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2024 Archive

A Confederacy of Dunces

We’re a New Orleans based BIPOC and Queer welcoming group hailing from New Orleans, North Carolina, New York, Massachusetts, California, Oregon, Texas, Washington, DC, Alaska, Virginia, Kentucky, Africa, England, Brisbane, Australia, Belarus and South Africa.

Hometown: New Orleans

A Medium Place

Welcome to an impermanent realm of mediocre existence curated especially for Burning Man. Our uninspired camp is the not-so-premiere destination for unexpectedly disappointing experiences and half-assed fuckery; the metaphorical handy, where no one fucks yer Burn.

Hometown: Portland

A Shack of Sit

Would you like to go down the rabbit hole into infinity? Do you feel like belting out a song? Are you looking for a great spot to sit, grab some cold water, and watch the world go by while getting your nails painted, or your hair braided?
Are you looking for the Mensa Camp? We will be waiting for you at 9:45 & Esplanade.

Hometown: San Jose, California U.S.A.

A Transformation Station

Explore, Engage, Evolve: Transformation Amidst the Magic of Burning Man.

Discover a world where transformative experiences and interactive art merge to create a sanctuary of healing, reflection, and communal celebration. Dive into classes or workshops during the day and co-create collective narratives that envision a future of interconnectedness and environmental consciousness. Join us to embrace a journey of self-discovery, connection, and personal growth, set against a backdrop of music, meditation, and the magic of shared experiences!

Hometown: New York

A-PLAYA-MASK

Breathe easy with the Maskman’s quality N-95 Dusk Masks with the non toxic psychedelic Burning Man logo. And don’t forget our Breathe Easy nose plugs, BM Stickers, and Pins.

Hometown: Santa Monica

Ab Avo and Therapy Tea

Ab Avo and Therapy Tea is your place for the avocado toast and hot tea in the morning. Come by and enjoy 100 avocado toasts serving with hot tea Mon-Fri every morning on the first come first served basis!
We’re also facilitating therapy workshops teaching how to live a happier life. Check the schedule to find the one that works for you the best and come join our high vibes!

URL: https://www.instagram.com/abavotherapytea/ Hometown: San Francisco

Abraxas Camp

Home of the Abraxas Dragon Art Car

URL: https://abraxasdragon.com/ Hometown: San Diego

Abstininthe

The friendly bar on the playa, providing our special drink to the thirsty of BRC since the last millennium. Come try our many flavors and enjoy the music, ambiance and conversation of our neighborhood bar.

URL: https://www.facebook.com/abstininthe/ Hometown: Oakland

Academy of Arts and Sciences

We’re the scientists who are artists. And the artists with a passion for science. We can show you how a crystal is born, and then teach you to make wearable art with it. Want to look at the sun? Want to look at the sun and NOT go blind? We got you, and we’ll even paint you up once you’re done. Want to learn more about drug tests, or have a question for an OB/GYN? Stop on by for our lively and interesting debate and educational sessions. Feel like pursuing gallery worthy photos of Burning Man through the years? The Academy is the place to be You can also just kick back in the shade, trade a bad idea for a bad drink, and relax at the Bad Idea Bar – worst bar on the Playa (since 2010!).

URL: https://www.facebook.com/brcbismuthcrystals Hometown: Gig Harbor

Acorn Oasis

Are you as nuts about Squirrels as we are?! If these mischievous charmers and their playful antics bring you joy, then scurry over to Acorn Oasis! Explore our 24-hour one-of-a-kind Squirrel Museum, a hilarious tribute to the most renowned and significant squirrels throughout history. Dash over to our daily Squirrell Soirees to enjoy a glass of Bushy Tail Brew and immerse yourself in our playful Squirrel Playground, teeming with games that will test your agility and wit. At Acorn Oasis, we’re all about celebrating the playful spirit of squirrels, so come and get squirrely with us!

Hometown: Long Beach, CA

AdramaNation

AdramaNation is an all inclusive and diverse camp focusing on a drama free and fun filled burn. Engaging workshops, delicious delicacies, hydration, art, weddings, burnercise, and good company are to be found with us. Whether you need a safe space to escape your drama or a place to meet new friends, you’re always welcome here.

URL: https://camp-adramanation.squarespace.com/ Hometown: New Orleans

AerialKnotics

We teach, we share, we tie people up, we impact with pleasure. Our passion is gifting our BDSM knowledge including beginner to intermediate rope bondage and impact play classes, aerial bondage Shibari performances, and daily meditation with a Kinky Monk. Waste your precious time in our dungeon… please BYOFUT (Bring Your Own Fucked Up Toys).

URL: https://aerialknotics.com Hometown: Seattle

Afterglow

Hometown: East Bay Area

Afterglow Lounge & Spa

A communal space of nurturement where wandering burners can rejuvenate, relax and recharge. A caring place where burners can restore and reignite their radiant glow. Come to enjoy the spa, grab a drink and relax at the lounge, or get weird to the sound of our beats to show off that new sexy glow!

Hometown: Los Angeles

Agaric argileh

Art Support Camp for Agaric argileh

Hometown: Salt Lake City, UT

Aikido

Hometown: Johannesburg

Airpusher Collective

The Airpusher camp is the port from which our fantastical airship begins and ends her voyages. Join us for music and joy. Check our event schedule and meet us at camp prior to our published airship rides to playa and beyond.

Hometown: Oakland

Airstreameri and What Not

Home to Playa’s Best Postcards! Come craft unique art cards to gift back to the default world. Experience our giant mind-melting kaleidoscope, the VIXToscope! Photo booth, Yard games, Live 80s music & libations!

Hometown: Genoa, Nevada

Alborz

If you find yourself parched and disoriented, listen carefully. Follow the melody and you may just stumble across camp Alborz. We’ll be happy to nurture your body and soul before we send you back off to find the next adventure.

URL: https://www.campalborz.org Hometown: New York

Alchemy Stop

Alchemy Stop is a dusty sanctuary for anyone to enjoy a quiet musical retreat with a cold hand-made limoncello in hand. Look for our open bar and block printing stations – we will be welcoming you with open arms.

Hometown: San Francisco

Alice in Slumberland

It’s finally our year! The oldest Alice themed bar on the playa is back, but much less Alice-themed than you’d expect!

Known for intricate cocktails and zany decor, this year the bar returns with an extra small bar, an extremely obvious speakeasy, and a bicycle drink and drive through.
We offer our classic chill lounge with Tarot readings open every afternoon (relaxing space open always).
In the evenings our drink and drive through becomes a community firepit and fire dancing space, come have conversations with your neighbours.

But careful, you might get trapped in a net if you don’t pass our arbitrary DUI checks.

Hometown: Santa Rosa

Alma Burekas

Moroccan atmosphere with Middle Eastern influence. An open bar serving signature cocktails every evening from sunset to dark, accompanied by our legendary burekas, and mint tea to warm you up at night.

Hometown: Los Angeles

Altepetl

Altepetl mutant vehicle support camp

Hometown: Mexico City

Alter Ego

Camp ALTER EGO creates experiences through art that challenge and expand one’s sense of self.

URL: https://www.alteregocamp.com Hometown: Reno

Alternative Energy Zone

A camp where you can come learn about how you can create a solar system to take care of your power needs large or small. 11am daily. Get a cocktail or pancakes, learn to figure draw and even get a positive attitude adjustment. We have Wifi gifted from the BM Org, shade and technical support from Solar to Excel…

Hometown: Reno, NV

Altitude Lounge

Come lounge on our tower overlooking the playa and see what you helped create while enjoying our down-tempo beats at sunset!

URL: https://www.facebook.com/loungeluv Hometown: Boise

Always Open

Look out for black lights and a big OPEN sign! Come say hello!

Hometown: Lake Tahoe, CA

AMAZONE

AmaZONE Wisdom Camp is inspired by the power of the largest river in the world. We started out as a Brazilian camp and, in that way, we honor our South American heritage. We see each of the 10 principles of Burning Man reflected and encapsulated in every water molecule: inclusive, self-reliant, participative, immediate… Like water, like life. We are a hub of people who get together to reinforce our beliefs and share our studies.We like to provide experiences so people can contemplate water and the natural forces that rule existence. We are a tool for awakening. We bring up practices to heal our body and soul and by doing that we heal the whole. Be water, my friend.

Hometown: PORTO ALEGRE

Amber Dust

Pagan vibes, sizzling sausages, the fun is here!

URL: https://amberdustcamp.wixsite.com/amber-dust-camp Hometown: Los Angeles

Amour Inn

Welcome to Amour Inn, a camp that radiates love in the heart of the Black Rock Desert. Our cozy lounge area, illuminated by twinkling lights, invites you to unwind and connect with others. Together, we celebrate the power of community and sharing. We’ll be running contact improvisation classes and serving holistic drinks in a shaded area with enchanted tunes playing in the background. Come visit us at Amour Inn and experience the warmth and connection of our loving community!

Hometown: San Francisco, London

Amulet

The Curious cross into the dome, and The Curiousor find the answers. At our Amulet table, you’ll be gifted a brass dog tag; pre-stamped with the Burning Man symbol. Our highly skilled Amulet Counselors will guide and inspire you to make your mark, and answer the great pressing questions of your life as you customize your Amulet. Using metal stamping tools you can add names, numbers, symbols, astrological signs, and Viking runes. After you have all the answers, we’ll put your Amulet on a necklace, keychain or bracelet for you when you’re finished.

Hometown: Wonderland

And Then There's Only Love

Home of the world famous Orgy Dome – where couples & moresomes of all orientations are invited to come and play. We welcome the combination of love in all forms.

We’re a sex-positive, inclusionary, and exploratory space that’s been a place of fire, fun, and passion since 2003.

Everyone wishing to enter the Orgy Dome receives a detailed orientation covering Informed Enthusiastic Consent. Remember, anything other than an enthusiastic YES means NO!

Our (relatively) dust free and air conditioned space is designed for people to experience social sexuality in a safe and respectful way. We have a ‘Just Us’ and an ‘Open to More’ section – so monogamous & non-monogamous folks are all welcome.

And check out our daily workshops on many different sex-positive topics.

URL: https://andthentheresonlylove.com/ Hometown: Los Angeles

Android Oasis

Android Oasis offers a refreshing and reinvigorating respite from the heat and harshness of the playa. We offer a staffed “brain & body spa” with multiple areas to take a load off and be treated to cold refreshments and body work. Come by for misting, massage, mindful music, and a mental break. Stay for the vibes, vines, and vivacious community!

URL: https://instagram.com/androidoasis Hometown: Los Angeles

Apotheosis

4′ x 8′ APOTHEOSIS SIGN IN FRONT OF A 25′ WIDE BY 12′ TALL ARCHED TENT OPEN ON BOTH ENDS.

Hometown: Monkey Hut w/ peeps handing out coffee and fruits

Après Ski Injury

Après Ski Injury is an interactive camp offering an Après-Ski Bar, a Morning Coffee Bar as well as a thrill ride: A ski ramp in the middle of the desert! Our bar is open every afternoon till late night and offers not only drinks, but entertainment, fun games and fire.
You can also ski!

We will have also two major events:

1. The Cryogenic Cocktail Experience, get vodka and gin ice cubes into mixer, frozen at −196 °C (−321 °F; 77 K) with liquid nitrogen live. 6 pm Tuesday. Literally the coolest event on Burning Man!

2. Zam Zam Zam! The biggest Austrian Style Cheers Worldwide. Come and be part of this new world record! 6 pm Thursday.

URL: http://apreskiinjury.com/ Hometown: Vienna

AquaZone Intentional Water Bar

Every Day – Intention infused water tastings by your friendly Watertenders, plus! Nail Polish Stations, Tarot, Conversation, Surrogate Playa Parent/Friend Counselor, 24 hour Hydration Refill Station and self-serve waters of intention. Our bottles of various still and bubbly waters each have a positive word inscribed on them. These bottles infuse the water they contain with the specific energy that each word evokes. Our Watertenders guide you through the AquaZone Intentional Water Bar ritual of choosing your intention for the moment. You decide!

Hometown: Berkeley

Arabella's Lair

Arabella lives here.

Hometown: San Francisco

Arbitrarium

We build this mutant vehicle on playa every year to share a reminder that you should never lose the child like wonder and imagination, nothing is that serious. “it’s all performance Art!” Bill Gilman (Original SOS designer) You can’t take a Giant furry yellow submarine sauntering across the playa with rainbow flowers lights and a crew that’s wearing matching yellow rain gear bibs in the middle of the desert seriously.

Hometown: Joshua Tree

Arcane Spirits

Come cast a love spell or hazard a curse! The cauldron is hot and the spirits are hungry: tarot, theme nights, and magical lore galore. The pointy hat is optional, but thirst is mandatory.

Hometown: Salt Lake City

Arctic Squeeze

Come on by for Cornhole and Treats!

Hometown: Santa Rosa, CA

Arctica Outpost

Arctica Outpost
6:15 and K

Hometown: BRC

Argonauts

Cherish the uncertain, challenge fear, welcome the odd, and seek thyself! The Argonauts bring a unique and infectious spirit which we share across the playa and in conjunction with reenergizing camp activities including our high-noon ArgoDogs and ArgoShine-enhanced induction ceremonies. Besides our Argonaut spirit and noontime hot dogs, our gifts include Argonaut dust, sun & fashion bandanas, temporary Argonaut tattoos, and spiritually-assigned individual Quests for each newly inducted Argonaut for the coming year.

URL: https://www.facebook.com/argonautsunited Hometown: Los Altos Hills

Armageddon Bike Camp

It’s not the end of the world, it’s the safe word! Think Armageddon for all your bike needs. We’ve been providing Bike Love on-playa for about 15 years, and we offer professional bike repair daily. Or fix your own bike at our Public Bike Repair stations, 24×7! We also host great parties, don’t miss our Weds Alley Cat Race and After Party with Funny Bike Demo! Our 28ft dome ‘living room’ / shade structure provides the perfect hang-out space, no matter the weather. Open to visitors 24×7. Drop in any time!

Hometown: Salt Lake City

Arrow Dynamic

Join us at The Arrow Bar each day from 2pm-6pm for drinks and shenanigans
Arrow Party Wednesday night 9pm-12am 4 Mutant Vehicles patched for great sound.
Look for the Arrow 40 feet in the air to guide you home at night

Hometown: Grass Valley

Art Car Camp

on Playa since 1994
a Place to gather and get your issues resolved
To reunite with old friends and make new ones
Gandhi’s Garage for mechanical issues
Barter Bob’s Lost Camp Supplies for Gear

Hometown: Douglas, AZ

Artech

We are a hybrid art support-theme camp. We brought a giant unicorn named #Kokon to the Playa. At our camp, we host stand-up comedy evenings and open mic nights featuring comedians from the CIS region, performing in Russian, Ukrainian, and English. We unite people through laughter and art, creating an unforgettable experience for all participants.

Hometown: Los Angeles

Artery Pavilion

The ARTery is the headquarters of the Burning Man Art Department on playa, located at 6:30 and Esplanade in Black Rock City. It functions as a hub for information about art, as well as a check-in and resource center for artists, helping to facilitate the placement and installation of their art on the playa during the Burning Man event.

URL: https://burningman.org/event/preparation/black-rock-city-guide/infrastructure/the-artery/ Hometown: Black Rock City

Ashram Galactica

The Grand Hotel | Your Home Away From Home Away From Home

Located Directly Above the Center of the Earth

URL: https://ashramgalactica.com/ Hometown: Venice Beach , CA

Astral Headwash

Washing your dusty heads since 1998. Missed you and can’t wait to hug you again! After all, the best hugs are wet hair hugs.

Hometown: Denver

Astral Lab

Lose yourself in a reverie of music. An intimate sound camp for people who like good, unique music to jam out to.

Feel like taking a break? Come watch forgotten films from the VHS era on a large format screen with high quality sound. Or kick back in our furry, air-conditioned VR lounge and explore some crafted spaces. Or take a seat, have a drink, and discuss the day’s explorations in our shaded bar and lounge.

URL: https://sonicdream.org/ Hometown: Long Beach

Astral Outpost

Astral Outpost is a place where the ethereal meets the earthly. We invite you to transcend the ordinary and explore the depths of the cosmos. At Astral Outpost, you may encounter a diverse array of beings – stargazers, scientists, engineers, activists, spiritual seekers and cosmic voyagers.

Engage in thought-provoking dialogues during our Salon Talks or simply bask in the company of like-minded souls as you enjoy a curious ice cream crafted to awaken your senses and ignite your imagination.

Whether you’re delving into astral projection or simply seeking a refuge on your journey, Astral Outpost offers a sanctuary where the boundaries between the physical and metaphysical blur, and the journey of self-discovery knows no bounds. Join us as we embark on a voyage through the cosmos.

URL: https://www.astraloutpost.com/ Hometown: San Francisco

Astro Cats

We invite all burners to chill at the Flying Saucer Lounge with special cocktails during the day, and hot or cold sake or premium Tequila at the Dragon Lounge at night. You can enjoy acrobatic, fire dancing performance and workshops at scheduled times, and a place to practice and spin fire with us. If you want to join our kitties for morning yoga or a afternoon tandem running race, bring your mat to stretch and pose with us You can chill on our chairs and watch people pass by while sipping our special drinks. You can learn to be a puppet master and perform at our Improv Puppet Theatre. You can challenge yourself to walk the plank, or play the game of Giant Jenga, or play poker at our game table while enjoying your sake. Yes, we also invite your for our theme dance parties!

URL: http://astrocatscamp.org Hometown: San Francisco

ASTRO SHACK JaVa JoINt

Delicious coffee served in a cool space with extraordinary hospitality. Fresh ground French press dark roast brewed black as the depths of interstellar space itself (BYO creamer if you must adulterate). The hangout for quasi-legal alien beatniks, mutant cyborg gear heads, trans-solar scooter gangs, radical anarchist raypunks, neuroatypical geeks, freaked-out psychonauts, and caffeine fiends of every stripe.

URL: https://www.facebook.com/groups/astroshack Hometown: Carina Nebula (Sagittarius Arm)

Astropups

Fun, Frisky, and Fabulous! Exploring the Playaverse one Open Heart at a time.

URL: https://www.facebook.com/groups/76339652066 Hometown: San Francisco

At the Oasis

A large 30′ x 20′ wide Moroccan-style tent with keyhole openings that houses a chill space, 24/7 cold water and lemonade and jewelry making.

Hometown: Southern California

Ataraxia

Chill. Laugh. Dance.

Hometown: San Francisco

Atlantis

The demigods of Atlantis invite dusty desert travelers to relax at our mystical shaded and fanned oasis. Our mischievous hosts will offer up savory treats to our guests in hopes they might become enchanted by the oasis and never leave. We invite our new friends to join us each afternoon in bacchanalian festivals and indulge in rituals of song and dance. Once the sun sets, mysterious lights illuminate the caves of Atlantis which reward nocturnal travelers with sweet treats and interactive surprises.

URL: https://www.instagram.com/atlantisburns/ Hometown: San Francisco

Atom Cult

Cool yourself down with a variety of Fission Ice Cream offerings at noon!
Fill yourself with Happiness and Joy while exploring the magnificent Garden of Earthly Curiosities!
Relax and recharge both yourself and your portable electronics in our Reactor Dome!
Enjoy the view of the Playa from our Clock Tower!

URL: http://www.atomcult.com/ Hometown: San Francisco

Atomic Pussy Photo Lounge

Come visit what is easily the 3rd best Bar/Lounge and Photo Booth on the playa. We serve ice-cold beverages to fuel your Curiosity and propel you to a higher flow state. Returning this year is Weir(d) Wednesday, when we’ll be serving up a hero dose of the Grateful Dead all afternoon. Also returning this year is our twin-tip, reverse camber Shot-Ski (for those playa face shots), the Elaine Benes Dance Experience (dance classes for dance-introverts) – and of course the photo booth, photo art, and photo gifts. Noon-6pm M-T-W-F and late night on Thursday. Lounge space is 24 hrs.

URL: https://atomicpussyphotolounge.com Hometown: Salt Lake City

Aurora

Konnichiwa, pardner. Whether you’re coming home from a long night in the saddle or just mounting up for the day, join us for a fresh bowl of ramen that’ll soothe both body and soul. Sidle up to our cozy bar, share a tale with a stranger, and settle your spirit to the sweet sounds of smooth grooves.

URL: http://www.aurorabrc.org Hometown: New York

Automatic Subconscious

Automatic Subconscious is back again with our 31 foot, fully climbable non geodesic diagrid gherkin complete with netting at the top. Come by and relax in the netting or catch a beer that we launch from the sky.

Hometown: Boston

Avant Garden

We are a small Burning Man camp focused on creating community and connection both on and off Playa. We maintain a camp size of around 25 members, mostly based in the San Francisco/Bay Area.

This year, we are bringing a two-part gift: Veg Out and The Brothel. Veg Out is our daytime gift, where we will be serving cool, fresh vegetables to overheated Burners. And at night, our Brothel will serve hot, steamy broth to people who want a cozy place to hang out and warm up.

URL: https://avantgarden.camp/ Hometown: San Francisco

Avocado "Toast"

Come enjoy a slice of avocado toast and a refreshing drink before heading out on the playa!

Hometown: Salt Lake City

Awesome!(ville)

Awesome!(ville) is the home of daily classes, fun spaces, live music, plenty of shenanigans and organized chaos. We’ll teach you a new skill, find your hidden artsy talent, move and grove your body, and pour you a tasty cocktail. Kick back and enjoy artwork, new friends, and lots of laughs. We’re here to celebrate just how AWESOME you can be!

Hometown: Tahoe

Awesomesauce

We are a Unicorn ranch decorated in bright fuchsia pink, lights and unicorns. We run an afternoon bar, called The unStable, with daily events, and serve our unique ‘Unicorn Tears’ drinks. We also have Awesomeball – large inflatable Zorb balls people can climb in and bash against each other.

URL: http://www.campawesomesauce.org

Awkward & Tawdry Lounge

Part bar. Part lounge. Part sing. Part dance. Part chill. Part Shoot Your Balls Off. 100% Awkward & Tawdry.

Hometown: Sacramento