Born Vegan & WOOP Life Present:
THRIVE ALIVE VEGAN FEST!
It all began with…
A very similar dream that Sarina & Erin both shared to create a brand new, truly special festival!
Sarina & Erin met at a fruit festival & bonded over their love of community, conscious living, veganism & transformational events! With a lot of experience both attending & working at many festivals & events over the years, they both carried a vision to take their favorite elements of each of these experiences to create a brand new festival!
One that would be filled with a beautiful community, deep connection, magical music, delicious food, laughter, sober partying, summer camp vibes, eco friendly goodness & be fully immersed in & one with nature!
…This vision, a TON of passion, plus a billion hours of hard work & Thrive Alive was born!
OUR MISSION:
Thrive Alive Vegan Fest is a transformational, substance-free celebration of life, veganism, health, sustainability & commUNITY! Our mission is to inspire individuals to embrace a compassionate, plant-based lifestyle while fostering authentic connections in a supportive, inclusive space. Through interactive workshops, engaging presentations, live music & joyful activities, we create a high-vibe environment where compassion, growth & sustainability thrive - leaving everyone feeling high on life, energized & inspired to live their healthiest, most connected, & joyful lives, all while contributing to a thriving planet for all beings!
OUR CORE VALUES:
VEGANISM
Empowering compassionate choices & a lifestyle that respects all beings.
SOBRIETY
Embracing ways to get high on life without any substances.
FUN
Unleashing our inner child & celebrating life with joy & playfulness.
COMMUNITY & CONNECTION
Cultivating authentic connections in a welcoming, inclusive environment.
HOLISTIC HEALTH
Nourishing the mind, body & soul with movement, mindfulness & plant-based nutrition.
SUSTAINABILITY
Living in harmony with nature & fostering ecological balance on earth.
Meet Sarina from Born Vegan!
Meet Sarina from Born Vegan!
Hi, I'm Sarina! A holistic vegan educator & coach, TEDx Speaker & Co-Creator of Thrive Alive Fest!
I was born & raised vegan in Kansas, which taught me at a young age to think for myself & align my actions with my values, even when it’s unpopular. While I became comfortable with being the odd one out when I was young - I always felt like I truly THRIVED & could really step into my joy & authenticity in several vegan communities & spaces where I got to be “normal” for a little bit & connect deeply with people of all ages who shared my vegan values & embraced compassion for all beings.
These little beautiful pockets of connection & belonging, kept me grounded through the years & have been a huge support & inspiration in my current work to empower people to live vegan through creating welcoming, fun & supportive vegan events & communities! I’m thrilled to finally be taking this work to the next level with Thrive Alive!
At Born Vegan, in addition to community organizing, I use my lifetime of experience with veganism to take a holistic approach combining both practical nutrition & lifestyle tips with addressing the social & emotional aspect of going vegan to help people thrive on plants. I’m honored to provide support to anyone, anywhere, on their journey towards living a vibrant, happy & healthy life without hurting animals.
When I’m not behind my computer working or traveling around the country speaking - you can find me at the gym, running outside & soaking up the sun, attempting to grow food (veganically!), dancing my heart out to some EDM music, or most likely potlucking it with friends & cooking and sharing delicious vegan food on my living room floor.
Meet Erin from WOOP Life!
Meet Erin from WOOP Life!
Aloha! I’m Erin, the heart & soul behind WOOP Life & Co-Creator of Thrive Alive Fest! 🤗
I absolutely LOVE fun, authentic connection & helping people rediscover (or keep embracing!) the joy of getting high on life - no substances needed! After 9 years of sobriety, I made a bold move to leave my career & launch a sober party business & that’s how WOOP Life was born! WOOP Life events are a joyful fusion of silent disco dancing & authentic relating connection games, all designed to unleash your inner child, deepen your relationship to yourself & others & spark genuine community connection. I’m all about creating unforgettable moments & a sense of true belonging & I’m beyond excited to bring that energy into the creation of our Thrive Alive family!
I’ve been vegan for over 15 years, a journey that began the moment I fell in love with my dog Chops & realized I could no longer justify loving one animal while eating others. That awakening changed everything & inspired a lifelong commitment to compassion, health & conscious living! 🐶💚🌎
I love connecting with all kinds of fabulous beings & hold a special place in my heart for those in recovery, a journey I believe that is all about returning to wholeness in mind, body & soul. I’m here to hold space & support that path with love, laughter & funky dance moves! 💃💛
When I’m not throwing these soul-syncing parties, I love teaching AcroYoga & Thai Yoga Therapy, playing improv games & hosting substance-free vegan retreats. I’m super passionate about staying active & adore riding my bike, singing my heart out, hiking in the forest, playing sports, running barefoot in the rain, visiting new vegan restaurants & traveling the world - especially in my bright orange Jeep, Sweet Citrus (Beep Beep WOOP WOOP!). 🚴♀️🌍🧡
I’m honored & absolutely thrilled to help co-create an unforgettable, magical experience at our first-ever THRIVE ALIVE VEGAN FEST!!! 🎶🌿 This is just the beginning & I’m so stoked to meet all of you in September!
LOVE YOU & THANK YOU for joining us on this incredible adventure! 💫🙏