In 1996, Lasse Ek had the inspiration to create a place where people could meet to explore who we humans are beyond thoughts and concepts, celebrate life, and live together in harmony with each other and the rest of the living world. 

Lasse bought Ängsbacka, and with the help of a group of enthusiastic friends (many of whom are now in the “Circle of Elders”) the first No Mind festival was created. This sparked the spirit of Ängsbacka, which continues with “welcome home to yourself” as its theme nearly three decades later. We have welcomed tens of thousands of guests during this time, and we hope that this will be true for many years to come.
In 2008 Ängsbacka became a non-profit membership organization, the Ängsbacka Economic Association, which now has around 400 members.

The Association holds Ängsbacka AB (the course and festival center business) and this legal structure allows it to continue without the uncertainty of private ownership. The Association members, via the board, decide the Vision, Mission, and Aim (VMA) for the entire organization. While the daily operations of the courses and festivals held throughout the year are run internally through Ängsbacka AB, members of the Association also organize other ways to fulfill the VMA, such as Community Weekends.

Read the full Vision, Mission & Aim
Read the (föreningsstadga) Statues of Ängsbacka association – föreningsstadga (This is a legal document, available in Swedish only, use an online translator as needed).

Why be a member?

As a member you can involve yourself as much or as little as you desire. Involvement can be anything ranging from solely being a financial contributor, to dedicating your time and energy by being an active part in projects, petitions and discussions, and of course, a participant in our course and festival offerings. We invite you to be part of our community, and to give what your heart desires to give!

As a member you can bring suggestions and petitions for the improvement of Ängsbacka to the Association Board, which represents you in upholding Ängsbacka’s vision, mission and aim. If your suggestion is connected with operations of Ängsbacka AB, it will be forwarded to the appropriate team there. If you have a petition/proposal connected with the VMA or new activities for the Association, The Board will read, evaluate, and direct your proposal as appropriate.

In addition to the satisfaction of supporting Ängsbacka, benefits of membership include:

• discounts in our cafe
• the ability to stay onsite for a very reasonable price (more info below)
• 20% discount on festival tickets for those living within 50 km of Ängsbacka
• 1000 SEK discount on Community Weekends

Once you’re a member, we welcome you to join us in our private Ängsbacka Members Association community, where you can create or join a sharing group, participate in live events, share photos and inspirations, connect with members in your area, and keep your connection with Ängsbacka alive even when you’re not nearby.

Visit Ängsbacka

Depending on availability, members are welcome to visit Ängsbacka as a guest during any time of the year when we are not hosting a festival or other big event.

Our active working community of around 50 people shares space here, eating together and doing different activities and workshops every day. Joining us as a guest is a beautiful way to take a break from everyday life, and to refuel at your “home away from home” for a few days.

The cost is 300 SEK per night, including all meals and activities. You can stay a maximum of 7 nights in a row. Bring your own sheets and towels, or rent for 150 SEK per person. Remember that you need to contact us in advance to book and pay for your stay, as we need to make sure that we have space for you.

All adults connected to the guest booking should preferably be Association members. If the Booking Office agrees that a non-member can accompany you, their cost will be the full fee per night according to our current price list. Non-members cannot book guest nights on their own. With the agreement of the Booking Office you may bring along children/youth under 18 yrs of age. The price is 100 SEK per night for a child/youth accompanying you.

To book and pay for your stay please contact us here.