The first Bonfire Sessions was even more magical than any of us could have hoped. It’s all a blur at this point, but we do remember this: buses were full, hot dogs were demolished in record time, an impromptu pyramid was formed, followed by a cha-cha line around the fire, the stars were out, the puppies were sleepy, the band’s set ran long, we all went home in a delirious haze.
We can’t thank everyone enough: DJ Case0ne for getting the dance floor jamming early, The Cave Singers for an unforgettable show (oh! that fireside second set!), everyone at Bear Creek for the gloriously beautiful location (and soon-to-be released single), and Hallava for the sloppy, finger-licking shawarma.
Stay tuned for the gorgeous photos and video, plus the free single download from The Cave Singers and many more Bonfire goodies. And if you were there and have photos or stories to share, send ‘em our way. The fun isn’t over yet.
Love,
JanSport
It’s time. It’s here. The first Bonfire Sessions featuring The Cave Singers are tonight.
Buses depart from Pike between 10th and 11th at 6:00 pm, sharp.
See you there. The line starts now.
Here’s some of what you’ll be getting into, if you nab a spot:
THE COOL PART
- It’s all free, first of all.
- A ride out to the location on “luxurious” tour buses – and a designated-driver ride back
- The finest complimentary Pabst Blue Ribbon money can’t buy
- All-you-can-scarf Hallava falafel
- DIY campfire hot dogs (and vegan dogs), all the trimmings
- S’mores
- Blow-up dolls (not those kind)
- Cornhole!
- JanSport pack giveaway, stuffed with useful outdoorsy treats
- A limited-edition 8-color screenprint of the Bonfire Sessions poster
- And yeah, the special, never-before-performed, going-to-kick-your-ass two-part set with the Cave Singers
- Many more rad things.
THE RULES PART
- Must be 21+
- Thanks for not smoking at the event. It’s dry season, so we have to be extra careful – we’re going for bonfire, not forest fire.
- Please, be nice to the local businesses near the bus stop.
- We’ll be taking pictures, so if you can, no logos on your clothes.
- No outside beverages. C’mon, we’re giving them to you for free.
- If you appear intoxicated while boarding the bus on the way to the party, you will bedenied. By large, intimidating gentlemen.
- You MUST take the bus home. No alternate transportation arrangements can or will be made. And buses won’t leave without every single concert-goer on board.
- No outside vehicles allowed in the secret location.
- No firearms. These woods aren’t that scary, promise.
If you’re clever, you know it by now. And if you’re not, well, we’ll tell you anyway. Because everyone deserves the chance to go to this crazy party.
The bus stop has landed in front of Quinn’s on the 1000 block of Pike, between 10th and 11th, in Seattle. Tomorrow (Thursday) from 6 to 7:30pm, we’ll have some musical entertainment and free Comet dogs to kick it off.
Buses board at 5:30pm and depart at 6:00pm sharp on Saturday August 28th. Line begins… well, how bad do you want to go?
BUS STOP HINT #5: A late-night staple of the former 500 block of Pine relocated to this popular street. Start the line where the burritos begin.
Remember: Only the first 100 who find and line up at the bus stop will make it onto our Bonfire Sessions shuttles. Final location is still a secret.
BUS STOP HINT #4: You’ve got the hood, now for the street. Each year, this busy thoroughfare is shut down for another raucous summertime concert.
Remember: Only the first 100 who find and line up at the bus stop will make it onto our Bonfire Sessions shuttles. Final location is still a secret.
BUS STOP HINT #2: Of course, Seattle’s musical legacy is legendary. And in this particular neighborhood, especially—don’t let the mansions fool you.
Remember: Only the first 100 who find and line up at the bus stop will make it onto our Bonfire Sessions shuttles. Final location is still a secret.
Well, it’s actually the anti-music issue, but no matter. Check out our Bonfire Sessions ad in the latest issue of Vice, out now and online. Of the many thrilling pieces this month, we experienced certain nostalgic enjoyment over Ellis Jones’ article on Napster, featuring an interview with Tyler Stewart, who is, of course, the drummer of the Barenaked Ladies.
As always, the latest Bonfire Sessions news and clues: Facebook / Twitter / Terms & Conditions
Now that we’ve announced our band, we can’t wait to share our first bus stop hint. Remember, only the first 100 that line up will make it on our special shuttles out to the secret location.
So here it is, hint #1: Our band calls it home, local beards are fierce, it’s super lush. Seattle just feels right, don’t you think?
