EMBER ANNUAL GATHERING

1-4 NOVEMBER 2024


“THE BEST GIRLS WEEKEND EVER”

4 days & 3 nights camping retreat in pristine nature 1 hour north of Sydney.

Thought-provoking panels and interviews, skill-enhancing workshops, enriching learning sessions, captivating DJ sets and live performances, markets, and much more.

This inclusive gathering warmly welcomes those of all ages who identify as a woman and/or gender fluid.

Ember Annual Gathering offers:

✧ 10 diverse spaces to enjoy

✧ Bush tracks, gorgeous fresh river and lush green surroundings to explore

✧ Over 30 workshops, panels, performances and DJs

✧ Kids Space

✧ River Stage

✧ Moonlight Cinema

✧ Safe Sanctuary

✧ Live artists

✧ Blanket bazaar and flea markets

✧ Free thrift shop

✧ Wellness Zone

✧ Tarot and Astrology Readings

✧ Health Hub

✧ Yoga Space

✧ An inclusive atmosphere

Join us for the next gathering!

Join us for the next gathering!

    • Increased amount of higher-cost performances and workshops

    • Contributors are paid for sharing their experience and knowledge

    • Multiple new spaces to cater to more activities and diverse people

    • Reinvestment in our beloved site

    • Increased decor and infrastructure budget

    • 10% of profits donated to the education of Rohingya teenage girls living in refugee camps in Bangladesh

      We are offering the below entry passes

    • 10 full and half-scholarship passes offered

    • 30 volunteer positions (entry pass in exchange for x amount of work)

    • Reduced price tickets for women aged 50+

    • Reduced price tickets for First Nations

    • Free entry for companion carers when attending with a client

      More than one-third of attendees (35-40%) at the event do not contribute towards an entry pass:

    • Contributors (workshop hosts, performers, etc.)

    • Event organisers

    • Scholarship tickets

    • Volunteers

    • Our Mums

LINE UP HIGHLIGHTS

  • AvaZan

    10 piece ensemble performance with Sufi dancer

    AvaZan's mission is to nurture artistic growth, promote cultural exchange, and support women's wellbeing. By sharing Middle Eastern music, they bring rich cultural traditions to diverse audiences, using music to enhance mental health and celebrate diversity. Their performance includes a Sufi dancer, with Persian tea and sweets served alongside.

  • Gina Chick

    Book Keynote and Q&A

    Gina Chick is a rewilding facilitator, adventurer, and writer. She is the granddaughter of renowned author Charmian Clift and the daughter of Suzanne Chick, who wrote Searching For Charmian. In 2023, Gina won the first series of Alone Australia after lasting 67 days, capturing the hearts of millions. Her work has been featured in The Guardian, news.com.au, Mamamia, and SBS online.

  • Diesel Darling

    Performance

    Burlesque Hall of Fame 2020/21 | Miss Burlesque Australia 2020/21 | Miss Burlesque NSW 2020. Diesel Darling is a force to be reckoned with; it's no wonder her rise to stardom has been fast and furious. Affectionately known as the Danger Barbie, this full tank of gas fuses the classic with the unimaginably dangerous and manages to squeeze in a few laughs.

  • Zenly Yoga Studio

    Zenly Takeover of the Yoga Space

    Zenly is a sensory haven for movement, rest and connection on Gadigal land. We are woman-owned and operated, and offer a range of classes, groups and courses specifically designed to be accessible for neurodivergent and queer folks. Zenly stands for recognising privilege, increasing representation, fair wages, accessibility, and mental health over aesthetics.

  • ILE ILU

    Performance & Afro Brazilian Drumming Workshop

    ILE ILU (House of Rhythm) is a women’s rhythm empowerment collective based in Sydney/Central Coast on the lands of the Gadigal, Bidjigal, and Darkinjung people. Directed by Marina Da Silva, ILE ILU aims to connect people’s spirits to heartfelt joy, inspiration and aliveness through the beautiful pulsating rhythms of Afro-Brazilian influenced drum and dance.

Ember Co’s Annual Gathering isn't a healing retreat or a wild party, and it certainly isn't the Girl Scouts. To some, it encompasses all or parts of those aspects, to others it’s none of the above…It is an inclusive and eclectic festival, created by a diverse group of women, for all women-identifiers.

We warmly welcome outdoor enthusiasts, free spirits, conformists, non-conformists, artists, adventurers, spiritual folks, women with wombs, women without wombs and everything in between.

An Ember gathering is what you make of it. No scheduled item is compulsory, and the gathering land and schedule are for your own exploration and enjoyment. Whether you attend solo, or with friends, we guarantee your time will be filled with connection, warmth, and curiosity.

SHARING THE LOVE: PAST EVENTS

  • “I can't even put that into words!!! THANK YOU SO SO SO MUCH WIERD WOMEN CREW and thank you to every woman who attended, who ran a workshop or spoke in panel - you are all SO Beautiful and amazing and inspiring. That was beyond what I imagined… Can we make this a bi-annual event??!?”

    Amity Bliss

  • “Woooooooweee heart is still overflowing with happiness. Thank You my very deliciously weird women! And to the organisers, holy guacamole that blew all expectations, every year you guys have stepped it up. Eternally grateful for your time and skills.”

    Symone Curtin

  • “Thank you so so much for your magnificent efforts to create such a beautiful festival. It was my first time joining, and it’s been one of the most ‘cup’ filling experiences. Can’t wait to join you again next time."

    Sophie Russel

GET INVOLVED

All applications are now closed except for Volunteers, Market Stalls and Mystics Enclave. We will be in contact shortly if you have applied.

  • We would love to hear your general suggestion to improve our event or hear about a contribution you would like to see!

    Fill out the form here

  • Please fill out the application form here

  • Please fill out the application form here for tarot readers, astrology etc.

  • Applications are now closed for 2024.

  • Applications are now closed for 2024.

  • Applications are now closed for 2024.

  • Applications are now closed for 2024.

  • Applications are now closed for 2024.

  • Applications are now closed for 2024.

  • Applications are now closed for 2024.

SCHOLARSHIP TICKETS

We understand that financial barriers should not hinder anyone from experiencing the magic of an Ember Gathering. That's why we're excited to offer a limited number of scholarship tickets to deserving individuals who may not otherwise have the means to attend. Scholarship recipients will receive full access to Ember Gathering.

    • Must be 18 years of age or older.

    • Must identify as a woman and/or gender fluid.

    • Open to individuals from marginalised or disadvantaged groups, including those who experience socio-economic hardships or similar challenges.

  • Please email us at [email protected] with the subject line "Ember Gathering Scholarship Application - [Your Name]". Be sure to include your contact information and tell us a little about yourself and why you would like to attend Ember.
    Applications have now closed, however you can still reach out to us to discuss options to attend.

  • Scholarship recipients will be selected based on merit by the Ember team of directors. We have ten tickets available for scholarship applicants and encourage you to apply!