Lovefest 11.11.25 - Newcastle

EVENT DESCRIPTION

A 5-day camping festival set in the beautiful natural surrounds of Glenrock Lagoon, Newcastle.

This 11:11 marks the 7th year of gathering for Lovefest's iconic annual celebration, and this one will feel like a big community retreat.

Across the five days, you'll enjoy a massive range of conscious workshops, live music, local artists, and curated market stalls, each one offering opportunities to deepen wellness, spark creativity, invite playfulness, and foster real connection.

Our vision is for each person to breathe with joy in their heart and remember the love that lives within, the most powerful healing energy we can cultivate together. 

WHAT TO EXPECT

Special guest CHAD WILKINS and more main acts to be confirmed with over 30 local artists and facilitators. Camping in magical nature surrounded by Glenrock Lagoon and Beach.

CONNECTION TO SELF

YOGA ~ QI GONG ~ BREATHWORK ~ ECSTATIC DANCE ~ ZENTHAI SHIATSU ~ SOUND JOURNEY’S - BELLY DANCE ~ MEDITATION ~ MASSAGE ~ MARKET STALLS

CONNECTION TO COMMUNITY 

LIVE MUSIC ~ SONG CIRCLES ~ CONTACT IMPROV ~ FIRE PERFORMANCES ~ DRUM AND DANCE CIRCLE ~ KIRTAN ~ OPEN MIC ~ JAMS BY THE FIRE 

CONNECTION TO COUNTRY

FIRST NATIONS CEREMONY & CULTURE ~ NATURE CONNECTION WORKSHOPS 

~ BUSHCRAFT ~ SURVIVAL SKILLS

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

With deep reverence and gratitude to the land, we honour the Awabakal & Worimi people, and ancestors of the land that walked and gathered for tens of thousands of years. We connect with the ancestors,  where we come from, and that we come as friends.

We also acknowledge our own ancestors, we feel the presence of those who have come before us and acknowledge the ancient connection between people, earth, and spirit that continues to guide and ground us, flowing through all of creation.

May our time on this land be guided by deep respect, humility, and heartful listening.

Video credit: Ryan Jasper.

CAMPING AND FACILITIES

• Toilets
• Warm Showers 
• Creek and Lagoon  for swimming. 
• Beach access (one of the best surfing breaks in Newcastle. Not patrolled)
• Vehicle entry with a car pass only, you will be able to camp with or in your vehicle
• We encourage carpooling where possible to reduce environmental impact onsite.
• Please bring ALL your own camping equipment, incl eating utensils, and everything you will need to be comfortable.
• Sorry, no dogs, or personal campfires/firepits
• Important: BYO cups plates, bowls and cutlery (washing station available)
• Bring Cash for food, drinks/snacks, markets, or massage 

FOOD & DRINKS VENDORS

• A variety of food, snacks and drinks will be available for purchase.

MASSAGE AND BODYWORK

Private massage sessions can be booked in over the weekend, get in early as these often book out! 

VEHICLES

Vehicle access provided with vehicle pass only. We encourage carpooling where possible to reduce environmental impact onsite.

There is space for campervans and caravans, register these when booking your vehicle pass.

ENTRY AGREEMENT

• This is a sober event which enables us to create a safe space for all. This means no substances that impair cognition including no alcohol, cannabis, or drugs. This will also allow us to connect together with clarity and focused intention.
• Shower before swimming in the river
• Photography and video for promotional purposes will be taken respectfully.
• No Pets 
• Dressing colourful (is recommended)

LEAVE NO TRACE

We trust that you will all respect the environment, leave no trace and even better leave the place better than we found it. Minimise waste, take your waste back with you. Practice Love for Planet Earth.

VOLUNTEER 

If you'd like to volunteer, please apply here: www.lovefestaustralia.com/cocreators

COCREATOR APPLICATIONS

Calling artists, facilitators, or masseuses, please apply here: www.lovefestaustralia.com/cocreators

CONNECT

Join the Lovefest Community Group for more information and to connect via rideshare and events.

Photo credit: Andrew Stagg