Envision Festival to “Rebuild with Intention” and Return in 2026
Fans of the Envision Festival in Uvita, Costa Rica will have to wait until 2026 for the next event, as announced by the festival organizers.
According to a post on the Envision Festival website, the festival is officially postponing until 2026. This decision is framed as an “opportunity to rebuild with intention” to create a more robust foundation that honors their history, mission, and core values.
Similar to an increasing number of festival organizers, Envision attributes this decision to recent market challenges. “Envision Festival has faced significant obstacles in recent years, including the pandemic’s aftermath, rising expenses, and shifts in the industry,” they stated. “These factors have compelled us to take a moment for reflection and to rebuild with a focus on sustainability, community, and a profound connection to nature.”
Since its inception in 2011, Envision Festival has branded itself as a permaculture festival, aiming to generate a net positive impact on the environment and local community. The most recent event took place from March 4-11, 2024, featuring performances from artists such as CloZee, Bonobo, Maddy O’Neal, Opiuo, and TOKiMONSTA.
This year, an attendee, Nicholas “Panda” Davila, was reportedly kidnapped from the festival’s parking lot and later found deceased three hours away. Organizers informed the Costa Rican newspaper La Nación that they would issue an official statement regarding the incident, but such a statement has yet to be released.
Looking ahead to 2026, organizers promise an event that “goes Back to our Roots.” They also hint at an expansion of their operations, stating, “We are excited to share with you all the additional ways that Envision is growing, beyond the annual festival.”
