EXPERIENCES & ACTIVITIES

More than just a place to stay, camping is a core part of The Forest experience.

From panels and workshops at The Brainery to spontaneous dance parties with neighbors and late-night conversations with new friends, the spirit of Forest extends far beyond the stages.

Surrounded by towering trees, Sherwood Forest is a world within the festival, curated by a collective of creative minds. Wander among immersive art, roaming performers, and mind-bending activities, or catch sets at beloved spaces like The Observatory, Honeycomb, and the Grand Artique.

By day, relax in a sea of hammocks, explore hidden gathering spots, and marvel at intricate, otherworldly art.

By night, the Forest transforms, lit by mesmerizing displays, secret parties, mystical characters, and surprises around every turn.

With 30+ DJs dropping in throughout the weekend, no two visits are ever the same.

Wander behind the Trading Post for intimate performances, unexpected moments, and discoveries around every corner.

As the gates to Electric Forest open, some may be gifted a wooden key.

Each key is engraved with a numeric code. Throughout the weekend, the Electric Forest App will reveal a set of winning numbers. If a match is made, the Keyholder is called to the Kiosk on Main St.

And then, a gift—sometimes an epic experience, sometimes a rare keepsake or a mission, will be bestowed.

Returning Forest Family: download the app and bring your 2025 Key with you for a chance to be called!

Artists, makers, dreamers, and idea-sharers alike can find their path of involvement through workshops, contests, creative projects and more.

The 2026 Winners have been announced!

Head to the Brainery on Main St. to learn from your fellow Forest Family, get down to Prize Cart Remixes each night after headlining sets, explore new art in The Forest, and stop by the EF Radio Studio to connect with Plug In Winners during the festival.

Check out the 2026 Winning remixes here!

The Brainery on Main St. in the GA Campgrounds is a space where the Forest Family comes together to learn from one another collectively.

Workshops, classes, and panels cover everything from crafting and EDM line dancing to meditation, breathwork, and artist-led discussions.

Check out the full schedule in the Electric Forest Mobile app!

EF Radio is a 24/7/365 community-driven radio platform that broadcasts exclusive mixes, live sets, and stories of the festival’s many curators and participants in an effort to share the true essence of the Electric Forest experience.

Stop by the new EF Radio Podcast Studio and hear artists to share their voice beyond the stage.

More than just a morning run, this is a chance to move together, connect with fellow Forest Family, and experience the grounds from a new perspective.

Whether chasing a personal best or simply soaking in the energy of the Forest, every step is an invitation to build community, share smiles, and create lasting memories.

Lace up, show up, and move through the Forest together.

Embark on a mysterious journey throughout the weekend, uncovering clues with the help of fellow time travelers and Forest Family. Visit the nearest Time Travel Agency booth to get started.

Explore all the ways to expand your impact through our onsite non-profit partners: Conscious Alliance, End Overdose, Head Count, and To Write Love on Her Arms.

Plus, learn more about the impact made throughout the local community over the year through Music in Schools, Michigan CAMP project, and more.

Donate lightly used camp gear - including tents, sleeping bags, coolers, and more - to a Camp Gear Donation Location, found at each neighborhood pod in the Campgrounds (notated on the map) where the Electricology team collects for donation back into the local community.

Join the Camp Traction and Consciousness Group Leaders Friday night at 7 PM for a sober support meeting.

This meeting welcomes all who enjoy or are curious about enjoying live music in a clean and sober environment.

Not affiliated with AA, NA, or any other organized recovery group.