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This page is your source for real-time updates from the festival site. We’ll post here about anything that might affect your experience or safety—weather-related changes, road conditions, vehicle access (ins & outs), sound adjustments, drone activity, and other operational notes. Check back regularly or refresh the page to stay informed.... Read more

Heads-up, SideBurn community! This Saturday morning between 9:00 AM and 10:00 AM, a drone will be in the air briefly over the event grounds. 📡 Why the Drone? The SideBurn Board will be conducting a high-level visual survey of the land to help us evaluate the space for future improvements... Read more

SideBurn can be intense—in the best and sometimes most challenging ways. If you're feeling overwhelmed, need a reset, or just want to scream into the void (literally), here are some ways to take care of yourself and others this year: 🔊 Screaming Club @ Center Camp – Sunday, 2:30 PM... Read more

This page offers a basic overview of the SideBurn event layout to help you get oriented. For the full interactive map experience—including camps, art, key facilities, and live updates—download the DUST app. It's the best way to navigate SideBurn while you're on site. Discover more about this year's incredible art... Read more

Explore the magic of Side Burn with our full event schedule. From sunrise yoga and fiery performances to immersive workshops and late-night music, each day is packed with unique experiences hosted by camps across the event. Discover more about this year's incredible events at SideBurn by visiting the Events section... Read more

Theme Camps are the heartbeat of SideBurn, where the Chromatic Carnival theme comes alive. Each camp is a gift—offering dance floors, art cars, yoga, costume swaps, cozy lounges, and more—shaped by the creativity and spirit of our community. Discover more about this year's incredible theme camps at SideBurn by visiting... Read more

A shared space to gather, create, and connect. Center Camp is the heart of SideBurn—an open, welcoming space for participants to gather, share, and celebrate community. Whether you're hosting a workshop, leading a yoga session, sharing food, or just meeting friends to relax, this is your space to make magic... Read more

This year, we’re making the Effigy and Temple burns even more welcoming with a dedicated accessible seating area along the perimeter. Keep an eye out for the signs to find your spot. Up front, you'll find a cozy ground-sitting zone. Just behind that, at a safe and comfy distance from... Read more

Survival tips, volunteer opportunities, carpooling info, and more—everything you need to know and do before you arrive! 💪 From Packing Lists to Big Feelings: The Guides Are Live Whether you’re attending for the first time or are a seasoned burner, these guides are packed with essential information to ensure an... Read more

Thank you for showing up with kindness and gratitude—you're helping build a culture of appreciation at SideBurn! Want to send an anonymous thank-you to someone who made a difference? It could be a volunteer, a board member, a ranger, a camp lead, or anyone you’ve encountered who made an impact—big... Read more

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. New Accessible Seating Areas for Effigy and Temple Burns This year, we’re making the Effigy and Temple burns even more welcoming with a dedicated accessible seating area along... Read more