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As SideBurn ramps up, we are excited for you to be joining us! Each year, we want everyone’s experience to be as amazing as possible. Whether you're a first-timer or a seasoned burner with years of early-season camping in Ontario, we’ve put together this comprehensive survival guide full of helpful... Read more

Bringing children to SideBurn presents unique challenges, so we have compiled this Family Survival Guide to help your family enjoy the event to its fullest. We wish you and your children a safe and magical time at SideBurn. Did you know: SideBurn is a kid-friendly event. SideBurn enthusiastically welcomes children... Read more

Sideburn is a regional burn event that is centralized around community and art with a set of guiding principles which will, at some point, influence your experience of this unique adventure in multiple ways. You may be presented with art, situations or people that can be challenging, validating, difficult, extraordinary,... Read more

The Headquarters, Ice, Volunteer, and Engagement (HIVE) tent is the heart of our event. This is where you'll find radios, sign in and out for volunteer shifts, ice, and directions to anything happening out on the Haya. The harm reduction table is also located here, along with general info and... Read more

To spin fire with Chaos Conclave or as an Organized Conclave during the Effigy ceremony at SideBurn, your conclave lead must register their intent below by May 2, 2025. Register Your Intent All fire performers must abide by the following rules: Performers must bring their own fire safety equipment such... Read more

Fire spinning is a thrilling and visually stunning art form, bringing movement, light, and energy to the heart of Sideburn. Whether you're an experienced performer or just starting out, there are plenty of opportunities to spin—from open performance areas to organized conclaves and the spontaneous energy of the Chaos Conclave... Read more

Fire spinning is a thrilling art form, but safety comes first. All participants must follow essential guidelines, including equipment checks, proper fuel management, fire-resistant attire, and having a trained safety assistant. Adhering to these best practices ensures a safe and responsible experience for both performers and spectators. Questions? Contact FAST... Read more

❤️ Help Expand Equity Tickets – Pay It Forward! We want to provide as many low-cost Equity Tickets as possible, but due to overwhelming demand we’re reaching our limit. As a result, the deadline to apply for Equity Tickets has been moved up to April 1. We’ve allocated 10% of... Read more

Get ready to experience the heart of SideBurn 2025! This year’s Temple and Effigy bring powerful themes of reflection, renewal, and celebration. Sacred Grove: A Temple of Reflection, Renewal, and Connection by Sky Ece Ulusoy The Sacred Grove is a collection of “trees,” inside of which a temple clearing has... Read more

SideBurn is looking for passionate, organized, and enthusiastic volunteers to help make this year’s event a success! We currently have various key roles open: Temple/Effigy Crew. Whether you're great at keeping things running smoothly on-site or coordinating logistics behind the scenes, we’d love to have you on board. No prior... Read more

On March 3rd, 2025, we hosted our Newbie Night—an info session to cover the essentials, from "What is SideBurn?" and "Can I bring my chinchilla?" to practical tips on packing, getting involved, and what to expect at this year’s gathering. Whether you’re a first-timer or a seasoned attendee, there was... Read more

We hope you are as excited as we are for SideBurn! We bet you’re wondering how to get a ticket. There are three ways to get tickets – staff tickets, theme camp/art grant tickets, and general sale. We’ll focus on general sales because most people get tickets that way and... Read more

All Flame Ontario Arts Collective Board and Committee members have a duty to maintain the integrity of the decision-making processes of conduct and consent reports by ensuring they are free from conflict or potential conflict. It is important that all Board and Committee members understand their obligations when a conflict... Read more

Comprehensive Mental Health and Support Resources for Southern and Eastern Ontario This list is intended to provide adults in Southern and Eastern Ontario with a broad range of mental health, addiction, sexual assault, and crisis support services. Whether you're looking for immediate assistance, therapy, or self-help tools, these resources are... Read more

Want to bring an art project to SideBurn but not receiving a grant from us? We’d still love to have your art! Register your art by March 31st, 11:59 PM EST. You should fill this form out if any of the following apply to you: You did not receive a... Read more

Reminder: Theme Camp Registration & Grants Are Still Open Are you ready to create a Theme Camp that adds creativity, energy, and immersive experiences to Sideburn? Registration is open! While Art Grants have closed, Theme Grants are still available to help support your camp in building out your space and... Read more

Are you passionate about fire arts and safety? Sideburn is looking for a Fire Spinner Safety Lead to ensure our fire spinning activities are safe, inclusive, and unforgettable! Role Overview As Fire Spinner Safety Lead, you will: Oversee safety protocols for fire spinning zones and open practice areas. Develop and... Read more

In meeting Flame Ontario Arts Collective’s mission, SideBurn Volunteer Services will, through meaningful public engagement, develop effective partnerships, mobilize appropriate volunteer and community resources, support a positive working environment and enhance SideBurn’s capacity to support and deliver quality services. SideBurn Values for Volunteer Involvement (Adopted from The Canadian Code for... Read more

The SideBurn event, sponsored by the Flame Ontario Arts Collective Board, expects attendees, grant recipients, and volunteers to actively participate in creating a welcoming space for all. This Code of Conduct outlines expectations for participants, grant recipients, and volunteer behaviour at SideBurn and associated spaces (including, but not exclusive to,... Read more