Dirtybird Campout x Northern Nights Announce Collaboration
Written by Meagen Surowiecki on February 2, 2025
They’re back! The beloved Dirtybird Campout is making its triumphant return to the festival world with help from the Northern Nights Music Festival. Two festivals are joining forces to create an unforgettable weekend of music, art, cannabis, wellness, and community. From July 18-20, 2025, these two trailblazing brands will converge at the stunning Cook's Valley Campground on the Humboldt and Mendocino County Line, nestled amidst the majestic California Redwoods on the Eel River.
This groundbreaking collaboration marks a significant moment for the festival industry, showcasing the power of cooperation and shared values. In a landscape often dominated by competition, Dirtybird Campout and Northern Nights are demonstrating how independent festivals can unite to create something truly special, while staying true to their unique identities and fostering their dedicated communities.
"To mark 20 years of Dirtybird, we knew bringing back the Dirtybird Campout experience was a must," says Deron Delgado, Dirtybird Label Manager. "While many festivals are canceling due to rising costs, we sought a partner who shares our values of what a festival experience should be, and we’re doing it bigger than ever. Northern Nights is a perfect choice—their vision aligns seamlessly with ours, making this collaboration effortless. We can’t wait for fans to participate in the best of both worlds.” - Deron Delgado, Dirtybird Label Manager.
Dirtybird has been the cornerstone of the dance music scene for over twenty years and has cultivated an inclusive community known for its playful creativity, blending music, art, and quirky activities like camp games and team challenges. Northern Nights Music Festival, with over a decade of experience bringing the "city to the country," has consistently pushed boundaries, pioneering legal on-site cannabis sales and consumption and embracing cutting-edge technology to enhance the festival experience.
This dynamic partnership will bring the signature adult summer camp vibes and quirky fun of Dirtybird Campout to the Redwoods, complemented by Northern Nights' lush riverfront stages, wellness offerings, and innovative musical programming. Attendees can expect a dynamic, genre-spanning lineup featuring Dirtybird's beloved artists alongside Northern Nights' diverse roster of eclectic performers.
Beyond the music, the weekend will usher in a new era of music festival technology, promising to redefine how fans connect with artists, labels, promoters, and producers. Immersive art installations, revitalizing wellness workshops, Dirtybird's signature camp games and talent shows, and the unique atmosphere that defines both festivals will be amplified by the integration of cutting-edge technology, offering fresh ways to experience and interact.
"Northern Nights has always been guided by the mission to bring the city to the country, a vision that began with a Dirtybird Showcase at our very first festival," adds Andrew “BLAP” Borgelt, Co-Founder of Northern Nights. "This collaboration is more than just a partnership - it’s a powerful demonstration of what festivals can achieve when they unite to create something bigger than ourselves. Known for pushing boundaries and redefining how music, experiences, and nature intertwine, Northern Nights is thrilled to join forces with Dirtybird to craft an unforgettable summer weekend. By blending Dirtybird’s signature camp games and vibrant energy with the unparalleled magic of the Redwoods, we’re creating a festival like no other. Meet me in the Redwoods!”
This collaboration celebrates the core values that make independent festivals so special: community, inclusivity, creativity, and a deep connection to nature. Both Dirtybird and Northern Nights prioritize their audiences, creating spaces for self-expression and meaningful connections.
Cook's Valley Campground, nestled in the Emerald Triangle just 190 miles north of San Francisco, provides the perfect backdrop for this historic partnership. With its serene riverfront access, towering Redwoods, and breathtaking natural beauty, the location embodies the spirit of Northern California.
The Dirtybird Campout and Northern Nights Music Festival collaboration set a powerful example for the future of the festival industry, demonstrating the power of unity and shared purpose. Don't miss your chance to be part of this historic moment. Tickets go on sale soon, prepare for the most epic camping and music experience of a lifetime.
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