YOUtopians Prepare for a Sensory Adventure!
Uncover a realm of shimmering sights and curious encounters, where each twist and turn reveals a new marvel of camaraderie and artistry. Get ready to explore a world where every interaction is a new color in our collective creation.
Date: October 15th -19th 2025
Location: Jacumba, CA at the De Anza Springs Resort
Theme: Kaleidoscope Bazaar
Ticketing Deadlines
Ticket Aid Program Application
Available while capacity remains. Start Your Application
- Tier 1 Tickets – $260 General Admission + service & processing fees
- Tier 2 Tickets – $270 General Admission + service & processing fees
- Tier 3 Tickets – TBD
If you’re planning on volunteering at YOUtopia this year and will be contributing at least 12 hours of your time, please do NOT buy a ticket! YOUtopia appreciates its volunteers and provides a discount admission ticket for those who dedicate their time. Sign up here to volunteer for an awesome experience!”
Art, Grants, Placement & Performance Deadlines
- Art Grant Application Window 1 deadline is July 6th
- Art Grant Application Window 2 deadline is July 27th
- Art Placement Request
Closes Friday, August 3, 2025 at 11:59pm. - Theme/Sound Camp Placement Request
Closes Saturday, August 2, 2025 at 11:59pm. - Center Camp Event Registration
Closes Monday, September 1, 2025 at 11:59 pm. - Art Car Application
Closes Sunday, September 28, 2025 at 11:59pm. If you have a large Art Car that requires special placement considerations, please apply ASAP. YOUtopia will allow Art Car registration at the event, pending inspection and approval by our DMV and/or Safety Leads.
A swirling spectacle of wonder and connection awaits. Just like turning a kaleidoscope, each moment will offer a fresh perspective, a place where the boundaries blur and the ordinary transforms into something extraordinary.
From interactive art installations that shift and shimmer with kaleidoscopic patterns, to workshops and performances showcasing the talents of our community. Come ready to trade smiles, share stories, and become a part of the ever-shifting beauty of our Kaleidoscope Bazaar.
Your Bazaar Compass
Dive into the Bazaar Experience: Actively engage in workshops, art interactions, and community activities, fully immersing yourself in the dynamic and participatory nature of the “Kaleidoscope Bazaar.”
- Create a Welcoming Kaleidoscope Corner: Design your camp or an interactive space to be intentionally inviting and accessible to everyone, regardless of background or identity.
- Curate Your Own Kaleidoscope Kit: Come fully prepared with everything you need for your survival and participation, navigate the “Bazaar” and contribute without relying on external resources.
- Offer Bazaar Treasures: Prepare unique, handmade gifts or experiences to share freely, embodying the spirit of unexpected finds and generosity within a marketplace.
- Barter & Share Skills in the Bazaar: Skill-share, swap meet, or gift exchange with fellow YOUtopians, emphasizing connection over commerce.
- Embody Your Inner Bazaar Merchant/Spectacle: Express yourself through vibrant, imaginative costumes, art, or performances that reflect your unique interpretation of the “Kaleidoscope Bazaar”.
- Build the Bazaar Together: Volunteer and build our shared infrastructure and community spaces.
- Be a Respectful Bazaar Citizen: Understand and adhere to event guidelines, prioritize enthusiastic consent, ensuring a safe and respectful environment for all.
- Keep the Bazaar Pristine: Pack out everything you bring and actively work to leave no physical trace of your presence.
- Embrace the Present Moment in the Bazaar: Fully engage with the here and now, fostering genuine connections and spontaneous experiences within the vibrant and fleeting reality of the YOUtopia “Kaleidoscope Bazaar.”
