On Site Mental Health Experiences and Activities
Friday, July 25, 5 – 8 PM
Saturday, July 26, 1 PM – 8 PM
At The Big Stomp, the music is just the beginning. From wellness workshops and immersive art to family-friendly activities and interactive spaces, every part of the festival is designed to connect, recharge, and inspire. Explore everything waiting for you beyond the stage.
OPEN DOORS, OPEN MINDS
Renewal by Andersen, The Big Stomp’s Official Windows and Doors Partner, presents “Open Doors, Open Minds” where participants can explore the transformative benefits of sand, art, and music therapy. Immerse yourself in a space designed to heal and inspire, as you engage with creative therapies that nurture the mind, body, and soul.
HUMANA’S ZEN DEN
The Zen Den, presented by Humana, provides you with a serene oasis to enjoy a moment of zen. Participants can check out Louisville Silent Disco headphones and choose between a variety of meditation soundtracks. The experience is complete with comfortable yoga mats and cushions, plus farm-grown flower displays to create a full sensory experience.
LOVE, TITO’S ARTFUL MINDS
Come together at our vibrant community coloring wall, a space dedicated to supporting mental health and embracing the joy of being in the moment. Immerse yourself in a collective creative experience that soothes the mind and uplifts the spirit. While you’re there, don’t forget to check out Love, Tito’s games, giveaways, and more!
KROGER’S NUTRITION NOOK
Discover the delicious path to a healthy mind and body. Experience the joy of good food and learn how wholesome nutrition can elevate your well-being. As a proud presenting sponsor, Kroger is committed to fostering healthier communities through better nutrition, accessibility, and education. With Kroger’s support, we’re making it easier for everyone to access nutritious foods, mental health awareness, and community-driven wellness initiatives. Join us in celebrating a partnership that’s about more than just great food—it’s about a healthier, happier you.
HAMMOCK HAVEN
Take a break, catch your breath, and sway the stress away. Hammock Haven is your go-to spot to recharge between sets, courtesy of our friends at Quest Outdoors. Find your spot and hang awhile.
EQUINE THERAPY
Equine therapy involves interactions between individuals and horses to promote emotional growth and healing. The unique bond between humans and horses, combined with professional therapeutic guidance, creates a powerful environment for emotional healing and mental health improvement. Presented by Louisville Recovery Center.
IF THIS IS YOU MOCKTAIL SALOON
Celebrate the joy of having fun in a vibrant, sober environment where mocktails take center stage. Let’s normalize the art of enjoying delicious, alcohol-free beverages while creating unforgettable memories together. Presented by Ritual Zero and Ale-8-One.
MUSIC THERAPY
Music therapy leverages the universal and profound impact of music to promote healing, growth, and well-being, making it a powerful tool in various therapeutic contexts. Join us for some examples of how music therapy can enhance well-being, reduce stress, and foster emotional expression.
Community Drum Circles
Let the rhythm move you. Join Restorative Sound for community drum circles at Pete’s Landing Stage, Friday and Saturday at 7 PM. All are welcome—no drumming skills needed, just your energy and openness. It’s about connection, creativity, and release.
THERAPY GOATS
Step into the softest corner of the festival. Come spend time with the therapy goats provided by Rustic Forrest Farm and Sanctuary! They are calm, curious companions that offer a gentle, grounding break from the crowds. Perfect for relaxing, reconnecting, and yes, taking the cutest photos of your weekend.
PICKLEBALL
Serve. Rally. Smash the Stigma. Stop by the pop-up Pickleball court to get in a quick game with friends or strangers. Whether you’re a seasoned player or brand new, you’ll have a blast and help raise awareness for mental wellness while you play. Presented by Team Travel Source and Pickleville USA.
Heaven Hill Pouring Into You
Sometimes you need a snapshot to remember a moment of clarity, confidence, or connection. Stop by Heaven Hill’s Pouring Into You installation to take a Polaroid photo and add it to the collective wall of festival-goers who are making space to care for themselves … and each other.
Wellness Resource Tent
Local mental health organizations are here to help you and your loved ones. Come inside to explore, ask questions, and connect with people who care. This space is filled with information, support, and resources to help you take the next step toward wellness.
Body Mind Soul Space
Step inside the Body Mind Soul Space and discover moments of calm, connection, and restoration. Offered in partnership with Valaterra, this area features a rotating schedule of workshops and classes held every hour on the hour throughout the weekend. Check out the full activation schedule below curated by Katie Ward, Realigned Body.
Body Mind Soul Space Presented By Valaterra
Activation Schedule
Enjoy a different offering every hour on the hour. Activation schedule curated by Katie Ward, Realigned Body
FRIDAY, JULY 25
5:30pm – Sound Journey with Katherine (Katie) Martin
Supportive intention will be woven throughout this Sound Bath to help you to rest deeply and increase your body awareness. This healing resource will allow you to reframe your mindset and reconnect your spirit to its creative source and embodied wholeness.
6:30pm – Reiki and Tarot to support Therapy work with Megan McMillan
Explore how to use Reiki and Tarot as supportive tools for your mental health and therapy journey.
7:30pm – Tai Chi for Health with Sabata Serikali
Accomplished Tai chi instructor Dre Dawson will lead participants in this gentle exercise involving slow movements, deep breathing and a meditative state. This form of martial arts rooted in Chinese medicine has many potential physical and emotional benefits, such as decreased anxiety and depression and improved cognition. People of all ages and fitness levels are welcome to participate in this 30-minute activity.
8:30pm – Shamanic Drum Journey with Christi Scoccola
Relax and release tensions in the body and mind with the sound of the drum. The various rhythms played are beneficial to your overall well–being and some may have visions, similar to dreaming. Be open to what drumming can bring up for you!
SATURDAY, JULY 26
1:30pm – Mental Wealth: The Nootropic Path to Resilience- How Herbs, Fungi, and Nutrients Can Regenerate the Mind with Logan McNeal
In this brief, yet enriching workshop, we’ll explore how natural and science-backed nootropics—including herbs, fungi, amino acids, and psychobiotics—can support a balanced mind, emotional clarity, and long-term resilience. Rooted in ancient traditions and guided by emerging research, this is a gentle introduction to the ways thoughtful supplementation can help us stay grounded, focused, and well in a world of constant change.
2:30pm – Cooperative Games with Zach Bramel
Drop in between 2:30pm and 3pm to join in the play! Cooperative games are activities anyone can do, and they help us feel empowered, joyful, and connected to our community by playing together, problem solving together, and laughing together.
3:30pm – Mindful Movement with Maggie Welp
Come join us for a session of breathing exercises, partner activities, and movement games that explore high energy and calming techniques geared toward kids!
4:30pm – Yoga & Healthy Lifestyle for Men with Ben Short
In this brief class, we will introduce approachable considerations for some simple daily habits that can have a profound impact on one’s mental and physical health: a little movement and valuable stretches, a little discussion and encouragement for making small changes that lead to big improvements.
5:30pm – Back Body Activations with Katie Ward
Explore functional and playful ways to enhance your balance and engage the back body. This class is tailored to all levels of participation as every position is introduced in stages, layered with intensity, to meet you wherever you are on your balance journey.
6:30pm – Unplug: Yin Yoga for the Mind Body and Spirit with Shay Bowles
This class is based on a key component in yoga philosophy called Pratyahara. This withdrawal of the senses is a practice where we detach from external stimuli while allowing for a deeper connection to self. We will use a combination of breath and asana, then concluding with a 5 minute guided meditation.
7:30pm – Breath Break: A Nervous System Reset with Jenny Dedrick
Drop into your body and out of your head in this quick reset designed to support emotional clarity, nervous system regulation, and inner connection.
8:30pm – Sound Journey with Sarah Beth Eversole
Step into a serene sanctuary of sound designed to gently soothe the nervous system. In this Sound Bath Journey, you will have an immersive experience of vibrational healing using crystal singing bowls. Each tone is crafted to support mental clarity, emotional release, and deep relaxation. Whether you’re new to sound healing or a returning listener, this short yet powerful session offers a moment of peace to reset and restore your mind, body, and spirit.
Wellness Resource Tent
Looking for support, information, or just a safe space to connect? The Wellness Resource Tent brings together a variety of local organizations offering mental health resources, community programs, and guidance for wherever you are on your wellness journey. Stop by, explore, ask questions, and connect with people who care. Below is a list of the partners you’ll find inside the tent throughout the weekend.
- Aptiva Health
- Be Well + Louisville Center for Eating Disorders
- Bridgehaven
- Charlie Health
- City of Louisville – Office of Violence Prevention
- Heartland Music Together
- Khalil Mind Kare, LLC
- Louisville Folk School
- Mindive Therapy
- NAMI of Louisville
- Network for Hope
- Restorative Sound
- The Brook Hospital
- U of L Peace Hospital
- VOA
- Wellspring
