Please check back here for any updates about changes in programming times or locations.

We are four queers who love this community so much that we spent the last year building something special to honor it.

This event was born out of a longing for queer space in nature. Fabulosa, started by co-producer Jenny Hoyston, ran for 15 years in California and ended with a magical gathering in 2022. For many of us it was a place that felt like home in a way few places ever do. After Fabulosa ended, there were dreams of bringing it back, or creating an updated Texas version. Endless conversations about how and where became plots hatched over drinks and text threads that went on for years. But maybe they were just dreams, because there was no way these dykes could afford it, right? Putting on an event like this costs more than just love.

Then grief cracked everything open. After the unexpected loss of Lindsay’s mother, and after we lost our beloved Pilou and Stacy far too soon, Lindsay and Ellie found resources they didn’t know existed and kept returning to one idea: creating a space like Fab for our people, right now, when we need it most. They knew this couldn’t happen alone. There was no version without Jenny’s wisdom after years of building Fabulosa, and no way forward without Beth Schindler, whose experience and trust within this community are essential. The fact that Jenny and Beth said yes is what really made this dream start to become a reality. And then we found River Forest Haven, the kind of land that we had been dreaming about, owned and operated by great humans (shout out to Albert and James). 

We all carry grief. And the grief is not only personal but collective. We’re carrying heartbreak in witnessing genocide, violence, injustice, and a world unraveling in real time. And through it all, our community continues to show up with courage, compassion, and love.

So that is why we are here now. Hours and resources, all poured into a gift, an act of gratitude for this community and for everyone who came before us and made spaces like this possible. This gift is inspired by Pilou and Stacy and Katrina and for all our people no longer with us. This gift is for YOU.

Come ready to receive it.

This joy belongs to all of us. 🌈🔥

With our whole hearts,

Lindsay, Ellie, Jenny & Beth

With our whole hearts,

Lindsay, Ellie, Jenny & Beth

Gate hours: 12pm-8pm

Pool hours: 12pm-10pm

Pool Bar hours: 1pm-5:30pm

Stage Bar hours: 6:30pm-10pm

Tube rental and Ice sales hours: 12pm-5pm

Camp Store and Bookwoman hours: xxx

Rejuvenation hours (all quiet except late night area): 10pm-9am

Cruising zone aka NO ANGELS hours (located near #46): always open

Private Event / Right of Refusal: Queer Party Camp 2026 is a private event. Promoter reserves the right to refuse admission to, or remove from the Event Site, any person at any time for safety, security, behavioral, or policy-related reasons, as determined in Promoter’s sole discretion.

• Directions from Event Staff: You must follow all directions of Queer Party Camp 2026 staff as required and comply with local, state, and federal law at all times during the Event.

• Proof of Age: Queer Party Camp 2026 is for adults only. Proof of age will be needed for entrance at the gate and you must be 21+ to drink alcohol.

• Admission & Wristbands

○Proof of registration (Venmo digital or printed) and valid ID are required at entry.

○ Upon entry, your registration will be exchanged for a wristband.

○ Wristbands must be worn at all times while on the Event Site. Failure to wear a wristband may result in removal from the Event Site.

○ Replacement is not available for lost, destroyed, or stolen wristbands unless proof of purchase is presented. Replacement is not guaranteed and is at Promoter’s sole discretion upon proof of purchase.

• Registration Restrictions & Transfers:

○ Passes are non-refundable

○ Passes may not be used for advertising, promotion, or other commercial purposes (including but not limited to competitions and trade promotions) or to enhance the demand for other goods or services, either by the original purchaser or any subsequent bearer. If a Queer Party Camp 2026 pass is sold or offered for re-sale or used in breach of this condition, the Event registration will be cancelled without a refund and the bearer of the Event registration will be refused admission.

○ Queer Party Camp 2026 reserves the right to enforce published ticket purchase limits and cancel any tickets obtained above said limits by any one customer.

• Search on Entry: It may be a condition of entry to the Event Site that a search of you and/or your possessions be required. If you do not consent to such searches, you may be denied entry to the Event Site. Any prohibited item (see below) will be confiscated without refund or replacement. Proceeds from confiscated items (if any) will be donated to charity.Prohibited Items include but are not limited to the following:

(Prohibited Items will be confiscated so if in doubt, leave it at home):

○ Glass of any kind. Violation of this policy may result in removal without refund.

○ Offensive weapons, including potential projectiles

○ Illegal items

○ Animals (excluding service dogs eg. guide dogs or seizure detection dogs)

○ Flares, fireworks or sparklers

○ Fires and open flames, other than within a properly functioning camp stove

○ Professional still cameras and audio or video recording devices are not permitted, however phone cameras are permitted. Ask for consent before taking anyone’s picture or filming with your phone

○ Any other item deemed to be potentially dangerous, or offensive by Queer Party Camp 2026 staff

• Smoking & Fire Safety:

○ Smoking is permitted only in designated areas.

○ High fire danger exists in this region.

○ Cigarette butts must be fully extinguished and disposed of properly.

○ Any unsafe fire behavior is grounds for immediate removal.

• Recording of the Event by You:

○ Professional audio and visual recordings of Queer Party Camp 2026 are prohibited without authorized approval. Any photographic equipment with an interchangeable lens is classified as a professional camera by Queer Party Camp 2026 standards.

○ Cameras (not professional) are permitted at the campground, but images may only be used for private purposes and not for sale and/or public display.

○ Always ask for consent before taking anyone’s picture or filming anyone.

○ Images may not be sold or publicly distributed.

• Recording of the Event by Promoter: By attending, you consent to be included in stage-area film and sound recordings of Queer Party Camp 2026 and for these recordings to be used by Promoter without further authorization by, or compensation to, you. The promoters agree to not post images on social media. This is a private event and the privacy of attendees is of utmost importance.

• Animals: Only accredited service animals are welcome at this event. This is not a suitable event for pets.

• Alcohol, Drugs, or Illegal Activity:

○ No illegal activity is permitted.

○ Excessive intoxication, unsafe behavior, harassment, or aggression will result in removal without refund.

○ Entry into the river or pool while intoxicated is strictly prohibited.

• Food and Wildlife: Outside food and drink are permitted. Attendees are responsible for securing all food and trash to prevent wildlife interactions. Promoter is not responsible for loss or damage due to wildlife.

• Medical & Emergency Care

○ Attendance is at your own risk.

○ In the event of illness or injury, Promoter may arrange medical treatment or emergency evacuation at your expense.

○ Seeking medical assistance will never result in penalties or removal.

• Your Personal Information: Pursuant to your booking, Queer Party Camp 2026 may need to collect and keep personal information about you including your name, payment amount and method, and the names of all ticket allocations.

• Assumption of Risk: Queer Party Camp 2026 is not liable or responsible for any injury, damage or loss suffered or incurred by you or any person entering or when you enter or are on the Event Site, whether caused by the negligence of Promoter or that of the owner and/or lessee of the Event Site (or their respective employees, contractors or agents), whether arising in tort, contract, bailment or otherwise. You acknowledge that camping, live music events, river access, uneven terrain, weather conditions, and group gatherings involve inherent risks including injury, illness, property damage, or death. You voluntarily assume all such risks. Without limiting the generality of this:

○ Appropriate footwear and clothing must be worn at all times at the Event Site;

○ Ear plugs should be worn, when necessary. To the extent permitted by law, Promoter takes no responsibility for any hearing damage or loss caused by excessive noise or injury caused by your failure to follow Promoter’s directives. In the event of injury or illness Promoter may, at your cost, arrange medical treatment and/or emergency evacuation, as deemed essential for your safety.

• Indemnity: By purchasing tickets, you agree to indemnify and hold harmless Queer Party Camp 2026, its promoters, and owner and/or lessee of the Event Site against any loss or damage Promoter and/or Event Site owner and/or lessee may suffer arising out of your negligence.

• Liability Waiver & Release: To the full extent permitted by law, by purchasing tickets, you waive all legal rights of action against and fully release Queer Party Camp 2026 and owner or lessee of the Event Site (and their respective executive members, directors, officers, employees, volunteers, contractors or agents) from any liability for any loss, damage, personal injury, death, economic loss or consequential loss for any default, failure or negligence (to the extent permitted by law) in relation to entry to and presence on the Event Site.

•Cancellation Policy: Queer Party Camp 2026 is an all-weather event. The Event will take place rain, hail, or shine. Promoter reserves the right to change, add, withdraw or substitute artists in the Event line-up, vary the entertainment program, vary seating capacity, audience capacity, date, the Event Site without prior notification and deny admission to the Event Site (including admission to a particular performance at the Event Site) with reasonable cause. In the event of any such change, refunds will not be available. Subject to this clause, Queer Party Camp 2026 is not liable for any loss, damage or compensation as a result of the Event being cancelled, postponed, relocated or changed for any reason. If the Event is cancelled in whole or in part by act of God or act of war or industrial dispute or for any event outside of the control of Promoter then refunds shall be at Promoter’s absolute discretion. If Queer Party Camp 2026 is cancelled for any other reason, we will refund to you the Event Ticket price upon request by you to Queer Party Camp 2026 within four (4) weeks after the cancellation, provided that the original proof of purchase is presented.

There will be no refund of any unused portion of an Event Ticket if you or your invitees are asked or forced to leave the Event for any stated reasons.

• Environmental Responsibility: Queer Party Camp 2026 cares for the natural environment and for the environment of our community. Please pack all of your trash off the property at the end of the event and place any litter you come across in the bins provided. Please be waste and water conscious. Please help pick up trash. Please be hyper-aware of fire danger and do not start fires anywhere on the property.

🏕️ Recommended Packing List

Camping Basics:

• Tent (double check poles, stakes, rainfly before you leave home)
• Sleeping bag or blankets
• Sleeping pad / air mattress
• Pillow
• Groundcloth or tarp (for under your tent)

Clothing & Personal Comfort

• Looks+ looks + more looks  ✨
• Lightweight clothes + extra layers
• Sunscreen, sun hat, sun shirt
• Swimwear + swim towel
• Shower shoes + shower towel
• River shoes + walking shoes + mud shoes
• Rain gear 

Food & Drink to bring

• Water bottle + extra water
  (There is some potable water onsite, but bring what you need to be comfortable)
• Lots of snacks
• Lunch food (no lunch provided)
• Morning beverage (if you’re not into camp coffee)
• Cooler (we have ice for sale)
• Camp stove (if you want to cook)

Health & Safety

• Bug spray (mosquitos + chiggers)
• Prescription meds + allergy meds
• Personal first aid kit
• Earplugs (seriously – bring earplugs!)
• Tecnu in case you rub up against poison ivy

Gear & Extras

• Camp chair
• Flashlight or headlamp (+ extra batteries)
• Phone charger (limited charging outlets available)
• Trash bags (pack out all trash)
• Battery/solar lights or lantern
• Campsite lights & decorations ✨
• Battery-powered fan (great for airflow + white noise in tent)

River + Fun

• Floaties / tubes
• Paddleboards / kayaks (if you have them)
• River shoes are a game changer – can be old tennis shoes! 
• Fishing poles/gear

Party location: 1305 Man O War Dr, Del Valle, TX 78617

Essentials

• Unplug with minimal phone use, please
• Bring ID & proof of event registration (Venmo, screenshot is fine)
• No glass on campground
• No pets + No kids
• Sunscreen & hat
• Flashlight or headlamp
• Earplugs (sleep & concerts)
• Pro tip: bring $$$ for drag performers, dice games

Food & Drink

• Bring your own food and drinks (no glass)
• Dinner cookout provided Friday (tacos) and Saturday (burgers) 5-7pm
• Coffee & light breakfast snacks provided Saturday and Sunday
• Bring your own hot beverage mug
• Donation bar onsite (accepts Venmo & cash)
• Bagged ice for sale onsite
• Fully secure personal food at night from wildlife!
• Hot water available for tea, oatmeal, cup o noodles, etc. that you bring
• We use biodegradable single-use plates at the cookouts – no food will be served on reusable personal containers due to food safety. Dish wash station open: 10pm-10am, noon-3pm. Closed for kitchen use only: 10am-12pm, 3pm-10pm. Thank you for giving the kitchen crew space to clean and keep things sanitary!

Campground info

• There are dirt roads throughout the campground. The recent rain has made them a bit rougher than normal, so drive with care. Speed limit is 5mph.
• There are campsite numbers throughout, but no assigned campsites. Many of the campsites can accommodate 2-8 tents. If you are an early riser, chose a site closer to the river. If you anticipate that you’ll be up dancing til late, choose a site closer to the main road.
• River campsites (tents only): After unloading your car, please park in an assigned parking area.
• Roomier campsites (car camping or tents): please park your car close to your tent.
• There is limited charging available at the Info Tent.
• Cell service can occasionally cut out.
• There is no wifi available.

Consent & Community Care

• Always ask before touching, photographing, or filming – no general filming, please limit phone use, please keep us off socials
• Harassment or aggressive behavior = removal without refund
• Look out for friends and neighbors 
• Narcan distributed throughout camp
• Safe sex supplies and testing strips available 
• If someone needs medical help, take action. We take care of each other. 

Safety

🔥 High fire danger area!

• Personal propane camp stoves allowed 
• Never, ever leave any flame unattended!
• No fires, fireworks, or sparklers
• Fully extinguish all cigarettes and never litter or leave butts for later. 
• Do not enter the river or pool while intoxicated. We do not let our friends go in the water when wasted!!
• Hydrate often – bring refillable water bottles
• There is poison ivy on site. Stay on paths. Don’t pet the dogs that have been romping around in poison ivy. 

Emergency Info

• First aid kit at Info Tent – staffed 10am-5pm. Tent unstaffed after 5pm but kit is there. 
• Medical safety is a priority – no judgment if you need help – check on friends and neighbors – take action if someone needs help
• In the event of unexpected extreme weather or events, follow safety team instructions immediately and check on friends and neighbors

Gate hours: 10am-5pm

Pool hours: 9am-10pm

Pool Bar hours: 12pm-8pm

Tube rental and Ice sales hours: 12pm-5pm

Camp Store & Bookwoman hours: xxx

Resource Tabling:1p-4p

Rejuvenation hours: 10pm-7am

Cruising zone aka NO ANGELS hours (located near #46): always open

Schedule

Gate hours: 10pm-8pm

Pool hours: 9am-10pm

Pool Bar hours: 1pm-5:30pm

Stage Bar hours: 6:30pm-10pm

Tube rental and Ice sales hours: 10am-5pm

Camp Merch & Bookwoman Hours: xxx

Resource Tabling: 5pm-7pm

Rejuvenation hours (all quiet except late night area): 10pm-9am

Cruising zone aka NO ANGELS hours (located near #46): always open

Schedule

Please make sure you leave your campsite better than you found it. Please put all trash in the dumpster near the showers or pack it out.

Check out time is 10am on Monday.

Queer Party Camp merch: t-shirts, mugs and stickers, as well as a few general items you may have forgotten (mosquito bracelets, flashlights, etc)

BookWoman pop up tent

Bagged ice at the Info Tent

• RESPECT quiet hours, personal space, privacy, the campground, the river & the outside neighborhood
• LEAVE NO TRACE – take home all trash, food scraps, cigarette butts, & camp items
• NO GLASS anywhere on the campground
• MAX SPEED 5 MPH on property
• DON’T DRIVE on property after 8pm – move your vehicle to the road if you must leave after 8pm – gate closes at 8pm
• LOOK OUT FOR EACH OTHER
• KNOW YOUR LIMITS – drink water & stay safe!
• Do not swim if intoxicated – NO LIFEGUARD
• We are all in this together. Be kind.

Narcan is available at the info tent, stages and meal areas.

Safe sex supplies, testing strips, and Narcan are available at SWEET resource table.

On Satuday from 5p-7p and Sunday 1p-4p you can find the following organizations on site:

SWEET (Sex Workers Empowering and Educating Texas)

Trans Resistance Project

Rebel Axolotl Collective

PEACE Collective (Providing Equitable Acupuncture and Education)

Migra Watch

Autonomy Austin

Please park at your camping site or designated parking area. If you need to move your car after 8pm please park in the parking area near front gate.

If you are camped along the river please park in the parking area. If you are camped in the interior, please park next to your campsite.

Breakfast Saturday & Sunday 8-11am

Coffee & Tea

Hardboiled eggs

Toast

Friday Dinner 5-7pm

Taco Night (Chicken or Beans) with rice, corn, cabbage slaw, and more

Saturday Dinner 5-7pm

Hamburgers & Veggie Burgers with watermelon, quinoa salad, chips and more

The gate is open from:

12pm-8pm on Friday

10am-8pm on Saturday

10am-8pm on Sunday

On Friday & Saturday, no cars will be allowed to drive in the camping area after 8pm. If you need to leave after that time you must park near the front gate, not within the camping area.

Burn Ban

You can find information regarding burn ban status and rules here: https://www.traviscountytx.gov/fire-marshal/burn-ban

Severe Weather Emergency Plan

1300 Man O War Dr • Del Valle, Texas

River Forest Haven is located along the Colorado River and may experience severe weather including thunderstorms, high winds, flash flooding, and tornado warnings. This plan provides instructions for guests and staff to ensure everyone’s safety.

Please review the map below to understand evacuation routes and shelter locations.

Shelter Locations

Shelter 1 (Primary Shelter)

Located near the pool and stage.

This is the primary designated shelter location during severe weather.

Shelter 2 (Secondary Shelter)

Located near rv sites E and F. These are the flushing restrooms in the repurposed shipping containers.

This shelter is available if Shelter 1 becomes full or inaccessible.

Severe Weather Notification

Guests may be notified through one or more of the following methods:

• Staff announcements
• Text message alerts
• Air horn signal and/or loudspeaker
• Direct notification by campground staff

When you receive a severe weather alert, immediately proceed to the nearest shelter location.

Camper Instructions

When a severe weather alert is issued:

1. Proceed immediately to the nearest shelter.

2. Leave all belongings behind.

3. Follow the orange arrows and main campground roads shown on the map.

4. Assist children or anyone needing help.

5. Do not attempt to drive unless directed by staff.

Safety is the priority. Personal belongings can be retrieved once the storm has passed.

Travel Routes to Shelter

Follow the directional arrows on the map toward Shelter 1 unless directed to Shelter 2.

General guidance:

River Sites (3–18)
Follow the main campground road south toward the central roadway and proceed toward Shelter 1.

Forest Sites (30–50)
Follow the interior loop roads downhill toward the main roadway leading to Shelter 1.

Entrance Sites (A–F)
Proceed directly to Shelter 1, located nearby.

Staff Responsibilities

During severe weather events, staff will:

• Activate the severe weather alert system
• Direct guests toward shelters
• Check riverfront campsites
• Check forest campsites
• Assist guests needing help reaching shelter
• Account for guests once sheltered

After the Storm

Guests must remain inside shelter areas until staff announces the all-clear.

Once conditions are safe:

• Guests may return to campsites
• Personal belongings may be retrieved
• Staff will inspect the campground for hazards

Emergency Priority

Human safety always comes before property.

Please follow staff instructions and move quickly to shelter when directed.

Weather Monitoring & Evacuation Triggers

River Forest Haven staff will actively monitor weather and river conditions using the following official sources:

Monitoring Sources

• Lower Colorado River Authority Hydromet System: https://hydromet.lcra.org/
• LCRA Text Alert System (flood and dam release notifications)
• National Weather Service (weather.gov)
• RadarScope or MyRadar
• Local emergency alerts (Wireless Emergency Alerts – WEA)

Routine River Monitoring

To proactively identify upstream flood risks, staff will check the following LCRA Hydromet gauges a minimum of three (3) times daily:

• Colorado River near Webberville
• Colorado River at Austin
• Onion Creek at Hwy 183, Austin

These upstream gauges are monitored to identify increased flow trends that may impact River Forest Haven downstream, allowing for early action before river levels rise on-site.

Evacuation Triggers (Action Thresholds)

Staff will initiate mandatory movement to shelter when any of the following conditions are met:

🌊 River / Flood Conditions (Primary Trigger for Campsite Evacuation)

• When the river stage reaches 10 feet as measured by the LCRA Hydromet gauge at Little Webberville Park
→ Immediate evacuation of Sites 3–18 (riverfront sites)

• LCRA flood release notification
• Rapid rise observed in river levels
→ Immediate evacuation of all riverfront sites to shelter

⚡ Lightning

• Lightning within 10 miles → Heightened alert
• Lightning within 6 miles → Immediate shelter required

🌬️ Wind

• Sustained winds ≥ 30 mph → Prepare for sheltering
• Sustained winds ≥ 40 mph or gusts ≥ 50 mph → Immediate shelter required

🌧️ Heavy Rain / Flash Flood Risk

• Rainfall ≥ 1 inch in 30 minutes
• Flash Flood Warning issued
→ Evacuate low-lying and flood-prone areas immediately

🌪️ Severe Weather Alerts (Highest Priority)

• Severe Thunderstorm Warning → Shelter immediately
• Tornado Warning → Immediate shelter (no delay)
• Flash Flood Warning → Immediate evacuation of flood-prone areas

⚠️ Warnings require immediate action. Watches require preparation.

Alert Levels

Level 1 – Monitoring

Conditions developing → Staff monitoring only

Level 2 – Standby

Lightning within 10 miles or storms approaching → Guests alerted to prepare

Level 3 – Shelter Activation

Thresholds met → All guests move to shelter immediately

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