July 1st - 7th, 2011 Washington State
Every summer since 1972, the Annual Rainbow Gatherings have attracted tens of thousands of people to a different United States National Forest. There a temporary city is created in the wilderness, complete with kitchens, plumbing, medical care, sanitation, and childcare. These Rainbow Gatherings culminate with an elaborate and graceful silent prayer for World Peace on the Fourth of July.
The Annual Rainbow Gatherings attract all different kinds of people, all for different reasons and who come from all different places. All of the magic happens through the volunteer efforts of individuals without any formal organization or leaders and without anyone buying a ticket or being paid for their labor. ---> more
