2026 marks the 23rd anniversary of Critical Northwest. Throughout the years, our devoted community of volunteers and citizens have embodied the essence of Burning Man in Washington, blending the art, excitement, and creativity of the Playa with the enchantment and natural beauty of the Pacific Northwest. It's a place to get a taste of Burner culture – Featuring art, DJs, fire performances, live music, theme camps, workshops, and, of course, a fire conclave & burn. Critical Northwest is an event sponsored by Ignition Northwest, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit with a mission to fuel the community through participatory arts, events, and education.

Lakes of Fire is the Great Lakes Region’s official Burning Man Regional Event and is conducted in accordance with the 10 Principles. It is an annual collaborative celebration of art and community, steeped in friendship, fire, and wonder. This event will be created for you, and by you – your creativity, art, and relentless enthusiasm are what makes it happen. Without you, there is no home to return to!

What If is the Greater Vancouver Interactive Arts Society's (GVIAS) Official Burning Man Regional event for Greater Vancouver and British Columbia. Now in its 24th year, our community of participants and volunteers has been embodying the 10 Principles of Burning Man in BC since 2002. Each summer, around 2,000 people gather in Merritt, BC to co-create a temporary world built on radical participation, featuring interactive art, theme camps, workshops, live music, and performances. There are no spectators here, only co-creators. GVIAS is a nonprofit society with a mission to support participatory arts and culture across the region.