Family Zone
High Sierra is passionate about family and we want to make the festival experience memorable for all ages. We invite children and big kids alike to enjoy and participate in a myriad of engaging activities and performances taking place all weekend long.
Don’t miss out on any Family Zone activities! Here’s a quick breakdown of what you can expect and where to find it.
Family Camp
We try to create a quieter and more kid-friendly environment in the eastern end of the Shady Grove campground (quieter late at night, louder early in the morning). If you’re interested in camping in Family Camp, let your shuttle driver or parking attendant know and you’ll be pointed in the right direction. An on-site vehicle pass is required to park in Family Camp. Visit Camping and Parking for more information.
Rockin’ Nannies
The Rockin' Nannies is honored to return to High Sierra for our 11th time. We will be hosting our Rockin' Slumber party from 8pm - 4am in the Tulsa E. Scott building each night, for schoolage children age 6 and up. We supply activities, snacks, movies, and TLC in a controlled, fun environment while moms and dads enjoy some "grown up" time. Rates are $25 an hour for the first child and $15 an hour for each additional sibling. Reservations should be made before the festival starts. Pre-registration is via email at therockinnannies@gmail.com. We are bringing extra Superstar nannies for babies and children at their own camps. Please visit our webpage for the breakdown of prices; https://therockinnannies.wixsite.com/mysite
The Rockin' Nannies crew will be waiting to say hello at our Meet and Greet on Thursday from 3:00 - 5:00 pm at our booth across from the Kids' Area. Again the best time to register is ahead of time, so reach out now as we expect to sell out. We will have our booth open from 10am - 1pm Friday, Saturday, and Sunday to answer questions.
Baby Disco
Join Greg, Georgette, and Baby G for an interactive music experience that combines research-driven movement and rhythmic activities with instruments. Tailored for babies and toddlers up to 4 years old and their families, "Baby Disco" delivers the power and community of music to the youngest fans of High Sierra at their level!
DJ Monks of Adventure Monkeys Productions
From Pittsburgh, PA, he's health-focused and adventurous, often seen on skates, skis, or a bike across the Sierras. He's back in the Family Zone Arts House for fueling your tank full of good vibes each morning.
Jillian the Mermaid
Mermaid Jillian is journeying up the waterways to High Sierra for her second year! Prepare for plenty of joy and fin-flipping good times with Traveling Mermaid Entertainment!
Quircus (10am-2pm Daily)
Quircus is Quincy’s community circus consisting of stiltwalkers, dancers, hula-hoopers, acro-balance performers, aerialists, jugglers, dancers, fire spinners, belly dancers, sideshow acts, singers, musicians, and poets. They are entirely made up of volunteers who donate their skills to entertain and embrace every chance to share the magic of circus arts. They are bringing games, clown school, and popcorn to the Family Zone daily!
Parades
Giant Puppets Save the World invites you to join us for an epic parade of ecstatic merriment featuring Samba Drop, a thirteen person drumline from Nevada City! Come parade with our menagerie of giant flying butterfly puppets, giant humminbird puppets, giant flowers, a giant caterpillar, and “Gratitude” the giant goddess of appreciation.
Come an hour before each parade to get dressed up and painted for the parade with the Giant Puppets Save the World crew!
The parade themes and times this year are:
Thursday, July 4th 7pm: 4th of July Peace and Love Parade
Wear your vintage red, white and blue attire with symbols of peace and love!
Friday, July 5th 7pm: Random Acts of Kindness Parade
Wear red and gold and bring a sign that says words of kindness!
Saturday, July 6th - 7pm, Attitude of Gratitude Parade (Silver)
Wear white or silver and bring a sign that says what you’re grateful for!
Sunday, July 7th, 11am, Kids Parade Rainbow Rock & Roll Parade
Wear your brightest boldest full-spectrum of colors and bring your favorite hand puppet or totem!
This year’s parade is dedicated to the spirit and soul of Roy Carter.
