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Tradition · North America

Burning Man

The world's foremost experiment in temporary community, art and self-expression.

Black Rock Desert, Nevada, United States · Aug 30 - Sep 7 2026

WHY IT MATTERS

The world's foremost experiment in temporary community, art and self-expression.

THE NIGHT

What you’re here for

  • Art cars
  • sound camps
  • the Temple
  • the Man burn
BASE CAMP

Where to stay

  • Camp in Black Rock City (theme camps)
BETWEEN IT ALL

What to eat

  • Bring all food/water (gifting economy)
BEFORE YOU BOOK

Know before you go

  • Theme 'Axis Mundi'; tickets via tiered sales; radical self-reliance
QUICK ANSWERS

The practical bits

when is burning man 2027

Typically Aug 30 - Sep 7 2026. Next edition: 30 August 2026. Dates are set.

burning man ticket sale dates

Typically Aug 30 - Sep 7 2026. Next edition: 30 August 2026. Dates are set.

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