehicles and groups to camp together. Please note: Bring your own food as food vendors open midday Friday.

Care Team

There is a care team on site should you require support throughout the event.  Even though Lovefest is based upon personal responsibility, we have an excellent care team if any emotional support is needed.

Photography

There will be professional photographers on site taking photos for both promotional purposes, and as a catalogue of our festival experience. Let them know if you do not wish to be photographed.

Engage in the present moment! Please leave photography to the professionals when in communal spaces and group activities. If you want to take photos in other spaces, please ensure you have asked for consent from those that will appear in the photo, even if they are in the background.

Health & Safety

Please be aware that like any outdoor location there may be insects, leeches, ticks and snakes at the camp. Insects, leeches and ticks are to be self managed, so please bring your chosen treatments with you. If you develop any symptoms such as a rash or fever, swelling, or difficulty breathing, please visit first aid at HQ immediately. 

Respect people's comfort and safety, for example, ask permission before hugging

Invite your friends to join! Give them code LOVEFRIENDS for a 10% discount

Thanks for reading! Show off your determination and stamina by bringing the gate team a snack or piece of fruit to thank them for their hard work. They’ll know you read through to the end, so you’ll process through the gate quickly!

We look forward to seeing you

Much Love,

The Lovefest Team