Wildwood Revival has quietly built a reputation for good times, intimate music performances and rustic views as the anti-festival festival right outside of Athens.
As the secret begins to spread, undoubtedly the festival, taking place this Friday, Saturday and Sunday, will draw new fans into the fold this year—especially with top-notch acts like The Lone Bellow, Gillian Welch & Dave Rawlings leading Wildwood's strongest bill yet.
But while the festival is built around intimate music experiences with up-and-coming talent, there's plenty else to keep in mind on Cloverleaf Farm.
As you pack up for Wildwood Revival this weekend, keep in mind the following must-do's and make your weekend the best it can be.
Bring your own cup...
...or pick up a souvenir mug at one of the festival's vendors. This event aims to be as low-impact on the environment as possible, so there are absolutely no single-use cups at the event. Enjoy craft beer or unlimited free water from a reusable class, and enjoy the notable lack of trash and used plastic cups you might usually see littering the grounds at outdoor festivals.
Get a taste of the spotlight with live band karaoke
There aren't many events that encourage audience members to take the spotlight, but as the first night of Wildwood Revival winds down, Heath Haynes and the Hi Dollars will host a rousing round of live band karaoke from the barn stage. Sing and dance into the night as artists and fans come together to close down night one of this year's event.
Unwind with Saturday morning yoga
After the first night of music, food, and fun, festival-goers will have the chance to get centered with a one-hour yoga class to kick off the second day on the grounds. The stretch session is held in the music barn and can take place rain or shine, so be sure to pack a yoga mat and a towel (and bring the aforementioned refillable water bottle, too).
Support small businesses
Wildwood Revival's organizers have tapped into something special with the fest's artisan market, which boasts unique gifts and crafts from all over the Southeast. Pick up leather goods from Asheville, North Carolina's In Blue Handmade, then skip over to the tintype photo station for a one-of-a-kind portrait by Giles Clement. Eat and drink local with on-site pop-ups from beloved entities like Athens' own Mama's Boy (197 Oak St, Athens. 706-548-6249. mamasboyathens.com) and Terrapin Brewery (265 Newton Bridge Road, Athens. 706-549-3377. terrapinbeer.com).
Catch a classic flick under the stars
Attendees who stick around until the very end of the weekend are in for a low-key finale: an outdoor movie night. The festival has been running a vote between Dazed & Confused, Jaws, O' Brother Where Art Thou, and Almost Famous. With titles like that, it's no wonder the fest couldn't decide for themselves, but as one might expect with a music-loving festie audience, Almost Famous got the win.
Gates open 2 p.m. Friday, Aug. 26. The Wildwood Revival will take place on Aug. 26, 27, 28 at Cloverfield Farm, 536 Wolfskin Road, Arnoldsville, Georgia. Weekend passes range from $78 general admission tickets to $249 VIP passes, plus applicable services fees. For more information, visit wildwoodrevival.com.
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