The Festival Babes are heading back to Redmond, Oregon, September 19–21, 2025 (this weekend!! AH!). If you’ve got your ticket, buckle up. Cascade Equinox is back at the Deschutes County Fairgrounds, ready to deliver a full sensory overload of music, art, wellness, food, and community.
Lineup Highlights & Vibe
This year’s lineup leans more into dance and electronic while keeping live, genre-blending sets in the mix.
Headliners include big names like Disclosure, Sylvan Esso, Troyboi, Big Gigantic, Chromeo (DJ Set), Passion Pit (exclusive DJ set). And the under card is just as good: Mersiv, Moontricks, Flamingosis, Artifakts, The Sponges, Zen Selekta, White Denim, High Step Society, New Constellations, and more. Expect heavy bass, electro-folk vibes, groove, funk, and some surprise genre twists.
Daytime, Spaces & Unique Experiences
Music isn’t the only thing on the menu. Here’s what else to expect:
- Solar Spin: an indoor roller disco/skate rink with live DJs and music. Perfect to rest your feet from the dance fields or try something playful.
- Culinary Commons: festival food done right. Locally sourced, many options (vegan, gluten-free, etc.), global flavors. Eat up.
- The Grove: chill out zone with boutique shopping, local libations (beer, wine, craft cocktails), comfy hang out spaces.
- Healing Garden: wellness activities like massage, sound healing, and more. A space to recharge.
- Nomadic Market: artisan goods, crafts, marketplace vibes. Great for discovering cool handmade items.
- The Orbit: kid’s zone with family friendly, curiosity-driven activities.
There are also workshops, performance art, live painters, and other immersive installations scattered across the grounds.
Practical Details & Tips
To make the weekend go smoother:
- The festival opens at noon Friday through Sunday.
- There is a preparty Thursday in the Alpenglow Village.
- Camping and RV options available. Showers (for purchase) in “The Oasis”.
- Bring layers. Forecast says warm days, chilly nights. Rain gear is smart.
- Pack essentials: reusable water bottle, sunscreen, a bandana (for dust), comfy shoes.
- Sustainability is a big part of the festival. Biodegradable service ware and eco-bands help with rainforest conservation and local tree planting.
Why It’s Worth Your Time
Cascade Equinox is not just about listening to music. It’s about escaping into a better version of a festival. Between the art, the wellness, and the community vibe, this feels made for people who want more than just a music festival. If you like feeling like you are part of something, not just watching something, this might be your weekend.