Every year B.U.R.N. hosts a special gathering for Chicago-area burners who are going for the first time, and would like to learn more information.This year's Newbie Night will double as July's Meet'n'Greet, and Newbies, Oldbies, and In-betweenbies are welcome to join us for a night of important information, and fun, hosted by our friends at the Chicago Arts Department.Got questions? Come on by!Think you can answer questions? Come on by!Don't have specific questions but going for the first time?…See More

Greetings Burners! The organizing team at Lakes of Fire/G.L.E.A. Inc. is pleased to announce a challenge grant to help the Great Lakes C.O.R.E. project get out to Black Rock City, get built, get burnt, and then get all cleaned up with no trace!  Just go to this website: https://www.wepay.com/donate/166718  Give what you can, and the Lakes of Fire organizers' team will match the wider community's gifts up to $1,000! No donation…See More

Your Burning Man Chicago Community Presents:DECOMPRESSION 2011:The Voyage HomeSaturday, October 15th, 20112:00 P.M. - 3:00 A.M.The Bridgeport Arts Center1200 W. 35th Street@ 35th & RacineChicago, IL- Tickets will go on sale shortly after Burning Man ends- $15 pre-sale contributions - http://www.boldurban.org/donate- $20 suggested contribution at Decompression, if you're in voyager or playa-gear- $25 suggested contribution at Decompression, if you're in street clothes- Participants 12 and…See More

If you are making your virgin voyage to the big burn in Black Rock City, its orientation time. After a bit of social time, Flipit, Shorty Belle and guests will explain how the city works, offer playa tips and - most importantly, answer any burning questions you still have about getting ready for - and making the most of - Burning Man. (Yes, there are differences from Lakes of Fire, and yes, you should be preparing already). Since we're not at a bar - and in the spirit of the gift economy -…See More

If you are making your virgin voyage to the big burn in Black Rock City, its orientation time. After a bit of social time, Flipit, Shorty Belle and guests will explain how the city works, offer playa tips and - most importantly, answer any burning questions you still have about getting ready for - and making the most of - Burning Man. (Yes, there are differences from Lakes of Fire, and yes, you should be preparing already). Since we're not at a bar - and in the spirit of the gift economy -…See More

A bit after nine we'll transition from newbie night to a casual edition of our monthly time to meet and greet burner friends old and new probably the last before the Man burns. We'll have cool music, playa videos and great conversation. The event is free. But since we're not at a bar - and in the spirit of the gift economy - please bring snacks or beverages to share. Representatives from the Great Lakes CORE project will be on hand to explain the project, register volunteers, accept…See More

First Timer's Guide Survival Guide City Plan Theme Camp Directory Playa Event Calendar

If you are making your virgin voyage to the big burn in Black Rock City, its orientation time. After a bit of social time, Flipit, Shorty Belle and guests will explain how the city works, offer playa tips and - most importantly, answer any burning questions you still have about getting ready for - and making the most of - Burning Man. (Yes, there are differences from Lakes of Fire, and yes, you should be preparing already). Since we're not at a bar - and in the spirit of the gift economy -…See More

If you are making your virgin voyage to the big burn in Black Rock City, its orientation time. After a bit of social time, Flipit, Shorty Belle and guests will explain how the city works, offer playa tips and - most importantly, answer any burning questions you still have about getting ready for - and making the most of - Burning Man. (Yes, there are differences from Lakes of Fire, and yes, you should be preparing already). Since we're not at a bar - and in the spirit of the gift economy -…See More