Mashti One-Day Festival | Inspired by the Mystery and Beauty of the Forest

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Escape the city for a day and step into a world of music, creativity, meaningful conversations, and unforgettable moments. Whether you come alone or with friends, you'll find a welcoming community where curiosity, connection, and celebration come naturally.

Nestled within the historic grounds of Bånkall Gård, this intimate gathering invites you to wander through gardens, discover hidden experiences, and enjoy a thoughtfully curated program of inspiring talks, workshops, live performances, music, a shared brunch, and a guided nature walk.

Throughout the day, you're invited to slow down, move, breathe, create, and reconnect, with yourself, with others, and with the beauty of the natural surroundings. As daylight fades, the atmosphere transforms. The music grows deeper, the lights begin to glow, and the celebration continues with DJs, dancing, and unexpected moments waiting to be discovered.

Taking place during the harvest season and around the Autumn Equinox, the festival also invites us to reflect on cycles, gratitude, abundance, and the transition into a new season.

What the space offers

A beautiful historic dance hall • Hidden forest experiences and surprises • Local Art Market • Art Installations • Lavvos tucked away in the woods • A tipi to rest and get cuddly • Cozy chill-out spaces • A charming café • Outdoor seating areas • A room hosted by Safe Space for care and support • Free parking • Outdoor climbing during the day time.

The Venue

The festival takes place on a beautiful farm in Oslo, approximately 30 minutes from Oslo Bus Terminal by direct bus, followed by a 3-minute walk from the bus stop. Buses continue running every 40–60 minutes during the late evening.

The farm café serves an excellent selection of homemade baked goods, coffee, tea, and unique beverages throughout the day. During the evening, freshly made pizzas will also be available for purchase.

Tickets

The festival begins during the day and continues into the early morning.

You can choose between:

• Full Festival Pass – Experience the complete 20-hour festival journey, featuring inspiring talks, workshops, live performances, a guided farm & forest walk, a handcrafted crown-making workshop to complete your evening look, live music, DJs, and immersive experiences, from morning until sunrise.

• Day Pass – Includes breakfast, Techno Yoga & Dance, inspiring talks and workshops, live performance, a guided farm & forest walk with the farmer.

• Evening Pass – Includes the Autumn Equinox Opening Ritual, an all-night dance journey with some of Oslo's finest DJs, hidden encounters tucked away in the forest, and a soft landing in a cozy cuddle puddle.

We highly recommend joining the full experience. There will be time to relax between the daytime and evening programs, and you're welcome to bring a hammock and enjoy a nap in nature.

If you are a parent and would like to bring your child to our daytime program, you are very welcome to do so. While some parts of the program are suitable for children, we also offer a dedicated children's room throughout the day.

From 11:00 to 16:00, the space will be supervised by a qualified art teacher and an assistant from a Steiner kindergarten for children aged 2–7.

We also offer a Farm & Forest Tour from 14:00 to 15:30 with Andreas, the farmer at Bånkall Gård, providing a fun and engaging outdoor experience for children, while parents participate in sessions that may not be suitable for younger attendees.

Day Program

The detailed program and introductions of our collaborators will be shared gradually on our social media.

Complimentary breakfast plus one coffee or tea is included for daytime and full festival ticket holders between 10:00 and 13:30. Vegan and gluten-free alternatives will be available.

10:00–10:45 | Arrival - Come early to meet and mingle

Techno Yoga & Dance Journey with yoga teacher & DJ. Bring your yoga mat and your rave outfit, and join us for an uplifting journey of movement, breath, stretching that gradually unfolds into a vibrant dance floor experience.

Panel Talk - Our Backdoor to Nature by Ciarán, a trained medical doctor and Irish Celtic shaman. Drawing on medical science and nature-based traditions, he explores how altered states of consciousness can deepen our connection with ourselves, nature, and our place within it.

Live Acoustic Performance by Hanna Oceans, an artist, songwriter, and mystic joining us from Sweden, whose music blends otherworldly folk/pop. She weaves her magic through acoustic instruments and enchanting vocals, drawing inspiration from nature, mythology and matters of the human heart.  

Other activities happening throughout the day that you can choose between: (No advance registration is required)

• Guided nature walk led by Andreas, followed by gathering natural materials for the crown-making workshop.

• Inspiring workshops created and led by community members, with a focus on nature and human connection. This is an open invitation for anyone who would like to contribute. Please reach out if you're interested.

• Outdoor climbing (16:00-18:00). Youreceive 50% off the regular ticket price. The full price is 415 NOK.

Or simply explore the grounds at your own pace, meet new people, get cozy in a tipi, or enjoy a quiet moment in nature

18:00 | Farewell to our daytime guests.

Additional Experiences for Full Festival Guests

Between the daytime and evening programs, full festival guests are invited to enjoy:

• Forest crown-making workshop from 18.30 - 19:30. Your handcrafted crown becomes part of the evening dress code

• Homemade warm soup

• Time to rest, explore, or simply enjoy the farm

Evening Program

19:30–20:30 | Arrival | Please arrive on time. This is a shared experience, and we would love to begin the evening together. Once the opening ceremony has started, we are unfortunately unable to allow entry.

21:00 | Keepers of the Earth Ritual / Autumn Equinox Ceremony. A musical and elemental remembering performed and guided by ritualist and artist Hana Oceans, joining us from Sweden. Together, we honor the Autumn Equinox through song, breath, drumming, and a communal altar, celebrating the gifts of the Earth and our connection to one another.

22:00 | Huxby & Cupcakes | Guided by instinct, the duo creates a journey through shifting rhythms and unexpected turns, gently carrying us from the opening ritual into the night's dance journey.

01:00 | Matiago | A mystical, enchanting, and invigorating performance that will move your feet and set fire to the dance floor. The energetic peak of our collective journey.

03:00 | Jaimie | A closing dance journey through downtempo and organic house, blending deep rhythms and emotional storytelling to guide us gently toward sunrise.

05:00–06:00 | Cuddle Puddle & Goodbye. As dawn arrives, we gather one last time to land softly, share warmth, reconnect with ourselves and each other, and celebrate the journey we've shared.

Evening Dress Code: Forest Fantasy

We love: Handcrafted natural crowns or headpieces • Flowing fabrics • Botanical details • Whimsical touches

If you have an Evening Pass and would like to join the crown-making workshop, you're welcome to participate in the workshop from 18:30 to 19:30. An additional workshop ticket is required.

Why We Gather

Over the past one and half years, Mashti has brought people together through workshops, conversations, music, movement, and shared experiences with the intention of creating meaningful connections. This time, we are stepping outside our usual venue and gathering on a beautiful farm surrounded by nature.

This festival brings together the essence of everything we have created so far into one shared experience. This is an intimate gathering. The limited capacity and our commitment to creating a carefully curated experience are reflected in the ticket prices for the event.

Good to Know

Bånkall Gård is one of Oslo's best-preserved historic farms, with roots dating back to the Middle Ages. Once a resting place for travelers along the old Trondheim Road, it is now a cultural heritage site surrounded by beautiful nature. Please help us take good care of the buildings and surroundings.

The farmer lives on the property close to the venue. Please respect their privacy and do not enter areas that are not part of the festival.

Animals live on the farm. Please admire them from a distance, do not feed them, and avoid approaching them.

There will be a private gathering in one of the neighboring buildings from 12:00 to 20:00. We kindly ask you to respect their space and keep noise to a minimum while using the shared outdoor areas and common spaces.

Community Guidelines

• Practice consent at all times. Always ask before touching someone or taking their photo. If you offer anything to someone, clearly explain what it is first.

• Treat yourself, others, and this shared space with kindness and respect.

• We do not tolerate harassment, bullying, discrimination, non-consensual behavior, excessive intoxication, or damage to the venue or nature. Anyone engaging in this behavior will be asked to leave the event.

• The dance floor is for dancing. Please keep conversations off the dance floor.

• Please keep phone use to a minimum, especially on the dance floor. An official photographer will be present. If you do not wish to be photographed, please let them know.

• Leave No Trace. Dispose of your rubbish and help us care for the farm and surrounding nature.

Venue Guidelines

• Age limit: 20+ for the evening program.

• Outside alcohol is not permitted. Please support the venue by purchasing drinks at the café and bar.

• Entry is only possible during the designated arrival times. Please leave the venue once the program has ended.

• Smoking in the forest is strictly prohibited.

• Open fires are not permitted anywhere on the property.

• The climbing park closes at 18:00. Although we have permission to stay in the area, for your safety, please do not climb or use any of the equipment when the park is closed.

Practical Information

• Tickets are non-refundable unless the event is cancelled by the organizers.

• Evening guests are expected to follow the Forest Fantasy dress code. Entry may be refused if the dress code is not respected, even with a valid ticket.

• A free public wardrobe will be available. You are responsible for your own belongings.

• Please bring your own water bottle and cup.

• The bar will close at 03:00 in accordance with Norwegian law.

This experience is made possible in collaboration with Bånkall Gård Café, Oslo Klatrepark, Shepherd Sound System, Safe Space, and the many artists, facilitators, and volunteers who have contributed their time and creativity.

If you have any questions or concerns, we'd love to hear from you. Feel free to email us at [email protected].

We can't wait to welcome you and share this special day together.

With love,

Mashti Team