Alight – a festival blog
A little Bend, a little yoga, a whole lotta love.
3 Things You Need to Know Before Starting a Yoga Festival
For anyone thinking about starting a yoga festival, here’s what I’ve learned about the process.

Taking the “misery” out of Misery Ridge with Wildland Guiding Company
This year the fest is teaming up with guides Khyra and Cody from Wildland Guiding to bring you a special add-on event, Yoga + Hike + Brew, an unforgettable, curated experience of Smith’s most famous hike, Misery Ridge.

A Merging of Art & Flow with Allie Lyon
Often in yoga class, we’re invited to tune in to what’s happening inside ourselves. Awaken Creative Flow is a self-inquiry workshop that takes this invitation a beautiful step further.

Welcome Robert Sturman to the 2023 festival!
We're thrilled to welcome acclaimed photographer Robert Sturman to the 2023 festival lineup. He'll be offering photo shoots, workshops, and a special evening event.