Know Other Festival:A Camping Festival for LGBTQ+ Women, Trans, Non-Binary, and Gender-Fluid People

By JP Emerson

Know Other Festival is a reimagined well-being space for people to come together. Know Other Festival serves as a sanctuary for those seeking to deepen their relationships with themselves and others. 

This four-day, three-night camping festival encompasses wellness workshops, special events, live performances, opportunities for healing and connection, and a showcase of queer vendors, all within a protected space to be together in nature. The festival is designed to create a safe, affirming environment where attendees can fully embrace their identities and nurture their well-being.

Know Other Festival fills a critical gap in queer community by providing a dedicated space for LGBTQ+ women, trans, non-binary, and gender-fluid people to explore wellness. Attendees include the queer community, the creatively inclined, individuals exploring gender and sexuality, and everyone in between.

By creating an environment where attendees can feel seen, supported, and empowered, Know Other Festival serves as a sanctuary for those seeking to deepen their relationships with themselves and others. At a time when inclusive spaces are more vital than ever, this festival provides an opportunity to expand, heal, and thrive—together.

We had the opportunity to chat with five of the folks who are making the Festival happen: Yinka Freeman – Owner/CEO, Joslyn Hatfield – Marketing Director, Sam Pico – Finance Director, Loop Janos – Operations & Safety Director, and Lauren Henson – Project Manager. (Click on the image to view the full interview)

Yinka Freeman – Owner/CEO

Joslyn Hatfield – Marketing Director

Sam Pico – Finance Director

Loop Janos – Operations & Safety Director

Lauren Henson – Project Manager