Registration Opens April 2, 3pm GMT / 10AM EST

Your Invitation, by Jacob Collier

My friends! I am unspeakably excited to invite you all – once again – to the HIDEAWAY RETREAT!

I had a feeling last summer, before our inaugural year began, that we were in for something special altogether. What I had NOT anticipated fully was just how life-changing those four days would end up being for me personally. What began as an experiment became a fully fledged community… a living, breathing organism that moved me in ways I’m still processing. The conversations that spilled into the night, the jams that nobody planned, the moments of connection…

Your Invitation, by Jacob Collier

My friends! I am unspeakably excited to invite you all – once again – to the HIDEAWAY RETREAT!

I had a feeling last summer, before our inaugural year began, that we were in for something special altogether. What I had NOT anticipated fully was just how life-changing those four days would end up being for me personally. What began as an experiment became a fully fledged community… a living, breathing organism that moved me in ways I’m still processing. The conversations that spilled into the night, the jams that nobody planned, the moments of connection that happened between strangers who spoke the same life-language without knowing it… ’twas special beyond words. My first question on leaving was “WHEN CAN WE DO THIS AGAIN?”.

So here we are, at the dawn of our second year! This time, we’re bringing it to Italy. In gorgeous August, between 8th-12th, 2026, in amongst a stunning 600-acre estate in the hills of Tuscany, we shall meet once again for a joyous few days of community, creativity and connection.

Whoever you are – old or young – singer, instrumentalist, songwriter, producer, or simply open-hearted music lover – you are incredibly welcome. The sessions I’m curating alongside my own will hold a beautifully broad scope of wisdom and exploration from some of the most inspiring and deep-reaching creative human beings I know. This year’s faculty is truly out of this world, and I cannot wait to introduce you to them.

Music is the closest thing I know to magic – and what a joy it will be, alongside all of you, to dive deeper into the language of it in such an enchanted place as this.

I’ll see you in Italy.

A presto!

Love
Jacob

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Music fans, players, and enthusiasts of all ages, skill levels, and interests are welcome!

Jacob Collier’s Hideaway is a 4-day event for musicians and music lovers of all ages, levels, interests, and tastes to explore the creative process and the art of making music. This year, it takes place from August 8th to 12th 2026, on the stunning 600-acre Il Ciocco estate in the hills of Tuscany, Italy.

Each day is filled with masterclasses, workshops, and small breakout sessions curated by Jacob and a handpicked group of world-class musicians known as the Faculty, covering everything from harmony and improvisation to songwriting, production, and performance. Evenings bring live concerts and spontaneous musical collaborations, giving you the chance to play, create, connect, or just soak it all in.

You don’t need to be a professional musician to be here. Sessions are designed for all levels, from curious beginners to experienced players. Whether you love to play, listen, or learn – everyone shares a love of music and the curiosity to go deeper. Join fellow music lovers of all ages (participants 15 and under must be accompanied by an adult) for a joy-driven, one-of-a-kind musical retreat you won’t want to miss.

All activities at Hideaway will be conducted in English.

Your Registration Includes:

  • Exclusive, one-of-a-kind performances every evening by Jacob and the Faculty legends.
  • Daily masterclasses every day, led by Jacob, across a plethora of musical themes.
  • Intimate breakout sessions on specific topics, led by Jacob and the Faculty covering an array of topics for you to choose from.
  • Access to Jam-rooms filled with drum kits, keyboards, mics and amps for late night music creating!
  • 4 nights of accommodation at either of the two hotels on the mountain.
  • Delicious and nutritious meals: breakfast, lunch & dinner covered.
  • A Hideaway goodie bag and signed memento from Jacob

Not Included In Basic Registration – Available Add-Ons

  • Additional nights of accommodation at your selected hotel on site.
  • Ground Transport from Pisa, Milan, or Florence Airport.
  • Alcohol
  • Sightseeing activities in the area

Schedule

Jacob Collier’s Hideaway will begin August 8th around 1 PM and concludes on August 12th after breakfast.

Below is a sample schedule of how a typical day at Jacob Collier’s Hideaway may run. A full schedule will be announced in the weeks leading up to the retreat. Schedule is subject to change.

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Typical Day

  • Breakfast

    Morning Wiggle

    Faculty Breakouts Sessions

    Jacob’s Masterclass

    Lunch

    Faculty Breakouts Sessions

    Exploration Time / Jacob Led Panels (depending on the day)

    Dinner

    Jacob and Friends concert

    Camper Jams

Meet the Faculty

The Faculty

Chris Thile

Suzie Collier

Larry Goldings

Wallis Bird

Ben Bloomberg

Gina Chick

Barak Schmool

Julian Lage

Jason Singh

ONE MOUNTAIN, TWO HAVENS

The Hideaway Retreat takes place on a breathtaking 600-acre private estate nestled in the Tuscan countryside — rolling hills, vineyards, olive groves, and centuries of history in every direction.

Campers will have the choice of two accommodation offerings: Base Camp (Renaissance Hotel) and Woodland Heights (Il Ciocco Hotel).

⭐️ All daytime activities, concerts, lunch and dinner are held at Base Camp.
🍳 Breakfast is served at Base Camp for those staying there, and near the Chalets for campers residing in Woodland Heights.
🚌 Complimentary shuttle service runs regularly between Woodland Heights <> Woodland Breakfast & Woodland Heights <> Base Camp throughout the retreat.
Upon checkout, you have the option to pay in full or two 50% installments, with 50% due at checkout and the remaining 50% due on July 1st, 2026.

Commuter Packages are now available!

BASE CAMP

RENAISSANCE HOTEL

The epicenter of all things Hideaway; masterclasses, faculty breakouts, jam rooms, breakfast, lunch and dinner. Perfect for those who want to roll out of the bed in the morning at the last possible minute. No shuttle needed once you're on site.

Renaissance Hotel exterior
Hotel room
Hotel dining
Hotel pool

ROOMING OPTIONS

  • Single Rooms
  • Couple Rooms
  • Duo Twin Rooms
  • Accessible Rooms (only available at Base Camp)

From €2,999

BROWSE Base Camp PACKAGES

WOODLAND HEIGHTS

IL CIOCCO HOTEL

A 5-10 minute drive away from Base Camp, perched in the middle of the woods, surrounded by trails and greenery. Perfect for those who like to be in nature and find some tranquil respite after classes.
Complimentary shuttle service runs from 8am to 2am

Woodland exterior
Chalet interior
Dining Area
College Twin

ROOMING OPTIONS

  • Single Rooms
  • Couple Rooms
  • Duo Twin Rooms
  • Triple Twin Rooms
  • Friends & Family Chalets & Cottages

From €2,299

BROWSE Woodland Heights PACKAGES

I live in the area – can I commute?

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Travel Directions

Il Ciocco, The Living Mountain

Website
Renaissance Hotel

Address
Via Giovanni Pascoli,
55051 Castelvecchio Pascoli
LU, Italy

Website
Il Ciocco Hotels

Address
Località Il Ciocco,
55051 Barga
LU, Italy

Instrument Travel

FAA Rules - Bringing Musical Instruments on Flights

Nearest Airports

  • Pisa International Airport — approximately 1-hour drive (closest)
  • Florence Airport — approximately 90 minutes
  • Milan — directly accessible from most major airports; approximately 3-hour drive

Dreamcatcher Events can provide ground transport to and from all three airports as an add-on to your order.

Dreamcatcher Events would like to thank Roland/Boss Intruments and EV Electro-Voice for their ongoing support.