Elements Music and Arts Festival sets itself up every August at the Poconos Raceway in Long Pond. What travelers, music lovers and curious minds find here is an immersive electronic music showcase that expands beyond your typical fest experience.
As organizers describe, “Elements is a boundless arena of creativity, connection, and adventure — where music, art, camping, and community seamlessly merge. Designed to spark curiosity and inspire wonder, the festival offers a unique haven for exploration and self-expression, uniting kindred spirits in a vibrant celebration of freedom and imagination.”
Essentially, yes, there will be music and entertainment, but there’s also a lot of extra extensions added to the grounds to build a camaraderie experience.
The four main stages each take on their own element — Earth, Fire, Air and Water — and that rings true for their performers as well. The 2025 line-up includes acts like Pretty Lights, Illenium and Zeds Dead on the “surreal” Earth stage; Rezz, Sara Landry and DeadMau5 on the energetic Fire stage; Eli Brown, Wooli and Liquid Stranger on the 360 degree Water Stage; plus Wax Motif, Nimino and Justin Jay on the “hidden sanctuary” of a space, the Air Stage.
Other artists to look out for throughout the weekend include well-known house acts, rock-influenced dance sets, DJ experiences and the return of a few fan favorites. Names span Boogie T, Sofi Tukker, Deathpact, Canabliss, Claude Vonstroke, Tipper, Mau P,Villager, INZO and more (a full line-up with set times can be found online.)
While at Elements, visitors can also expect to find art cars reminiscent of Burning Man and rows of guest-created theme camps known as Vibe Villages amidst the grounds, large-scale art installations, interactive performances, and 3D video projection mapping. There’s additionally a Health & Wellness lineup offering yoga, sound baths, aromatherapy, dance, comedy, and multidisciplinary workshops.
Entertainment-wise, there’s a Bizarre where you can stop and play friendly games of poker and other carnival-like fun, the Zen Den where you can indulge in some R&R, a space to check out DIY talent shows and relay races (The Funbox), various food/creative vendors to keep an eye out for (including braid/hairstyle experts at The Unicorn Lounge), and even a hidden speakeasy in a porta-potty (that one is a fan favorite to find.)
Another cornerstone of Elements’ community spirit is the Art of Change program, designed to uplift marginalized voices, a release notes. In 2024, the program focused on environmental change. Applications for the 2025 Art of Change program, submissions for Vibe Villages, artists, and performers are located online. Living true to its name, Elements is also run by an on-site solar farm to drive sustainability initiatives.
Passes are available now via the official Elements Festival website as well as an all-new option for 2025, dubbed the “Entourage Pass”. GA ($486) gets you access to all three days. VIP ($827) offers a variety of upgrades (like free shower access, VIP viewing areas, VIP lounges and more), and the aforementioned Entourage experience ($2,159) gets you a more glamorous fest that spans VIP lodging, backstage passes, your own concierge team and more.
Attendees can choose from a wide variety of accommodations, including car camping, glamping, nearby hotels, and ready-to-go RVs or tents. Shuttle passes, providing transport from different cities, are also available for those who prefer not to drive.
The Festival will take place Aug. 8 to 10 (there’s also a way to pay for an extra VIP night on Aug. 7 as well). More information can be found at elementsfest.us
