2026 FAQs

TRAVEL LOGISTICS

What airport would I fly into?

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Salt Lake City airport. It's about 70 mins away.
Ogden airport (with only a few airlines) is roughly 40 mins away.
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Can I arrive a day early?

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Yes, we have limited Early Arrival tickets. You can arrive on Thursday from 3p-8p, if you purchase the Early Arrival ticket.
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Can I bring my pet?

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No animals allowed, unless they are service animals as defined by the ADA, AND you have sent us an email to approve your pet. Email celestfest at gmail.com

What is parking like?

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We have 2 places to park onsite that are quite close to camping. We'll have wagons (or bring your own) that you can load up and then find your campspot.

What do I bring?

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See our packing list!

VENUE LOGISTICS

How far away will my camp site be?

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From where you park, you'll be anywhere from a 1 min walk to 7 min walk. We’ll provide wagons to get your stuff easily to your campsite.

What’s at the campsites?

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There are grassy areas and woodland areas. Campsite B is further from the kitchen/lodge and offering spaces and there are a few campsites close to the lodge. Some are shaded by trees.

Will there be drinkable water there?

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Yes, potable spring water

Are there showers and bathrooms?

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There are flush toilets and we're bringing in a few compost toilets. We will have at least one hot shower (you can bring one too!), and the river is available. But there are no plumbed showers at Weber Memorial Campground.

What will the weather be like?

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Look up Huntsville, UT and plan for 10-15 degrees cooler at night.
It could be as hot as in the 80s during the day, and cool at night (in the 40s).
Plan for layering.

Is there cell coverage or Wifi?

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Let's unplug together!
There is no cell coverage, unless you walk or drive a few mins down the road.
We'll have a starlink for wifi for the Marketplace on Monday, for ticketing, and for emergencies.
The Weber camphost also has a landline for emergencies.

What waters can I dip in?

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The South Fork Ogden River, a spring-fed river, flows alongside our campsites and is perfect to plunge in. there are shallow areas and deeper areas, and the water doesn't rush too fast. Swim at your own risk, as there won't be an official lifeguard on duty.

Can I set up an ez-up or large tent?

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Yes, there is ample space in campsite B, the large field and main camping area. Speak with registration on arrival if you hope to setup a larger tent not in campsite B

Is there trash on site?

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There is a dumpster onsite that you can utilize, or pack your trash out.
We will be collecting our food waste/scraps to compost.
We are asking that you take care of your own trash that can't be composted, as there will only be 1 main trash can in the main village.

When do gates open and close?

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Festival Gate Schedule:
Open: Fri 11am. Recommended Arrival: 11am-4pm
Close: Mon 6p
Daily Gate Schedule:
Fri 11a - 9p
Sat 9:00a - 2p & 6p-9p. (*closed 2p-6p for grief ritual)

TICKETS

What is included in the festival ticket?

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Entry for Fri-Mon plus camping spot (many to choose from). Bring your camping gear, or rent what you need (see options on our ticketing site).
Meals are sold separately

What add-ons are available?

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— RV/Trailer spots without hookups
— Van/Car Camping spots
— Pre setup 4 person tents with or without a sleeping pad.
— Parking

How much is a Kid ticket?

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Littles 5 and under are free.
$20 Kids 6-12
$55 Teens 13-17

What is the festival ticket price?

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See ticket pricing here
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What donations could I bring?

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Feel the love when you bring offerings like:
- organic or local fruit, nuts, seeds, or butter for the kitchen - - tea, honey, sugar, or milk (plant-based or dairy) for the Tea Temple
- tobacco, cedar or other plants to offer for the Sacred Fire.
- your voice, your songs, your stories

What if I need cannabis for medical purposes?

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While we are substance free, we understand if you need cannabis for medical purposes. If you smoke for medical purposes, please do so away from people.

THE EXPERIENCE

What a day might look-like

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Wake up to hot water ready for tea before Qigong, yoga or meditation. Gather for breakfast. Sing a fun call and response song during Morning Circle and learn about the goings on of the day. Drop your kids at the Kids Korner while you enjoy somatic movement, forest bathing, guided breathwork, and other offerings. Meet your kids and make new friends at lunch. Then enjoy sharing your voice at freestyle singing, learning a primitive skill, or engaging in intuitive painting. Dinner time! Live performance and dancing! Share songs and stories by the sacred fire at night. Feel held by the stars. Tuck in and rest well.

What is a Song Circle?

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During a song circle, “Songs are shared that are simple, easy to learn and memorize, and then sung together, sometimes with layering harmonies and different parts! You don’t need to be an expert at singing at all. Not only is it a powerful way to sing outside of societal ideas of what a “good singer is” but to practice stepping into opening your voice in a supportive and loving group container. In my experience it’s an incredibly euphoric experience of belonging.” ~ MacKenzie Madrone

How do I apply to facilitate a workshop or offering?

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Head to our Applications page. After May 1, we won't be accepting any new applications.

Will there be cacao?

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Bring cacao! We will provide a space for communal cacao. If you'd like to help organize cacao making, get in touch at info (at) celestfest (dot) com. This will likely be within the Tea Temple
It is such a beautiful thing to share and receive cacao!

Path Forward Talk

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We will be facilitating a talk on Monday for anyone wanting to pave a way forward to a more beautiful world.
We recognize that this business as usual way we are doing things is not only not sustainable, but it is a dead end for future generations.
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We have plans to create a framework for people to come together, work together, create businesses and learn skills to move in the direction that will sustain future generations.
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Come talk with us and share your vision and make connections with like-minded folx!

Volunteering with Ticket Purchase

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We ask that all attendees volunteer 2-3 hours to the village we are creating.
This may look like helping in the kitchen (we get repeat customers cause it's honestly fun to work with the kitchen crew!), helping keep the tea temple tidy, assisting with the dish washing station, helping keep bathrooms clean, etc..

What are Pods?

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A Pod is a group of narwhals ;).. A pod is a small group circle, for authentic relating games and time to share (about 10-15 people per pod). Pods will meet Fri, Sat, and Sun, and each person will have a chance to speak, to be heard, and to listen.
Each pod will have a facilitator creating a safe container for each person to listen with an open heart and practice taking ownership of their story. The people you meet in your pod will be a great anchor point during Celest Fest.

What is the Tea Temple?

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A canopied area, providing hot water and some pre-brewed herbal teas (caffeinated and non-caffeinated options), honey, milks, sugar. It will be serviced by our Tea connoisseur and volunteers (maybe you!).
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A 50 cup percolator will be available for those who want to make coffee. Please self organize to make coffee (or use the already made hot water).
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An area for making cacao will also be available.

Consider donating honey, milk, & sugar!

Thanks to Natural Law Apothecary for donating teas!!

When is Closing Ceremony?

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Closing Ceremony will be on Monday from 11:00am-1:00pm

Why do you have a Sacred Fire?

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The Sacred Fire is tended 24/7 by experienced fire keepers. It is a living, conscious being and spiritual force that serves as a portal between the physical and spiritual realms. We treat it with reverence, as it's a powerful agent of transformation, purification, and connection, and is central to ceremonies.

vENDING, ART & MARKETPLACE

Can I vend at Celest Fest?

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Yes, but we do something different.. In lieu of vendors during the entire festival experience, we'll hold a Marketplace on Monday for 3 hours, where anyone attending can sell or trade their gifts and crafts. This way, vendors participate and then everyone can focus their time on all the beautiful crafts during the Marketplace. Purchase your ticket and you're good to go! There is no extra charge to sell during the Marketplace.
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You are more than welcome to trade or gift your services during the festival if you'd like, but for 3 days, we'd like to unplug from exchanging money.

What is the Marketplace?

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A 3-hour time spot where anyone at the festival can sell or trade their crafts, art, gifts, etc... The Marketplace will be the only thing planned during that time, so everyone will get a chance to explore each other's gifts and crafts.
We've found this Marketplace experience so rewarding for all!

Can I do live art?

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Yes! We welcome live art! You are welcome to set up during a workshop, offering, or music to paint, draw, etc. Be mindful of the space and clean up after yourself.

If you have a pop-up tent you'd like to set up, just approve it with us first at celestfest at gmail

Can I provide bodywork?

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We'll have a community bodywork space! A space where anyone can go and receive or give bodywork, not a space to receive payment for services. It would be considered a volunteer offering/gift to our village.

GRIEF TENDING RITUAL

What will happen during the Grief Tending Ritual?

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First off, we understand you may have some nerves around this.. We’d like to say that we will spend time at the festival to fully prepare you for the space we will enter during this ritual.

It is of course optional, and you there is more than enough to do or space to breathe during that time, if you don't want to join.

The simple structure: First a storytelling time, then gathering in our Pods, then the ritual, facilitated by grief tenders to hold space and create a container where grief will feel safe to come out to express itself in whatever way it needs.

The Kids Korner is facilitated during the ritual, so parents can truly engage and know their kiddos are taken care of.

How might I prepare for grief tending?

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We invite you to read about the 5 gates of grief, as presented by Francis Weller in The Wild Edge of Sorrow. Spend some time letting any grief arise related to any of the 5 gates. This isn’t mandatory, just an opportunity to deepen your relationship with grief. It is welcome here. If you wish, you can bring a significant item to the festival that speaks to you in regards to grief.

Why have grief tending anyway?

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We have found that a humungous weight is lifted (individually and collectively) after experiencing the grief tending ritual. The air and people are lighter, laughter flows more easily, and there is a deeper sense of connection.

Grieving with other humans is so helpful for our souls! We encourage you to try it at least once, but also understand if it's not something you want to engage in.

KIDS KORNER

What is the Kids Korner?

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While you immerse yourself in daily offerings, your kids can enjoy a world of creativity and play under the expert guidance of our facilitators. From crafts to nature adventures, there's something for every young adventurer! (Kids can join workshops with you too)

When is the Kids Korner open?

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It’s open during all workshops and offerings, including the grief tending ritual and Angelwash, but it's not open during offerings before breakfast. It's not open during meal times (we hope your kids eat!), or evening performances (after dinner).

FESTIVAL MEALS & FOOD OPTIONS

What’s new with meals this year?

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- Meals are no longer included in the festival ticket, and are purchased separately on the ticketing page.
- You must purchase all meals or none
-You have the option to bring food in exchange for your meals. You'll see this option on the ticketing page.

We highly recommend purchasing meals, especially if you don't have the cooking gear for camping.

8 Meals will be served when buying a Meal Ticket:
Friday arrival dinner, Breakfast/lunch/dinner on Sat & Sun, brunch on Monday.
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Will there be food to purchase?

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Yes, you can purchase the Meal Ticket in advance, which includes all festival meals.
There won't be one off meals to purchase unless there is extra leftover after everyone who purchased meals eats.

How do I purchase Meals if I already bought a ticket?

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You will go to your confirmation email and set up an account so that you can then add the Meal Ticket to your purchase.

You will not be able to purchase a Meal Ticket unless you also have bought a ticket in that same order.

Email info at celestest.com if you are having trouble.

What if I have food allergies or sensitivities?

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Know that our chefs are quite experienced in keeping most common allergen foods out of our meals (gluten, dairy, tomatoes won't be in any main meal but may be on the side).
If you are concerned, please email us any foods you need to avoid - celestfest at gmail

Where can I store my food?

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Please bring a cooler if you need one and animal proof containers for food (or store them in your car). There are critters that can chew through tents, so please keep your food safe

There is no fridge available for public use.

Meal Ticket Food

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Vegan, vegetarian & Omnivore options.
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- Organic and/or local ingredients.
- Gluten free (there will likely be sourdough bread on the side for breakfast)
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Possible Breakfast: oatmeal or porridge, eggs, sourdough bread, with yummy fixings of fruit, nuts, avocado, nut butters, and other goodies for all tastes and restrictions.
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Lunch and Dinner to include veggies (raw or cooked), organic meat (if omni option), plant protein (legumes, tofu, etc), living dips, a grain (rice, rice noodles, quinoa, corn, etc).
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*** Bring a bowl or plate and silverware. We'll have washing stations and want to minimize our footprint.

RV/TRAILER SPOTS

Will there be hookups?

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No, these are more primitive RV/trailer spots.
Potable spring water water is onsite and nearby

Can I run my generator?

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You can run a generator from 8am-11pm, if needed. Be mindful if it is a noisy generator, and turn it off when not using.

Frequently asked questions