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• Olympia, WA
ism is a multi-day, multi-venue festival in Olympia, WA showcasing experimental music, film, and performance art. Our mission is to uplift underground and fringe creative communities through curated chaos and collaboration.
ISM 2026 wrapped September 11–13 — thank you to everyone who played, volunteered, hosted and came out. Listen to the 2026 performers:
Scenes from ISM 2025. Click to enlarge. View full archive →
ism runs on volunteer labor, in-kind support, and community generosity. Help us keep underground art accessible in Olympia.
