When
Festival weekendFriday, September 11 – Sunday, September 13, 2026
Camp crew caravan meets Friday morning; see transportation details below.
ABGT700
Above & Beyond · The Gorge Amphitheatre
A sunset-soaked, three-day Anjuna adventure—one caravan, eight campsites, and a whole lot of Group Therapy.
Start the journey ↓01 / Main event info
Meet us at the Gorge
Above & Beyond’s milestone Group Therapy 700 lands at The Gorge for a full weekend: a Friday pre-party, Saturday’s ABGT 700 celebration, and Sunday’s Anjunadeep Open Air.
Where
The Gorge Amphitheatre754 Silica Road NW
George, WA 98848
Keep your festival ticket, camping pass, and photo ID accessible before arriving at campground entry.
Campground rhythm
Crew reminderRespect quiet hours, camp boundaries, neighbors, and leave-no-trace expectations. We’re building the kind of camp people are happy to live next to.
02 / Daily event schedule
Three days, one story
Official artists, camp programming, after-hours parties, and the crew’s working weekend flow. Set times may still change, so use WhatsApp for live plans onsite.
FridaySept. 11Pre-party
Arrive together · Deep Set into after-hours
- 9:00 AM caravan rendezvous in Ellensburg
- Camp check-in, build, and shared-space setup
- Pre-party: Above & Beyond (Deep Set), Amy Wiles, Grum b2b J Ribbon
- Afterparty: QTS with Farius, Jaytech, and DRBL b2b Schrader
SaturdaySept. 12ABGT 700
The milestone night
- Wellness: chakra-balancing yoga, meditation for connection, shuffle flash mob
- Camp brunch, glam, kandi, and crew photo
- ABGT 700: Above & Beyond, Darren Tate (Live), Grum (Live), ilan Bluestone, J Ribbon, Mat Zo, Nourey, Oliver Smith
- Afterparty: Gabriel & Dresden present Stories We Tell
SundaySept. 13Open Air
Deep daydreams · Anjunadeep Open Air
- Wellness: Anjuna:Chilled headphones, Detox Flow, Flow State with Paavo Siljamäki & Elena Brower
- Camp recovery, slow brunch, and shared photo moments
- Open Air: Because of Art, Ben Böhmer, Durante b2b Ezequiel Arias, HANA, James Grant & Jody Wisternoff, Leaving Laurel, Marsh, Rezident
- Afterparty: Anjunadeep House Classics
MondayDepartureLeave no trace
Pack down with care
- Breakfast and shared gear inventory
- Full campsite sweep: trash, recycling, stray kandi, tent stakes, and zip ties
- Confirm every driver is rested, sober, and ready
- Say the soft goodbyes—then start planning the next one
03 / Transportation
Roll in as one
The goal is simple: gather in Ellensburg, make the drive together, and enter The Gorge as one caravan so our eight campsites can land together.
Caravan rendezvous
Friday · 9:00 AM
Conoco / ONE9 Travel Stop
2300 S Canyon Rd, Ellensburg, WA 98926
It is roughly a 90-minute drive from Seattle under typical conditions. Please arrive fueled, stocked, bathroom-break complete, and ready to leave as a group.
Caravan checklist
- Be at the travel stop before 9:00 AM. Departure happens when the crew is ready.
- Use WhatsApp for live location updates, delays, and final roll-out confirmation.
- Once the caravan leaves, stay with the group through campground entry whenever safely possible.
- Confirm passengers, camping pass, ticket, ID, fuel, food, water, and shared camp gear before departing.
- Drive rested and sober; safety beats schedule every time.
| Camp site | Vehicle | Passengers | Role |
|---|---|---|---|
| Camp Site 1 | Suburu Outback | Mac Benedict Tiffany Tung Eric Selvage Joe Lee | Sleeping / personal camp |
| Camp Site 2 | Lexus SUV | Gaby Sanchez Samano Timmy Roghaar Ben Roghaar Reggie Halstead | Sleeping / personal camp |
| Camp Site 3 | Kia Sorento | Arden Turnbull Brian McGinnis Jake Williams Emilee Ovens | Sleeping / personal camp |
| Camp Site 4 | No car | Shared crew zone | Hang Zone: 2 canopies, kitchen, lounge, dance + kandi space |
| Camp Site 5 | Mazda CX-5 | Mac Kostrzewski Jacob Luna Maggie Goodall | Sleeping / personal camp |
| Camp Site 6 | Volkswagen SUV | Jennifer Brown | Sleeping / personal camp |
| Camp Site 7 | Camper Van | Joy Mitchell Erica Lee | Sleeping / personal camp |
| Camp Site 8 | Rental TBD | Chris Green Mary Chakerian | Sleeping / personal camp |
Johnathan Yelenick will be arriving separately on Saturday to join the camp.
Each campsite is approximately 15 ft wide × 25 ft long. Eight sites provide an estimated total footprint of 3,000 sq ft. Vehicles, tents, and shared camp pieces will be adapted to the actual assigned configuration at arrival.
04 / Camp life
Site 4: The Hang Zone
This is our ideal straight-line camp concept. At arrival, we’ll adapt the exact orientation to the spots assigned—but Site 4 remains the communal heart of the whole crew.
Our tiny Gorge neighborhood
Camp Site 1
Camp Site 2
Camp Site 3
Camp Site 4 · Hang Zone
Canopy A
13 × 13 ft
13 × 13 ft
Canopy B
13 × 13 ft
13 × 13 ft
Camp table · propane Blackstone · food prep · cooler storage · seating · lounge · dancing · flowing · kandi · JBL PartyBox · string lights
Camp Site 5
Camp Site 6
Camp Site 7
Camp Site 8
Personal camping sitesShared Hang ZoneIdeal layout—adapt upon arrival
Shared camp life
- Eight approximately 15 ft × 25 ft spaces: about 3,000 sq ft collectively.
- Site 4 is dedicated to our shared Hang Zone—no car, all community.
- Two 13 × 13 ft canopies create shade for the kitchen and lounge.
- A camp table and propane Blackstone anchor cooking and food prep, with cooler storage underneath.
- Make room for lounging, dancing, flowing, kandi making, naps, stories, and catching our breath.
- JBL PartyBox and string lights supply the soundtrack and glow—while respecting campground rules and neighbors.
- Everyone helps reset, clean, and keep the site beautiful all weekend.
Wellness · Saturday
- Chakra-balancing yoga flow with Adriana Lee
- Meditation for connection with Jay Jones
- Shuffle flash mob with Jolie Anastasia
Wellness · Sunday
- Anjuna:Chilled 01 headphone listening session
- Detox Flow with A&B’s tour manager Fitzjoy
- Flow State with Paavo Siljamäki & Elena Brower
After-hours
- Friday: QTS with Farius, Jaytech, DRBL b2b Schrader
- Saturday: Gabriel & Dresden present Stories We Tell
- Sunday: Anjunadeep House Classics
Our crew communication hub
WhatsApp is the planning center before the festival and our live check-in / meetup thread at the Gorge. Once the dust settles and we’re all in our feelings, add your favorite moments to the shared Google Photos album.
Join WhatsApp CommunityOpen shared photo album05 / Packing recommendations
Pack for the magic
The Gorge can mean bright, dry sun by day and surprisingly chilly desert air after dark. If you’re flying in, coordinate bulky shared items with your car crew or a local before you travel.
Sleep + shelter
- Tent, rainfly, ground tarp, stakes, and a mallet—if you need personal shelter
- Sleeping bag rated for cool nights, plus an extra blanket or warm liner
- Sleeping pad, air mattress, or cot; pump and repair patch if needed
- Pillow, eye mask, earplugs, and a small fan if heat affects sleep
- Headlamp or lantern for late-night tent missions
Gorge-ready essentials
- Lightweight daytime layers plus a warm hoodie, jacket, pants, and cozy socks for nighttime
- Comfortable festival shoes and camp sandals; bring a backup pair if possible
- Sunscreen, sunglasses, hat, lip balm, aloe, and bug spray
- Refillable water bottle or hydration pack; electrolyte packets are a serious win
- Portable battery, charging cables, toiletries, medications, and a basic first-aid kit
Local / camp-vibe extras
- Camping chairs, inflatable loungers, blankets, or a small outdoor rug
- Battery-powered lights, string lights, clips, and spare batteries
- Shared food, snacks, coffee, cooler ice, reusable dishes, and a water jug
- Kandi supplies, flow props, games, camp décor, flags, and good conversation
- Trash bags, wipes, paper towels, and anything that helps leave camp better than we found it
Quick rule of thumb: Pack what you need to be comfortable independently, then check WhatsApp before bringing large shared items. The venue’s current policies should always win—review the official ABGT/Gorge “Know Before You Go” guidance right before departure. Keep venue bags within the stated size limits, and remember that quiet time is enforced from 2:00 AM–8:00 AM.
06 / Food + drink requests
Fuel the adventure
A little camp coordination goes a long way. Whether you’re shopping locally or traveling light, this is where we make sure everyone is fed, hydrated, and ready to dance.
Local crew
Bring the food, snacks, and drinks you’ll want for yourself—plus any shareable treats you feel like contributing to the camp.
We’ll have at camp
Coolers, water, cups, coffee, a Blackstone griddle with propane, cooking utensils, plates, cutlery, paper towels, and trash bags.
Traveling crew
Add your food, snack, and drink requests to the shared list. The local crew will shop for requests and bring them in with the caravan so you can arrive lighter.
Add food + drink requests →07 / Camp mates
Meet the crew
21 beautiful souls, one shared frequency. Click the “This is me” button to update your profile and introduce yourself to the group!
01
Arden Turnbull
Seattle, WA
I began raving in 1999, then took a long pause while I came out, grew into myself, and built the beautiful life I have now with my husband, Brian, and our two-year-old Whippet, Barry.
02
Ben Roghaar
Seattle
03
Brian McGinnis
Seattle, WA
Habitual weekend worker, architecture critic, cook, and collector of hyper-specific obsessions—from gutters and Magic to Indian dal, long walks, and life with his husband and roommate Barry.
04
Chris Green
Los Angeles
16
Emilee Avdi
Denver, CO
A nurse, teacher, mother, lover, and lifelong dancer reconnecting with the joy of moving her soul—returning to the Gorge for stars, community, and a very meaningful reunion.
06
Eric Selvage
Philadelphia
07
Erica Lee
Seattle, WA
Nurse practitioner by day; raver, adventurer, and professional collector of hobbies by night. Usually found dancing with lasers, hiking, or paddleboarding around Seattle.
08
Gaby Sanchez Samano
Seattle, WA
Born in Mexico, a lover of every corner of the globe, and freshly home from four months of solo traveling. Always ready for the next side quest or one more moment with the people she loves.
19
Jacob L.
Seattle, WA
Originally from Idaho’s Treasure Valley, Jacob headed west for school, trees, and a better life—then fell in love with the beauty of Washington and Oregon.
10
Jake Williams
Huntington Beach, CA
Living a simple life near the sand in sunny California—ocean time, gym, cooking, beach runs, bike rides, pickleball, and loud trancey music turned into bodily movements and bliss.
11
Jen Brown
Boise, ID
Traveler, hairstylist, counselor, animal lover, people lover, book reader, music listener, and joy getter.
12
Joe Lee
Baltimore
13
Johnathan Yelenick
Seattle, WA
A raver since the late ’90s, with roots in Denver full-moon parties, all-night warehouse raves, and Seattle’s house scene—where he helps throw parties and holds down DJ residencies.
20
Joy Mitchell
Seattle, WA
Born-and-raised Pacific Northwesterner, nurse educator, boy mom, Virgo, dancer, travel lover, and devoted member of the WLW community.
15
Mac Benedict
Bällärd, Washington
Colorado-raised and Washington-based, connecting with community through raving. Back for a second Above & Beyond milestone at the Gorge—and always down for a campground side quest.
17
Mac
Seattle, WA
An Anjunacookie whose life changed at ABGT Weekender—now chasing whimsy, joy, love, bass, debauchery, and shows with Kris with a K close by.
17
Maggie Goodall
Seattle
18
Mary Chakerian
Los Angeles
18
Reginald “Reggie” Halstead
Denver, CO
Denver-based analytics and AI nerd by day, lifelong music obsessive by night—returning to the festival world after far too long away.
20
Tiffany Tung
Philadelphia
21
Timmy Roghaar
Seattle, WA
Currently working for public health in HIV prevention. Loves hiking, camping, and being outside—and is newer to the rave scene.