Dear 𝐘𝐚𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐬, 𝐬𝐞𝐞𝐤𝐞𝐫𝐬, 𝐝𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐦𝐞𝐫𝐬, 𝐝𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞𝐫𝐬, and 𝐜𝐨𝐬𝐦𝐢𝐜 𝐰𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐫𝐬, welcome to a once-in-a-lifetime journey into 𝐬𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐝, 𝐬𝐩𝐢𝐫𝐢𝐭, and sacred 𝐜𝐨-𝐜𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧.
As the wheel turns toward our fourth gathering in the sacred Cobb Valley, we return not just to a gathering, but to a remembering. A remembering that we are One, born of the same Source, walking each other home. A return to ancient truths, timeless rhythms, and the infinite dance of life that flows through all of us, together.
In 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔, Yatra steps into a powerful new chapter. For the first time ever, we are honoured to collaborate in ritual with the visionary forces behind 𝐌𝐎:𝐃𝐄𝐌 𝐅𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐚𝐥 (Croatia). Together, we will co-create an experience unlike any before, merging the wild heart of Aotearoa with the world vision of 𝐩𝐬𝐲𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 culture.
Mo:Dem (Momento Demento) Festival stands as a global beacon of the underground psychedelic movement, renowned for its uncompromising curation, immersive stage architecture, and devotion to psytrance, Mo:Dem has redefined what a transformational music festival can be. Rooted deeply in nature and community, it draws thousands from across the world to experience its unique blend of auditory precision, artistic expression, and technological resonance. www.modemfestival.com
This 𝐘𝐚𝐭𝐫𝐚 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 edition is not just a festival, it is a 𝐦𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭, a pilgrimage, a world unto itself. To weave MO:DEM legacy into the fabric of Yatra is a sacred privilege and a moment of convergence for the global tribe.
This year’s creative theme, 𝐄𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐑𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐬, invites us to honour what is already known deep in our bones. It’s a call to awaken ancestral memory, sacred connection, and the wisdom that lives within and around us.
Together, we will design and build a living temple of art, sound, wellness and ceremony, featuring a shared stage with MO:DEM, expansive immersive visuals, and a host of surprises from both Yatra and MO:DEM creative families. The result is a multidimensional experience rooted in unity, community, and co-creation, where every space is alive with intention, and every zone is a portal to transformation.
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𝐋𝐎𝐂𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍
Nestled within the mystical embrace of 𝐂𝐨𝐛𝐛 𝐕𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐲, 𝐆𝐨𝐥𝐝𝐞𝐧 𝐁𝐚𝐲, 𝐍𝐞𝐰 𝐙𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐝, amidst towering peaks and an untamed river, this pilgrimage to the festival captures the indescribable splendor of New Zealand.
𝐖𝐇𝐀𝐓 𝐀𝐖𝐀𝐈𝐓𝐒 𝐘𝐎𝐔 𝐀𝐓 𝐘𝐀𝐓𝐑𝐀 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔
𝐂𝐄𝐑𝐄𝐌𝐎𝐍𝐈𝐄𝐒
Yatra is not just a festival, it is a ceremony in motion. The entire gathering is held as one continuous sacred ritual, woven with deep intention and care. We begin with an Opening Ceremony to ground ourselves, honour the land, and set a shared intention. At the midpoint, an Integration Ceremony invites reflection and inner anchoring, and we close with a powerful Closing Ceremony to express gratitude and release. Each day is thoughtfully curated to preserve the purity and potency of the transformative journey, with every program and offering designed to deepen connection, expand awareness, and restore balance. This is the spiritual heart of Yatra — where sacred rituals, cultural blessings, and prayerful gatherings connect us to the land (whenua), our roots (whakapapa), and each other.
𝟒 𝐄𝐋𝐄𝐂𝐓𝐑𝐎𝐍𝐈𝐂 & 𝐋𝐈𝐕𝐄 𝐌𝐔𝐒𝐈𝐂 𝐒𝐓𝐀𝐆𝐄𝐒
𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐓𝐄𝐌𝐏𝐋𝐄 (𝐌𝐀𝐈𝐍 𝐒𝐓𝐀𝐆𝐄)
Located in nature’s cradle is our sacred rave altar, reborn through a powerful collaboration with Mo:Dem Festival. It is where the heartbeat of Yatra roars. Prepare for a next-level psytrance experience with cutting-edge stage design, immersive visuals, and sonic journeys that guide you through night and day in ceremonial ecstasy. This is where you dance into transcendence under the open sky.
Styles: Progressive, Dark Progressive, Zenonesque, Psy-Tech, Full-On, Forest, Twilight, Dark Psy, Hi-Tech, Ecstatic Dance, Psy-Chill, and more
Offerings: Opening & Closing Ceremonies, integration ceremony, curated dance journeys from night into day and back again.
𝐏𝐔𝐋𝐒𝐄 (𝐓𝐄𝐂𝐇𝐍𝐎 𝐒𝐓𝐀𝐆𝐄)
A deep, hypnotic descent into the underground. Here, deep techno, progressive beats, and experimental sound collide in a raw, immersive atmosphere. This is where shadow becomes sacred, and the dancefloor transforms into a space of primal rhythm, intimate ritual, and sonic alchemy. A tribute to the essence of house and techno, Pulse is carved into its own dimension, where stripped-back aesthetics, hypnotic grooves, and untamed energy converge. This zone celebrates the full spectrum of underground sound in its purest, most visceral form.
Styles: Deep Techno, Hypnotic Techno, Minimal, Progressive House, Peak-time, Dark, Industrial, Acid, Dub, Psy-Tech, Breaks, Experimental and more.
𝐀𝐈𝐎𝐍 (𝐃𝐎𝐖𝐍𝐓𝐄𝐌𝐏𝐎 𝐒𝐓𝐀𝐆𝐄)
The Aion Stage is your sanctuary of stillness and soul-stirring sound. By day, it hosts workshops and embodied experiences; by night, it flows into downtempo journeys with live acts, producers, and DJs playing through till morning. From sunrise ambient sets to global fusion and live medicine music, cabaret shows, Aion weaves deep listening, soft movement, and organic connection. A space to recharge, reflect, and flow. It is where music meets magic.
Styles: Ambient, World Fusion, Ethno-Electronica, Folktronica, Organic House, Psydub, Chillstep, Shamanic Bass, Ceremony Music, Cinematic Electronica and more.
𝐓𝐑𝐈𝐁𝐀𝐋 (𝐒𝐀𝐂𝐑𝐄𝐃 𝐅𝐈𝐑𝐄)
Where rhythm awakens memory and fire speaks in tongues, The Tribal Zone is a vibrant ground for ancestral expression. Drumming circles, fire dancers, indigenous song, and spontaneous ceremony light up this space where ancient beats meet modern movement, and the wild spirit within is called home.
𝟑 𝐖𝐎𝐑𝐊𝐒𝐇𝐎𝐏 𝐙𝐎𝐍𝐄𝐒
Step into the Workshop Realms, three immersive zones where ancient wisdom meets modern science through a rich tapestry of workshops spanning health and wellness, music production, dance and movement, ecology, yoga, rituals, couples science, sacred sexuality and more. These spaces serve as sanctuaries for deep exploration, healing, and creative awakening, inviting you to journey inward and outward through intimate ceremonies and expansive teachings. Together, they form a vibrant mosaic of knowledge and practice, where curiosity ignites insight, connection fuels transformation, and community becomes a living catalyst for personal and collective evolution.
𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐏𝐄𝐑𝐅𝐎𝐑𝐌𝐄𝐑𝐒
Throughout the day and into the night, Yatra comes alive with the energy of our dance and fire performers. Moving with skill, passion, and creativity, these artists light up the spaces around them. Their performances are a celebration of movement and expression, adding colour, rhythm, and excitement to the festival. Whether you're passing by or gathered to watch, they create moments that bring people together and leave lasting impressions.
𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐇𝐄𝐀𝐋𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐇𝐔𝐁
A sacred place of healing where authentic Māori healers and a diverse range of practitioners offer guidance, healing massages, and transformative therapies. Immerse yourself in a nourishing sea of vibrations and an abundant source of energy as you explore healing stalls and join holistic talks designed to deepen awareness, expand consciousness, and reconnect you with your inner self and the world around you. This sanctuary invites restoration and renewal of body, mind, and spirit through ancient wisdom and heartfelt care.
𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐁𝐀𝐙𝐀𝐀𝐑
Our Marketplace is a sensory tapestry where artistry meets intention, offering handcrafted treasures, festival fashion, sacred tools, and rare finds from across Aotearoa and beyond. Each stall is a portal into a world of imagination. Colourful textiles, intricate jewellery, healing herbs, and ceremonial crafts await those who wander through. It’s more than a shopping space.
𝐘𝐀𝐓𝐑𝐀 𝐊𝐈𝐓𝐂𝐇𝐄𝐍
Fuel your journey with flavour and soul at Yatra Kitchen, a vibrant gathering of conscious cuisine from across the world. Whether you’re craving plant-based nourishment, sweet indulgences, comforting curries, or energising snacks, every dish is served with care, catering to all tastes and dietary paths. At its heart is the Yatra Kitchen, a curated culinary experience led by passionate chefs bringing you gourmet meals crafted with seasonal ingredients, creativity, and love. It’s a feast for body and spirit. Here food becomes art, and eating becomes an act of celebration.
𝐘𝐀𝐓𝐑𝐀 𝐂𝐀𝐅𝐄́ & 𝐌𝐎𝐂𝐊𝐓𝐀𝐈𝐋 𝐁𝐀𝐑
Nestled near the heartbeat of the dancefloor is our cozy oasis — the Yatra Café & Mocktail Bar, a soulful sanctuary for slow sips and sweet moments. From rich organic coffee and cacao to refreshing herbal infusions and vibrant mocktails, this is your place to pause, reflect, and recharge. With shaded seating, ambient tunes, and a welcoming atmosphere, it's where conversations flow, friendships bloom, and your cup, quite literally, is filled. A perfect meeting point between the music and refreshment.
𝐈𝐍𝐓𝐄𝐑𝐀𝐂𝐓𝐈𝐕𝐄 𝐄𝐗𝐏𝐄𝐑𝐈𝐄𝐍𝐂𝐄𝐒
Yatra is a living playground of connection, creativity, and collective joy. Scattered throughout the landscape are curated spaces of interactivity. From collaborative art walls and spontaneous games to immersive installations and co-creative workshops that invite you to step out of observation and into participation. These moments spark curiosity and remind us of the beauty of play, offering joyful ways to meet fellow travelers, explore your edges, and co-create magic in real time. Whether you're painting, playing, dancing, or simply engaging with someone new, these activities are a powerful thread in the tapestry of our shared transformation.
𝐆𝐄𝐓 𝐈𝐍𝐕𝐎𝐋𝐕𝐄𝐃
Yatra is a co-created celebration, and you are an essential part of it. We open our arms to artists, djs, producers, performers, healers, facilitators, volunteers, and visionaries of every kind to bring their gifts into the circle. We believe that every individual has something exceptional to offer. This is your invitation to step in. Applications open in September 2025, and we welcome all who feel the call to help shape the soul of Yatra 2026.
Visit yatrafestival.co.nz and join us in this extraordinary unfolding of collective magic.
Yatra Festival, at its core, is a journey of self-discovery, artistic and musical exploration, and community sharing. It's like a small flower bud that slowly opens, petal by petal, until it transforms into a breathtaking kaleidoscope of experiences and personal growth. Each night, the festival transforms into a garden paradise brimming with unforgettable energy and deep, powerful magic.
The dance floor at 𝐘𝐚𝐭𝐫𝐚 𝐅𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐚𝐥 is not just a place to move your body, it's a school where we all become students of rhythm and individual expression. On 𝐅𝐞𝐛𝐫𝐮𝐚𝐫𝐲 𝟐𝟕𝐭𝐡, in Cobb Valley, the stage is set for a magnificent undertaking as we embark on this life-changing and transformative experience. Together, we will create an atmosphere that is nothing short of extraordinary.
We look forward to the moment our individual journeys (Yatras) unite. A space where we can share our passions, find meaningful common ground and create lasting memories as a community whole.
𝐖𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐥𝐨𝐭𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐥𝐨𝐯𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐭𝐮𝐝𝐞 𝐢𝐧 𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐡𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐬 𝐰𝐞 𝐰𝐞𝐥𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐞 𝐞𝐚𝐜𝐡 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐲 𝐨𝐧𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐭𝐨 𝐘𝐚𝐭𝐫𝐚 𝐅𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐚𝐥 ‘𝟐𝟔 𝐢𝐧 𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐮𝐚𝐥 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐌𝐎:𝐃𝐄𝐌 𝐅𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐚𝐥.
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