Celebrated as the best independent event for musical and artistic discovery, Pickathon is delighted to announce its diverse lineup for 2017. Taking place August 3–6, 2017 at Pendarvis Farm, the 19th edition of the Pacific Northwest’s curated music festival will feature performances by local, national and international artists spanning the genres of indie rock, folk, experimental, electronic, and beyond. This year’s lineup reflects a spirit of inclusion, with close to 50% featuring women, as well as international artists from Australia, Canada, Israel, New Zealand, Sweden, Thailand, Tuva, and the UK. The 2017 lineup presents:
Nestled in the wilderness just outside of Portland on Pendarvis Farm in Happy Valley, Oregon, Pickathon offers a truly unique experience for the festival-goer, where visitors enjoy a weekend full of performances by cutting-edge musicians on fantastical, artist-designed stages that are extraordinary to behold. Fully immersed in a beautifully crafted environment, attendees are provided infinite possibilities for entertainment and relaxation, from wellness activities such as yoga, massage, and acupuncture, to some of the best food and beverage Portland and the surrounding areas have to offer, including local food trucks, breweries, and wineries. Widely regarded as a pioneer in sustainability at a festival environment, Picakthon continues to implement innovative strategies that make the event 100% zero waste. This family-friendly event has made a name for itself as the go-to destination for those seeking an alternative to the standard festival experience.
Tent camping in the woods at Pendarvis Farm is included with Weekend Admission Tickets, or choose to upgrade to a specialty camping package. Pickathon’s Carefree Camping package provides a ready-made campsite with tent, bags, pads, and pillows at the cost of $400. Deluxe campsites are available, which provide tents, platforms, cots, bags, pillows, and chairs for $600. Camping at Pendarvis Farm is only available with the purchase of a Pickathon Weekend Ticket.
Early entry is available Thursday August 3rd for those with Weekend Tickets at the cost $85. Early entry passes must accompany Pickathon Weekend Tickets and are needed by each adult and teen arriving early on Thursday August 3rd.
Pickathon hosts 6 once-in-a-lifetime music, food, and drink experiences available to anyone attending the festival, entitled the Curation Series. Each intimate meal is capped at 55 people. The cost per person is $60.
Single Day Tickets include admission to all shows on Friday August 3rd, Saturday August 4th, orSunday August 5th.
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