In the house, there are about 70 beds in shared rooms and large dorms, plus 5 showers. Those who prefer it a bit quieter and closer to nature can camp above the house. For van people, there are about 10 pitches.

There are three ticket categories, and you book your ticket according to your preferred accommodation type.

• In the house: Shared room or large dorm (first come first serve – helping with the setup helps). Fitted sheet, pillow, and cover available, sleeping bags must be brought yourself. Disclaimer: The house will be very noisy, the music hardly sleeps.
• In (your own) tent: There is space for camping outside the house.
• In a camper: There are camper parking spaces behind the house. It would be great if campers are used by several people as spaces are limited. Please make sure you book the right ticket whether you’re bringing your own van or sleeping in someone else’s van.

Girlen is a 1.5-hour walk from Ebnat-Kappel station. Parking is limited, so arrival by car is strictly reserved for camper ticket holders.

We recommend arriving by train in Ebnat-Kappel. On Thursday (setup), Friday (arrival), and Sunday (departure) there will be shuttles; choose your arrival time when booking your ticket. Be sure to book the extra shuttle ticket if you need a shuttle, so we can plan accordingly.

Unfortunately, the house is not wheelchair accessible; it has steps, multiple levels, and not all areas are barrier-free. The grounds around the house are also partly uneven, sloping, and muddy depending on the weather.

Nevertheless, we want to make the gathering as accessible as possible. If you have questions about accessibility or have specific needs, please contact us in advance at impreza@opaki.ch. Then we can figure out together what is possible and how we can best support you on site.

We start setting up the space on Thursday at noon. The official programme begins on Friday afternoon – we’ll announce later when exactly. After that, there’s continuous culture until Sunday afternoon. After a collective tidy-up and cleaning session, the shuttles will take you back to Ebnat-Kappel station in the evening, so you should be home around 8 or 9 p.m.

Important: Teardown is a team effort and everyone pitches in – that’s included in the ticket! There’s nothing quite like tidying up the venue together in a post-event haze… Usually, an hour+ of focused teamwork is all it takes.

• Sleeping bag
• House shoes
• Warm clothes
• Toiletry bag & Towel
• Cup
• Earplugs

Our kitchen team, which you are always welcome to join, spoils us daily with hearty breakfasts, delicious dinners, and snacks in between. All catering is primarily vegan, with vegetarian options available. For allergies or intolerances, please contact us at impreza@opaki.ch.

Basic drinks are available around the clock at affordable prices. Fancy drinks are served at the bar from 2 p.m. to 3 a.m. (or a little longer). You are also very welcome to take a shift at the bar!

You may bring your own drinks, but we rely on drink sales to cover our costs, which also include the fees of all cultural contributors.

Nestled high in Toggenburg, Berghaus Girlen (47°15’28.5″N 9°05’27.2″E) offers stunning views of Säntis and the Alpstein. Tested and loved time and again, it has become a cherished retreat in recent years. Surrounding trails offer endless options to hike and reconnect with nature if you ever need a quiet moment to yourself.

An artist friend designed exclusive and limited (!) T-shirts for our gathering! Grab yours for CHF 30 (sizes S–XL). 100% of the proceeds go straight into the booking budget.

You may find the draft design here, and order them in the ticket shop.

At the bar, you can pay with Twint or cash.

We are not profit-oriented and try to keep prices as low as possible. That’s why we all work voluntarily and with a lot of commitment and love in the planning and preparation. With the various accommodation options, we also try to create offers for all budgets. You can find our budget here.

If the ticket price seriously strains your budget, write to us at impreza@opaki.ch – we’ll find a solution. The same applies if you have any questions about the budget – feel free!

You are welcome to bring your own drinks, but we rely on drink sales to cover our costs.

We aim for a space of freedom, which is why there are very few rules. But those that exist are strict.

• Strict no smoking throughout the entire house
• Indoor slippers only in the house
• Photos/videos only with consent, preferably not on the dance floors

Impreza thrives on everyone contributing. By purchasing a ticket, you agree to take on at least one kitchen, bar, shuttle, or spacekeeping shift during the gathering and to help with the breakdown.

The shifts are manageable and scheduled so that you still have plenty of time to explore and unfold. You can state your preference when buying your ticket.

Through this community-driven approach, we can keep the event as affordable and inclusive as possible. Anyone who helps with both setup and breakdown is eligible to purchase a discounted ticket.

Would you like to get even more involved (workshop, performance, lighting, projections, etc.)? Get in touch with us via the pariticipation form.

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From Friday midday on two floors, there’s a nice and diverse line-up with DJ sets, live acts, workshops, and talks. One floor will be wild and loud, the other a bit more chill – but not only.

Would you like to offer a workshop, share your wisdom, lead a yoga session, a talk, or a jam? Massage?! Or spread mischief, games & fun? Contact us via the form!

We keep the space clean and cosy together. Where things belong will be signalled. A bit of karma? Just bring that other cup and the bottle next to it back to the bar too.

Our space is limited to 90 spots, first come – first serve. Advance sales give us planning security, which is mega important. As soon as the gathering is sold out, there will be a waiting list through which tickets may possibly be passed on.

Included in the ticket price are access to the gathering, its cultural programme, accommodation, and meals. Drinks can be bought on site, and the shuttle needs to be booked additionally.

Girlen lies at 1150 metres above sea level, so the weather and temperatures hit a bit differently than in the lowlands. Bring enough warm clothing – but also sun cream!

We create this space together with warmth, empathy and respect for our surroundings. Therefore, we rely on your personal responsibility and expect you to stay cute in every state – with yourself and everyone else.

Wellbeing begins with mindful and caring togetherness – without discrimination, assault, or abuse of power. Boundaries are always individual – be aware that your counterpart has their own… Only yes means yes! Look out for one another, and when in doubt, don’t hesitate to check in.

An Awareness-Team will be present at all times and ready to help if needed. There will also be a space where you can withdraw and recalibrate during the event.