Wellness in the Wilderness Festival
New Dawn's First-Ever Wellness Festival
16 to 18 May 2025 | Maleny Hinterland
Reconnect. Recharge. Rediscover Yourself.
At our first-ever wellness festival, we’re taking you beyond the traditional retreat.
Imagine a sanctuary surrounded by nature where you can create your own wellness journey.
Whether you crave deep rest, powerful transformation, or joyful connection, this festival is crafted to meet your unique needs.
This isn’t just another retreat—it's a celebration of well-being on a grander scale, designed for you to break free from daily routines and inspire you to live fully.
Maleny Hinterland: Nature’s Playground for Healing and Growth
Nestled in the heart of the Maleny Hinterland, our festival is set against a backdrop of lush forests and breathtaking views of the Glasshouse Mountains. The expansive, open spaces offer the perfect escape from city life, inviting you to breathe deeply and feel truly alive.
Nature’s healing power is the cornerstone of this experience. With every sunrise over the mountains and each whispering breeze through the trees, you’ll find yourself more grounded, connected, and inspired.
Choose Your Own Wellness Experiences
This isn’t a one-size-fits-all retreat—it’s a choose-your-own-adventure wellness festival. From sunrise yoga sessions and guided meditations to immersive sound healing, breathwork, and movement workshops, you have the freedom to design a journey that resonates with you.
Whether you’re here to energise your body, quiet your mind, or simply reconnect with your true self, our diverse range of activities lets you create a deeply personal experience. Dive into workshops on holistic health, join community circles, or simply unwind by the grass as the sun sets. The choice is yours.
Yoga & Movement: Dynamic flows, Yin yoga, and dance workshops
Mindfulness & Meditation: Guided mindfulness sessions, breathwork, and sound healing
Wellness Workshops: Holistic health, personal growth, and manifestation sessions
Creative Exploration: Art therapy, journaling, and vision board creation
More surprises: Inspiring sessions led by expert practitioners and artists
Find Your Tribe, Share Your Journey
Wellness isn’t just about self-discovery—it’s about connecting with others who are on a similar path. This festival is designed to foster a sense of community and belonging. Join group circles, participate in community meals, and share meaningful conversations.
Here, you’ll find a welcoming space to share stories, make new friends, and feel truly supported.
Whether you’re attending solo or with loved ones, you’ll leave with a community that continues to inspire you long after the festival ends.
Comfort in the Heart of Nature
Choose from a variety of accommodations to suit your comfort and budget: Single and Shared Rooms or Glamping Tents.
Wake up to stunning views of the Glasshouse Mountains and fall asleep to the calming sounds of nature.
Whether you prefer solitude or shared experiences, you'll find the perfect sanctuary to relax and recharge.
Package rates start from $950.
Single and Shared Rooms
Single and Shared Glamping Tents
Nourish Your Body, Mind, and Soul
Enjoy a fully catered experience with meals that celebrate local, organic, and seasonal ingredients. Indulge in nourishing meals designed to support your wellness journey.
Each meal is an opportunity to connect, reflect, and rejuvenate, ensuring you feel energised and balanced throughout the festival.
Wellness for Everyone
Everyone is welcome to join our Wellness in the Wilderness Festival. Whether you’re a seasoned yogi, a wellness newbie, or simply looking to escape the hustle and reconnect with nature, there’s something here for you.
We welcome all fitness levels and abilities. Our team is dedicated to creating a safe, supportive, and empowering space for you and every participant.
Who Is This Festival For?
This festival is perfect for you if you are:
Seeking a deeper connection with yourself and nature
Feeling burnt out and in need of a holistic reset
Ready to explore new wellness practices and personal growth
A community seeker looking to meet like-minded souls
Ready to celebrate life, wellness, and the wild beauty of nature
Not Just Another Retreat—A Transformative Wellness Experience
This is New Dawn’s first-ever wellness event with a festival vibe, offering a larger scale and broader range of activities than any of our past retreats. It’s a celebration of community, connection, and personal transformation in a breathtaking wilderness setting.
You won’t just attend workshops—you’ll curate your own journey. You won’t just relax—you’ll rediscover the joy of living fully.
Be a part of this unique experience. Join us at the Wellness in the Wilderness Festival and begin a journey that’s as unique as you are.
Meet Your Host: Dawn Edwards-Jones
Hi, I’m Dawn—Your Guide on This Wellness Journey
I’m so excited to welcome you to New Dawn’s first-ever Wellness in the Wilderness Festival! This event is a dream come true for me—a celebration of community, connection, and transformation, all in the healing embrace of nature.
As a certified health and wellness coach, Pilates and yoga instructor, and healer, I’ve had the privilege of guiding women on journeys of self-discovery, growth, and empowerment. I’ve hosted sold-out local and international wellness retreats in places like Coochiemudlo Island, Byron Bay, Glasshouse Mountains, Eumundi, Sunshine Coast, Mount Cotton, Gold Coast, Thailand, Bali, and now, in the beautiful Maleny hinterland.
This isn’t just another retreat. It’s about creating a space where you can be yourself, find your joy, and connect with a like-minded community. Whether you’re looking to deepen your self-awareness, release what no longer serves you, or simply reconnect with nature, I’m here to support you every step of the way.
I genuinely can’t wait to share this adventure with you. Let’s embrace the wilderness, explore new possibilities, and rediscover the joy of living fully—together.
I’ll see you there!
With love and light,
Dawn
Ready to Experience a Festive Wellness Adventure?
Spaces are limited for this exclusive, one-of-a-kind wellness festival. Don’t miss out on New Dawn’s first-ever large-scale wellness event with a festival twist.
Reconnect. Recharge. Rediscover.
Join us at the Wellness in the Wilderness Festival!
Package rates start from $950.