Schedule
The Summer '26 lineup — subject to vibes. May be inaccurate. Should not be trusted or believed.
Looking for the last lineup? Spring '26 schedule →
The Site
At a 10-acre musicians' retreat at 2,000 ft in the Sierra Nevada foothills.
Outdoor Stage
Idyllic scenic backdrop, poolside. Where the magic happens.
Indoor Stage
All-hours jamming, full PA, and instruments ready to play.
Light Shows
Laser projectors and projection-mapped surfaces throughout the grounds.
Pool, Hot Tub, Sauna & More
Heated pool, hot tub, sauna, cold plunge, and outdoor shower.
The Glowlympics
The signature competitive track of 2k Fest — a high-tech, multi-disciplinary tournament across the 10-acre property. View live brackets & standings →
Form your team of 3 on arrival. Compete in head-to-head matchups across Friday and Saturday. The two teams with the best record face off in Sunday's Championship Playoffs.
Laser Tag
3v3 DeathmatchTactical combat with gel blasters and app-scored smart targets, synchronized to the light show. Last team standing or most eliminations wins.
Mini Golf
Team AlternateOne ball per team. Teammates rotate putting stroke-for-stroke over a custom 4-hole course. Lowest strokes wins.
Lightsaber Fencing
1v1 GauntletPixel dueling sabers and fencing masks. Three separate 1v1 bouts per match — win 2 of 3 individual duels to claim the team victory.
Pool Basketball
3v3 ScrimmageHigh-energy water sports in the heated pool. Half-court rules; first team to the target score wins.
Pool Obstacle Course
3v3 RelayLily pads, balance beams, climbing walls, and slides across the pool. Fastest team across wins.
Archery
Aggregate ScoreCompound and recurve bows, with lighted-nock rounds after dark. Each player fires a set of arrows; highest combined points wins.
Backline & Stages
Two fully backlined stages and a deep instrument collection — just show up and play. (Contact Bryan for the full spec sheet.)
PA & Stages
Pro digital mixer, powered mains & sub, plus a battery PA for anywhere on the property.
Two stages — an outdoor poolside stage and an indoor jam room — both running 24/7. No neighbors, no noise complaints.
Drums, Keys, Guitars & Bass
- Two acoustic drum kits + a full electronic kit
- 88-key weighted stage piano, synth & keyboard amp
- Electrics, electric-acoustic, pedal steel + modeling amps
- Basses with a pro head & cab
Mics, Percussion & Capture
- Dynamic & wireless vocal mics (karaoke-ready) + in-ear monitoring
- World & hand percussion: djembes, handpan, steel tongue drums, kalimba, melodicas, aerophone
- Loop stations & multi-effects
- Basic audio & video capture to document jams
Beyond the Stage
The Glowlympics is the competitive track — but there's something going on at every hour. Dive in any time.
♨️ Wellness
- Heated pool with panoramic views
- Hot tub under the stars
- Dry sauna & cold plunge
- Outdoor shower
🏞️ Yard & Adventure
- Disc golf, mini golf & light-up croquet
- Trampoline & bonfire
- Trail biking — 3 bikes on-site (BYO welcome)
- Stargazing with a telescope
🛸️ Tech & Toys
- VR headsets
- Drones, including an FPV station
- Robot dog
- Flow toys & laser/projection light shows
Accommodations
Plan to stay the whole weekend. Several options available.
Bunk Rooms
In-house bunk rooms will be arranged soon. Contact Bryan if you're interested in reserving a spot.
On-Site Camping
Bring your gear and camp on the main property. Scenic views, starry skies, and fresh mountain air.
Nearby Airbnbs
If you'd like your own space, there are options in Murphys. Browse Airbnbs in Murphys →
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Location
Murphys, CA
Located in Gold Country in Calaveras County — secluded yet conveniently accessible. It's a scenic 2–3 hour drive from the Bay Area.
Map location is approximate — exact address will be sent to confirmed attendees.
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Logistics & FAQ
The Basics
Cost: Free! But 2k is a community-powered party. Consider contributing a performance, leading a workshop, or helping with tasks.
Meals: Sign up to lead or help with a meal. We ask those who eat to help with ingredient costs.
What to Bring
- Swimsuit, towel & bathrobe (pool, hot tub, sauna)
- Slip-on shoes for going in/out of the house & spa
- Shoes for walking & light hikes
- Warm clothes & layers — many activities are outside
- Fun outfits, costumes, makeup!
- A folding chair if you have one
- Instruments
- Games, activities & flow toys
- Drinks & snacks to share
- Your camping/sleeping setup
- Reusable cup
Music Equipment On-Site
Two fully backlined stages with full PA, drums, keys, guitars, bass, and more. Contact Bryan for details.
How 2k Works
2k is community-powered — no spectators, only participants. Everyone pitches in on something, and that's what makes it special.
Pick a Way to Pitch In
Choose a role that fits you when you RSVP. A few of the ways people contribute:
- Stage sound & audio / video capture
- FPV drone station
- Laser-cube & projection visuals
- Live effects (Resolume)
- Pool & hot tub
- Food, bar & shaved ice
- Games (Glowlympics)
- Toys & costumes
Bring What You've Got
A performance, a workshop, a great playlist, or an extra set of hands — it all counts. Contribute a set, lead a jam, run a station, or help with a meal.
Pick your role on the RSVP form, and we'll help you get set up when you arrive.
RSVP
Invite Only · Limited Capacity
This is a private, invite-only gathering with limited capacity. If you've attended 2k before, you're invited — head to the RSVP form below. If you haven't, or if you have and want to bring somebody new, please reach out to Bryan or Sonia to make sure we can accommodate.
RSVP →The RSVP form is password protected.
9kfest — Sister Fest
9kfest.com is 2k Fest's sister festival, held each August in the mountains of Cuchara, Colorado at 9,000 ft elevation. Where 2k Fest lives at 2,000 ft in California's Gold Country, 9k takes the same spirit to the Spanish Peaks of Southern Colorado.
9k has been running for 3 years and is the original inspiration for 2k Fest. Five days of music, jamming, DJ sets, campfires, and mountain adventures. Everyone jams. Everyone DJs. Everyone participates.
Both festivals are part of the International Jam House Federation — a growing network of jam houses and their associated mini-festivals connecting musicians and creatives who believe in participatory, immersive experiences over passive entertainment.
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