What is the most important part of Idaho Decompression? YOU! We depend on the creativity, hard work, and passion of our participants (remember, there are no spectators at Decomp!) Help make this event happen! Buy a ticket: https://events.humanitix.com/idaho-decomp-2026/tickets Register to volunteer here: https://portal.volcor.net/form/2546_Volunteer_Registration Apply for an Art Grant to offset the cost of your project: https://portal.volcor.net/form/2551_Art_Grant_Applicati

After a long-awaited hiatus, Idaho’s beloved grassroots camping tradition returns to the rugged landscapes of the Gem State The Idaho Decompression (last occurring in 2018) is a volunteer-led camping event that has defined rural Idaho Autumns, and is officially back on the calendar. From October 9th through October 11th, 2026, life enthusiasts will converge on Captain Harry’s Oasis in Mountain Home, Idaho for an experience that blends Art, Nature, Communal Living, and the Sim

Tickets are now on Sale. Be sure to get them early before they sell out! Get your tickets HERE

Wednesday, Aug 12th 7:30 – 8:30pm We’re gathering for our next planning session at Xanadu, and everyone in the community is invited to join the conversation. If you can’t make it physically, no worries — a Google Meet link is available so you can plug in from wherever you are and help shape the event. Topics for discussion to include: * Art grant application process * Carport build day

General Admission tickets to Idaho Decompression 2026 are now just $120! Get yours here: https://events.humanitix.com/idaho-decomp-2026/tickets

Wednesday, Aug 6th 7:30 – 8:30pm We’re gathering for our next planning session at Xanadu, and everyone in the community is invited to join the conversation. If you can’t make it physically, no worries — a Google Meet link is available so you can plug in from wherever you are and help shape the event. Topics for discussion to include: * Art grant application process * Carport build day

Idaho Decompression Org Roles & Descriptions Leads: Leads are tasked with organizing volunteers for each of their departments. leads will create the volunteer work schedules for each of their departments. Leads will be tasked with assigning volunteers to their roles (i.e. shift volunteer, etc.). Leads will check on, all radios, clip boards, tools, etc that are needed for their department. Leads will be held accountable for ensuring all equipment is returned and back in its h

Wednesday, July 29th 7:30 – 8:30pm We’re gathering for our next planning session at Xanadu, and everyone in the community is invited to join the conversation. If you can’t make it physically, no worries — a Google Meet link is available so you can plug in from wherever you are and help shape the event. Topics for discussion to include: * Art grant application process * Carport build day

Wednesday, July 22nd 7:30 – 8:30pm We’re gathering for our next planning session at Xanadu, and everyone in the community is invited to join the conversation. If you can’t make it physically, no worries — a Google Meet link is available so you can plug in from wherever you are and help shape the event. Topics for discussion to include: * Art grant application process * Carport build day

Wednesday, July 8th 7:30 – 8:30pm We’re gathering for our next planning session at Xanadu, and everyone in the community is invited to join the conversation. If you can’t make it physically, no worries — a Google Meet link is available so you can plug in from wherever you are and help shape the event.

Wednesday, June 24th 7:30 – 8:30pm We’re gathering for our next planning session at Xanadu, and everyone in the community is invited to join the conversation. If you can’t make it physically, no worries — a Google Meet link is available so you can plug in from wherever you are and help shape the event. Main Topics Ticket Pricing is under discussion in tonight's meeting. Budget will be discussed.

Wednesday, June 10th 7:30 – 8:30pm We’re gathering for our next planning session at Xanadu, and everyone in the community is invited to join the conversation. If you can’t make it physically, no worries — a Google Meet link is available so you can plug in from wherever you are and help shape the event. Main Topics Ticket Pricing is under discussion in tonight's meeting. Budget will be discussed.

Thursday, June 4th 7:30 – 8:30pm We’re gathering for our next planning session at Xanadu, and everyone in the community is invited to join the conversation.

Thank you to everyone who came out to our presale event today — it was wonderful seeing so many familiar faces and new ones. Huge appreciation to everyone who expressed interest in volunteering. Events like Idaho Decompression only happen because our community shows up, steps in, and builds it together. We’re still accepting volunteers. If you or someone you know wants to get involved, please reach out. We have openings across all teams, including LNT, Illuminators, Gate/Gree

Saturday, May 9th 3:00 – 9:00pm Come joing us this Saturday for a Presale event. We will have presale tickets avaialble at a discount. Get tickets Here!

Saturday, May 9th 3:00 – 9:00pm Come joing us this Saturday for a Pre-Decomp event. We will have presale tickets avaialble at a discount.

Do you want to volunteer your time and skills to help make Idaho Decompression a success? Sign up here and then reach out to the Department Lead from the Contact Us Page

Are you interested in bringing your awesome Theme/Sound/Fire/What-have-you Camp to this year's Idaho Decompression? Sign up here and our Placement team will be in touch!

Wednesday, April 29th 7:30 – 8:30pm We’re gathering for our next planning session at Xanadu, and everyone in the community is invited to join the conversation. If you can’t make it physically, no worries — a Google Meet link is available so you can plug in from wherever you are and help shape the event. Main Topics this meeting is preparation for Pre-Decomp

For decades, Decomp was more than a party. It was a weekend. A campout. A small city of art and connection. In 2026, we return to our roots. 🔥 October 9th–11th 🔥 Captain Harry’s Oasis Event Center 🔥 Outdoor camping 🔥 Theme camps are back Families welcome. Artists welcome. First-timers welcome. Veterans welcome. The Phoenix has risen. Decomp is back. Theme camp and applications and art grant announcements to come.