Kind
Family
Gathering
A Child-First Festival
July 28th - August 4th 2025.
In the Magic Mountains, São Pedro do Sul, Portugal
We believe conscious parenting is the bright future...
Let’s weave together our own needs with the needs of our little ones, in a healthy, balanced + joyful way.

Entering this space of joy, transformation and quality time designed for families is one of the most beautiful collective experiences we’ve ever had! Different from ‘family friendly’, this is family centered - everyone comes out feeling nurtured.
Come and enjoy deep quality time with your family, immersed in nature with like-minded folks. Together, let’s recharge, play, and centre in Love all with a powerful blue moon overhead, before we shift into Autumn.
Programme
We are creating a programme where the needs of our children can be fully met, whilst also meeting the often depleted needs of us parents & caregivers...
Check out last year's timetable for an idea of what to expect.
Family Gathering: The Principles

I felt supported by an entire community at the festival, and I helped support an entire community. Being a parent, I felt that I had the space that I needed to partake in the sessions and they were incredibly enlightening in many ways.
Our kids were free and always an arm’s length from love. It was great to experience for them and they loved it.
Space For You To Go Deep
Transformative work with breath, sound journeys, somatic movement and a spacious programme so you can rest.

Supporting Parents to Shine
Space, Connection
& Support

Inner Work
Deeper Together

Sympathetic Schedule
Repeated sessions
so we all get a turn
The Place For You
A stunning location with everything you need for a fun holiday whist benefiting from a retreat like experience.

A Beautiful Escape
An eco boutique glamping experience

Adventrous
Family Time together

Good Food
Made with Love, Nutritious & Mostly Vegan
Tickets & Accommodation
All ages welcome!
Parents coming alone or care-givers are given a discount.
All tickets include meals, activities and camping.

Location
New Festival Location – The Magic Mountains of Portugal
Retiro da Fraguinha / Fraguinha Nature – find it on google maps
- Stunning mountain views & deep connection with nature
- Plenty of shady spots for relaxing during the day
- Spacious camping & exclusive glamping inside festival grounds
- Dedicated RV/Camper/Van area
- Free showers & well-maintained facilities
- Beautiful open spaces designed for community & connection
- Immersed in the heart of the forest, where magic unfolds
Getting there
If you’re flying, Porto airport are your option.
The closest town is Termas de São Pedro do Sul which is around 20 min away by car from the festival area.
We recommend everyone attending the festival to come by car for a couple of good reasons:
- The Magic Mountains have many incredible hidden natural treasures that you can visit, but those will be way easier to reach if you have your own way of transportation;
- The area where the festival takes place is remote so it’s not the easiest place to get public transportation especially when you want to leave the festival.
Distance by car from main cities with airport:
1-hour drive from Porto, a 3-hour drive from Lisbon, and a 4-hour drive from Madrid.
Try rentalcars.com and flights.google.com for research
Carpools are being organised once your bought your ticket.
Accommodation
With your ticket camping is included and the option to bring a van for €50!
Press left & right to see details about the other options.
All options can have cots & beds added whilst availability lasts.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Is it possible to join for less than a week?
Can I bring / cook my own food / remove meals from my ticket?
Can I bring my own tent or do I need to book accommodation separately?
What are the dates and location of the festival?
What type of activities are available for children?
Are there any activities specifically designed for parents?
I'm a single parent, how can I get the most from the festival?
Is there a way to contribute with the festival as a facilitator or space holder?
Can I bring my pet to the festival?
Are there any parking facilities available?
How to pay for things at the Festival?
What kind of food is included?
What is the primary language used for the festival activities and workshops?
How does the raffle work?
Will there be medical facilities or a first aid station at the festival?
Is there a schedule or program available for the festival?

Who Are We?
The KIND Family Gathering Festival is a co-creation between us: Jayna, George & Rise.
We created the pilot festival in 2022 as a reaction to the lack of child first places to be in community and have fun - so we built it ourselves (in just 5 weeks). It was so much more profound and beautiful than we could have ever hoped for, so here we are for year two!
Jayna's work is KIND Matters, where she guides women into their highest connection and power through their natural cycles and innate wisdom.
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Magic captured by the talented Stefan Ablinger / instagram
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