What is Escape?

Escape is an idea that promises to take you far away from the routine, the commercial, the mundane, the expected, and the ordinary.

Escape will take you on a magical journey that allows you to embrace and explore the free expression of real art, real music, and real culture in the midst of beautiful natural settings, with like- minded souls.

Escape is many diverse artistic experiences rolled into one and behind each is a single thought; to rediscover and celebrate our Oneness through the arts.

Escape is One Thought!!

Escape believes that within all the art lies the hidden path to moksha, and each experience will bring us closer.

A unique festival started in May 2009 when a few musicians and like-minded people decided to get away from New Delhi for a few days. They chose a picturesque resort at Naukuchiatal, at the foothills of the himalayas which became their Escape.

Escape, has grown since then to become one of India’s foremost outdoor art, music & camping festival.

The Escape Festival of Art and Music, which has established itself in the past four years, is the perfect way to spend some quality time with friends and family. It is also one of the first festivals in the country set around a scenic getaway appealing to young and old alike.

Activities & Attractions

Three days. Two stages. One pristine lake. The lilt of music in the hills, the sublime experience of art, the unfettered sense of joy as you give into the magic of the moment.

Enough reasons to escape amidst the serene surroundings of Naukuchiatal. The three-day Escape Festival of Arts and Music, now in its 5th Chapter, has slowly but surely become the cause of a mass exodus of all music fans from the summer heat. The Escape Festival of Art & Music addresses the needs of a wide group of artists and audience by bringing them together under one roof. It sets the benchmark in showcasing talent and creating a unique atmosphere of creative exchange and camaraderie amongst its attendees. The ‘real time’ experience coalesces into a unique experience which can only have the fitting title term of ‘Escape’.

An initiative by Potheads, the Escape Festival of Art & Music, is a creative retreat and will feature bands, artists, writers, photographers, painters, graffiti artists, performance artists, tattoo artists and potters, in a mélange of talent. In addition to that, the festival will also feature a festival camp, adventure sports and a flea market at the breathtaking venue right on the shores of Lake Naukuchiatal, Uttrakhand. The Escape Festival of Art and Music, which has established itself in the past four years, is the perfect way to spend some quality time with friends and family.

In its 5th Chapter, The Escape Festival of Art and Music 2012 will see the performances spread over three days and two stages - The Soul Garden Stage and the Magic Forest Stage.

The Soul Garden will feature chilled out music sets, in the form of Jazz, Blues, Folk, Sufi, Fusion and Rock.

The Magic Forest is a stage with an elaborated array of lights and visuals and will feature high energy music to give the audience a complete audio-visual experience.

The festival will also feature a mini Film Festival curated by renowned film agency ‘Magic Lantern Movies’ showcasing some of the best works on the Indian film circuit by independent Indian film makers.

In the areas of Photography, Painting, Pottery, Graffiti and other art forms outdoor exhibitions, live painting, workshops and participation programs will be the order of the day wherein one will experience art in a natural setting.

Safety

Medical Emergency Services

WHERE: In the Lake Resort Reception area.

The medical centre has an around the clock medical response crew and professional practitioners on call.

In an emergency, if you’re not near the medical centre, find a staff person with a radio, or notify the nearest security personnel.

Safety Staff

WHERE: You can find our safety staff roaming through festival ground, at the entrance to Lake Resort and the Main Block and at all the stages.

Our safety (aka, security) staff is trained to help make sure everyone has a good time and stays safe. If you have a security issue in the festival grounds, feel free to approach them.

Swimming and Boating in the Lake

The Management does not take responsibility for festival attendees who go out boating and swimming in the Lake, If an attendee chooses to do so it will be at their own risk. (Although we would advise that if you go swimming, please inform your friends or the nearest security/ festival personnel for your own safety).

Substances

The use of illegal drugs is prohibited at Escape. We encourage you to participate in the festival in a lawful and healthy manner.

Food Safety

Please don’t buy from unlicensed vendors. We work hard to ensure all food and drinks at the festival grounds are good and safe. And really, if you buy something from an unlicensed vendor, you have no idea what you’re getting. There will be lots of great stuff to buy from official Escape vendors, who deserve your business, not least because they have made a real commitment to support the Escape Festival.