25 – 28 February 2027
Retreat Yourself is a village for all ages, and our youngest villagers are at the heart of it. From creative play at the Kids Club and family screenings at the Village Cinema to lifeguarded river swims and a quiet family neighbourhood at Thula Corner, there’s plenty for kids and teens to look forward to.
Every child gets a wristband with their guardian’s details at check-in, so you can relax into the weekend knowing we’ve got a safety net in place.
Thula Corner is our dedicated family neighbourhood – a quiet, tucked-away space designed for those who prefer a bit more rest and relaxation. Situated away from the bustle of the main festival areas, it’s ideal for families with younger children and earlier bedtimes.
When checking in, all children will receive a special wristband with their parent or guardian’s name, contact number, and their camping neighbourhood.
Once you’ve settled in, we encourage you and your children to familiarise yourselves with the Information Station – this will serve as the meeting point should anyone get separated. It will be staffed by our friendly RY volunteers until 9pm each evening.
To help keep our little villagers safe, we also have dedicated lifeguards on duty at the rivers throughout the day.
While we’ve taken every measure to ensure the safety of all attendees, parents and guardians are ultimately responsible for the supervision and wellbeing of their children.
We’re proud to offer a wide range of age-appropriate activities to keep our younger villagers engaged, inspired and entertained all weekend long.
You’ll find family-friendly offerings at the Kids Club, the Village Cinema (with child-friendly screenings) and within many other spaces across the festival. Little ones can skate, dance and roll their way around our open-air Roller Rink, nestled beneath the oak trees, with roller disco sessions made for the whole family and free skates available to borrow. Full details will be available in the schedule closer to the event.
Children remain the responsibility of their parents or guardians at all times.
The Kids Club is a fun and enriching space curated just for little ones. With trained staff, a variety of creative and engaging activities, and a warm, safe environment, it’s the perfect spot for your child to play while you attend an offering or a workshop solo.
Children must be signed in and out by their parent or guardian each day.
Cushions on the floor, a slushy in one hand and popcorn in the other, the Village Cinema is a favourite spot for young retreaters. Whether they’re starting the morning with their favourite animation or taking a break between river swims and adventures, there’s always something fun and age-appropriate on the big screen.
Expect giggles, sing-alongs and new festival friendships made between scenes. Our popcorn, slushy and sweets store is stocked with little ones in mind, so every screening comes with all the treats.
