Happenings
Welcome to 2023! We kicked off the new year with a new outlook, then lots of wintry wonder, and some pop-up moments of fun and frolic. You can see what we're planning and what we've already done, below.
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What's Happening
Burnal Equinox Afterglow Week
Interactive view of visits on playa during Burn2's Burnal Equinox 2023 event.
Brief News from Burning Man Project
Announced: Man Pavilion - The Hive
See all the submissions for the Man Pavilion, feast your eyes upon the one chosen for this year! It's "The Hive" by Tim Bremner. Read about the artist and his inspiration for the design that will be at Black Rock City: https://journal.burningman.org/2023/02/burning-man-arts/brc-art/the-2023-man-pavilion/.
Announced: The Temple of the Heart
Developed by lead artists Ela Madej and Reed Finlay. Learn more about the artists, the selection process and the design of this year's Temple for Black Rock City, here: https://journal.burningman.org/2023/01/black-rock-city/building-brc/introducing-temple-of-the-heart/
Ticket Sales for Black Rock City 2023
Get your Burner profile updated! There's a lot to know and understand before getting your tickets. Learn all about it on Burning Man's site: https://tickets.burningman.org/.
2023 Ticket Aid Program - Ticket Sale for Low Income Burners Open Now
If you have been considering going to BRC but it's hard to afford, consider applying to this program. You can see more details on this page
2023 Main Ticket Sale Dates
Registration: April 5, 2023 at 12pm (noon) PDT – April 7, 2023 at 12pm (noon) PDT
Sale starts: April 12, 2023 at 12pm (noon) PDT
Upcoming Events
Conception: July 14-16, 2023
Octoburn ANIMALIA:
October 6-15, 2023
What We Did in 2023
Hula Hoop Workshop & Dance Party
Tuesday 28 March 2023
7:00 - 9:00 PM SLT/PDT
Movie Night
Monday 27 March 2023
6:00 - 8:00 PM SLT/PDT
Burn2, Deep Hole
(find the green dots!)
Burnal Equinox: One World=One Burn
March 24-26, 2023
Poster Design: iSkye Silvercloud, Lily VonSchtupp, Vesi, Zoren Manray
Using AI to Create Textures for SL
February 4 & 6, 2023
Presenter: Sabet Wanderer
Winter Burn Movie Night
January 31, 2023
Winter Burn: Winterburn Wonderland
January 27-29, 2023
Poster Design: MirandaNomad
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.
New to Burn2? Get started on this page!
News from Burn2
Winterburn Wonderland Opens for Building & Performer Signups
Winterburn Wonderland Opens for Building & Performer Signups The Burn2 Team has been working hard on creating a magical Winter Burn for you to come and play. The playa is dressed in a wintery white and there is a sense of Awe and Wonder in the air! In the true Burner...
Burn2 NYE Burn: Bye to 2022
Burn2 NYE Burn Saturday, 31 December 2022 2:30pm - 1:30am SLT on Deep Hole Bring in the New Year in true Burner style - let's end the old year with a nice, big burn!The NYE Burn is a fun little tradition for Burners who want to celebrate virtually. The special thing...
Burn2 2022: SKIN BURN
Burn2 SKIN BURN SATURDAY 29 October 2022 TWO Burns: NOON (12:00) SLT and 6:00pm (18:00) SLT Check-in periods: 10:00am - 11:45am SLT for the first burn 4:00pm (16:00) SLT - 5:45pm (17:45) SLT for the second burn The check-in area will be where checkers can help you...
New to Burn2?
Getting Started
Below are a pair of video tutorials to help you get started. More details can be found on this page.
For New Users in Second Life
How to Sit, Chat, Pose, and Walk with Your New Avatar