2018 Archive
A Huevo? A Huevo!
A Huevo? A Huevo! Come and relax at our chill bar and enjoy handcrafted drinks crafted especially for you. Specials change every day – from hot toddies in the morning to get you going to white drinks on Wednesday and signature bull drinks everyday. Open Mon-Fri 12pm to 8pm.
A Playa Home Companion
A Playa Home Companion’s mission is to offer the weary burner a chance to go back to a simpler time, and enjoy the subtle sounds of radio shows long forgotten, all while sipping on an old fashioned, and cozying up with a classic novel.
A Shack of Sit
A Shack of Sit, where Sit happens! At various times throughout the week you can come and get braided, painted, tattooed, Embigginated, projected, photographed, entertained, and relaxed. We are home to great conversation and fun activities. Please check the What When Where for scheduled activities! Your chair is always waiting!
A Touchy Subject
Shady Waffle is a full-service breakfast restaurant in a brilliantly colored one-of-a-kind forty foot tall elliptical dome. A machine that converts cranky hippies into happy hippies. Come eat, cool off, relax, and make a stranger even stranger.
A Transformation Station
A Transformation Station …
An art school, A cultural exchange hub, A place of learning and shaing … & Gifting Galore
A-PLAYA-MASK
Breath easy with the Maskman’s quality N-95 dusk masks with their non toxic psychedelic Burning Man logo. And don’t forget our Breathe Pure nose plugs and BM stickers and pins.
Abstininthe
Abstininthe is 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.
Academy of Arts and Sciences
We’re the scientists who long to be 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. Greet the dawn with qigong. Or put the more entertaining parts of your anatomy to work by learning just how dancers make those tassels spin.
Or, just kick back in the shade, trade a bad idea for a bad drink, and relax at the worst bar on the Playa (since 2010!).
ACatemy Ltd
The aCATemy, Burning Man’s most prestigious cat university, engages students in art, science and philosophy through classes, readings, and fun, cat- and robot-themed making and learning! Come learn strategies for survival under our robot/animal overlords in our decked out cybernetic forest.
Access to Elysium
Bring your tired body and soul to our relaxation destination to regroup, recharge and rejuvenate. First you will be offered dust-free spa water, as you soak your feet in one of our oiled footbaths or revitalize your cracking hands at our lotion station while enjoying deep conversations that lighten your soul. Second comes our signature pure bliss back massage with our special lavender massage oil to complete your Elysian Transformation. Finally with a hug and pat on the ass (optional) you will sent on your way knowing you have made new friends on your Burningman journey.
AdramaNation
AdramaNation offers a well spring of peace and tranquility. Get cleansed, get married, get hydrated, and/or release your drama at our Drama Dump/ Wedding Chapel/Tea Emporium.
Aerial Screw
Robots have taken over! Now the resistance has risen and you’re either with us or against us. Come see which side you’re on & party while you can!
Afterglow
Afterglow, that wonderful feeling that lingers long after the experience has elapsed—a feeling that only occurs when the mind, body, and soul has been ever so stimulated. We are a diverse camp of capoeiristas, musicians, artists, dancers, performers and all around bad mamajamas!
Afternoon Delight
Celebrating endless possibilities of afternoon delights: iced coffee, yoga on demand, a sassy cocktail, a quick snooze…
Airport - Point 5
Black Rock City Municipal Airport (88NV) is a real-live, daytime Airport located at Point 5 on the trash fence. Come visit on bike, on foot, or on Mutant Vehicle. Meet pilots, see planes, sing karaoke.
Airstreameri and What Not
Airstreameri and What Not – the Best Playa Post Cards & Dusty Science Talks in Black Rock City. Because ‘nothing to write home about’ doesn’t apply here & ignorance is not bliss. We love you people.
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.
Alchemy Stop
Alchemy Stop is a dusty sanctuary for anyone to enjoy a quiet musical retreat with a cold limoncello or a steamy Italian coffee in hand. Look for our old timey piano, bar and block printing stations – we will be welcoming you with open arms.
Ali Bar-Bar
ALI BAR-BAR is a theme camp that provides shelter day and night, drinks, and edgy entertainment for the citizens of Black Rock City with the mission to have fun in a welcoming and comfortable environment to chill, relax, drink, and dance. Our motto is “Top shelf music & bottom shelf drinks!”
Alice in Slumberland
Alice in Slumberland is a Hookah Lounge Chill Space, next to the Drink Me Bar and The Red Queen’s Croquet Court. Come by to share some hookah with strangers and wonder who-you-are. Grab a potion from Alice at Drink Me, or play a game of croquet!
Alkalita: Alkaline + Margarita
Hmm, ballroom dancing AND emergency replacement batteries? What a winning combination. Come visit the WTF Ballroom & Battery X-Change Camp.
We are proud to provide both a cool activity and a cool service for all our Burner friends. Did you ever want to learn ballroom dancing? Here’s your chance! Our WTF (Waltz, Tango, and Foxtrot) Ballroom instructors will teach you the very basic moves for the most popular ballroom dances.
But wait, there’s more! Did you forget to turn off those LED lights last night and now you’re in desperate need of AA, AAA, C, D, or 9V batteries? Well, look no more. Come on over for replacements. It’s important that we dispose of all used batteries, so we kindly ask that you bring the dead ones with you. Our trained personnel will assist with all your battery needs. We even have a USB charging station if you need a quick recharge.
Alter Ego
Camp Alter Ego wants to create experiences through art that challenge and expand one’s sense of self.
Alternative Energy Zone
A Burning Man village free from combustion driven generators and no “dues” required.
Altitude Lounge
Climb our 50-ft tower and see the City you helped create! We offer magnificent views, downtempo music, and couches that will suck you in as you watch the dusty world go by.
AMAZONE
AmaZONE camp is a community of Brazilian artists and dream builders. We are an international family creating inspirational and positive experiences.
This year we continue our mission of providing interaction to the city and bring our honoraria art project “The Altar of Intentions”. It aims to capture the energy of the Burning Man, thanks to the help of the Masaru Emoto Institute. The Altar collects intentions of thousands of people and proves that the “reality” is a state of mind.
Amber Dust
Come get your amber on: amber, amber beverages, amber lights, amber people, and amber dust. Open 24/7. Sausage Thursday.
Amulet
ROBOTS AND HUMANS all are welcome to craft a brass Amulet- recording your experience, your mark, or a symbol that represents your burn. Our Amulet counselors will guide you in creating a personal token on a brass dog tag with metal stamped words, numbers & symbols.
Anahasana Village
Anahasana Village brings awareness to a fully embodied knowing of the power and the wisdom of our own hearts. Through movement practices, emotional sharing, dance, yoga, meditation, breathwork and more, we aim to allow for freedom and honesty to be a part of all of our relationships.
Ancient Cult of the Alligators
The Ancient Cult of the Alligator is a place for worshippers to live in the NOW. Come by for daily afternoon activities, featuring specialty drinks (Alligator Bites!), music to replenish your soul, activities to refresh your mind and body, and, the hallmark of any good cult, a soupcon of brainwashing so light you won’t notice till it’s too late and you’re one of us.
And Then There's Only Love
…and then there’s only LOVE – home of the world famous Orgy Dome – where couples and moresomes of all orientations are welcome to explore the benefits of Informed Enthusiastic Consent.
Anonymous Village
Anonymous Village provides safe, sheltered, shaded venues for 12-step groups to hold meetings and to gather and help one another. It is also a drug and alcohol-free space for participants to camp during the event (please pre-register at www.burnanon.org ).
Anostraca
take it easy . . . but take it.
Anti-Billionaire Space Cantina
Come re-charge with us! Scale our Tree of Life for a full panoramic view of BRC and plot your next playa adventure, chill out in our hammock jungle, grab a cold Sunshine Lemonade and dance with our resident DJs. We are fully equipped to power your FUN-O-METER.
Want more zen? Come visit during our yoga & sound bath sessions!
Appropriated Dragon Dim Sum
At Appropriated Dragon Dim Sum, we borrow a little from the East and a little from the West to bring you an immersive experience where the greatest gift is sharing.
AquaZone Intentional Water Bar
Come join us in the revitalizing Ritual of Drinking Love-Infused Water. Replenish your soul and your water bottle at our 24-Hour Self-Serve Water Buffet. Recharge your body through the healing powers of our Reiki Masters — as well as recharge your cell phone/device at our Solar-Powered Cell Phone Addiction Retox Station. Reinvigorate old and new friendships at our “Do Your Friend” Nail Polish Stations. The Life-Changing Power of Positive Ritual happens when YOU show up.
Arabella's Lair
Arabella lives here.
Arctica Ice Sales
Arctica Ice Sales is your downtown resource for ice. Crushed and
block ice are available for $4 each. During the event, ice sales hours (at this location) are Mon-Sat 9am-6pm, Sun Noon-6pm and 10am-Noon on Labor Day.
Pre-event sales are Thurs-Sun Noon-6pm at this location.
Arctica Ice Sales - Ice Nine
Ice 9 is the ice sales igloo located on the 9 o’clock side of the
city. This year it is located a few streets back from where you
normally find it. Crushed and block ice are available for $3 per
bag/block or $18 for a 6-pack of crushed ice. Ice 9 sales hours
are Pre-Event Saturday and Sunday, Noon-6pm, Event Week: Mon-Sat 9am-6pm and Sun Noon-6pm.
Arctica Ice Sales- Ice Cubed
Ice Cubed is the ice sales igloo located on the 3 o’clock side of the
city. This year it is located a few streets back from where you
normally find it. Crushed and block ice are available for $3 per
bag/block or $18 for a 6-pack of crushed ice. Ice Cubed sales hours
are Mon-Sat 9am-6pm and Sun Noon-6pm
Argonauts
Cherish the uncertain, challenge fear, welcome the odd, and seek thyself! The Argonauts bring a unique and infectious spirit to the playa which they share through a number of camp activities including their ArgoShine-enhanced induction ceremonies, lunchtime ArgoDogs, Argonaut dust, sun & fashion bandanas, and the individual Quests assigned to each newly inducted Argonaut for the coming year.
Armageddon Bike Camp
Armageddon – it’s not the end of the world, it’s the Safe Word! We offer professional bike repair daily, providing bike-love to the 3:00 sector for over 10 years.
Aroma Camp
Camp Aroma will embody the healing powers of aromatherapy along with music therapy, meditation and human touch.
Arrakis Spice Market
The Arrakis Spice Market provides a communal spice market and gathering place and spice-infused cocktail bar. We gift spices and related culinary items and craft cocktails from 1-4 pm Monday-Saturday.
Art Car Bus Stop
Art Car Bus Stop is A spontaneous autonomous municipal service. Do you desperately crave the civil structure? Hail Yeah, hurry up and wait!
Art Car Camp
Art Car Camp
Come visit with some of the Playa’s favorite Art Cars and Mutant Vehicles
Art Haus
Art Haus brings classical music and dance to the playa! Come experience classical music in a whole new way!
Art of Disruption
Our theme camp’s purpose is to create and display art in a variety of mediums that goes beyond being aesthetically pleasing or good feelings by eliciting intense emotions, that disrupt the viewer’s state both positively and negatively, to open up new perspectives. We strive to share art that challenges the way you see the world, with the intent to help each of us grow, as a person, both existentially and socially.
Art Gallery: The gallery is a result of communal effort from artists whose creations range from stunning mandalas, life size paintings of deep subject matters both political and social, provocative photography, and psychedelic 3D paintings. Artists will be available to talk to visitors directly about the art.
Fantastical Metal Sculpture Garden: A home to a menagerie of plants and creatures, this literal sculpture garden will be a place of escape, contemplation and wonderment where the fantastical beings of our imaginations, both dark and light, are brought to life.
Art of Steam
Art of Steam is the camp around healing tradition through Steam and Plants.
Art of Such n Such (A.S.S.) Camp
A.S.S. Camp (Art of Such n Such) is home base for the honorarium project UNCLE CHARLIE’S RED HOT COCK. Stop by, & say hello to check our nightly burn schedule to join us for fiery late night fun at the honorarium piece.
Art Virgins XPO
Art Virgins XPO Conversation at the Banter Booth, Corn Hole for a little healthy competition or just relax in shade! Visit our art installation – Cabinet of Curiosities on the playa.
Art Wall for All
Express yourself on canvas and paint on the Wall. Supplies are provided for this community art project. All we need is you!
ArtAffects Camp
The ARTECH CAMP is an art support camp, providing a home for local and international artists involved in various art projects and installations.
ArtBarf
Across the space/time continuum, through galactic upheaval and hiccups, we have evolved to this chaotic existence. Colliding and reforging, StarBarf weaves workshops, discussions, and movement into our shared vision of community. We strive to connect with beautiful and messy humanity; the humbling scales in which we exist; and the unbounded possibilities that we, as StarBarf, realize… You are StarBarf, too.
ARTery Pavilion
The Burning Man Art Department’s headquarters in Black Rock City. Home of the ARTery, Art Support Services (ASS), Fire Art Safety Team (FAST) and Eyes on Art.
Artists Ghetto
Artists Ghetto
Aruna Fire Camp
Pyrotex – Fire Collective – Spin Camp
Ascension/Destiny Oasis
Ascension/Destiny Oasis Art Support Camp is an eclectic and welcoming group of friends from Canada, Britain, and the United States who passionately believe that art and community are the foundation of a vibrant and sustainable society.
Ashram Galactica
Ashram Galactica – The Grand Hotel | Your Home Away From Home Away From Home
ASPCA
The Association Sparkle Pony Care and Assistance (ASPCA) is a group of friendly and outgoing burners of all ages (5 to 50-something) who like to provide safe and welcoming spaces for all: our lounge is open 24/7 with shady respite from the sun and comfy seating and pillows to relax on, our hydration station will offer water and electrolyte drink mix and is kept stocked all day, and our fresh fruit stand will be restocked every afternoon. If you stop by at the right time, we might even be making quesadillas and would love for you to join us for a snack!
Astral Headwash
Greetings dirty desert dwellers! We are Astral Headwash and we are back for our 21st trip to the playa! We will wash your beautiful dust filled head for you again this year. That’s right, clean, fresh water warmed in the desert sun with wonderful smelling shampoo and a bit of leave-in condition to send you on your way! Bring your happy selves to us for first come – first served amazing pampering; Monday – Friday noon until 4 pm! Participation is required!
Astro Cats
We invite all burners to chill at the Astro Lounge with special drinks during the day, and hot or cold sake at the Dragon Lounge at night. You can enjoy acrobatic performance and workshops at scheduled times, and a place to practice and spin fire and Cyr Wheel with us. If you want to join our kitties for morning yoga, 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. Or you can challenge yourself to manipulate the LED Matrix, walk the plank, or play the game of Giant Jenga or Simon Says while enjoying your sake.
ASTRO SHACK JaVa JoINt
The hangout for translegal alien beatniks, mutant cyborg gear heads, trans-solar scooter gangs, radical anarchist raypunks, surreal retrofuturists, wigged-out weirdos, and certified caffeine fiends of every stripe. Our Mission: To serve delicious coffee (fresh ground dark roast French press brewed black as the depths of interstellar space itself) in a cool space (outlaw poetry outsider art wild tunes crazy talk) with gracious hospitality.
Astropups
The AstroPups – Fun, Frisky, n Fabulous! Exploring the PupVerse one lick at a time!
At the Oasis
Robot Art at the Oasis offers robots and humans an oasis from a weary, mechanized world with jewelry making and a bar available, as well as a plush, welcoming space at all times.
Atlantis Rising
Atlantis Rising is a camp in memory of our late friend Rob Stewart. We are here to spread the love like Robbie always did. We also make real-fruit popsicles that we will be gifting at camp and out on the playa.
Atom Cult
The Most Radiant Camp at Burning Man! Come taste our Hot Fusion pancakes at 9AM and Cold Fission ice cream and Nuclear Winter Brew iced coffee at 3PM. Enjoy the magnificent views of BRC and bounce off the trampoline at the top of our 25′ tall Chilling Tower. Or relax in our Reactor Dome to the soothing sound of the Geiger counter.
Atomic Pussy Photo Lounge
Come hang at our daytime Bar/Lounge and Photo Booth. We serve the Best iRobot Drinks on the Playa, good vibes, and Boogie. This year our camp is staffed completely by androids – the technological singularity is fast approaching – come interact with us to map our operating systems with the 10 principles while there is still time! Try the Shot-Ski to simultaneously update your group’s robotic software.
Avant Card
Come to Light Faire for some quick and flashy fun with nature’s favorite particle, the photon. See what they can do when they fly through holes and bend and bounce around.
AWESOME OVERLOAD
AWESOME OVERLOAD~home of the Lady Sassafras, a New Orleans Paddlewheel Steamboat
Awesome!(ville)
The home of Awesome!(ness), providing and inviting all to enjoy music, art, performances, and good times. From crafts events to daily parties, come get AWESOME with us!
Awesomesauce
Do you ever wonder what the ball feels like when you’re watching the game? Now’s your chance to find out! Come join us for Awesomeball in 2018 and strap in for an exhilarating experience. When you’re safe inside a cushioned see-through sphere you’ll find whole new ways to move. Be The Ball – Awesomeball at Camp Awesomesauce
AwesomeTown
A camp founded on the principles of radical self-reliance and coordinating group costumes, AwesomeTown once again expects to win Burning Man with Breakfast of Champions, a daily cereal offering served up by cereal mascots in a real 50s-inspired kitchen, just like mom used to make!
Awkward & Tawdry Lounge
Part bar. Part theater. Part chill. Part Shoot Your Balls Off.
100% Awkward & Tawdry.