A two-day celebration of climbing and culture with live DJs, expedition film screenings and an exhilarating deep-water solo competition.
Event schedule
One 14-metre wall over open water. Two days of action. Three competition rounds.
Bring your general admission festival ticket to access both days.
Camp 4 Speaker Stage
More than a conversation, a declaration of belonging. Join Molly Thompson-Smith and Wanderers of Colour for a powerful discussion on identity, inclusion, and reclaiming space in the outdoors.
Athletes
Molly Thompson-Smith
Camp 4 Speaker Stage
Talking Transition follows Arianna Tricomi – one of the Freeride World Tour’s most successful athletes – as she closes the competition chapter of her career and reflects on her evolving relationship with the mountains. The film offers insights into the mind of an athlete at a turning point, reflecting on a life as a competitor and exploring new challenges, all while celebrating the beauty of freeskiing in Canada, Japan, and the Alps.
Athletes
Anna Tricomi
ZELLER'S CAMP CHILL ZONE
Make it yours. Join Molly Thompson-Smith and Are You Mad for a hands-on workshop customising beanies designed for textured hair.
Athletes
Molly Thompson-Smith
CAMP 4 SPEAKER STAGE
TNF athletes Siebe Vanhee and Caro North both climbed the South African Route (5.12c, 1,200m) on Patagonia's Central Tower. Siebe in a single-day free ascent, Caro in a 12-day all-female first. Hear them compare tactics, share epic footage, and discuss what it means to climb the same line in completely different ways.
Athletes
Siebe Vanhee
Caro North
CAMP 4 SPEAKER STAGE
This gripping documentary follows four-time world paraclimbing champion Solenne Piret as she redefines what is possible in the world of high-altitude mountaineering. Now, she embarks on a new challenge: lead climbing up the Grand Capucin, a mythical spire in the Mont-Blanc massif that has inspired generations of mountaineers.
Athletes
Solenne Piret
CAMP 4 SPEAKER STAGE
Find your flow. Join Fay Manners for an interactive session where she invites the audience to brainstorm and visualise the process of identifying a new route, exploring the mindset, creativity, and flow state behind first ascents.
Athletes
Fay Manners
MAIN STAGE
Get inside the track, live interviews with athletes and talent, then vibe out to a curated Rinse FM set.
CAMP 4 SPEAKER STAGE
Stefano Ghisolfi travels to Spain in search of the world’s most challenging 9b-graded routes. From a return to The Full Journey in Magralef, to Sleeping Lion in Siurana and more. Watch the film and discover more about the full story.
Athletes
Stefano Ghisolfi
MAIN STAGE
Turn up the energy, Lila takes the stage.
MAIN STAGE
Turn up the energy, Femi Keleoso takes the stage.
MAIN STAGE
Turn up the energy, Girls Don't Sync takes the stage.
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The Base Camp Duffel
Packing wins prizes. Drop by and pack fast for your chance to win a duffel.
Free Repairs
Got damaged gear? Bring it to our Repair Station and our expert team from United Repair Centre will fix it for free. All brands welcome. Shoe repairs and full zipper replacements not available.
Custom Lab
Your garment. Your design. Customise any pop-up store purchase at The North Face Custom Lab. Heat press, airbrush, or patches choose your graphic, and make it one of a kind. Plus, try your luck at "Roll the Holds" for the chance to win amazing prizes.
Bouldering sessions with a coach
Book your slot on site for a 1-to-1 session with a coach.
Go climbing with a pro
Take part to XPLR Pass exclusive raffle during the event and get a chance to win a climbing experience with Molly Thompson Smith.
Athlete Lineup
Discover The North Face athletes who'll be joining our events to share their passion for climbing.
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Alex Honnold
CLIMBER
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Molly Thompson-Smith
CLIMBER
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Siebe Vanhee
CLIMBER
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Caro North
ALPINIST
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Solenne Piret
CLIMBER
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Nina Williams
CLIMBER
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Jules Marchaland
CLIMBER
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Anna Tricomi
CLIMBER
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Condrad Anker
CLIMBER
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Stefano Ghisolfi
CLIMBER
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Fay Manners
CLIMBER
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Christine Lustinberg
CLIMBER
Music
Discover the musicians who will be setting the vibe all weekend long.
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Girls Don't Sync
ELECTRONIC MUSIC COLLECTIVE
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Ross From Friends
DJ & ELECTRONIC PRODUCER
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JYOTY
DJ
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Femi Koleoso
DJ AND PRODUCER
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Rinse FM
RADIO STATION
We’re looking for climbers,
we are looking for you!
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Partners
The North Face® Climb Festival is brought to you in collaboration with our partners.
FAQs
General admission is free. Just download the DICE app and search for The North Face Climb Festival to secure tickets. Tickets are non-transferrable.
We suggest the following items to bring:
1. Sunscreen
2. Hat
3. Rain jacket
4. Water
5. Snacks as needed
XPLR Pass is The North Face’s membership programme that includes access to exclusive products, events, discounts and more. It’s free to sign up. Join HERE.
The competition wall is for registered competitors only. There will be opportunities for the general public to climb onsite throughout the duration of the festival.
Amateur climbers 18+ are allowed to enter the competition. Please review the FAQ Athletes section for more details. Competition athletes should have a climbing ability level of 5.12+, and must be able to swim.
Food and drink concessions including alcohol will be available onsite via local vendors. Additional food and beverage options are available to VIP guests on board designated vessels.
Alcohol will be available for purchase on site. A Challenge 25 policiy will be in place. You cannot bring your own alcohol on site.
There will also be tap water available on site with a reusable bottle.
Yes, attendees will have to rejoin the queue and go through bag check again.
Service/Support Dogs are allowed within the event site, but for the safety of the animals and guests, pets are not permitted within the event.
The North Face Climb Festival is an outdoor event, in the case of overcast weather with rain, the event will go ahead. Please ensure you check the forecast before setting off to the venue and pack appropriate clothing.
The site is fully wheelchair accessible, there are multiple viewing location options with varying height levels as well as large relay screens for additional visibility.