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We hope you had an amazing time at the 2025 Outside Festival presented by Capital One and REI Co-op.

Relive the 2025 Outside Festival

DAVID BLAINE & DIANA NYAD

An extraordinary conversation about the art of endurance—plus some dazzling magic

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music

Amazing bands performing on a stunning stage

film

Thrilling stories of adventure—and misadventure

ideas

Conversations with elite athletes and change makers

fun

Gear, games, climbing, yoga, bikes, and so much more

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Relive the 2025 Outside Festival

Mainstage music

Lord Huron, Khruangbin, Sylvan Esso, Trampled By Turtles, and other acts performed for joyful crowds at Civic Center Park .

David Blaine and Diana Nyad DAZZLED

Legendary magician and endurance artist David Blaine joined record-breaking swimmer Diana Nyad for a riveting Ideas session: The Art of Endurance.

The wild life of ALEX HONNOLD

Legendary climber Alex Honnold spoke about risk, purpose, and a life driven by passion and principle in a conversation with Wild Ideas Worth Living podcast host Shelby Stanger.

Inspiring FIlms

Curated in partnership with Mountainfilm, the Outside Festival Film program featured powerful documentaries followed by conversations with filmmakers.

All-in experiences

Climbing, cold plunges, yoga, pump tracks—there was endless outdoor fun to be had in Civic Center Park.

The Heart of the Festival

Moments of community, joy, and connection that made the weekend unforgettable