Happenings
2024 brings optimism and fun with the themes we've chosen for events coming up this year. If you look at what we did in 2023, you will see we do much more than the four official regional events - Burn2 Burners love any excuse to have FUN together! You can see what we're planning and what we've already done, below.
Mark your calendar and watch for event signups to join in - as an artist, a performer, or a participant - you won't be a bystander in any case!
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News from Burning Man
Scroll down and check out the information below "BRIEF NEWS FROM BURNING MAN PROJECT" for updates about Black Rock City and the Burning Man Regional Network.
Burn2 in December
A few things are popping up on the playa in December:
- Truck In, Truck Out - We will simulate what it takes to plan and load up a truck with an entire camp/build, everything you will need to take to the playa. No running home for a 2x4! Everything has to be carefully planned and packed on your truck.
You will get a truck and bits to add in and rules/guidelines to help you. Contact Huntress Catteneo for more info. - 21 December, noon to midnight SLT: The Lamplighters Solstice Gathering - an annual observance of the shortest day of the year, and day of reflection with a couple of small burns at noon and 6pm that day.
- NYE, 31 December, noon to midnight SLT - A farewell to 2024! Friends on the playa get together for a fun day and a nice, fiery sendoff of the old year!
What's Happening at Burn2
Brief News from Burning Man Project
2025 Burning Man Art Theme Announced!
Burning Man's 2025 art theme has been announced!
TOMORROW TODAY
Click this box to read the details.
2024 Renewable Energy Burner Symposium
All are welcome to participate in the upcoming 4th annual Renewable Energy Burner Symposium on Saturday, December 7, 2024 at 10:00am to noon Pacific Time.
This is sponsored by the Renewables for Artists Team (RAT) in support of Burning Man Project's 2030 Environmental Sustainability Roadmap.
12 speakers will cover topics like:
- Temple of Together: Lessons Learned Solar Powering the Structure
- The Burning Man Project Update
- The Green Corridor and Humans Uniting for Better Sustainability (HUBS)
- The Solar Library
- A South African burner's report on solar usage on playa
- Theme Camps Renewable Energy Use
- Featured Artist that RAT worked with
- Mutant Vehicles Renewable Energy Use
You will need to register for a free ticket via Eventbrite. Click this box to go to the Eventbrite page.
2025 Honoraria Program Open
The application process for the 2025 Black Rock City Honoraria Program is now open.
Each year Burning Man Arts awards $1.3 million in grants for sculptural artworks on the open playa in Black Rock City.
The submission deadline for Honoraria applications is November 14 at 5:00pm Pacific Time. You will need to submit your Letter of Intent (LOI) through the grant portal in Burner Profiles.
Click this box to go to the Grant Portal in Burner Profiles. But, before you do, click the next box below for information on Q&A sessions about the program.
2025 Honoraria Q&A Sessions
Two virtual Q&A sessions are scheduled:
- Tuesday, October 29, 2024, 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM PT
- Wednesday, November 6, 2024, 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM PT
You will need to RSVP in order to participate.
Click this box to register for the Q&A sessions..
2025 Temple Grant Program Open
The Burning Man Project Opens 2025 Temple Grant program
Katie Hazard, Director of Art, Burning Man Project has announced a call for proposals from visionary artists to submit designs for the next Temple at Burning Man.
The submission deadline Temple grant applications is November 14 at 5:00pm Pacific Time.
A virtual Q&A session is scheduled for October 9, 11:00am-12:30pm Pacific Time. You will need to RSVP in order to participate.
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The Jackrabbit Speaks
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The Man Burns
August 30, 2025
Art Theme: Tomorrow Today
Burn2's Events and Themes in 2025
Planning Soon Underway for Burn2's Events in 2025
We will start planning the themes and dates for Winter Burn, Burnal Equinox, Conception and Octoburn at our planning meetings, held 9pm SLT on Thursday evenings and 9am Sunday mornings. A survey for Winter Burn 2025 themes is out, and teams are forming.
Note: Thursday the 28th of November and Sunday the 1st of December, planning meetings are cancelled. Next planning meeting will be Thursday 5th December 9pm SLT. Interested in joining the Winter Burn event team? Come to the meeting!
What We Did This Year
Burn2 Octoburn: Curiouser & Curiouser
18-27 October 2024
Poster by iSkye Silvercloud
Burn2 Conception: WHIMSY
26-28 July 2024
Poster by Bar Tenk
Popup Pirate Party with Lily
Friday, 26 April 2024
Poster by Lily Von Magic
Popup Movie Night with Neko
Thursday, 25 April 2024
Popup Movie Night with Gin
Tuesday, 23 April 2024
Thank You Volunteers from Freia
Saturday, 06 April 2024
Poster by Freia Guillaume
Burnal Equinox 2024
March 22-24, 2024
Poster by HOOGiE and Moon
Burn2 at Welcome Hub Communities
Est. January 29, 2024
Photo by Rui Costa
Winter Burn 2024
January 26-28, 2024
Poster by HOOGiE and Moon
Burn2 is for YOU if:
- You are interested in the Second Life 3D virtual world;
- You are looking for a very active year-round virtual Burning Man community with seasoned real-life Burners;
- You want the ability to make playa dust angels, snuggle your avatar friends, partner & group dance, ride in art cars, and interact with 3D art.
- For a quick start, see tutorials on this page.