FAQ

What is Amber Burn?

Imagine an empty space where everyone is invited to fill it with their imagination and initiative. A living organism of co-creation. Bring whatever you are. If you are more than one, organize a Theme camp and give it a name.

Express yourself – the most radical part of yourself. Rely on yourself, and take care of others. Give yourself away, and do not expect anything in exchange.

Amber Burn is an autonomous, unsponsored, non-commercial gathering co-created by the attending participants, who are guided by the 10 principles of Burning Man. The gathering is celebrated on private property, yet it is open to all who wish to express themselves, live in a community guided by the principles, and are keen to participate and volunteer.

If you feel you find yourself here, you’re invited; you’re home!

Why is it burning?

Because it feels good to burn stuff. It feels good to build something significant and then set it free with no attachment. Whether you work on it with a team or by yourself, it is a deeply transformative experience. Feel free to bring whatever you want to let go of-  a thought, a symbol, or a habit. Give it a shape and feed it to the flames!

Is there a participation fee?

Every participant (including DJs, creators, volunteers, performers, artists, and you name it) contributes to covering the costs of the event by buying a ticket. Every cent of it is used to build conscious, zero-waste infrastructure, cover organizational costs, and support art! However, any use of the money during the event is prohibited. It is a gifting economy; try it; you will come out richer.

What do I need to bring?

It is an outdoor camping event with no vending on site. You have to bring enough water and food for the whole time of your stay at the gathering for the experience to be pleasant! As we talk about gifting, make sure that you bring enough for yourself and your friends. Sharing is caring! Check out the survival guide here.

When will we burn?

The Amber Burn is usually scheduled for July month. Check for details on the main page or follow the news on our Facebook page and subscribing for a newsletter.

Where is it happening?

Amber Burn is happening in Lithuania, but the exact location is secret.The ticket holders will get directions before the Event.

Why do I need to join a Theme Camp to buy the tickets?

Amber Burn is the summer gathering of the Lithuanian Burner community.

Amber Burn is not a festival. It is an event born from the contribution, participation, co-creation, and shared responsibility of every single individual.

There is no commerce at Amber Burn. You cannot buy coffee or food, you will see no advertising, and no one is paid for their work. Everything needed to survive and celebrate is brought by us and by you.

For this reason, participation in Amber Burn is organized through THEME CAMPS.

Only participants who join to a Theme Camp are eligible to purchase a ticket. Before the ticket sales ends, we invite you to join an existing Theme Camp or create and register a new one of your own.

Click here to fill the Theme Camp registration form (for all existing and new camps)

Detailed information on what constitutes a Theme Camp and how participants contribute to the creation of Amber Burn through their camps can be found on Lithuania Burners Facebook page and here: https://amberburn.lt/ways-to-participate/

I have an idea for a fire sculpture, art installation, workshop, etc, is it ok for me to do this?

That’s great. The burn is a canvas for you to come and express yourself. Follow the link for registration.

This is my first burn, and I have no idea what to do for the event; how can I help?

Don’t worry, we’ve got you! Once you register, you will receive additional information on how you can participate during the event and before it. It’s a great way to get involved and meet everyone.

If it is your first burn, simply integrate and take it easy – get familiar, get awed and inspired, and consider volunteering for one or more shifts.

If you need help, let me know

Yes, help is needed. However, please keep in mind that, just like any other Burn event, Amber Burn is created by its participants. Your contribution can be anything, whether it’s time, resources, art, energy, or some of each, but the best gift is initiative.

If you see that something needs to be done, go ahead and do it. If you think of something that will improve the gathering, take it upon yourself, be awesome, and do it!

If you want to be active between Events and help co-create it – drop a message on any Lithuanian Burners related Facebook page, Insta account or ask around and we’ll get back to you asap.

Coming to the Burn Event

After buying the tickets, everyone will receive the Survival Guide, which will help us understand where we’re going and how to survive. Also be sent the location coordinates and other important information.

 

A Theme camp is a component of any Burn event. Theme camps are groups of people who join to take care of survival issues, create home environments for themselves, and, most importantly, to co-create the Event by sharing what they bring: from massages to interactive art objects, from tea ceremonies and performances to dancing stages, etc. Gifting of what we’ve got is the communal effort that co-creates the Burn universes all over the world.

 

In Black Rock City, it is almost impossible to survive without being part of a Theme camp, although there are always those burners who come solo and join the happenings on the go. But it is always a very different experience to be part of the event as a giver.

How to register and buy the tickets?

Starting from 2025 there are no prerequisite registration for Amber Burn ticket purchase. Join a Theme Camp and be welcome.