Start your day by connecting with your body through movement arts, feeling the fluidity of mycelial networks. Then, venture out on another fungi foray, deepening your understanding of local fungal diversity. Back at base, get your hands dirty in a cultivation workshop, learning the art of mushroom growing. Expand your mind in our groundbreaking queer mycology workshop, exploring the fascinating intersections of gender, sexuality, and fungi. Round off the day delving into the potent world of mushroom extracts, unlocking the secrets of fungal alchemy!

Mycelial Movement: Slack & Flow with Javed Hassan of Xango

Engage in a meditative flow practice that bridges the gap between body and mind. This unique session invites you to find your balance as you walk, stretch, and breathe. Feel the mycelial connection beneath your feet and the forest energy guiding your movements in this fluid, dynamic, and deeply grounding experience.

The Mushroom Apothecary: Integrating Medicinal Mushrooms for Daily Wellness with Nuvedo & On The Move

Unlock the science behind functional mushrooms and their powerful role in daily wellness.  Deep dive into the bioactive compounds that enhance immunity, cognition, and overall vitality. Join an immersive workshop for an in-depth exploration of mushroom extracts, formulations, and their integrative benefits. You’ll also get the chance to taste these potent extracts and experience their effects firsthand, transforming your wellness routine with cutting-edge insights into functional fungi!

Down to Basics: Low Tech Mushroom Cultivation with Grow the Funguy

Have you always wanted to grow your own mushrooms? Think it requires extensive and expensive equipment in a complicated setup that will have even your engineering friends baffled? In this session, you’ll learn just how easy it is to grow mushrooms in your own home with minimal infrastructure. A little technology can go a long way when it comes to farming your own mushrooms. You’ll be surprised at how easy it really is!

Queer Encounters in the Mycoverse: Multi-Species Entanglements with MycoDyke
Between a mushroom with 23,304 different genders and fish that can change their gender at will, we find that nature is far more queer than we are taught to see. Queerness in the natural world is about more than gender and sexuality alone – queering our perception of the natural world enables us to understand greater-than-human consciousness. This reflective workshop will open your mind to new perspectives on the interconnectedness of life, where human and non-human narratives converge.

The Sorcerer’s Lair: A Portal to Magical Realms with Sanjay VS & The Modern Wizard  
Step into the Sorcerer’s Lair, where reality and unreality collide. This immersive experience will take you on a journey through magical realms, where science meets mysticism, and the impossible becomes possible. Let the fungi guide you through portals to otherworldly encounters that challenge your perceptions of reality.

Myco meets Micro: A Microgreens Cultivation Workshop with Garden Munchies

Explore the harmonious relationship between fungi and plants in this hands-on workshop. Learn the art of microgreens cultivation and discover how these tiny, nutrient-packed plants thrive. Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or a curious beginner, this workshop will give you the tools to cultivate your own microgreens! 

Beats of the Earth: A Rhythmic Journey to Connection with Udukku 

Let the earth’s natural rhythms pulse through you in this immersive drum circle. With traditional drums, we’ll tap into the heartbeat of the forest, allowing music to guide us into a state of collective connection and grounding. Surrender to the sounds of the earth and feel the unity of nature and rhythm come alive.

Psychedelic Mushrooms of Kerala: An Exploration by Dr. Bijeesh C

Dive into the fascinating world of psychedelic mushrooms endemic to Kerala. Explore these healing fungi, their natural habitats, and their role in the ecosystem. Led by leading mycologist, Dr. Bijeesh C, this session is an opportunity to uncover the mysteries of Kerala’s unique psychedelic fungi! Please note that this is a knowledge-sharing session and that Shroom Sabha does not permit or condone the consumption of any illegal fungi. 

Meant to Ferment: Intro to the World of Fermentation with Jatin & Sandeep from Auora Kombucha

Enter the captivating world of fermentation with Jatin and Sandeep from Auora Kombucha. Discover how simple ingredients can transform into complex flavors and probiotic-rich delicacies. This session will introduce you to the basics of fermenting, while exploring the science and tradition behind this ancient practice. It’s a hands-on experience that will leave you inspired to create your own fermented wonders at home.

The Mushroom Masquerade: Carnival Night
Step into the magical world of fungi-themed revelry with the Mushroom Masquerade! Don your most fantastical attire and immerse yourself in a night of music, dancing, and celebration. With sets by the Boney Abraham Ensemble and DJ Gaurav Holay, the evening promises an atmosphere of pure enchantment, where the lines between reality and imagination blur, and the wonders of the mycoverse come to life. Prepare to be whisked away into a mushroom-inspired dreamscape!

Musical Guest: Bonny Abraham Ensemble

The Bonny Abraham Ensemble, a group of nine sensational musicians led by Bonny, harmonise instrumental pieces that go down in the books. Their performances are a celebration of diversity and unity, as they use their instruments to tell stories that transcend borders and language barriers!