Desert Hearts Unveils Lineup for Intimate Microfest
Desert Hearts is taking things back to their roots.
The beloved collective has announced the lineup for Microfest, a new intimate, boutique festival experience set for October 1–5 at Deloro Valley in Northern California’s Sierra Nevada foothills. Bringing together a diverse lineup of electronic artists and sounds, the five-day gathering is built around the eclectic, genre-fluid spirit that has always defined Desert Hearts.
Designed to recapture the close-knit dance floors, open-hearted energy, and community-first spirit that defined Desert Hearts’ earliest gatherings, Microfest brings more than 30 artists together for five days of music, connection, and life in the outdoors.
The lineup draws from across the electronic music spectrum while bringing together members of the extended Desert Hearts family. Founding members Mikey Lion, Marbs, Lee Reynolds, and Porky will be joined by a diverse roster of established and emerging artists, including DJ Minx, Doc Martin, Stacey Pullen, Justin Martin, Danny Daze, DJ Holographic, Kevin Knapp, Life On Planets, SHADED (Live), Toy Tonics, and more.
The Lineup
B Rose, Brunch Life, Caleb Jackson, Danny Daze, DJ Holographic, DJ Minx, Doc Martin, Groovewell, Isaac Carter, Jake Mora, Justin Campbell, Justin Martin, Kevin Knapp, Lee Reynolds, Life On Planets, Maitreya, Marbs, Mikey Lion, Porky, Rob Grega, SHADED (Live), Sprout, Stacey Pullen, Stacy Christine, Techno Tupac, and Toy Tonics (Barbara Boeing & Cody Currie).
Set across 132 acres at Deloro Valley Summer Camp and Retreat, Microfest offers a more immersive and intimate way to experience the Desert Hearts world. During the day, attendees can cool off in the pool, explore the surrounding property, take part in activities with friends, or simply find a quiet spot beneath the trees to slow down and unwind.
As the sun sets, the focus shifts toward the dance floor, with electronic music filling the valley through a state-of-the-art Void Acoustics sound system. Throughout the weekend, curated experiences will unfold across the property, creating plenty of opportunities to explore, connect, and get lost in the moment.
While Desert Hearts has long embraced the spirit of a boutique festival, Microfest takes that philosophy a step further. With a smaller setting and a renewed emphasis on intimacy, community, and connection, the gathering is designed to feel less like a massive festival and more like a temporary home for the Desert Hearts family.
From sunrise dance floors to afternoons by the pool, Microfest aims to capture something that has always been at the heart of Desert Hearts: music, friendship, and the freedom to simply be together.
Tickets are limited and on sale now.
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