LITTLE FOREST FESTIVAL: A PSYCHONAUT’S GUIDE TO THE GALAXY
A three day outdoor New Year’s Eve festival of music, art and love.
Little Forest Festival is a multi-genre gathering rooted in values that reach far beyond music. It is a holistic celebration of life, creativity, and community—fostering unity, connection and a shared sense of consciousness.
Once a year we come together beneath the Milky Way for our annual celestial revelry.
Calling all astral travellers, mystical explorers, metaphysical adventurers and wandering cosmonauts—gather your crew, summon your mischief and prepare for unexpected detours into adventure, absurdity and beautiful improbability.
FESTIVAL TIMES: Gates open at 10 am on 31 December 2026 | Gates close at 12 noon on 2 January 2027. No entrance allowed after this time.
WHAT’S NEW
We appreciate the thoughtful feedback we received. We have taken this on board and are focusing on key enhancements in the following areas for this year’s edition:
GLAMPING
- We’ve partnered with a new glamping supplier for our bell tents.
- All bell tents are 5m in diameter and match the images provided.
- A new premium option is available, featuring en-suite bathrooms and privacy screens.
- Guests can now choose shaded canvas dome or bell tents set up under Bedouin stretch tents.
- The glamping area has been relocated to a quieter zone, further from the sound systems.
ABLUTIONS
- Dedicated technicians will be on-site at all ablution blocks throughout the festival to monitor water pressure and address any technical issues.
- A full overhaul of the premium Rejuvenation Station experience.
- Expanded cleaning crew to ensure consistently high hygiene standards.
ACCESS CONTROL
- Transitioning to a new scanning system to ease congestion at the entrance.
- Additional experienced scanning staff on-site during peak periods to ensure smooth entry.
TECHNO TEMPLE
- Enhanced focus on the Techno floor, featuring international artists and an expanded setup.
LITTLE FOREST FESTIVAL 2026 ARTISTS
Watch this space for line up and artist announcements. With over 8 internationals and our best local cosmonauts, this year’s edition promises to be the most exceptional yet.
LITTLE FOREST FESTIVAL 2026 LINE UP TIMES
Performance schedule will be announced in due course. The forest is waiting for you.
FESTIVAL STAGES
FOREST STAGE
The Forest stage will lead the festival journey with filthy beats and chunky visual treats. It features seven banging international headliners as well as our well-established and up-and-coming home-grown acts from Cape Town and JHB.
TECHNO TEMPLE
The Temple features two international headliners alongside the best techno & electronica the mother city has to offer. Expect unique twist and turns from a stage of many emotions, from nights of driving bass lines to days filled with groove and steeze.
QUASAR STAGE
The Drum & Bass stage is where the tempo spikes and the night finds its edge. Rolling bass lines, razor-sharp breaks, and relentless energy collide in a space built for movement. From deep, liquid grooves to high-voltage jungle and face-melting neurofunk, this is a journey through the full spectrum of DnB.
CHILL BEATS BY THE DAM
Drift, unwind and recharge by the water. Find your flow at the dam where ambient soundscapes and chilled rhythms revitalise and refresh.
FESTIVAL SPACES
A diverse collection of spaces invite you to enjoy the festival to its fullest.
From vibrant social hubs and curated food and drink offerings to immersive art experiences, mindful sanctuaries, and restorative wellness areas, each environment has been designed to offer its own distinct atmosphere and experience.
INFORMATION STATION
Pop into the Information Station if you need help with anything or information on any aspect of the festival.
PREMA SHANTI
Activation of body, soul, and mind at the Prema Shanti Healing Sanctuary. This dedicated space offers a safe, nurturing environment for exploration of healing and self-care practices. A place of mindfulness and restoration, it invites festival-goers to pause, decompress, and rejuvenate before re-joining the festivities. Offerings include massage, Shiatsu, Reiki therapies and much more.
ART ALCHEMY GALLERY
The Little Forest Art Alchemy returns for its third year, growing from strength to strength. Showcasing a dynamic blend of live art and curated static works, it has become an unmissable destination for all festival-goers.
REJUVENATION STATION
The Rejuvenation Station is a premium ablution facility offering hot showers and flush toilets, designed for general camping ticket holders seeking an elevated level of comfort. This area has been significantly upgraded since the previous edition to enhance the overall experience. Tickets are available online or on site at the Information Station, subject to availability.
Please note: Access to ablution facilities is provided for all attendees. Free hot showers and toilet facilities are available throughout the festival grounds.
GLAMPING
Both Soultree and Firefly glamping villages are located within a private, secure area designed for comfort and ease. Each village includes 24/7 on-site management, dedicated ablution facilities, and shared chill spaces for guests to relax and connect.
We appreciate the thoughtful feedback and suggestions for improvement we received. Launching a new venue naturally comes with a few early challenges but your valuable insight help shape what comes next.
- We’ve partnered with a new glamping supplier for our bell tents.
- All bell tents are 5m in diameter and matches the images provided.
- A new premium option is available, featuring en-suite bathrooms and privacy screens.
- Guests can now choose shaded canvas dome or bell tents set up under Bedouin stretch tents.
- The glamping area has been relocated to a quieter zone, further from the sound systems.
- A dedicated ablution technician will be on-site throughout the event to service glamping facilities.
Please note: Glamping packages are valid for the two-night full festival duration and do not include festival entry. Festival tickets must be purchased separately.
PARKING
The following parking options are available:
- Glamping guests: Dedicated parking is provided within the glamping parking area. Porters will assist with transporting your luggage to the check-in area.
- General Camping: Camp and Park separately: Ideal for those wanting to camp in the shaded areas along the river. Vehicles are parked separately from the camping zones.
- General Camping: Camp and Park together: Purchase a Camp + Park car pass to park your vehicle alongside your tent in a designated area near the dam. Please note this area offers little to no shade.
FESTIVAL FEATURES
Three curated dance floors | Chill beats by the dam | A range of glamping and camping options | A scenic swimming dam | Hot showers and flush toilet facilities | The Souq: a vibrant market featuring clothing, jewellery, and handcrafted goods
SAFETY: 24-hour security | On-site medics | Lifeguards on duty | Comprehensive fire safety measures
REFRESHMENTS: Food Court: a diverse selection of delicious vendors, including vegetarian and Halaal options | Fully licensed bar with card facilities
SPACES: Dedicated chill spaces | Art Alchemy Gallery | Safe Space Wellness Sanctuary | Prema Shanti Healing Sanctuary | Information Station | The Rejuvenation Station – premium ablutions
BE THE CHANGE
Be the change you want to see. We are one.
UNITY: Look out for each other | Love and respect your festival family | Offer guidance and patience to new festival goers.
VENUE: Respect the venue and the neighbours | Drive slowly and carefully | Do not stop on neighbouring farms.
AWARENESS: Trust your instincts | Do not accept drinks in open containers | Report suspicious behaviour | Keep your valuables safe | Leave expensive items like laptops and cameras at home.
LOVE THE EARTH: Keep it tidy. Pick up your kak | Put cigarette butts in the bin or use a portable ashtray | Use biodegradable toiletries | Car pool to the event and reduce your footprint
Together, we create the space we all want to experience.
OUR FESTIVAL FAMILY: Our community is the change. We are the counter culture that changes the world. Always speak your truth. Take care of your festival family. Good vibes and attitudes only. THE UNIVERSE IS INFINITE. IN INFINITY WE ALL BECOME ONE
THE NO LIST
- No open flames. This includes gas – no gas cookers.
- No fireworks.
- No Under 18’s: ID on request. No photocopies, affidavits, or expired documents accepted.
- No glass on site.
- No domestic animals.
- No illegal substances.
- No weapons.
- No littering. Please use refuse bins and cigarette butt bins provided.
- No papsak or cooler boxes on the dance floor.
- Right of admission reserved.
- Tickets are non-refundable.
DISCLAIMER: Right of admission reserved. Participation in the event is entirely at own risk. The organizers accept no responsibility whatsoever for injury, death, loss or damage of any nature to persons, vehicles or belongings, even in the case of negligence. Due care has been taken to make this event safe and secure.
