Every raver has their first love: the concert or festival that converts them from doe-eyed observers to wide-eyed obsessives. For my wife and me, that’s Bass Canyon.

Colleagues in my other career, covering combat sports, often ask why I’m so infatuated with electronic dance music. The list is long: the community, self-expression, music and theatrics. But number one, by a mile: it’s our thing. 

My loving, supportive wife would sooner drive spikes through her ears than listen to me ramble about Ilia Topuria’s ascent to UFC stardom. I get it. And try as I may, I’ll never be passionate about her latest, steamy bathtime romance novel. Raving is our shared spark—it illuminates us equally.

So from one raving tandem to the rest, here is your couple’s guide to Bass Canyon 2025.

Take a Laser Bath at the Crater Stage

The urge to send it halfway across the continent grew tenfold once Lost Land debuted its Crater Stage. The 360° stage took social media by storm with its wild medley of lasers, lights and sounds.

Thankfully, Excision Presents haven’t forgotten about the Pacific Northwest starve. The Crater Stage makes its Bass Canyon debut 11 months after its Lost Lands unveiling. 

Photo courtesy of Press Dance the Night Away at the Silent Disco

Don’t let sound curfews stop you and your better half from dancing the night away. The silent raves are the perfect way to wind down from the day’s festivities.

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Wireless headphones allow you to shake out every last headbang while giving sleepyheads some rest and recovery. It’s a novel experience, one you don’t get to enjoy every day, and it’s included with your admission.

Share a Sunset Kiss Over the Canyon

The Gorge Amphitheatre is one of the most beautiful venues on Earth. A cherished tradition of ours is watching first-timers crest the hill. Seeing our friends speechless at the Columbia River running through the sprawling canyon instantly transports us to our first visit.

The Canyon Stage is an even greater sight as the sun sets. Hearing thumping dubstep as fireballs erupt from the stage is a stunning contrast to the storybook scenery behind it. What better way to commemorate your love than with a scenic kiss? But maybe not during SVDDEN DEATH’s sunset set, unless you’re into that kind of thing. No judgment here.

Photo courtesy of Bass Canyon Unleash Your Inner Foodie

Three days of raving in summer heat is hungry work. We’re always equipped with hydration packs and snacks, but sometimes you need something more substantial when sprinting between stages. The Gorge, plus The Pivot back at camp, has a wide selection of food and beverage options.

The poutine and curly fries come in clutch when you need sodium and carbs for fuel. The garlic chicken tenders might be the most unanimously beloved option at the Gorge. Fingers-crossed that the Dole Whip returns because Disney shouldn’t gatekeep something that cool, refreshing and delicious.

Spend Quality Time with Each Other, And Your Favorite Artists

Deep down, we’re all fans. Some wear it on their sleeves while others play it cool. One of Bass Canyon’s underappreciated novelties is its swathe of activities. You’ve likely seen the viral dubstep karaoke, a silly and endearing fixture in recent years. But the coolest activities are the ones that close the barrier between artists and attendees. 

Zingara leads a guided meditation and vision board workshop, plus Hairitage and SoDown host “Bass Canyony’s Got Talent.” There’s also Boogie T’s “Build-Or-Bring-A-Beard,” WonkyWilla’s “Brunch Time Candy Factory,” and a Guitar Hero Jam Off with Honeycub. Bass music is community-driven, and these special moments with artists exemplify that.

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