FAQs
Don’t see an answer to your question?
Email us at bash@dashstudio.net
What is The Dash Bash?
The Dash Bash is an animation and motion design festival happening in Raleigh, NC on June 11th through 13th, 2025. There will be two days of speakers, hangouts, and parties with an optional third of of workshops.
What does a ticket to The Dash Bash get me?
Your ticket covers two full days of speakers on June 12th and 13th, 2025 with drinks in between sessions, and admission to after parties.
Why doesn’t the ticket cover workshops as well?
In short, it’s expensive to put on a festival and the workshops require additional costs.
Are tickets refundable?
Conference and workshop tickets are non-refundable.
Where should I stay? Are there room blocks?
Yes! Here are the room blocks and hotels we have reserved for the event:
Hampton Inn and Suites
600 Glenwood Ave Raleigh, NC
Group Booking Link: Dash Bash 2025 (hilton.com)
Tempo by Hilton Raleigh/Downtown
200 W Davie St, Raleigh, NC 27601
Dash Bash 2025 Booking Link-Tempo Raleigh Downtown
Homewood Suites by Hilton Raleigh/Downtown
200 W Davie St Suite A, Raleigh, NC 27601
Dash Bash 2025 Booking Link-Homewood Suites Raleigh Downtown
AC Marriott
9 Glenwood Avenue Raleigh, North Carolina, USA, 27603
What is there to do in Raleigh, NC?
There is a lot to do around Raleigh, and in the coming months, we will have a page dedicated to activities, food, and accommodations in the area. Until then, take a look at the Visit Raleigh and Discover Durham webpages for some helpful tidbits and our recent blog post on Things To Do In Raleigh.
How do I get around the city?
The entire festival will be walkable, but if you need a ride, Ubers and Lyfts are both widely available and we also have a bus system called GoRaleigh as well if you prefer to stay outside the city. For those looking to explore the state of North Carolina, we would suggest renting a car as it’s the best method for getting around.
What’s the schedule for The Bash?
We will release a detailed schedule closer to the event date, but they will be full-day affairs from approximately 8 AM - 7 PM with events in the evenings. The schedule for the workshop on June 11th, 2025 can be found on the workshop page.
Are meals included?
We will have coffee and drinks available during portions of the event but you will be responsible for your own food. Raleigh has a world-renowned food scene and we will publish a list of our favorite restaurants closer to the event.
What’s Raleigh’s weather like in June?
Typically our June weather is sunny with highs around 83ºF (28ºC) and lows around 68ºF (20ºC).
Will we be live streaming the event?
No, but the event will be recorded and released after.