RISE Festival Partners With Globally Renowned Tao Group Hospitality To Unveil "The Sanctuary"

Spacious VIP tables with premium bottle service on elevated viewing terraces take the RISE experience to even greater heights

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LAS VEGAS, July 17, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- In celebration of its milestone 10th anniversary, RISE Festival is proud to unveil The Sanctuary, a collection of luxury viewing terraces with VIP tables and premium tableside bottle service in collaboration with Tao Group Hospitality, global leaders in luxury nightlife, premium hospitality, and culinary innovation.

This luxury VIP offering brings Tao Group Hospitality's iconic nightlife experience into the heart of the Mojave Desert. With elevated viewing terraces, The Sanctuary provides unparalleled views of The Horizon, one of the largest music festival stages in the country, where guests can enjoy performances by RÜFÜS DU SOL, Calvin Harris, John Mayer, Disclosure, Goose and Ben Böhmer.

"We have built Tao Group Hospitality on the idea that celebration can be meaningful; RISE embodies that same belief," shares Jason Strauss, Co-CEO of Tao Group Hospitality. "The Sanctuary is about more than customized table service, it is about elevating the moment, curating connection, and offering something unforgettable in this iconic location."

The Sanctuary experience includes:

• Over 40 premium VIP tables available each evening
• Full evening reservations offering an uninterrupted hospitality experience
• Curated bottle service packages
• Unique Tao Group Hospitality moments throughout the night, exclusive to The Sanctuary

The Sanctuary is an oasis of design, service, and connection where every VIP table becomes a front-row seat to world-class musical performances in an incredible outdoor setting.

"RISE is about creating unforgettable moments and meaningful connections," adds Ashley Goodhue-White, President and COO of RISE Festival. "With Tao Group Hospitality, we are adding another layer to that experience—one that is grounded in excellence, presence, and elevated celebration."

Reservations & Access:

• VIP table service is open to all guests who reserve through RISEFestival.com/vip-tables/
• Pricing follows a table minimum structure with associated fees
• Table packages are on sale now, with limited availability for each night of the festival

The partnership with Tao Group Hospitality adds an elevated new chapter to the RISE Festival 2025 story, returning to the Mojave Desert October 3 through October 5, featuring an award-winning musical lineup including RÜFÜS DU SOL, Calvin Harris, John Mayer, Disclosure, Goose, Ben Böhmer, Elderbrook, Oliver Heldens, LP Giobbi, Patrick Watson, Ry X, Emmit Fenn, Coco & Breezy, RIVO, Forester, City of the Sun, Eduard Castillo, and Carrie Keller alongside immersive art installations and the world's largest sky lantern ceremony.

RISE offers several VIP ticket packages allowing guests to customize their experience. Ticket packages are selling fast, and demand is accelerating. Fans are encouraged to reserve their table now before all three nights sell out. Silver, Gold, Platinum, and Diamond packages are available now at www.RISEfestival.com.

About RISE Festival

Founded in 2014, RISE is the world's largest sky lantern festival featuring a collective celebration that blends art, music, and light in an unforgettable shared experience in the Mojave Desert south of Las Vegas. Returning for its 10th anniversary October 3rd, 4th, and 5th, 2025, RISE is a luminous celebration of light, sound, and soul, bringing people together in a shared journey of elevation and joy. As a non-profit charitable event, RISE is a collective art project dedicated to advancing the arts through education, appreciation, and financial support for artists around the world. Visit www.RISEfestival.com for more information.

About Tao Group Hospitality

Tao Group Hospitality delivers distinctive culinary and premium entertainment experiences through its portfolio of restaurants, nightclubs, lounges, and daylife venues. Tao Group Hospitality acquired Hakkasan Group in April 2021. The combined company operates over 80 branded locations in over 20 markets across four continents and features a collection of widely recognized hospitality brands. These include TAO, Hakkasan, Crane Club, OMNIA, Marquee, LAVO, Beauty & Essex, Yauatcha, Ling Ling, Cathédrale, Little Sister, The Highlight Room, Sake No Hana, Jewel, and more. Tao Group Hospitality is part of Mohari Hospitality, a global investment firm with a focus in luxury lifestyle and hospitality investments. Learn more at www.taogroup.com.

SOURCE RISE Festival