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A large yoga class practicing on the lawn by the trees at Yoga Venture
A weekend retreat in the Blue Ridge

Yoga Venture 2027

A long weekend of asana, sound, breath and community — in the woods, by the pond. June 11–13, 2027 in New Castle, Virginia. Tickets are on sale now through Afton Tickets.

The 2027 gathering

A restorative weekend in the mountains

A weekend of yoga and wellness in the woods and mountains at Wilderness Adventure. All levels welcome, from first-timers to long-time practitioners.

Classes, workshops, good food and a night or two under the stars.

Yoga Venture guests sitting out on blankets and camp chairs for an evening set
What's included

What your pass includes

  • Yoga for every body

    Sessions tailored to all levels, from gentle and restorative to dynamic vinyasa.

  • Live music

    An evening concert beneath open sky to lift the spirits and move the body.

  • Fire ceremony & drum circles

    Gather around the fire each evening to drum, sing and decompress.

  • Sound healing & meditation

    Sound baths, gongs and singing bowls by the pond.

  • Wellness workshops

    From astrology and flower essence therapy to longevity and ancestral readings.

  • Camping & cozy lodging

    Pitch a tent, glamp in a canvas suite or settle into a rustic log lodge.

  • Hiking & tubing

    Get outside and explore creeks, trails and the surrounding wilderness.

  • The Outpost

    Open all day, every day for food, drinks and information — your hub for the whole weekend.

A round table on the lodge porch overlooking the green mountain valley
Yoga Venture

A weekend of yoga outdoors.

Classes, workshops and time outside, with camping or lodging on site. All levels welcome.

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Moments

Past gatherings

Glimpses of the music, the people, and the practice.

  • A dancer with silk flags on the lawn at Yoga Venture
  • Guests on a rope swing over the creek at Yoga Venture
  • An acro yoga session under the big tent
  • Browsing handmade goods at the Yoga Venture vendor village
Food & drink

An open Outpost and food worth lingering over

The Outpost is open all day, every day for food, drinks and information. A selection of beers and wines complements every meal, vegetarian and vegan options are always provided, and the menus are designed specifically for the retreat.

  • LunchFri & Sat 11am–5pm · Sun 11am–2pm
  • Brick oven pizzaSaturday 5–10pm, by the stage
  • All dayFood, drinks and info
The gazebo reflected in the pond with the Main Lodge and fall mountains beyond
Accommodation

Pitch, glamp, or lodge

Three ways to stay. Every option includes full access to the bathhouse, common areas and event facilities.

  • No. I — Camping

    Communal sites included with every weekend pass, first come, first served. Or upgrade to a private campsite with a picnic table and fire ring.

  • No. II — Glamping

    Large canvas tents with a queen air mattress, memory foam topper, linens, rugs, lanterns, end tables and chairs. All set up before you arrive.

  • No. III — Lodging

    Rustic log cabin lodges with double-occupancy rooms, shared bathhouses and all linens included. Note your bedroom preference at registration.

Packing list

What to bring along

The essentials for a comfortable weekend in the woods — yoga ready, weather ready, snack ready.

  • Yoga mat, essential for all sessions
  • Yoga props — blocks, straps, towel (optional)
  • Bathing suit for creek and water activities
  • Comfortable shoes for walking and hiking
  • Rain jacket
  • Water shoes
  • Beach towel (shower towels provided to lodge guests)
  • Reusable water bottle, refills all weekend
  • Sun protection — sunscreen, hat, sunglasses
  • Insect repellent, especially for evenings
  • Healthy snacks for between meals
  • Personal toiletries and a small daypack
  • A musical instrument for impromptu jams
  • A mountain bike, optional, to explore the trails
Our 2026 guides · 2027 lineup to be announced

Teachers, healers and storytellers

Experienced teachers, guides and instructors from past years.

Workshops run all weekend alongside the yoga: astrology and flower essence therapy, longevity, ancestral readings, sound healing and breathwork. Nothing is compulsory and nothing needs booking in advance.

A workshop under the pavilion at Yoga Venture, guests seated in a circle
Tickets & pricing

Choose your pass

Book admission first, then choose any optional overnight upgrades through Afton Tickets.

Prices checked October 19, 2026. Early-bird admission tiers are sold out. Later listed tiers are $249 for an adult weekend pass, $199 for a youth weekend pass and $129 for Saturday. All prices exclude Afton fees; current availability and the final total are shown at checkout.

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Stay for the weekend

Camping & lodging upgrades

Communal camping is included with the Adult Weekend Pass. The options below are upgrades only: a Weekend Pass is required and admission is purchased separately.

  • Private campsites from $80; car and RV camping options from $90, plus fees
  • The Meadows sites from $110; larger sites from $170, plus fees
  • Glamping tent: $325 plus fees, with a queen air mattress and memory foam topper or four twin air mattresses; linens, lights and chairs included
  • Sly Lodge rooms from $150; Main Lodge rooms from $170, plus fees. Room capacity varies; select your room on Afton Tickets

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Good to know

Before you come

When can I check in?

Check-in begins Friday at 12:00 PM. Plan to arrive in time to settle into your accommodation before the 4:00 PM sessions.

Are meals included with my pass?

No. All meals are bought separately at the Outpost, which is open all day, every day for food, drinks and information. Your ticket does include a wine tasting with appetizers. Lunch is served 11am–5pm Friday and Saturday, and 11am–2pm Sunday, with breakfast and dinner offered throughout the weekend on a purchase basis. Vegetarian and vegan options are always available. Brick oven pizza is served by the stage on Saturday from 5–10pm.

Can I add a private campsite or request a specific bedroom?

Yes. Choose a camping, glamping or lodging upgrade on Afton Tickets after selecting your Weekend Pass. Admission is separate. Glamping bed selection is confirmed by email after purchase.

When can I get tickets?

Tickets are on sale now. Book through Afton Tickets for current prices, availability and fees. Questions about age eligibility? Call us at 540-864-6792.

Past vendors · 2026

Artisans, healers and makers

Handcrafted goods, healing arts and wellness offerings, gathered for the weekend.

  • Hand-dyed clothing on a rail at the Yoga Venture vendor village
  • Aimée Bostwick

    Spiritual direction in nature

    A certified spiritual director and practitioner of Shinrin-yoku, the Japanese art of forest bathing. Forty-five minute sessions using the grounding presence of nature as a container for reflection and listening.

    Spiritual direction · Forest bathing · 45 min, $50

  • Theresa A. Huber

    Occupational therapy & bodywork

    Candoit-EZ. An experienced occupational therapist, master body worker and aroma therapist, specializing in quick release methods that promote relief, relaxation and renewed mobility.

    Bodywork · Aromatherapy · Mobility

  • Lisa Wade

    Astrology

    A practicing psychotherapist and massage therapist before astrology became the work. She began practicing yoga in 1972 and taught it for 25 years, and has been Yoga Venture's astrologer since the beginning.

    Astrology · Readings

  • Cat Mandu Healing Arts

    Ancient healing arts

    David and Susan Adkins bring two decades of healing arts. David is a Tsubo Shiatsu practitioner; Susan is a board-certified massage therapist and certified crystal healer.

    Shiatsu · Crystal healing · Massage

  • Leia Jones

    Thai massage & yoga

    A yoga teacher, dancer and bodyworker with a 200-hour Hatha certification, a 300-hour in therapeutic yoga and a BA in dance from Hollins University.

    Thai massage · Reiki · Yoga

  • Mikaela Heimer

    Thai massage & energy healing

    Guided breathwork and meditation fused with yogic stretching, deep compression and fascia work, drawing on Chinese medicine and Kundalini yoga.

    Thai massage · Breathwork · Energy healing

  • Cheryl Murphy

    Jewelry, sound healing & flower essences

    Follow Your Bliss Essentials. Hand-made jewelry, hand-hammered Nepalese singing bowls and individual flower essence consultations, set up on the porch all weekend.

    Jewelry · Singing bowls · Flower essences

  • Autumn Botkin

    Natural health & beauty

    Health and beauty products made with all-natural ingredients and essential oils, from a business that started with a search for healthier choices for her own family.

    Essential oils · Natural products

  • Bearded Beadworks

    Artisan micro-beadwork

    Keith Martin uses the smallest beads ever manufactured, sizes 18° to 22°, to make one-of-a-kind pieces that honor both the materials and the meditative process.

    Micro-beadwork · One-of-a-kind

  • Best Buds Bakery

    Artisan bakery

    Wendi Cardwell's homemade dog and cat treats, and people treats too. Something in the case whether you have a furry companion at home or a serious sweet tooth.

    Homemade treats · Dog & cat · Baked goods

  • Southern Sojourners

    Ethically sourced global goods

    Ethically sourced goods that support local artisans with meaningful employment, from organic teas and woodcrafts to hand-stitched clothing and bags.

    Organic teas · Woodcrafts · Clothing

  • Nice Dreams

    Bohemian fashion

    Eric Bissey brings comfortable, fashionable clothes for the modern-day hippie — festival outfits and things that flow as freely as your practice.

    Festival wear · Clothing

Interested in joining our village as a vendor or service provider? Email info@wilderness-adventure.com.

Wherever you are is the entry point.

Kabir

Yoga Venture · Wilderness Adventure at Eagle Landing · 2027

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