What is it?:
Burning Man is a week-long annual event in the Black Rock Desert in northern Nevada, described as an experiment in community, art, and radical self-expression. It takes its name from the ritual burning of a large wooden effigy, which is set alight on Saturday evening.
Resources & Information:
- Official Site: Burning Man
- Ticket Page: Burning Man Tickets
- Helpful Information: Survival Guide
- When is it?: August - September
- Location: Black Rock City, Nevada
- Transportation: Best to car pool or take the Burner Express bus pool
- What To Bring: For a full list of gear & how to get it, see our Burning Man Resource Guide
- Inspiration: Not sure if you should go to Burning Man? Read our blog post To Burn Or Not To Burn: Your Burning Man Scorecard for more insights & to help you decide whether to go for it.
Helpful Tips:
- Plan & prepare -- Bring plenty of water, food, sun protection, layers of clothing (it'll be hot in the day and cool at night).
- Costumes -- Don't be afraid to wear an outlandish, colorful, and/or revealing costume. This is part of the fun & eclectic atmosphere that you'll only find at Burning Man. Google Burning Man images to get ideas & inspiration.
- Don't be a "sparkle pony" -- Someone who is unprepared and becomes a burden to other camps.
- Lights -- Make sure to bring and use lots of lights, both for expression and for safety at night.
- Fun -- Participate in experiences, have fun, express yourself!
- Unplug -- Be prepared to be unplugged with no Internet or phone access and enjoy the freedom!
- Give and receive -- Embrace the sharing community.
- Leave no trace behind -- Take out every little thing you brought in with you.
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