Welcome to Catskill Solstice Soiree!
Nestled in the heart of the breathtaking Catskills of New York — this multi-day music festival will transcend the ordinary.
Balsam Gleann Meadows
Date
June 21-23rd 2024
Buy Tickets Here!
About Our Festival
We invite you to join us on a journey of melody and meaning. Through the universal language of music, we will come together to foster electrifying empathy for the world around us and create life-long memories of groovy good times. Over this unique weekend, your presence will contribute to the preservation of our natural haven, ensuring that future generations can revel in the same awe-inspiring landscapes and create their own memories under the open sky. So, as you prepare to immerse yourself in the symphony of the Catskills, know that your presence resonates beyond the notes and beats — it harmonizes with the legacy of the land.
Welcome to a festival where the music moves not only your feet but also your soul — a celebration of nature, music, food, friends, family and our collective journey towards well-being. We can’t wait to see your dazzling dance moves under our expansive canopy of stars!
3 Day Music Festival
Balsam Gleann Meadows
Artists
Schedule
Welcome to a one-of-a-kind music festival nestled in the serene embrace of the Catskill Mountains where the magic of music meets the enchanting beauty of nature. This exclusive festival, limited to one hundred attendees, promises an experience like no other. As the sun dips below the mountains, the land will come alive with music as the flicker of fireflies dancing between the campfires lights up the night! The natural setting, surrounded by towering trees and crisp mountain air, will become a canvas for unforgettable moments…
June 21-23rd 2024
10am-2:00pm
Keep it simple! Purchase your passes using the link below in advance to guarantee your spot at the festival. We are limiting attendance to 100 people.
● Wristbands will be distributed upon arrival at the festival entrance, streamlining your entry process and ensuring a swift transition into the heart of the celebration.
● Wristbands will be distributed at the entrance to the festival on Friday from 10 AM - 10 PM and Saturday from 10 AM - 6 PM. (We ask that all attendees arrive no later than 5 PM either night to minimize the disruption to the musicians of vehicles transporting gear to the campsites.)
1 & 2 Day General Admission passes available
Come for the day or stay the whole festival weekend!
65$
(Does not include on-site camping)
See below for our on-site camping options!
115$
(Does not include on-site camping)
Children 12 and Under FREE 💜
Welcome to the Land!
Augment your festival experience by camping on site at our picturesque campgrounds. Check-out is at 2 PM.
Environmental stewardship is at the forefront of the Catskill Solstice Soiree. Your creature comforts will be indulged through offerings of spring-fed curtained showers to refresh under the open sky and eco-friendly outhouses that blend with the natural landscape. Every aspect of the event is curated with the environment in mind, ensuring a harmonious coexistence between celebration and preservation.
Welcome to the Area!
The Catskill region is beautiful and abundant with many options for off-site lodging to enjoy the festival.
Below is a list of amazing accommodations within 5 miles of the festival!
Purchase your weekend music pass and return to your home away from home at the end of the evening!
Food and Beverages
Local Treats!
Indulge in a diverse array of culinary delights and craft beverages from our on-site vendors. Savor the flavors of the festival as you explore a variety of options to suit your palate!
Food and beverage tickets will be available for purchase at the check-in booths upon arrival. We will be offering catered breakfast and lunch provided by CarolAnn’s Cuisine, and dinner provided by La Ruta del Sol. Additionally, we invite you to partake in craft beverages from local breweries.
To partake in our delicious food, craft beer, cider or wine, you must purchase tickets from the booths stationed at the entrance to the festival. YOU MUST BRING A VALID ID to consume alcohol. (No exceptions.) Upon entry, your ID will be checked, and the color of your personalized wristband will indicate if you are legally permitted to consume alcohol.
This event will feature composting practices. Additionally, in our efforts to reduce our carbon footprint and minimize your plastic use, we will only be serving drinks in stainless steel cups. Please consider purchasing one on your way in.
Steel Pints with the Catskill Solstice Soiree will be available for purchase.
Carolann’s Cuisines
Augment your festival experience by camping on site at our picturesque campgrounds!
-Check-in will be at 10 AM on Friday, June 21st [Day 1], or 10 AM on Saturday, June 22nd [Day 2].
-Check-out is at 2 PM on Sunday, June 23rd.
- There will be: No hookups for electricity or water at the sites; No fires outside of designated firepit areas; No pets; No fires [outside of designated firepit areas on the main festival grounds] (small camping stoves are allowed for the making of coffee and tea); No propane tanks nor free standing generators (except those factory built into RVs parked in car camping campsites).
- No cars will be permitted into the meadow (except at designated [purchased] car-camping sites); folks will need to park in the general admissions area. Luggage and gear will be tagged and transported to your site by Solstice Staff. Potable water, community outhouses and spring-fed showers will be provided on-site.
Rustic Camping Sites – $160 for the weekend
2-night minimum (1-6 people per site)
You will be designated a 15’ x 15’ flat, grassy plot to set up your tent, chairs, and whatever else you can make fit!
Sober Camping Sites – $160 for the weekend
2-night minimum (1-6 people per site)
Nestled in a private enclave of the meadow, you will have a 15’ x 15’ flat, grassy plot to set up your tent, chairs, and whatever else you can make fit!
Car Camping Sites – $75/night
No minimum stay ( 1-6 people per site)
Located just a short walk through the woods to get to the main festival grounds, you will be assigned a 20′ x 20′ spot to park your car and pitch a tent or set up your small RV/camper/van. Just remember, if you bring a small RV/camper/van, everything needs to fit within your assigned 20’x20’ camp spot (including your RV/camper/van!). AND, you must have All Wheel/4×4 Drive. Potable water, community outhouses and spring fed showers will be provided on the main festival grounds.
Glamping Packages – $395 for the weekend
2-night minimum (1-4 people per site)
Solstice Soiree Glamping offers a special touch of comfort and luxury to your Solstice experience. When you arrive at the land, Soiree Staff will direct you and your gear to your home away from home! Your new home will include:
● 1 bell tent with 1 queen bed with sheets, pillows and comforter
● Solar or battery operated lighting
● Bedside table, throw rug, table and 2 chairs
● Cooler filled with drinking water and Ice.
● 2 additional cots with sleeping bags can be added upon request ($50.00 each)
*One or two-night General Admission tickets are sold separately and required for all camping guests.
Location & Directions
By Car
By Train
MTA Metro-North Railroad on the Hudson Line from Grand Central Station (NY, NY) to Poughkeepsie, NY:
Schedules, Fares, & Senior/Disabled Accessibility: 1-(212)-532-4900
Grand Central Terminal Ticket Office Hours: Daily; 5:10 AM–2:00 AM
Poughkeepsie Station Ticket Office Hours: Daily, 6:00 AM-9:00 PM
For MTA Metro-North schedules and fares go to: as0.mta.info/mnr/schedules/sched_form.cfm
Amtrak from Moynihan Trail Hall [New York Penn Station] and Albany, and nationwide service to Rhinecliff, NY:
Schedules, Fares & Customer Service: 1-(800)-USA-RAIL
For Amtrak schedules and fares go to: http://www.amtrak.com/train-schedules-timetables
From the North, East or South: Take I-87; Take exit 19 for NY-28 W toward Rhinecliff Br; Slight right onto the NY-28 W ramp to US-209/Pine Hill/Ellenville/Rhinecliff Br; Merge onto NY-28 W; After 31 miles, turn left onto Oliverea Rd [CR-47]; After 0.5 miles, turn right onto Lost Clove Rd; Turn left onto Cruickshank Rd; Continue 0.5 miles on Cruickshank Rd to arrive at Balsam Gleann Meadows!
From the West: Take I-86 E/NY-17E; Continue onto NY-17E; After 37 miles, use the right lane to take the ramp to NY-30N; Turn left onto NY-30 N; After 15 miles, turn right onto NY-30 N/Bridge St; After 23 miles, turn right onto NY-28 S/NY30 N; After 15 miles, turn right onto Oliverea Rd [CR-47]; After 0.5 miles, turn right onto Lost Clove Rd; Turn left onto Cruickshank Rd; Continue 0.5 miles on Cruickshank Rd to arrive at Balsam Gleann Meadows!
By Bus
Adirondack—Pine Hill—New York Trailways Bus Service – www.trailways.com
Trailways runs coach bus services both from Port Authority Bus Terminal in New York City and from Albany to Kingston, Woodstock, Phoenicia and Big Indian seven days a week. For schedules and fares go to: www.trailways.com
UCAT – Ulster County Area Transit – https://ucat.ulstercountyny.gov
UCAT runs public transit buses around Ulster County, including service to/from Poughkeepsie, New Paltz, Kingston, Woodstock, Phoenicia and Big Indian. For service to Big Indian, use the Z Route.
All routes and schedules can be found at: https://ucat.ulstercountyny.gov
By Plane
You can fly into Albany International (ALB), any of the New York Metropolitan Aiports (including EWR, LGA, JFK, HPN, ISP, SWF, etc.), Bradley International Airport (BDL), the many airports in Western New York, as well as AVP, ABE, etc. There are a lot of airports!
From the airport, public transit and ride share services can be used to access the other transportation options listed on this page.
Taxi/Car Services to Big Indian, NY
(Call Ahead!)
Kingston Kabs services Kingston, Woodstock, Saugerties and Rhinecliff: (845)-331-8294
The Cauffeur Ladies services Poughkeepsie, NY: (845) 420-4505
***NOTICE***
We suggest you carpool, rent a car or secure car service to our event as arriving by bus or train will not get you all the way to the event.
*Distances to the event by car from above transit stops: Poughkeepsie (1hr15min); Rhinecliff (1hr); Kingston (45min); Phoenicia (15min)
*Distance to the event by foot from the Bid Indian Bus Stop: ~1.1 miles/~25 minutes
Festival guidlines
We are committed to fostering a relaxed atmosphere with certain guidelines that must be followed to ensure a safe and fun experience for everyone.
Throughout the festival grounds, every attendee must abide by the following guidelines.
- When you arrive at the front gate, you will receive a personalized wristband — this will serve as your ticket. Wristbands cannot be removed or shared. If you lose your wristband, you forfeit entrance to the festival; you will not be given a new wristband.
- NO PERSONAL FIRES – Due to the nature of our wilderness area, fires are permitted at designated fire pits ONLY and will be maintained and managed by Solstice Staff ONLY.
- Absolutely NO PETS allowed on the festival grounds, campgrounds or parking lots. This will be strictly enforced. (Service animals exempted.)
- NO fireworks, drones, smoke bombs or sky lanterns.
- NO drum circles or amplified music during quiet hours from 12 AM – 10 AM.
- NO outside alcohol permitted. Coolers and bags will be checked.
- NO GLASS permitted on festival grounds.
- NO FOOD in personal tents – All food and beverages must be secured in containers when not in use.
- NO unauthorized vending – If you are not a registered vendor, you may not sell or distribute anything on the festival grounds.
- Audience and radio taping only (no soundboard patches), except when prohibited by the performing artist.
- NO video recording of any performances.
- NO motorized vehicles (golf carts, ATVs, etc.).
- Bikes allowed! And encouraged!
- NO weapons or firearms
- Festival goers must abide by all local, state and federal laws. NO ALCOHOL OR DRUG SALES tolerated anywhere on the festival site or annexed properties. Anyone caught selling or distributing illicit substances will immediately have their wristband cut and be ejected from the festival. Further legal repercussions may ensue.
On the Music Meadow (North end of Back Farm Runway) or anywhere outside your camping site area:
- NO aluminum cans or glass bottles in the meadow. Reusable drinking bottles/cups are allowed. Disposable plastic water bottles are discouraged!
- For safety reasons, no Frisbee throwing in the Music Meadow – the field is quite large, and there is plenty of room for Frisbees and other games outside the Music Meadow.
- All personal possessions must be removed from the Music Meadow after each night’s performance. Please do not leave your blankets and chairs out overnight in the Music Meadow; left over items will be removed by Solstice Staff at the end of the night.
- Camp chairs with built-in shade awnings and other sun-blocking apparatus that do not obstruct the view of other festival-goers are allowed in designated areas.
- No large umbrellas allowed on the music meadow (rain or shine).
- Share the shade!
- No pop-up tents are allowed anywhere on festival grounds other than at festival goers respective designated camping sites.
Enjoy the relaxed festival atmosphere and be proactive about the security of your belongings. Leave your campground overtly empty. Don’t bring what you cannot afford to lose, and be sure to look after one another. Our community is not possible without your participation!
What To Bring
Camping Essentials
1. Tent
2. Sleeping bag
3. Sleeping pad or air mattress
4. Tent stakes and guylines
5. Camping pillow
6. Headlamp or flashlight with extra batteries
7. Camping chair or portable seating
8. Portable, compact, contained camping stove (no large propane stoves)
9. Cooking utensils and a small pot or pan
10. Cooler with ice packs
11. Bear proof box for food items
12. Biodegradable soap and camping-friendly towels
13. Reusable water bottle or hydration system
14. Multi-tool or camping knife
Clothing and Personal Items:
1. Weather-appropriate clothing (consider layers and be prepared for rain or cooler evenings)
2. Comfortable shoes or hiking boots
3. Hat and sunglasses
4. Sunscreen and insect repellent
5. Personal hygiene items (toothbrush, toothpaste, etc.)
6. Wet wipes or biodegradable camping wipes — please DO NOT dispose any wipes in outhouses — use designated trash receptacles please.
7. First aid kit
8. Prescription medications (if needed)
9. Earplugs to help with noisy campgrounds
Festival Gear
1. Wristbands (you will recieve upon entry)
2. Map or event schedule (you will receive upon entry)
3. Portable phone charger and charging cables
4. Blanket or picnic mat
5. Backpack or daypack
6. Rain poncho or waterproof jacket
7. Bandana or scarf
8. Camera or smartphone for capturing memories
9. Snacks: ALL FOOD ITEMS MUST BE SECURELY CONTAINED IN A BEAR BOX WHEN NOT BEING CONSUMED.
10. Non-perishable snacks (granola bars, trail mix, etc.)
Entertainment and Comfort
1. Musical instruments (if you play)
2. Deck of cards or board games
3. Hammock
Miscellaneous
1. Trash bags for waste disposal
2. Duct tape and basic repair tools
3. Notepad and pen
4. Festival-themed attire or costumes
5. Cash for vendors who may not accept cards
6. Identification and emergency contact information
There is NO CELL SERVICE or WIFI in the Meadow
WIFI will be available all weekend long at the festival check-in booth.
For Joining Us!
Thank You
balsamgleannmeadows
Weather Safety and Communication:
In case of severe weather, expect the following:
- Listen for instructions from the stage.
- Plan to shelter-in-place in your tent or vehicle.
- If you move slowly due to mobility or helping others, please be sure to take swift action to head directions; Solstice Staff will be present to assist.
- If performances are interrupted by severe weather, they will recommence as soon as weather permits (the schedule may change as a result of severe weather).
- Stay positive! We love our earth!
