A Little Ramble Between Friends: What’s New in 2025
Hey there Ramblers,
Every October, as that sweet, crisp air rolls down from the hills and settles over Camp Ramblewood, we find ourselves surrounded by the kind of joy you can only get from live music, late-night pickin’, and the unshakable feeling that you’re exactly where you’re supposed to be.
That feeling – that magic – is what the Ramble Festival was built on.
We’ve always said the Ramble isn’t just a festival, it’s a living, breathing community that grows a little richer, deeper, and wilder every year because of y’all. A chosen family of folks who live for good tunes, great people, and those beautiful, unexpected moments that happen between the stages, under the trees, and around the campfire. And just like any good family, we’ve been listening to what y’all have been saying.
I’m beyond excited to share some of the changes we’re bringing to the Ramble Festival in 2025. Whether you're a seasoned Rambler or this year will be your first time dancing with us, you're gonna love what's coming down the line.
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🎶 Heady Wax Fiends Vinyl Submission Contest
We’re teaming up with the fine folks over at Heady Wax Fiends to bring something downright magical to life: the Heady Wax Fiends Vinyl Submission Contest.
Independent music artists: this one’s for you. You can now submit a vinyl record as your application for a coveted slot on this year’s Ramble lineup. One selected artist will not only take the stage at Ramble 2025, but they’ll also have their next album pressed to vinyl courtesy of Heady Wax Fiends. And to top it off? That album will be featured in their Record Club distribution in 2026. Get your submission in soon – the contest closes on May 16th.
Real music, real vinyl, real community. That’s what the Ramble’s all about.
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🛏️ New Lodging Upgrades: Cabins + Grassroots Glampground
Ramblewood has had a bit of a glow-up this year, and we’re excited to share some new digs with you:
🏡 Cabins with Comfort
We now have a limited number of 10-bed cabins with private bathrooms and AC, offering a cozy, climate-controlled option for those who want to experience the Ramble without sacrificing comfort.
🌿 Grassroots Glampground with Epic Glamping
We’re also partnering with Epic Glamping to bring you the Grassroots Glampground – a turnkey, elevated camping experience that’s as easy as it is luxurious. Choose from canvas bell tents with King, Queen, or Twin bed setups, or go with a more basic double occupancy dome tent, fully kitted out with cots and the essentials. It’s the perfect option for folks flying in or those who’d rather travel light and show up to a camp that’s already waiting for them.
👉 Check out Epic Glamping’s website for full details and booking info.
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📶 Stay Connected with Wifi
Camp Ramblewood now has reliable wifi connectivity! High-speed internet will be available throughout much of the festival grounds for a small fee. Whether you’re working remote (just don’t let your boss see the dance floor behind you), uploading photos of that sunrise jam, or video calling your friends to show ‘em what they’re missing—you’re now plugged in.
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👨👩👧👦 Teen Passes – Because Ramble is for Everyone
We know the Ramble isn’t just a getaway for individuals—it’s become a tradition for families. That’s why we’re introducing Teen Passes this year, offering a more affordable ticket option for festivalgoers between the ages of 13–17. It’s our way of making sure the whole crew can join in on the fun, from tiny dancers to growing jam-heads.
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🔥 Late Night Jam Circles Get an Upgrade
Let’s talk campfire jams, y’all.
The Lake Fire Circle is now a singer/songwriter sanctuary for those soulful late-night jams. Bring your stories, your heart songs, and an instrument—this is the place for stripped-down musical magic with friends.
The Hill Fire Circle will continue to be the home for our Busker-led jam sessions, where energy, spontaneity, and community all collide. Expect raw, unfiltered music and a whole lotta smiles.
Whether you're pickin', singin', or just soakin' it all in, these fire circles are gonna be where the real stories of the 2025 Ramble are told.
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So there it is, Ramblers—your sneak peek at what’s to come. More comfort, more connection, more music, and of course, more community. This little fest of ours is growing in all the right ways, and we can’t wait to see how y’all help shape it this year.
As always, thank you for being a part of this wild, beautiful thing we’re building together. Let’s make 2025 another chapter in the brand new good ole’ days.
Much love and gratitude,
-Brick
Co-Founder, The Ramble Festival
