Burning Man

Name: Burning Man
Start: 2026-08-30T00:00:00-07:00
End: 2026-09-07T23:59:59-07:00
Location: Burning Man

Black Rock Desert, Gerlach, NV 89419

All Day Event

550+

Photo Credit: Dust To Ashes

Five people with decorated bicycles stand and pose against a colorful sunset sky on a flat, open landscape, with distant mountains and festival lights visible in the background.

People explore a nighttime desert festival with glowing neon art cars, including one shaped like a heart and another resembling an animal, both brightly illuminated with colorful lights.

A person wearing illuminated feathered wings and festival attire stands on a desert plain at sunset, with colorful clouds and distant silhouettes visible in the background.

A large, multi-headed serpent sculpture with illuminated eyes and flaming mouths stands at night, surrounded by people and bicycles. Colorful lights glow on the artwork and the ground.

A crowd gathered at night around a large bonfire, with several people on bicycles decorated with colorful neon lights in the foreground. The scene is lively and illuminated by fire and glowing lights.

People ride bicycles through glowing blue neon hoops at night, with several light trails and illuminated bike wheels visible, creating a vibrant tunnel effect in a dark, outdoor setting.

People in colorful, festival attire walk near a large, ornate wooden pagoda structure under a blue sky with scattered clouds at an outdoor event.

People ride bicycles on a sandy desert with a large sculptural whale in the background, under a cloudy sky at an outdoor festival or gathering.

A large crowd at night watches performers with fire sticks at a desert festival. Colorful lights and a glowing, human-shaped sculpture on a structure are visible in the background under a dark sky.

A large wooden structure burns dramatically at night, with flames shooting from its top. Crowds watch the fiery spectacle, surrounded by colorful lights in the dark background.

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Northern NV

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Each year, upwards of 75,000 revelers from all over the world transform Nevada’s Black Rock Desert into a bustling, temporary metropolis. Attendees (aka Burners) traverse the playa and discover interactive art, themed camps, and an inclusive community.

Burning Man Dates: Aug. 30–Sept. 7, 2026
Where is Burning Man: Black Rock City, which only exists for the duration of the event. The closest Nevada city is Gerlach.
What is Burning Man: A gathering of artists, creators, and community builders who turn the Black Rock Desert into Black Rock City for just over a week, roughly 120 miles north of Reno.
2026 Burning Man Theme: Axis Mundi envisions The Man as “[Burning Man’s] version of the cosmic tree, a Jacob’s Ladder connecting us to the unseen and unknowable.”

Before you head to Black Rock City, dive into our Burning Man Survival Guide to get answers to FAQs as well as learn what to expect and what to pack.

Burning Man Ticket Information

Burning Man sells various types of tickets on a first-come, first-served basis, and they often sell out. The Main Sale is the big one to watch for: These tickets are open to everyone, and those hoping to attend will need to register in advance of the ticket window opening. Payment plans are available, and you’ll also need to purchase a vehicle pass.

Additional ticket programs are available for limited-income Burners and people who have been impacted by natural disasters or geopolitical conflict. Get complete ticketing dates and details from Burning Man Project’s website.

You cannot buy Burning Man tickets at the gate. Everything—tickets, vehicle passes, and transportation—must be secured in advance.

How Much Do Burning Man Tickets Cost?

Main Sale tickets range from $550 to $3,000, plus taxes and fees. All vehicles (except for motorcycles and towed vehicles) require a $165 pass. During the Main Sale, attendees can purchase a maximum of two tickets and one vehicle pass while available. For those who qualify for Burning Man’s limited-income program, tickets are $250 and vehicle passes are $75 (plus taxes and fees).

For anyone who misses tickets during the Main Sale, Burning Man has a secure ticket exchange program (STEP) for reselling and purchasing authentic event tickets.

How to Get to Burning Man

By Car: Most Burners take I-80 from Reno-Sparks to Fernley or Wadsworth and then hop onto Nevada State Route 447 toward Gerlach. Expect the entrance gate to take anywhere from 2-10 hours. Travel prepared with water and snacks for the crawl.

By Bus: The Burner Express is an option for anyone with a Burning Man ticket. Bus service takes Burners from San Francisco and Reno to Black Rock City and back. Riding the bus also comes with perks, including speedier entrance into the event, reserved camping, and expedited departures. Tickets go on sale in May with additional fees for bikes and extra luggage.

By Plane: The closest airport to Burning Man is Reno-Tahoe International Airport. Burner Express Air (BxA) also offers charter service from southern California, the Bay Area, and Reno to Black Rock City Municipal Airport (88NV). Like the Burner Express bus, there’s an extra ticket required for this, plus additional luggage limitations.