~ B E A U T Y W A Y F E S T I V A L ~
SHANTI ECSTATIC GATHERING
QI GONG | CACAO CEREMONY | MEDICINE MUSIC |
CONSCIOUS DANCE | LIVE MUSIC | DELICIOUS FOOD
7 SEPTEMBER, FROM 2:30pm
Join us at The Shanti Space on Saturday, 7 September for a soul-stirring celebration of music, nature, and sacred connection at the Beauty Way Festival. This special one-day gathering weaves together global sounds, conscious community, and heart-led ritual in a sanctuary of peace beneath the Portuguese skies.
Activated through plant medicine Cacao, we alchemise & express through voices, hearts & bodies.
Moving & expressing freely we come into blissful ecstatic states of being; untethered, expansive & open to life in a collective prayer.
B E A U T Y W A Y
The essence of the Beauty Way, is to live in harmony with all aspects of life, seeking balance, peace, and inner and outer beauty. It emphasizes walking a path of mindfulness, respect, and gratitude, fostering connections with nature, others, and oneself. By embodying beauty in thoughts, actions, and spirit, one nurtures well-being and a deep sense of interconnectedness with the universe.
Featuring an unforgettable lineup of international and local artists, including the deep, earthy rhythms of J. POOL, the poetic Brazilian soul of GUSTAVITO, the ethereal medicine music of JOSII YAKECAN, and the devotional alchemy of JACK & JESSICA WEAVER, this is a ceremony for the senses—a space to remember beauty as a way of life. Expect an atmosphere of intimacy, warmth, and wonder, with nourishing food, nature immersion, and an open-hearted community gathered in reverence for music and life.
BEAUTYWAY FESTIVAL PROGRAM
Arrival 14:30
Feel the earth beneath you as you remove your shoes and settle onto our enchanting lands. Lay your blanket upon the ground, offering yourself fully to the experience. Bring your openness and let the magic of the surroundings embrace you.
Qi Gong & Breathwork 15.00pm
Qi Gong, an ancient Chinese practice, integrates physical postures, breathing techniques, and focused intention to cultivate and balance the body's vital energy, or "qi." Rooted in traditional Chinese medicine, it promotes physical health, mental clarity, and emotional well-being. Qi Gong exercises range from gentle, meditative movements to more vigorous routines, making it accessible for people of all ages and fitness levels.
Cacao Ceremony 16:00
Cacao, or raw chocolate, was revered by ancient South and Central American civilizations as a health elixir, medicine, and aphrodisiac. Called "Heart Blood" by the Aztecs, it symbolized life and fertility. Today, cacao is recognized as a superfood, rich in vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, and anti-inflammatory properties. It supports heart health, activates brain neurotransmitters for bliss and motivation, and fosters deeper connections, creativity, and inner peace.
Kirtan 16:30
Kirtan, derived from Sanskrit meaning to praise or glorify, is a practice that connects us to our hearts and the present moment through sound and song. By singing mantras to deities, kirtan helps uncover our true nature, evoking love, awareness, and joy within each of us.
Ecstatic Dance followed by Live Medicine Music from 17:30
Experience the healing properties of cacao while setting intentions and engaging in ecstatic dance to awaken life force energy. With guidelines for a safe and liberating experience, participants move without judgment, embodying their intentions and truths amidst nature's beauty, creating transformative magic.
J. Pool
J.Pool is a Canadian-born music producer, DJ, and sound healer known for his unique fusion of ethnic, organic, and electronic music. He has performed globally in locations like Bali, Ibiza, Tulum, Dubai, and across Europe at renowned festivals and wellness gatherings.
Through his music, J.Pool invites his audience on a ceremonial voyage that bridges the ancestral and the contemporary, creating dance floors that feel sacred, vibrant, and deeply human. We are very excited to welcome him to The Shanti Space.
Jack Weaver
Jack is a Chinese Medicine acupuncturist, Qi Gong Practitioner & Musician. As an Ecstatic Dance DJ Jack brings a depth to his sets that assist in journeying into the body and heart bringing connection to spirit. Evoking emotive moments of joy and ecstatic bliss. He loves to share his eclectic collection of world infused tribal & organic beats and carefully crafted sets to uplift and inspire the dance floor. He also brings a live element to his sets with his voice.
Jessica Weaver
Initiated in holding ceremonial space with Cacao for nearly a decade, with over 750+ hours Tantra & Hatha Yoga training. She weaves in the ancient esoteric lineage along with modern neuroscience, somatics & sound to her grounded earth-based offerings.
Her trauma-informed practices are designed to reconnect with the felt-sense of body, holding reverence for the Earth while empowering people to re-imagine their lives - beyond limiting beliefs - through embodied intention.
Josii Yakecan
Josii Yakecan is a Brazilian medicine music singer-songwriter whose work blends Afro‑Brazilian chants, global spiritual influences, and deep reverence for nature. With a soothing yet powerful voice, she crafts immersive soundscapes that are designed for healing ceremonies, cacao rituals, and ecstatic gatherings. A seasoned traveler and curator of ritual music, she weaves ancestral rhythms and chants into participatory performances that invite listeners into heart-opening experiences and communal transformation.
Gustavito
Gustavito (Gustavo Amaral) is a Brazilian singer-songwriter and medicine music artist from Minas Gerais, known for blending Brazilian Popular Music with spiritual and ancestral influences. His work fuses traditional rhythms, folk, and subtle electronic textures to create ceremonial soundscapes for healing, dance, and connection. With performances across Brazil, Europe, and the Americas, Gustavito offers participatory musical journeys that invite presence, community, and transformation through song.
ESSENTIALS
Join us in this magical forest location: The Shanti Space, Quinta Dos Lobos, Mafra
Find yourself held in the arms of nature; amongst ancient native corks and abundant fruit trees, swept up in the enchantment of a forest filled Portuguese valley.
The Shanti Space is a beautiful traditional Quinta set in the forest of a national park. Cocooned by nature, our neighbours are an Iberian Wolf Sanctuary, the Tapada de Mafra where many animals like deer, wild boar and owls also reside.
ACCOMMODATION IS NOT AVAILABLE FOR THIS EVENT. WE RECOMMEND CAMPERS STAY IN BEACH TOWN ERICIERA!
☾TRAVEL
Liftshare: In the spirit of community, if you have spaces in your car or need a ride please support by joining the whatsapp group
If it's your first time, please be aware that GPS takes cars the wrong way. Turn off the N8 at Vale da Guarda down the bumpy track to the location.
Use this in GPS and then follow the track to the end and you will reach The Shanti Space
☾ TICKETS
€40 Pre-book
€50 on the door
10% of all profits go directly to supporting communities impacted by the natural disasters in Brazil
Children under 12 are welcome free.
☾ BRING
Your cacao cup, instrument, any crystals you may wish to charge on the alter, water bottles & blanket for rest / extra comfort.
Note: we do not welcome pets
