This is not a festival. This is a co-created gathering of conscious, driven, & playful humans – here to explore new ways of life.
Join us for ecstatic dances, dirty DJ sets, and cuddle puddles. For fireside conversations on weaving the primal with modern technology. For yogic flows, tantric meditations, and temazcal ceremonies. For meeting the creators of new villages, alternate space-holders, and fresh paths to self-realisation.
Step into four days with up to 200 inspiring humans, immersed in lush nature. As we go deep, laugh lots – and take action toward more connected ways of being.
We Begin With The Threshold Ritual
Hold up. Take a breath.
Before the dancing and mischief — we pause.
And begin by intentionally contracting ...
Entering stillness. Meeting discomfort. Dropping into the present.
Our first evening will be "the threshold ritual” – involving raw nature, deep sound, and heavy breath.
It ends with handing in our phones and screens — a symbolic release to fully step into the now.
Only then, do we erupt into sound, color, and aliveness.
Reawakening what modern festivals have forgotten: the deeper the contraction, the greater the expansion.
Then, The Schedule Comes Alive
We'll keep the schedule light. Giving space for people to hangout, create spontaneously and enjoy the lakes together.
Expect mornings with dynamic meditations and active flows.
During the afternoons? Offerings to get you experiencing; contact improv, sauna-ice journeys, authentic relating. And offerings to get you exploring; permaculture workshops, community visioning, and teachings from pioneering land projects
At night – bonfires, DJ sets, psychedelic kirtans and wholesome shenanigans.
Held In Deep Nature
We’ll be at Aterra, in Alentejo, Portugal – a few minutes from the beaches and ocean. A private 12 acre eco-glamping site full of bird-songs, lush colours and festival vibes. .
We'll enjoy a private lake, established forest gardens, pool, temazcal, beach, moroccan yurt stage, organic restaurant, covered main stage, and more.
Ultimately, The People Make It
For the ones who believe a better way of life is possible.
For those creating spaces – retreats, villages and playgrounds.
For those holding space – the yogis, facilitators and open channels.
For the intuitives – who long to dance, to feel, to create.
For those … who remember.
We know that ‘normal’ is broken.
So, right now we gather in little pockets … an ecstatic dance here, a festival there, a retreat on the side.
It’s time for something bigger.
Let’s come together – to laugh, go deep and play. But to also take action – for new ways of life that bring deep connection back and enable thriving in our modern world.
You in?
Come As A Contributor
This is a co-created space. Everyone who comes is part of making it what it is — by running a session, helping set up, or simply showing up fully.
Want to run an event? This is a safe space to try it out. It’s how we grow.
Want to offer a service? — like reiki, or professional photography.
Want to create something? — a mandala, an installation, a light show.
We welcome it all.
Contributors get discounted tickets and other exchanges.
Get in touch: connect@innate.global
This is a playful experiment among grounded, kind humans. A perfect space to offer what you’ve been holding.
Dance barefoot under the stars. Spark a lifelong friendship. Meet a soul mate. Start a podcast on ‘altered states’. Swim in the lake under moon. Join a permaculture farm.
Meet someone to cofound your idea. Lose yourself in the music. Take enough cacao to have an ego death. Kick off a midday massage train. Feel that “I’ve found my people” moment. Run an experience sharing what you love.
Invent a new meditative ritual. Rewire your nervous system through laughter. Dress up as a chicken nugget. Turn a jam session into a business model. Remember what you are.
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When & where does it start + end?The Gathering will happen at The Gardens; near Viana do Castelo. The closest airport is Porto. Exact address for the gates to the venue entrance: R. da Regedoura 221, Geraz do Lima (Santa Maria), Portugal You can arrive anytime after 2pm on 4th October. It ends on 8th October, after a morning brunch. So book your exit flights later in the afternoon/eve that day; it's about a 50 mins drive to the airport. For people who are contributing an event to the Gathering, or helping to setup stuff ... they can come from 2nd October – getting two days of vibes and meals for free : )
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How do I get there?We generally recommend getting to Porto, and then renting a car, or sharing a Bolt directly here with another attendee for ~€40 [€20 per person] - it takes about 45 minutes. Car rentals are stupidly cheap in Porto during October, so we'd highly recommend. Address for your car: R. da Regedoura 221, Geraz do Lima (Santa Maria), Portugal We'll open a Gathering whats app with attendees to help you coordinate your travels. If you'd prefer to take public transport, you can train to Viana do Castelo and then a taxi to the Garden. 70+15 minutes to the Garden --> €5+€15.
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What is the cancellation policy?Let us know if you can't make it at least 3 weeks before. And we'll cancel your place. You'll then be able to use your payment for any other experiences at Innate.
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Do I have to contribute something?Nope. But we'd love it if you did! Afterall, this is a co-created event. Apply as a contributor, and come a couple of days early for the pre-gathering shenanigans. A creative workshop, a movement session, dancing, a socialising idea ... you name it, we're open to it. Just email connect@innate.global if you're unsure. There's very fast wifi, and deskspaces, at the venue. Which you'll be able to use during the two days before the gathering : )
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Can I have my phone at some point during the 4 days?You can use your phone before the opening ceremony, and after the closing ceremony we run. From 7pm on the 4th October, until 7pm on the 7th, we'll be screens free. There is very fast wifi at the venue, and workstations too; so if you come a day or two early as a contributor, it's very easy for you to get some remote-work done.
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What do you mean by a co-created experience ?The people who attend the experience, bring it all to life. Most of the events on this gathering are created and run by the people attending it. Giving them a chance to shine. And creating a varied and adventurous schedule(!) Trust us, our team has run these types of co-created experiences for over 6 years. They're magical. Afterall, it's all about bringing the right people together, in an inspiring setting... and then letting things flow.
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What are my accommodation options?First you'll buy a ticket that gives you full access to the venue & facilities. As well as 3 chef-prepped vegetarian meals per day, & coffee/tea. Then you can buy accommodation separately. Coming in your own tent or van is free. A tipi, fully setup with single mattress and sheets, is €120. Bell tents with double-mattresses are around €170. And private rooms are pricier.
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Can I help setup the gathering?Yes! Message connect@innate.global We're assembling a small crew, who are down to come a couple of days early. You'll get those days (meals included) for free, and a lower price too. There's very fast wifi, and deskspaces, at the venue. Which you'll be able to use during the two days before the gathering : )
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What's the policy on alcohol & smoking?The Garden (our venue) is alcohol, smoke, & vape free. You're free to outside the entrance gate. However, we have negotiated to have a couple of glasses of local wine each evening, per person ... to fit Innate's 'middle path' philosophy
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What is the deeper purpose of this Gathering?To explore — and build momentum toward — new ways of life. We know that deep connection is not a luxury. It’s our birthright. Connection to Self — through presence, breath, movement, and care. Connection to Others — through true community, shared support, and co-creation. And connection to Nature — to the land, the cycles, the wildness, and the mystery. And yet… most of modern life has pulled us far from all of that. So the deeper question this Gathering holds is: How do we bring that connection back — while still thriving in our modern world? New ways of living are already emerging, on the fringes. You can see them in land projects, in co-living experiments, in the revival of ancient wisdoms and soulful collectives. This Gathering is a space to bring those seeds together. To explore what’s possible not just for a few days — but for the road ahead. To meet the people who are dreaming, building, and living it already. And to take one step closer… to what comes next.
