01
The music
If you want to play or DJ, please reach out. This is amateur-friendly.
What this is
The pavement
runs out. The
party starts.
No Pave Rave is just an excuse for great people to dance all night somewhere wild in Montana. Great humans roll up to the riverside in rafts, gravel bikes and 4x4s. No stages, no wristbands — just beats, burgers, dancing and camping. Then you wake up, get back on your raft, bike or 4x4, and we leave it better than we found it.
Itinerary
Fri · 2–6 PM
Arrive
Raft float or gravel-bike ride to the spot. You're welcome to drive too — limited parking, then a short hike in.
6–9 PM
Evening Beats
BBQ and chill beats by the river. Set up your tents, start the party.
9 PM–3 AM
Dance All Night
Bust a move. Riverside bonfire.
3–10 AM
AM Chill
Sleep, breakfast, clean up & launch into your day — back on the bike, in the raft, or driving home.
The deal
Know before you come
02
The land
Off the grid near Glacier National Park, 1–2 hours from civilization. You'll get details after you RSVP.
03
Eats
Friday evening: BBQ with brats, burgers, watermelon and veggies. Saturday AM: potatoes and sausages on the grill. Please bring your own water and any other food to power you and the folks around you.
04
Wilderness plumbing
#1 in the woods, #2 in a "groover" (a makeshift bucket toilet tucked away in the trees). BYO TP just in case.
05
Leave no trace
There's no crew. The night only happens because everyone carries it in, sets it up, and packs every scrap back out. We leave it better than we found it.
06
Invite only
We're keeping it smallish — friends and friends of friends. You were asked for a reason. Bring good humans, not a crowd, and please make sure they RSVP.
07
Glow With The Flow
That's the dress theme. Lean into the glow — neon, EL wire, blacklight-friendly, fairy lights, reflective bits. The dance floor lights up easier when you do.
08
Leave the pups at home
We love our furry friends, but having 20+ dogs on a river campsite may result in unwanted dookies and dog-fights that detract from dancing. Give your good boy a spa weekend on the grid — they'll thank you for it.
No pay
It's a gift economy
No tickets, no bartenders, no tips. This is 100% free. We just want you and your incredible energy.
Please bring something to share with others. That could be food, a bracelet, a lollipop, refreshments, or a fun bit of art for others to enjoy. Zero requirements here, but the point is to show up, help out, be creative and have fun.
- Be self-reliantWater, food, layers, headlamp. The backcountry doesn't have a store.
- Bring extra to giveShare something fun with others.
- Pack it all outThe night only happens because everyone builds it. We leave it better than we found it.
Sound
Lineup
Music from dinner to dawn. More names drop closer to the night. If you want to play or DJ, just add it in your RSVP.
Peak
DJ Vladys
Knight
Knight
Vinyl-inspired funk, soul, hip-hop, house and jungle grooves from across Montana and BC. High-energy sets built for people who came to move.
Dusk
Neon
Mojo
Mojo
Live electronic production straight off the Ableton rig — an emerging artist with a knack for finding the groove.
Deep
DJ
Mystique
Mystique
A quiet force behind the decks — moves under the radar with deep cuts, calm presence, and a touch of mystique.
Sunrise
To be
announced
announced
Questions
FAQ
What does it cost?
Nothing. There's no ticket and nothing for sale on the land. It's a gift economy — come ready to give and ready to take care of yourself.
Where is it?
Off the grid near Glacier National Park, 1–2 hours from civilization. The exact spot, directions, and timing go to confirmed guests by text or email before the night.
Can I bring people?
It's invite-only and small on purpose — friends and friends of friends. If you want to bring someone, ask first and make sure they RSVP.
Is it 21+?
Yes. We love our kids, but we'll leave them on the grid for this one.
Can I bring my dog?
We love our furry friends, but having 20+ dogs on a river campsite may result in unwanted dookies and dog-fights that detract from dancing. Please leave the pups at home — they'll thank you for it.
What do I bring?
Everything you need to take care of yourself for a night outdoors — water, food, warm layers, a headlamp, a safe way home — plus something to give. A full rundown goes out with the location.
Is there a bar, food, or vendors?
No. Nobody is selling anything. Whatever's there was gifted by someone like you — so bring enough for yourself, and extra to share.
What's the rafting thing?
Some folks make a day of it on the river beforehand. There's a spot to flag your interest when you RSVP, and we'll loop you in.
When does it start and end?
Friday, June 26, 2026, running into the next morning. Exact timing comes with the location for confirmed guests.
Leave no trace — for real?
For real. Pack out everything you bring in, including the small stuff. We leave the land better than we found it. No pave, no trace.
You're invited
RSVP
RSVP required to get the location, and so we can plan raft-shuttle logistics, food, etc.
21+ — we love our kids, but we'll leave them on the grid for this one.
Land acknowledgement
We want to acknowledge that we're gathering on the traditional lands of the Kootenai, Salish and Blackfeet people. We offer gratitude to the Indigenous communities who have cared for this land since time immemorial, and we encourage everyone to move through this place with respect and care.