This is a general listing of things that go on at the festival other than what’s on the stages. We call ‘em Happenings. Click on the green titles to find more information about each category. Take a look, try something new…
Opening Ceremony
In preparation for the experiences and lessons Shakori Hills has for us this festival, we offer our gratitude. The words that come before all else, shared by Eli Thomas. Meadow Stage, Thursday 4:15pm
Kids & Families
We have a wonderful array of fun ways for kids of all ages to be involved in the festival.
Elkland Art Center Earth Day Parade
Come along on the magical journey through the festival! Bring your noisemakers and don your snazziest festival garb, and join Elkland Art Center in the Earth Day Parade. Elkland Art Center’s mission is to build community while making art; using art as a means to make the world a better place. Stop by the Kids Tent from 11-1pm beforehand to create wings and parade costumes! Meet at the Kids Area, Saturday 1:30pm
Workshops
Shakori Hills is a place to learn, and what better way to learn than by hanging out with some of the experts? Hit the dance floor with Dance Workshops; hone your musical skills with some of the festival’s performers in Music Workshops; stretch, move, and exercise your body and spirit with Movement Workshops.
Demonstrations
At each festival, we have skilled artisans practicing their work all day so that everyone can see how it’s done and maybe even get a chance to try it out.
Sustainability Fair
The Sustainability Fair serves as the festival’s center for community involvement and environmental education. Centrally located in the Sustainability Pavilion – built by festival volunteers as a live example of sustainable living techniques – this “nonagon” will host multiple forums and demonstrations throughout the weekend.
Indigenous Crafts
The Shakori Hills Indigenous Crafts Area is adjacent to the pond and Dance Tent and welcomes Native American crafters and craftsmen to display, demonstrate and sell their art and wares.
Healing Arts
Skilled practitioners from around the country will be offering different modalities of massage and bodywork therapy in the healing arts area. Also natural healing and gentle care for (non-life threatening) injuries and other health concerns will be available.
Advocacy Booths
As you’re passing from Carson’s Grove to the Meadow Stage, you will find some wonderful local organizations along the road who are doing great things in our surrounding communities. Come on by, get some information and find out what they are about!
More Great Happenings
Sometimes there are Happenings that just don’t fit in any category. These are extra special activities that you probably won’t find anywhere else, and Shakori Hills is honored to bring them to you.