Polar Palooza 9: Time to Shine

Fri, Oct 9 · 5:00pm —

Sun, Oct 11 · 10:00am

Hosted by Need a Minute

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Get involved! Volunteers, contributors, art installations vendors or otherwise!

Polar Palooza's 9th edition is returning to our stellar location in the heart of the Santa Cruz Mountains! Immerse yourself in the breathtaking beauty of our private, redwood-forested wonderland for an unforgettable two-day extravaganza. Polar Palooza is our chance each year to come together in celebration of community, art, and love — and we never mess around! With 4 stages of unbeatable energy curating surreal and hypnotic vibes from day to night, the 8th installment of our favorite campout showcases electrifying underground DJs from across California's scenes, original live performances, enriching workshops, and special ceremonies that unite us in the power of our collective love, community, and SHINE! Our treehouse stage dancing under the redwoods is the heart of the event, where live music, thrilling installations, and bumping genres of electronic music unite. The heated pool stage is where things steam up later on. Plus, don't miss the hilariously enchanting 2-act play that ties everything together. Prepare to be mesmerized by our captivating performers and a specially curated lineup giggling your giblets with massive speaker arrays and Funktion One audio weekend long. We’ll also have talented lyra, pole, and flow performers throughout the weekend and unique workshops to inspire your mind, body and soul. Our events are always special because of our organically grown community. Come and see why everyone always leaves Need a Minute events with new friends + full hearts, ready for the next one. Radical Participation is highly encouraged. This event thrives on YOUR participation. Share your talents and join the excitement in any of the following areas: -Lyra -Pole -Flow arts -Stage performances -Volunteer -Cuddle Space -Music -Live Painting -Kitchen -Workshops -Or some other talent/shtick you might want to share If you are interested in contributing, producing, providing, or performing, please contact chillbill (@chillbill) 21+ event Principles Zero tolerance for discrimination, harassment, or rudeness. Polar Palooza is a haven of inclusivity. Leave it better than you found it, leave no trace, pack it in, pack it out moop free festival. Polar Palooza is a safe space, please let one of the organizers or volunteers know if you experience anything that makes you feel unsafe. Respect for the property, don’t wander where you shouldn’t and fire will be restricted to certain areas. Consent Enthusiastic consent is required throughout the event. Please review our consent policy before attending. COVID Policy We’re all adults so we expect you to know your status. Take a Covid test the day of the festival and please don’t show up if you have any symptoms or are starting to feel symptoms.