Survival Guide

Whether you’re attending for the first time or are a seasoned burner, this guide is packed with essential information to ensure an unforgettable experience.

You’ll find details on the 10 Principles, community rules, safety guidelines, and helpful tips for everything from packing to navigating the event. We’ve also included an Emotional Survival Guide for navigating big feelings, as well as a Family Survival Guide for those attending with kids.

Make sure to check back on April 14th, 2025 to access all the resources you’ll need for an amazing experience at SideBurn!

Photo credit: Header image by Captured by Caro, used with permission.

Land Acknowledgement
We gather for SideBurn on the traditional territories of the Haudenosaunee, the Anishinaabe, the Mohawks of the Bay of Quinte, the Huron-Wendat, the Mississaugas, and other Indigenous peoples from across Turtle Island. We are grateful to have the opportunity to work and build community on this land.