Burning Man is an iconic counterculture event that draws visitors from around the globe to the Black Rock Desert of northern Nevada. Each year, a temporary city, Black Rock City, is built to host this festival, celebrating artistic self-expression, community, and self-reliance. Starting in 1986 with the burning of a wooden figure on a San Francisco beach, this imaginative happening has grown exponentially. Today, it attracts an unimaginable 70,000 people who come together to create the largest temporary metropolis in the world.

Burning Man is a celebration of all things fantastical, featuring improbable structures, fascinating people, and remarkable art installations. The gifting culture is a unique aspect of this event, where everyone brings something to share, whether it’s a tangible item like French toast or an intangible gesture like a song or poem. The festival culminates with the burning of "The Man," a symbol whose meaning varies among attendees.

Location:
Black Rock Desert, Nevada