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A temporary city. A global cultural movement based on 10 practical principles ," the official website reads. A few of these principles include radical inclusion "Anyone may be a part of Burning Man" , gifting, decommodification no money passes hands at the festival , radical self-reliance and self-expression, leaving no trace " We are committed to leaving no physical trace of our activities wherever we gather" , and participation. Burning Man is organized by a non-profit organization called the Burning Man Project.

The end-of-summer event takes place each year during the week leading up to and including Labor Day weekend , according to the official website. Burning Man does not book any entertainment for the event, but instead encourages participants to perform for the community free of charge.

People wander around the camps on foot, bicycles, and scooters , cook together, dance, drink, make art, and generally just party, according to INSIDER reporter Aly Weisman, who attended the event in and Because no money changes hands, you can participate in activities such as wine tastings, zip lining, and massages — all given out by various attendees for free.

The name "Burning Man" comes from the symbolic ritual burning of a large wooden sculpture "the Man" that usually takes place on the Saturday evening of the event.

More than 70, people went to Burning Man in , according to the Black Rock City census project. First-time participants reportedly have to roll around in the dust upon arrival.

If you want to go, you shouldn't wait to get a ticket, as the event typically sells out quickly. In , 26, tickets sold in the first half hour , according to USA Today. Burning Man might have a reputation for being full of "hippies," but some of the biggest names in Silicon Valley have reportedly attended the event. Mark Zuckerberg of Facebook reportedly dropped in to Black Rock City by helicopter for just one day to serve grilled cheese sandwiches to participants, and Google founders Larry Page and Sergey Brin went disguised in full spandex body suits.

The wealthiest Burning Man attendees set up exclusive luxury camps with staffs of bodyguards and cooks, Recode reported in , calling the area "Billionaire's Row. Some have complained that these camps are destroying the spirit of the event and breaking the rule of no commodification, Recode reported.

He did admit that these luxury campers were violating Burning Man's community spirit by isolating themselves from their neighbors on the playa. Although you won't need to spend any money once you get there, Burning Man definitely isn't free — or cheap. Kids 12 and under can go to Burning Man for free.

Burning Man participants bring everything they need with them — and then pack it out with them afterward. The only things you can buy there are coffee and ice. That means attendees must bring their own shelter, food, water, sunscreen, and whatever else you might want or need.

The website suggests participants bring a bicycle to get around and "toys or costumes with which you can express your creative spirit. People often wear extravagant, creative outfits with plenty of color and embellishments such as feathers, glitter, and beads. Aug Burning Man am - pm daily. Tickets Website. Google Calendar.

Photo Credit: Dust To Ashes. Of the ten principles, participation is considered to be one of the most important. This can be demonstrated in creating art forms, like sculptures or art cars, or performance. Details August 29 - September 5, am - pm daily. More Information Tickets Website. Venue Location:. City Gerlach. Region Northern Nevada.

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Mint Off-Road Race December 1 - 5, SnowFest February 25 - March 6, Burning Man organizers announced Tuesday that the event scheduled to take place from Aug. On its website, Burning Man organizers said they have already started the application for permits for with the Bureau of Land Management. Burning Man has been in talks with state officials since late last year planning a more than 60,person event, according to internal documents obtained by the Reno Gazette Journal in March.

For local stories that matter, subscribe today. Goodell said there was no one reason why the event did not move forward, but noted that the organization will resume planning for next year's event this fall.