
Upcoming events.
Upcoming events.
Gaea Retreat Center hosts a variety of events throughout the year, including seasonal festivals, workshops, rituals, and community gatherings. Highlights include Earth Day, Yule, and other celebrations that offer opportunities to learn, connect, and grow in an inclusive and welcoming environment.
From hands-on workshops and art projects to nature walks, potlucks, and evening fires, Gaea’s events are designed to inspire community and foster a deeper connection with nature.
Visitors planning a stay should check the calendar to confirm whether exclusive events are scheduled during their visit. Most of Gaea’s events are open to all, and there’s always something meaningful happening here!
Heartland Magical Spaces
UPDATE: ***Attention Important Announcement***
After much thoughtful discussion, it is with heavy hearts that we announce the cancellation of this year’s Magical Spaces. We understand that the current political and economic climate has created a great deal of anxiety and uncertainty for many in our community—as well as for small organizations and businesses like ours. Unfortunately, with low registration, it would be financially irresponsible to proceed with the event as planned.
All those who have registered will, of course, receive a full refund.
In place of the event, the staff will be gathering for a retreat of sorts. Our goal is to reflect on how we can move forward in a positive, sustainable, and connected way. We'll take this time to plan for the future, tend to some long-overdue tasks (perhaps even tackle those storage pods!), and enjoy the company of one another on the land we love.
We warmly invite members of the community to join us for this informal weekend. There will be no scheduled programming or official workshops, but there may be spontaneous potlucks, conversations, and laughter shared under the trees.
If you’d like to be part of the gathering—whether to talk, relax, or simply be present—please register directly through Gaea’s website and pay the usual day or camping fees. You’ll likely find us gathered up on the Ridge.
This will also be a valuable time for us to begin shaping Magical Spaces 2026. If you have ideas, feedback, or simply want to be part of imagining what comes next, we’d love for you to join the conversation.
We appreciate your understanding, support, and continued presence in our community.
ORIGINAL:
Have you ever dreamed of going on an adventure but striking out on your own seems a bit overwhelming? What if you started out with friends both new and old, learning new skills or discovering new lands of magic along the way, as the paths meet, split, and wind back together. Come with us as we venture down less familiar paths in a quest to explore the connection to the magic both within and without, surrounding us all. Bring your knowledge, your understanding to a place where acceptance isn’t just a nice idea – it’s of the greatest importance. Your participation, with your fellow adventurers, make the quest possible. Think of this as the ultimate Create Your Own Adventure … except we are all adventuring together.
Temples of Pansophia (Exclusive)
A Five-Day
Celebration in the
outdoors of Kansas!
Temples of Pansophia is founded on the idea that sharing knowledge and experiences can make us a stronger community. Our aim is to create a space that allows us to come together and educate one another about diverse paths and, in turn, share that knowledge with others.
Our festival is dedicated to bringing our community together in a spirit of learning and universal knowledge. Temples of Pansophia deeply values the diversity of our community and is committed to creating a equitable, fair, and safer space for all attendees from all walks of life.
Register @ https://templesofpansophia.org/

Strategic Planning Session (Board Meeting Postponed)
🌿 Strategic Planning Session | June 1 🌿
Join us as we step into a new chapter for Gaea!
On June 1, we will set aside our usual board meeting and gather to begin shaping Gaea’s next Strategic Plan — a collective vision for the future of this land we all cherish. This is your opportunity to bring your voice, your ideas, and your heart to the table. Whether you’re a longtime volunteer, a festival organizer, or a first-time visitor who has felt the magic of this place, we want to hear from you.
Together, we will reflect on what matters most, dream boldly for the future, and lay the groundwork to protect and nurture Gaea for generations to come. 🌳✨
If you can’t attend in person, we still want your voice in the circle — please email your thoughts and ideas to chesha@gaearetreat.org.
Let’s stand together as stewards of this sacred space and co-create the future we all believe in. 💚
👉 Date: June 1
👉 Who’s invited: All community members and festival organizers
👉 Contact: chesha@gaearetreat.org
Wild Women's Weekend
Vision... to provide a safe, non-judgmental gathering and getaway for women to relax and have fun. A time to come together in nature where we can enjoy the serenity and healing energy of Gaea. A group where we can support each other, share ideas and learn from one another. We wish to promote not just tolerance, but acceptance of one another. Empowering all women to see their potential and know their true worth.
You are a devine daughter of the Goddess!
You are a Wild Woman and this is for you!
Register @ Wild Women’s Registration

Earth Day 2025: A Gaea Festival (Exclusive)
Celebrate Earth Day with us at Gaea Retreat Center during a two-day family-friendly festival starting at noon on Friday, April 25th, 2025! Immerse yourself in earth-centered workshops like composting, living plastic-free, and container gardening. Enjoy a variety of activities, including rituals, children’s nature walks, a plant and seed exchange, an art show, and a collaborative community art project.
Share meals at our community potlucks, and unwind with evening fires and time to connect with others in Gaea’s inclusive and welcoming environment. Whether you’re an environmentalist, a curious learner, or a family looking to celebrate, there’s something for everyone.
Join us as we honor and care for our planet in an atmosphere of education, creativity, and community!

March Wood Bust: Restoring the Forest for Future Fires
Wood Bust
Date: Saturday, March 8th, 2025
Time: 12:00 PM - Dusk
Location: Gaea Retreat Center
Spring is just around the corner, and the Fire Horde is back in action! Join us for a day of wood-gathering and forest care as we prepare for the seasonal festivals and fire rituals at Gaea Retreat Center. This event combines hard work, environmental stewardship, and community spirit.
Not only will we gather firewood for the fires that symbolize renewal and transformation, but we’ll also engage in important forestry practices to keep the land healthy and vibrant for the year ahead.
Come connect with the Earth, the fire, and our amazing community of volunteers. After a day of work, we’ll gather to reflect and share a meal to celebrate our efforts.
Bring your energy, your gloves, and your love for the forest!
RSVP here and let us know you’ll be part of the Wood Bust this March!

New Year, New Fires: January Wood Bust
Wood Bust
Date: Saturday, January 11th, 2025
Time: 12:00 PM - Dusk
Location: Gaea Retreat Center
Kick off the new year with a day of service! Join the Fire Horde at Gaea Retreat Center for a winter Wood Bust. This event focuses on preparing the land and gathering firewood for upcoming festivals, while supporting the sustainable practices that keep our retreat center thriving.
Through teamwork and care, we’ll tend to the forest, gathering materials for future celebrations and ensuring that Gaea remains a safe, nurturing space for all. Whether you’re chopping, hauling, or simply connecting with nature, there’s a role for you.
At the end of the day, we’ll share stories and warmth over a communal meal.
Come for the firewood, stay for the community.
Be sure to bring gloves, warm clothes, and a spirit of camaraderie.
RSVP now to let us know you’ll be joining us for this vital winter gathering!