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The Gorge Amphitheatre, George, WA
Bass Canyon is Excision's Pacific Northwest bass music festival at the legendary Gorge Amphitheatre. Three days of heavy bass music with one of the most stunning natural backdrops in live music — a canyon overlooking the Columbia River.
Expect 25,000 attendees and a bass · dubstep · dnb focus — Bass Canyon in The Gorge Amphitheatre, George, WA rewards planning ahead. The tips below cover what matters most for this event; for the full picture, work through our festival planning guides further down the page to pack, travel, camp, and stay safe.
The Gorge is remote — stock up on supplies in Ellensburg or Quincy before arriving
Wind is constant — stake your tent and canopy aggressively
Sunrise over the canyon is worth waking up for
Bring warm layers — desert nights drop to 40°F even in August
Premier camping is worth it for the shorter walk to the venue
Start with our festival planning guides — each one is an interactive checklist you can work through.
Coordinate rides, camping, gear, and schedules with your crew.
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