Article Contributed by JSloane Creative
Published on 2026-09-11
Pretty Lights’ lovingly curated gathering Yahn Dawn has unveiled complete programming and set times ahead of its second annual return to the picturesque hills of Meadow Creek in Buena Vista, Colorado, from September 18–20, 2026. Featuring an expanded slate of wellness offerings across its three days, including the return of Pretty Lights’ beloved Horizon 5K, Yahn Dawn’s sophomore edition is shaping up to be a fully immersive experience both on and off the dance floor.
A Trip Thru Time anchors Yahn Dawn with an expansive exploration of Pretty Lights’ discography all weekend long. Thursday afternoon’s Taking Up Your Precious Time pre-party at the Prismatic Playa will feature appearances from Pretty Lights founding member Michal Menert, Mikey Thunder and more. The concept continues onto the Main Stage, with Pretty Lights closing out each night with more than three hours of sonic wizardry per performance.
Setting the tone for the official A Trip Thru Time journey, LP Giobbi opens the Main Stage on Friday evening with her highly anticipated Dead House set. Emancipator and Gramatik, both bringing their live kits, also open the Main Stage on Saturday and Sunday evenings before passing the baton to Pretty Lights.
Elsewhere on the Yahn Dawn grounds, the Prismatic Playa shines each afternoon with performances from Maddy O’Neal’s MADHAUS, Pheel., Thought Process with a Liquid Drum and Bass set, Paul Basic, RJD2 and Saturna. For after-hours fans, the silent disco Holographic S.O.I.R.E.E. returns as Midicinal, R!AHT, Homemade Spaceship, TF Marz and more take over the decks.
Yahn Dawn’s experiential curation stretches far beyond the dance floor as it continues its tradition of providing fans with a holistic experience. Pretty Lights’ fan-favorite Horizon 5K Sprint returns in 2026 with a Pride theme, inviting the community to lace up on Saturday, September 19, in celebration of authentic self-expression. After drawing 400 sign-ups in its debut edition, this year’s proceeds will benefit the Buena Vista Pride Coalition.
The Prismatic Playa and Celestial Sanctuary serve as Yahn Dawn’s wellness hubs, hosting the weekend’s comprehensive roster of wellness practitioners across a multitude of healing and educational workshops. Guests can start their mornings with Sierra Dawn’s ceremonial cacao and intention-setting ritual, move through Wim Hof-style breathwork with Hadō Flow, or settle into a Kundalini practice with longtime Pretty Lights family member Hyperspace Sky, whose Awaken the Cosmic Heart session opens hearts before the sun goes down.
The offerings extend into somatic territory as well, with Lisa Parente’s The RM Method™ bridging dance-floor rhythm with embodied healing across two sessions. Kelly Hinds, Racheal Haynes and Cassidy Madden lead Quantum Yin, a sound-and-movement journey pairing Yin Yoga postures with live musical notes. Closing programming lands with Sierra Dawn’s The Closing Portal, a Sunday-night sound healing and Reiki ceremony designed to help guests integrate the weekend before heading home.
As Yahn Dawn 2026 approaches, festivalgoers are encouraged to review the event’s full Know Before You Go guide for essential arrival, packing and on-site information. Meadow Creek sits at nearly 8,000 feet, so preparing for high-altitude conditions and staying consistently hydrated are key. It is also an entirely cashless venue, so attendees should come prepared with a cell phone or credit card for purchases.
Stage 1 fire restrictions remain in effect across Chaffee County, meaning no open fires are permitted, though small propane camping stoves and grills using tanks of 16 ounces or smaller are allowed on-site.
Early Arrival campers with a Thursday pass can access the grounds beginning at noon on September 17, while general camping opens at 8 a.m. on Friday, September 18. A complimentary shuttle will run daily between Meadow Creek and downtown Buena Vista from noon to 2 a.m., offering easy access to the town’s restaurants, hot springs and outdoor recreation for those looking to explore beyond the festival grounds.
Prismatic Playa
4:30 p.m. – Taking Up Your Precious Time Pre-Party featuring Derek & Michal, Mikey Thunder, Mossy Projects and special guests
Prismatic Playa
1:10–2:25 p.m. – Mikey Thunder
2:30–3:45 p.m. – MADHAUS (Maddy O’Neal)
3:50–5 p.m. – Eliptek
Main Stage
6–7:15 p.m. – LP Giobbi (Dead House Set)
7:45–11 p.m. – Pretty Lights
Prismatic Playa
1:10–2:25 p.m. – Pheel.
2:30–3:45 p.m. – Thought Process (Liquid Drum & Bass Set)
3:50–5 p.m. – Paul Basic
Main Stage
6–7:15 p.m. – Emancipator
7:45–11 p.m. – Pretty Lights
Prismatic Playa
1:10–2:20 p.m. – Saturna
2:40–4 p.m. – RJD2
Main Stage
5–6:15 p.m. – Gramatik
6:45–10 p.m. – Pretty Lights
Yahn Dawn 2026
September 18–20, 2026
Meadow Creek
Buena Vista, Colorado
Know Before You Go — Full Details
One thing to verify before publishing: the release says the Horizon 5K benefits the Buena Vista Pride Coalition, but the current official [Know Before You Go page](https://yahndawn.meadowcreekco.com/KBYG) says donations benefit Denver Pride. I retained the press release’s wording above.
