Cascade Equinox 2025 returns this September 19 to 21 at the Deschutes County Fairgrounds in Redmond, OR, and this year’s shaping up to be their most dialed-in edition yet. With a strong focus on deeper community, local energy, and curated vibes, the fest just dropped full daily lineups along with single-day passes. Whether you’re chasing a peak Friday night or planning for a mellow Sunday wind-down, you can now plan it your way.
Feast to Festival kicks off Cascade Equinox 2025
The celebrations kick-off on Thursday with a pre-party to get the energy going early. Artists like ATTYA and Scott Nice will be setting the tone, and it rolls right into the weekend so you start off strong. They have also placed another promising culinary feature called the ‘Feast to Festival’ dinner experience set for September 18. It’s a farm-to-table evening curated by Chef John Gurnee with a locally sourced menu and live music from Blackstrap Bluegrass and Verndon. It’s all for a good cause too with support going to the Waldorf School of Bend.
There’s a stacked lineup favoring the electronic fans, with renowned acts like Disclosure, Sylvan Esso, Big Gigantic, Chromeo (DJ Set), TroyBoi, and a rare DJ set from Passion Pit. But it’s not just about the big names as over 70 Pacific Northwest-based artists will play across multiple stages, including Cosmic Drip and the fan-favorite Solar Spin, with a range of stage takeovers planned for the event. These stages showcase the rising talent of the region and provide an opportunity to display the underground music there. Solar Spin is powered by Portland’s Secret Roller Disco and brings a rolling party that feels like a time warp with a groovy twist.
You can check out the full lineup here.
Beyond the music
Even outside the fest grounds, there’s plenty of activities in store for every attendee. The Summer Jams block party series is a huge hit in Bend at Volcanic Theatre Pub that draws crowds from around the area. It’s free, all-ages, and outdoors, with food trucks, local bands, and exclusive Cascade Equinox tie-ins, which makes it a beloved treat for the locals who get the chance to unwind and celebrate with the community after a long summer.
It’s not just the music that takes the spotlight at Cascade Equinox 2025 although there is a plethora of amazing artists on the roster. The organizers have crafted the event in a way that’s totally holistic, with offerings including vendor villages, interactive art, yoga flows, healing zones, workshops, and even a space for the kids. Add in beer and wine tastings and you’ve got a setting that invites you to stay merry for the festival season. The Deschutes County Fairgrounds give it that extra lift too, with a creek, pine trees, open skies, and a layout spread over 340 acres that’s easy to move through without losing the natural beauty.
In a time dominated by bigger-than-life festivals, Cascade Equinox 2025 is a unique one. It will be a treat for the visitors as well as the local talent that get to unite as one and enjoy supporting the regional scene in a leisurely manner. The Inner Circle upgrade gives fast access and a lounge too among other benefits for those interested while others may prefer the car camping or the RV passes.
You can grab your pass of choice here.