New Delhi: The annual festival of Nevada, The Burning Man Festival, witnesses thousands of artists, makers and community organisers gathered in a temporary city called Black Rock City, which vanishes as quickly as it comes alive. This year, The Burning Man Festival kicked off on August 25 and is set to conclude on September 2. Let’s explore what is The Burning Man Festival and what happens in the grand-scale event.
What is The Burning Man Festival?
The Burning Man festival is a festival described as a global ecosystem featuring artists, makers, and community organisers who co-create art, events, and local initiatives around the world. It is an annual festival that takes place in Black Rock Dessert near Las Vegas, Nevada. The annual event is a celebration of self-expression, community art, and self-reliance, and extensive participation. The festival features an art exhibition and music. It is known for its colourful camps, towering sculptures, drum circles, art cars and avant-garde theatrics.
Origin of The Burning Man Festival
The Burning Man festival began in 1986 on Baker Beach in San Francisco when Larry Harvey and Jerry James built a human effigy and burned it on the beach. The first event drew a crowd of about 30 people. In 1991, it was moved to Las Vegas and by 2000, around 250 people attended the festival. In 2013, it was attended by approximately 73,000 people. Last year, celebrities such as Chris Rock, Diplo, and Kelly Gale also attended the festival.
What’s the attraction of the Burning Man festival?
The Burning Man Festival gets its name from its popular ritual where they burn a large wooden structure called “The Man” on the sixth day of the event.
The Burning Man Festival 2024 kick-started on August 25 and will be concluded on September 2. As the festival is underway, let’s explore what the annual festival of Nevada is all about. Events Lifestyle News -Fashion Trends, Beauty Tips, Celebrity Party News, Relationship advice, Travel and Food Tips
