A Five-day celebration of veganism, holistic health, and conscious connection!

September 10th-14th, 2026 , Excelsior Springs, MO

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Eat. Play. Connect. Transform.

Vibrant Vegan Fest is a five-day, four-night joyful transformational celebration and immersion in conscious plant based living, bringing together like-minded folks from longtime vegans and animal advocates, to those who are health conscious or simply aspiring to eat more plants

A person with long dark hair speaking into a microphone during a presentation or workshop. They are gesturing with one hand, standing in front of an orange background, wearing a black shirt with colorful embroidery.
A plate with various plant-based foods, including watermelon, chickpeas, cucumber, broccoli salad, quinoa, and fried plantains, being held by a hand with a background of sliced watermelon.
Three men sitting outdoors at night around a bonfire, playing guitars, with trees in the background, and text overlay reading 'Live Music & Bonfires'.
People hugging each other warmly at a community event, conveying connection and support.
A young woman dancing at night, wearing headphones, with a bright smile and colorful lighting. She is playing with her hair and has her arms raised. In the background, there are other people and vibrant lights. The text on the image reads 'Movement & Dancing.'
Three kids standing outdoors in a wooded area holding hands, smiling. The girl on the left has blonde curly hair, wearing a blue t-shirt with a flower design and pink shorts. The boy in the middle has brown hair, wearing a black t-shirt with a graphic and beige pants. The girl on the right has curly brown hair, wearing a white t-shirt with a heart and cow design, and patterned pants. The background includes trees, grass, and a small building. The text 'Kids Activities' is overlaid at the bottom of the image.
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You care about your health, about the Earth, about the animals…

You want to live in alignment with your values, but sometimes it feels hard to find your people, your rhythm, or your consistency….

Maybe you’ve felt alone in your journey, surrounded by a world that doesn’t quite get it. Or maybe you’ve been craving community that truly feels welcoming, joyful, intentional, and real. A place where you can just be yourself and know you belong…

✨ Welcome home!

Imagine five days surrounded by compassionate kindred souls who share your vision for a better world, learning, moving, laughing, and growing together.

Here, veganism isn’t just what’s on our plates: it’s central to our vision for a healthier, more compassionate, and sustainable world.

You’ll eat nourishing plant-based meals, move your body, learn from expert speakers, dance and play in community in nature, and reconnect with your most vibrant self.

✨ This is where you remember:

The medicine is already within you: in your food, your breath, your joy, and your community.

Our speakers and facilitators share how veganism and plant-based living can expand our compassion, heal our bodies, and deepen your connection to the earth and all life. You’ll leave feeling inspired, empowered, and more alive than ever.

✨ This is for you if you’re ready to:

✨Reconnect with your purpose and passion for a kinder and more sustainable world

✨ Meet like-minded people who actually get it, and get you

✨Feel your best, heal naturally, and take your health to the next level

✨ Nourish your body and soul with delicious vegan food and conscious connection

✨ Experience the joy of living in alignment with your values

This isn’t just a festival. It’s a movement for those who believe that peace, health, and harmony are possible right now.

Join us and experience what it truly means to live Vibrantly!

Come co-create a vibrant, thriving, happy and healthy world for all beings!

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Real People. Real Community. Real Transformation.

See what you can expect at Vibrant Vegan Fest in this promo video including a recap and footage from last year’s Thrive Alive Fest!

While Vibrant Vegan Fest is a new event, its roots are grounded in the community and magic created at last year’s Thrive Alive Vegan Fest.

The heart and energy are the same: compassion for all beings, joyful plant-powered living, and conscious community & connection. Now we’re expanding from those roots and evolving into something even more vibrant in 2026.

This Year’s Vibrant Vegan Fest is created by Sarina Farb, (founder of Born Vegan LLC) half the team behind Thrive Alive Vegan Fest where over 150 people gathered in 2025 to learn about healthy plant-based living, build community, deepen their compassion, and experience the joy of connecting with supportive and like-minded friends.

What people are saying:

“Such a game changer for me that I’m actually moving to another state to be around more vegans. The realization of how important it is to be around other vegans and make every conscious effort I can to build a community came from attending the event”

— Jennifer Y.

“It doesn’t matter what kind of diet or lifestyle you follow, you are guaranteed to leave happy, fulfilled and high on life. There’s something so beautiful about a conscious community coming together and co-creating a festival experience! We are all one and we thrive when we are connected!”

“Thrive Alive made me feel alive in a way I haven't for a while. Being around like-minded people in nature reminded me what I want to work towards in my life”

Photos by Aceshotthat and JoAnn Farb. Photos, videos, and testimonials shared from our previous Thrive Alive Fest and community — yours will be next!

  • People dancing and having fun outdoors at night under colorful lights, some wearing headphones.
  • Panel discussion on stage at Timberlakes Camp & Retreat Center during TRIPLE ALIVE FEST. Six people are seated in a row, five women and one man, with a man standing at a podium on the left. Two large screens display a presentation behind them.
  • Four smiling people standing indoors, embracing each other. The group includes two women and two men, all casually dressed. The background shows a room with tables, chairs, and large windows.
  • People standing on a stage during a presentation or event inside a large tent, with two large projection screens displaying diagrams about antioxidants donating electrons to neutralize free radicals.
  • Two women standing on stage holding microphones, one speaking and the other listening, with a large pink screen behind them displaying text.
  • Group of people gathered outdoors around a sign that reads 'Timber Lakes camp retreat center'. They are smiling and posing for a photo, with some sitting and others standing, in a wooded area.
  • People hugging at a gathering with pink and purple lighting.
  • A man sitting on a chair making a rock and roll gesture with his hand, smiling with his tongue out.
  • Buffet with various dishes including black beans, rice, yellow corn, mixed vegetables, and other hot foods, with people serving themselves.

What’s Included in your Ticket?

Your General Admission pass is all-inclusive so you can relax, reconnect, and immerse fully in the experience!

  • 5 days/4 nights at Lake Doniphan Retreat: On-site tent/car/van camping included

  • 3 buffet-style vibrant vegan meals each day

  • 40+ workshops and activities

  • 20+ keynote speakers & facilitators

  • Daily movement and fitness classes

  • Live musical performances & bonfire jams

  • Evening entertainment & dance parties!

  • Swimming, hiking, kayaking and outdoor fun

  • Child care and & kids activities

$699 👉 $499 Save $200 with Early Bird Pricing until Feb 15 or when sold out!

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Your Home for 5 days : A peaceful, nature-filled, lakeside retreat

 

Lake Doniphan Camp and Retreat Center:
12856 Doniphan Lake Rd,
Excelsior Springs, MO 64024

Just 45 minutes outside Kansas City, Lake Doniphan Camp & Retreat Center is nestled on more than 360 acres of beautiful Missouri woodland featuring a pool, two sparkling lakes, forested trails, open meadows, a disc golf course, cozy gathering spaces, and plenty of room to explore, unwind, and reconnect with nature.

With plenty of both indoor and outdoor gathering spaces, it’s the perfect setting for five days of learning, fun, and relaxation - rain or shine!

Kayaks and canoes stacked near a lakeside, with geese walking on the grass, a dock extending into the water, trees across the lake, and a blue barrel and red float nearby.
A large stone and glass building surrounded by green trees and grass under a blue sky.
Interior of a spacious dining area with long tables and white chairs, large windows overlooking green trees, a stone fireplace, and chandeliers hanging from a wooden ceiling.
Small houses with colorful doors in a park-like setting near a body of water, with trees and a bench in the background, overcast sky.

Accommodations:

We offer a range of options to suit every preference!

Camp under the stars in your tent or hammock if you prefer being in nature, or bring your camper van and have all your things right with you! Your General Admission ticket INCLUDES all camping options - but you must bring your tent/camping equipment.

If you’d like more comfort, privacy, or a hotel-style stay, we offer on-site upgraded accommodations including cabins, RV hookups, private suites in the main lodge, and shared dorm-style options. These housing upgrades are LIMITED (and will likely sell out!!) and are an additional cost on top of your general admission ticket.

Stay Off-Site: If you prefer to stay off-site in a nearby hotel, or drive home each night if local, you’re welcome to do that as well. 

Want more comfort? You can upgrade with our housing add-ons!

Lodge Rooms & Suites

Enjoy a fully furnished suite in the main lodge, with 2 queen beds, a private bathroom, heating + AC - Quiet and cozy and ideal for deeper rest, couples, and families!

Rustic Cabins

Get an air conditioned private cabin with 2 bunk beds (sleeps 4) and access to a nearby shared bath/shower house - must bring your own linens/pillows!

A bed in a shared dorm room

Not wanting to camp, but looking for a budget option? Get a bed in a shared dorm room! Each dorm room in the mini lodges hold 4 bunk beds (sleeps 8) and a bathroom. You must bring your own linens! This option is perfect for solo travelers or those looking to make new friends quickly! We offer men’s, women’s, and gender-neutral dorm rooms.

A white recreational vehicle (RV) parked on a gravel area, connected to an electrical hook-up on the right side, with a backdrop of trees and clear sky.

RV hookup
$50 add-on

Dormitory room with two sets of black bunk beds, three windows with blinds, an air conditioning unit, a wooden furniture piece, and a waste basket.

Bed in a shared dorm room
$99 add-on

Small beige house with a green door, porch with a bench and a chair, surrounded by green trees and grass.

Private cabin
$399 add-on

A hotel room with two beds, wooden headboards, a nightstand with a lamp, and framed landscape pictures on the green walls. One bed has a multicolored quilt, and the other has a darker quilt with a pattern. An open door partially obscures the view.

Private Lodge Suite
$599 add-on

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