Burning Man festival

Burning Man is an annual event held in the Nevada desert, where a temporary city known as Black Rock City emerges for about a week. Participants, called "burners," create art, music, and performances, emphasizing self-expression, community, and sustainability. The festival culminates in the burning of a large wooden effigy, symbolizing renewal and release. It operates on principles of radical inclusion, gifting, decommodification, and environmental responsibility. After the event, attendees leave no trace, restoring the site. Burning Man fosters a participatory culture where creativity, collaboration, and shared experience are central to the community.