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Woodstock Festival of Awakening 2025. Bearsville Day of Awakening. Tickets on Sale NOW!

Saturday, August 9th | 12pm – 6pm
Bearsville Park, Woodstock, NY

Bearsville Day of Awakening is back for 2025 — a soul-stirring celebration at the heart of the Woodstock Festival of Awakening weekend. Set in the serene beauty of Bearsville Park, this is a day to connect, reflect, and awaken through music, movement, and mindful community.

From sacred Kirtan performances to thought-provoking Awakening Talks, immersive healing workshops, and playful Children’s Yoga, this is not your typical Saturday in the Catskills. Expect a deeply nourishing day for the body, mind, and spirit.

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2025 Festival Highlights

SACRED CHANT / KIRTAN FESTIVAL. Led by Avinash & Br. Rāmānandāmṛta Chaitanya, Kirtan Swami of Amma-Ji

AWAKENING TALKS, curated by Sam Truitt

  • 12:00 pm – The Rev. Matthew Morse, LMHC
  • 1:00 pm – Robert Thurman
  • 2:30 pm – Suzan Saxman
  • 3:45 pm – Heather Ash Amara
  • 5:00 pm – Sparrow

MOVEMENT BY THE STREAM, curated by Michael Raphael. Gentle practices and embodied flow throughout the afternoon. CHILDREN’S YOGA, curated by Emma Leigh. Joyful movement and mindfulness for our youngest attendees. HEALING GARDEN MARKET; A tranquil space for energy work, natural therapies, and soulful shopping. And AWAKENING WALKS on the Bearsville Nature Trail, curated by Thiknahan Sangat

Plus: Local vendors, artisans, and holistic practitioners offering a vibrant mix of offerings throughout the day.

Limited Early Bird Tickets Available Until July 12th

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Set amidst 15 acres of serene private woodland, Bearsville is one of the Hudson Valley’s most sought after wedding venues with an unparalleled blend of natural beauty and exceptional hospitality.

Bearsville Center Woodstock

Where Music Legends Made History

Explore the legacy of Albert Grossman's utopian vision, nestled along the Sawkill Creek in Woodstock.

Established in the 1960s, Bearsville Center fostered creativity for artists such as Bob Dylan and Janis Joplin.

Today, following a multi-million dollar rennovation, it remains a beacon of artistic inspiration, providing a venue for outdoor festivals, exceptional theater performances, and great food and drinks.

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Bearsville Festivals

Celebrating Music, Community, and Creativity in the Heart of Bearsville.

At Bearsville, we host a series of beloved one-day boutique festivals each summer in the stunning Bearsville Park. These events celebrate the spirit of Woodstock with incredible live music across genres, seasonal home-cooked food and drinks, and a showcase of talented local artists and craftspeople. It’s all about bringing our community together to enjoy the beauty, creativity, and culture of Bearsville.

2025 is no different, and we’re excited to announce our lineup very soon. Stay tuned for another unforgettable summer in Bearsville!

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Join the thriving Bearsville community. High footfall, diverse demographics, exciting events, and prime commercial spaces await your business in this vibrant destination.

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Bearsville Park: A Magical Space

Woodstock's musical heritage revived in a sun-dappled woodland retreat.

Immerse yourself in the rich history and creative legacy of Bearsville Center while enjoying our outdoor events at Bearsville Park.

Visit the grave of Albert Grossman, and the albums that have made, and continue to make, Bearsville known world-wide. The park is perfect for weddings, private events, boutique public festivals, and just enjoying nature on our interpretive nature trail.

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